Victor E. Coba
Emergency Physician
4512 Henderson Blvd Tampa FL, 33629About
Dr. Victor Coba practices Emergency Medicine and Critical Care Medicine in Tampa, FL. Dr. Coba assesses patients who seek immediate medical attention at any time of day or night. Emergency Medicine Physicians are trained to efficiently work with each patient and situation no matter how acute or life-threatening. Dr. Coba examines patients, determines means of testing, diagnoses conditions, and decides the best treatment methods.
Education and Training
Loma Linda University Medicine MD 2004
Board Certification
American Board of Emergency Medicine
Critical Care Medicine (Internal Medicine)
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- SCCM
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Get to know Emergency Physician Dr. Victor E. Coba, who serves patients in Michigan.
A prominent emergency physician, Dr. Coba is currently affiliated with Henry Ford Health, serving as the Cardiac Surgery ICU Medical Director and HFH ECMO Medical Director. He is also a Clinical Associate Professor at the Wayne State University School of Medicine, further highlighting his impressive range of skills and expertise, and his commitment to mentoring and guiding the next generation of medical professionals.
Before embarking on his professional journey, he received his medical degree from the esteemed Loma Linda University School of Medicine, before going on to complete his residency in emergency medicine at Ascension St. John Hospital, and his multidisciplinary surgical critical care fellowship at Henry Ford Hospital.
Recognized as a Fellow of the American College of Emergency Physicians (FACEP), the doctor is board-certified in emergency medicine by the American Board of Emergency Medicine (ABEM). The ABEM is one of 24 medical specialty certification boards recognized by the American Board of Medical Specialties.
Throughout his career, Dr. Coba has contributed significantly to medical research, particularly in the areas of ultrasound, critical care, sepsis, and cardiac arrest. His work has been published in multiple peer-reviewed articles, highlighting his commitment to advancing the medical field’s knowledge and understanding of these crucial topics. Additionally, he has co-authored two ultrasound books, which are now available in four different languages, making his knowledge and expertise accessible to a wider audience.
Emergency medicine, also known as accident and emergency medicine, is the medical specialty concerned with the care of illnesses or injuries requiring immediate medical attention. An emergency physician works in an emergency department to care for acutely ill or injured patients on an unscheduled basis.
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