James C. Fang,
MD
Languages Spoken: English
James Chen-tson Fang, M.D., is the Chief of Cardiovascular Medicine at the University of Utah School of Medicine and Director of the Cardiovascular Service Line at University of Utah Health Care. He holds the John and June B. Hartman Presidential Endowed Chair and is Professor of Medicine at the University of Utah School of Medicine.
Dr. Fang graduated from Duke University with a major in Mathematics and minor in Chemistry (1984) and received his medical degree from the Duke University School of Medicine (1988). He completed his internship and residency at the Johns Hopkins Hospital (1991) and was selected as an Assistant Chief of Service (Chief Resident) for the Johns Hopkins Hospital (1993). He completed his cardiovascular (1996) and heart failure/transplant fellowships (1997) at Brigham and Women’s Hospital/Harvard Medical School.
His first faculty appointment was at the Brigham and Women’s Hospital/Harvard Medical School in 1997, where he remained until 2006. He served as Associate Professor of Medicine, Medical Director of the Heart Transplant Program as well as Program Director of the Cardiovascular Fellowship Training Program during his tenure in Boston.
In 2006, he was recruited to University Hospitals/Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine in Cleveland as Clinical Chief of Cardiovascular Medicine/Associate Chief for Clinical Affairs, Medical Director of the Heart Failure, Transplant, and Circulatory Assist Program and Chief Medical Officer for the Harrington Heart and Vascular Institute. While in Cleveland, he also held the Spitz Master Clinician Chair at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, where he was a Professor of Medicine.
In 2013, he assumed the role of Chief of Cardiovascular Medicine at the University of Utah and Executive Director of the UU Health’s Cardiovascular Service Line. Dr. Fang’s role at the University of Utah includes leading efforts to ensure the institution is recognized as a premier clinical, educational, and research institution for cardiovascular disease. He continues to develop highly skilled multidisciplinary teams that provide comprehensive, personalized and cost-effective care, and oversees the research, education and clinical care programs of the Cardiovascular Division.
Dr. Fang is a highly regarded clinician, teacher, mentor and researcher. He is the author of more than 175 original articles, editorials, and book chapters and has lectured nationally and internationally. He has been part of a number of important cardiovascular research groups and collaborations and has special interest in heart failure with preserved ejection fraction, advanced heart failure, coronary artery vasculopathy of the transplanted heart, and the cardiorenal syndrome. He has led several position statements for the Heart Failure Society of America as well as the International Society for Heart and Lung Transplantation. He currently serves on the ACC/AHA Heart Failure Guideline Committee and on the Board of Directors of the Heart Failure Society of America. He was elected to the Association of University Cardiologists in 2013 and is a member of the Executive Committee of the Association of Professors of Cardiology.
Clinical Locations
801-585-7676
Cardiovascular Center
801-585-7676
Board Certification and Academic Information
| Academic Departments | Internal Medicine
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Professor |
| Academic Divisions | Cardiovascular Medicine |
| Board Certification | American Board of Internal Medicine (Sub: Advanced Heart Failure & Transplant Cardiology) American Board of Internal Medicine (Sub: Cardiovascular Disease) |
Patient Rating
The Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to care provider related questions on our nationally-recognized Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey.
Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.
Likelihood of recommending care provider
4.9/ 5
Care provider's explanation of condition/problem
4.9/ 5
Care provider's effort to include me in decisions
4.8/ 5
Wait time at clinic
4.6/ 5
Care provider's concern for questions & worries
4.9/ 5
Patient Comments
Patient comments are gathered from our Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survery and displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.
UofU Patient
November 23, 2020
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
On this visit care was provided by Dr. Fang and Minji Park NP. All my questions and concerns were completely answered in detail.
UofU Patient
November 03, 2020
REDSTONE HEALTH CENTER
I already have commented on the doctor and clinical care to others.
UofU Patient
October 29, 2020
REDSTONE HEALTH CENTER
The nurse, Mingy, and Dr. Fang were all very forthright about my heart health and very informative. Dr. Fang's professionalism was second to none.
UofU Patient
October 27, 2020
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
It gave me time to ask all the questions I needed answers for that I had written down, instead of being nervous.
UofU Patient
October 20, 2020
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Dr J is always attentive to my concerns and expresses some of his own. Love this guy!
UofU Patient
October 12, 2020
REDSTONE HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Fang and Mini Park are excellent at communicating my health condition and responding to my questions.
UofU Patient
October 06, 2020
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
The challenge is balancing treating just the symptoms without exploring and figuring out the cause. While the cardiovascular is definitely a part of it, there was no suggestion or discussion of what else could/should be explored.
UofU Patient
October 05, 2020
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
I had the dr and one of his associates talk to me and she followed up after dr was finished.
