Javier E. Banchs M.D.
Cardiologist | Cardiovascular Disease
500 University Dr H088 Hershey PA, 17033About
Dr. Javier Banchs, MD is one of the country's top ranked doctors. His specialties include cardiovascular disease and he currently treats patients in Hershey, Pennsylvania. Dr. Banchs graduated with a ...
Education and Training
MD at Central University of Venezuela
Universidad Central De Venezuela - Jose Maria Vargas MD
University of Central Venezuela / Luis Razetti School of Medicine 1997
Board Certification
American Board of Internal Medicine- Internal Medicine
Cardiology
Electrophysiology
Provider Details
Javier E. Banchs M.D.'s Expert Contributions
Are there alternatives to a catheter ablation for atrioventricular reciprocating tachycardia
The best treatment for AVRT is a catheter ablation procedure. if your child has Wolf Parkinson White Syndrome you will also want to know how fast the abnormal connection can conduct and if it is a fast conducting one it will be best to blame it. That being said, for patients who don't want to have an ablation procedure, beta blockers, digoxin or anti-arrhythmics like flecainide are an option. READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Local, Regional, National and International Public Speaking -
- Director of Clinical Research Electrophysiology, Pennsylvania State University, 2007-2014 -
Fellowships
- Cardiology, University of Louisville, 2002-2005; Electrophysiology, Penn State Hershey Medical Center, 2005-2007
Articles and Publications
- Published
What do you attribute your success to?
- Inspiration from his mentors, hard work and support of his family.
Hobbies / Sports
- Soccer, Running, Biking, Reading
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