UofU Patient
October 04, 2020
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
what I love so much about Dr Fang is his willingness to answer all of my questions and explain it in a way I can understand. he never makes our appointments feel rushed and I so appreciate that!
UofU Patient
September 21, 2020
REDSTONE HEALTH CENTER
I do not enjoy using my cpap, and the doctor felt like I was a partner in the decision to use it or not. It leaves me more open to comply.
UofU Patient
August 17, 2020
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
great experience
UofU Patient
July 17, 2020
REDSTONE HEALTH CENTER
Dr Fang is most professional and knowledgeable. He is understanding and caring.
UofU Patient
May 24, 2020
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Very comfortable platform to talk to the Doctor.
UofU Patient
May 10, 2020
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Dr. Fang is outstanding.
UofU Patient
May 02, 2020
REDSTONE HEALTH CENTER
easier to communicate when face to face
UofU Patient
April 28, 2020
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Physician lacked in people skills. He seemed like he was in a hurry. He did a very poor job in pretending to care. I wouldn't recommend him to anyone.
UofU Patient
April 27, 2020
REDSTONE HEALTH CENTER
Straightforward and clear
UofU Patient
March 23, 2020
REDSTONE HEALTH CENTER
Good advice.
UofU Patient
March 08, 2020
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Dr Fang is theBest
UofU Patient
December 01, 2019
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Dr. Fang took into careful consideration my condition and thoroughly explained my options. he was astute, observant, kind, and patient with me when I had multiple questions. I am certain that I received the best care possible.
UofU Patient
November 27, 2019
REDSTONE HEALTH CENTER
Dr Fang is very professional, caring, and considerate, couldn't want a better Cardiologist!
UofU Patient
November 19, 2019
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Dr. Fang does an excellent job
UofU Patient
November 11, 2019
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Very good advice and the reason for treatment
UofU Patient
November 05, 2019
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Appreciated encouragement to accept responsibility for my behaviors making an important difference in where we go from here.
UofU Patient
November 02, 2019
REDSTONE HEALTH CENTER
extremely on point
UofU Patient
October 17, 2019
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
I got direct answers and specific directions
UofU Patient
October 06, 2019
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Dr Fang's pplan for me made good sense .
UofU Patient
August 20, 2019
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Top of the line.
UofU Patient
August 14, 2019
REDSTONE HEALTH CENTER
Dr Fang and Minji Park are a terrific team.Caring, informative,and always knowledgable re cardiac issues.I feel so fortunate to have them working with me.
UofU Patient
August 13, 2019
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Dr. Fang and the PA Park were very thorough and showed they cared about investigating my problem and doing all that is necessary to understand the it and take further action if necessary. I felt much better understanding things better. Both showed their expertise and knowledge and explained things to me in a manner I could understand until I can do until another test I have scheduled. This MRI should help them gain a complete understanding and confirm their diagnosis.
UofU Patient
July 13, 2019
REDSTONE HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Fang does an outstanding job of understanding and treating my issues
UofU Patient
July 10, 2019
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
very good
UofU Patient
July 09, 2019
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Dr. Fang was very good.
UofU Patient
June 09, 2019
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Made sure I understood what was going on with my condition and what to expect with the new medication prescribed.
UofU Patient
June 06, 2019
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Dr. Fang is brilliant and never rushed. I'm grateful to be one of his patients.
UofU Patient
June 01, 2019
REDSTONE HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Fang and his assistant were both informative, and very kind. My follow up with Shannon, the nurse who set me up on my heart monitor, was also very good.
UofU Patient
May 22, 2019
REDSTONE HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Fang is caring, thorough and takes the time to listen and explain. Great experience and I am confident with the care I received.
UofU Patient
May 04, 2019
REDSTONE HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Fang and Dr. Farrell are very easy to understand and extremely knowledgeable of what they do. I had back to back appointments with both these doctors and left the clinic feeling very good.
UofU Patient
May 04, 2019
REDSTONE HEALTH CENTER
good
UofU Patient
April 18, 2019
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
They were in a hurry to get me out of the office so they could go home. I understand running behind, but I drove 3 and a half hours out of my way to try and get better doctors than where I live. They proved to be worse than my own doctors in the fact that they just wanted to brush me out of there. I wasted gas and an entire day. Not a good chance I'll come back.
UofU Patient
February 12, 2019
REDSTONE HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Fang and his assistant were very friendly and professional, talking about my symptoms and offering advice, I have great faith in Dr. Fang to help me through this episode, making the best decisions for a positive prognosis. I feel in good hands with Dr. Fang and his team.
UofU Patient
January 29, 2019
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Dr. Fang should be the poster-doctor for all physicians. I know he's busy, but the amount of time - and information - he provided was beyond the pale. Felt as though I had just stopped by to talk with a friend who just happens to be a doctor.
UofU Patient
December 27, 2018
REDSTONE HEALTH CENTER
Dr Fang & Minji Park are exceptional care providers.
UofU Patient
December 20, 2018
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
good
UofU Patient
November 19, 2018
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Dr. Fang is very helpful
UofU Patient
November 08, 2018
REDSTONE HEALTH CENTER
the staff called me at with to make sure I was getting my labs done. very nice
UofU Patient
October 27, 2018
REDSTONE HEALTH CENTER
This was my second time visiting the clinic ( 1st was Kelly THOMAS) .After both visits I've had to contact the office to question why notes didn't support medication changes.
UofU Patient
October 25, 2018
REDSTONE HEALTH CENTER
DR. Fang and (NP) Park are awesome and work very well together. In fact NP Park helped me later with some issues with RX at Redstone Pharm.
UofU Patient
October 13, 2018
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Dr Fang is the best. I couldn't be happier with him.
UofU Patient
September 29, 2018
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
great DR Fang is terrific
UofU Patient
September 24, 2018
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Even though he was running late, still spent the time with me that was needed to answer my questions.
UofU Patient
September 05, 2018
REDSTONE HEALTH CENTER
positive
UofU Patient
September 04, 2018
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Very remarkable man. Expressed concern about my emotional state and reassured me that there are therapies to help.
UofU Patient
September 04, 2018
REDSTONE HEALTH CENTER
felt a little rushed - had several questions that I never got to ask.
UofU Patient
July 21, 2018
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
good
UofU Patient
June 22, 2018
Dr is very professional .
UofU Patient
June 18, 2018
I have the utmost confidence in Dr. Fang.
UofU Patient
June 07, 2018
One of the best Dr. visits I have experienced in a long time.
UofU Patient
June 02, 2018
Dr Fang and Minji are the best
UofU Patient
May 29, 2018
Dr. Fang is an excellent cardiologist who has taken sincere interest in my care. I feel blessed by God or whatever deity or mystical force one worships to have him as my provider. I will genuinely miss him and Min Ji while I am away on assignment.
UofU Patient
April 24, 2018
Dr. Fang is a terrific doctor. He is so considerate, explains everything that has happened or future options.
UofU Patient
April 23, 2018
Dr. Fang is outstanding. He is extremely competent and professional. He answered all of my questions and addressed all of my concerns. He also has a way of making the patient (at least me) feel like he is in great hands. I've been very impressed.
UofU Patient
April 13, 2018
Even though it was late in the day, they did not rush me through the visit, but were thorough in their questions and responses to me. I felt valued as a patient.
UofU Patient
March 11, 2018
dr fang and his team are the very best
UofU Patient
February 04, 2018
Love 'em all!
UofU Patient
January 21, 2018
Flew from Nashville to see Dr. Great guy.
UofU Patient
January 06, 2018
I greatly appreciate Dr. Fang's review and expert opinion on the results of my laboratory tests. His explanation was clear and direct. He did not seem rushed. My only disappointment was his avoidance of discussing natural approaches (such as diet, exercise and stress management (e.g. Yoga, meditation)) as alternative (supplemental) approaches for preventative measures, even though my blood levels are very nearly within the standard bounds. He simply recommended a baby aspirin a day, and cholesterol medicine. He did not mention that saturated fats were a greater risk to heart health than dietary cholesterol. He did not express an opinion about the value of waist-to-hip ratio (< 1.0) vs. BMI, and simply responded that I look healthy because I exercise regularly and do not have a large potbelly. I have found information on three websites (Mayo Clinic, Cleveland Clinic, and Harvard Medical) that is much more informative than my visit. I trust Dr. Fang made an accurate and insightful diagnosis based on his years of dedicated service. However, as an individual I have extreme reluctance to start a course of expensive synthetic drugs with risky side effects as long as I believe that that I can stay within the recommended ranges of cholesterol, HDL, LDL, triglycerides, and blood pressure using other approaches. I can still engage in physical activity at a level that challenges me, and I feel great. If I'm wrong, it's on me.
UofU Patient
January 06, 2018
Dr Fang is awesome. Great "bedside " manner, very friendly and personable. Explained everything.
UofU Patient
January 06, 2018
I love Dr Fang and his staff. They are truly the very best!!!!!
UofU Patient
December 26, 2017
Dr Fang is the best
UofU Patient
December 13, 2017
Excellent and professional
UofU Patient
November 29, 2017
Just wish someone could find out what is wrong with me and fix it. Been trying for over 10 years.
UofU Patient
November 27, 2017
Dr. Mini was fabulous as always. Exemplary treatment.
UofU Patient
November 27, 2017
Dr. Fang is exceptional and his staff are all very helpful and encouraging
UofU Patient
October 15, 2017
Dr. Fang is outstanding. Gives me a lot of confidence in his ability to help me.
UofU Patient
September 21, 2017
Amazing! Couldn't ask for better! It's relieving to finally be in hands of a doctor who knows what they are doing.
UofU Patient
August 26, 2017
Spent time for a conversation on future strategy for heart condition
UofU Patient
August 15, 2017
Very impressed with Dr. Fang!!!!
UofU Patient
August 01, 2017
Feel fortunate to have Dr Fang as my cardiologist.
UofU Patient
June 18, 2017
I transferred from a Care provider in WA State for which I really liked. I came away from my visit with that same confident feeling about Dr. Fang and the staff, could not be happier.
UofU Patient
June 13, 2017
Drs. Fang and Park are the finest medical providers I have ever encountered. Their care, concern, follow-up, and availability are exceptional. I recommend them to everyone as does my own physician, Dr. Beth Hanlon.
UofU Patient
May 06, 2017
Dr. Fang is amazing. He is so smart and has a great demeanor for some with as much intelligence as he has. He is always very respectful towards me. I appreciate his sincere concern and honesty. He's been a real blessing in my life. Thank you.
UofU Patient
May 01, 2017
Dr. Fang seems like he really cares about me and makes sure I am included in treatment options.
UofU Patient
March 26, 2017
I will sing your praises till the cows come home and beyond
UofU Patient
March 09, 2017
Five stars, all the way through. The only thing that would be better is if you could wave your magic wand, and effect a cure.
UofU Patient
March 05, 2017
I feel like Dr Fang is like talking to a friend.
UofU Patient
February 14, 2017
I have great confidence in Dr. Fang---he is direct, honest, and tells it like it is.
UofU Patient
February 05, 2017
I am grateful to be a patient of Dr. Fang. Though obviously brilliant, he takes the time to answer any question and to explain every aspect of my treatment. I would eagerly recommend him and this facility to everyone.
UofU Patient
February 02, 2017
Excellent
UofU Patient
January 30, 2017
Feel fortunate to have Dr Fang as my Cardiologist.His PA, Minji Park, is an invaluable member of his team.
UofU Patient
December 28, 2016
Dr. Fang has a terrific bed side manner. Even though I resisted several of the options he wanted me to try he continued with options until I found one I was acceptable to trying. He explained my problem in terms that I could understand and seemed genuinely concerned for my health
UofU Patient
December 26, 2016
Minji and Dr. Fang were both very responsive informative, and attentive.
UofU Patient
December 26, 2016
it was late. next appt will be in the morning.
UofU Patient
December 18, 2016
Dr. Fang is an exceptional person; I have complete confidence in him.
UofU Patient
December 09, 2016
total confidence in Dr. Fang
UofU Patient
December 06, 2016
Dr. Fang is so good at explaining everything, and takes time to make sure you understand what he is telling you. I have great confidence in him and his staff.
UofU Patient
November 27, 2016
Dr. Fang and Min Ji cured me and have made my life 100% better. I owe them my very life. I look forward to seeing them every six months.
UofU Patient
November 03, 2016
Love Dr Fang
UofU Patient
October 30, 2016
dr. fang is an outstanding physician.
UofU Patient
October 29, 2016
my first visit with Dr Fang and he was very through and explained why I should increase my Lipitor from 40 to 80 mg he suggested an increase in dosage all at one time and I am doing 40 plus 20 for total 60 dosage and will go to 80 after another 30 days---otherwise I am impressed and happy with my change fro another Dr to Dr. Fang
UofU Patient
October 23, 2016
An excellent caregiver. Minji his PA is also excellent in her care.
UofU Patient
October 22, 2016
excellent long term experience. I am Still alive
UofU Patient
October 18, 2016
all Drs and nurses and assistants are very friendly and helpful
UofU Patient
September 04, 2016
Dr. Fang was great! He assured me that he didn't think I had anything to worry about and was very concerned that I understood what we talked about
UofU Patient
August 22, 2016
Dr Fang is a very compassionate physician. He is one of only 3 physicians who actually listens to the patients answers when he asks you how you are. His first concern is LISTENING to what I am CONCERNED ABOUT. He is ONE of a kind. All doctors should learn from him to LISTEN TO THE PATIENT FIRST. The PATIENT can tell you more about WHAT HAS HAPPENED since their last visit. Then he goes over everything with me and explains in terms I can understand any test results etc. Then Dr Fang explains what he thinks and feels what the next step is. Then he always asks me if I am willing to take the next step. My experience has always been a JOINT DECISION. I appreciate that I have a say in things. I have ALWAYS made my decision to do what Dr Fang has suggested was the next step because I know it has been the RIGHT decision FOR ME. I TRUST HIM WITH MY LIFE. He KNOWS WHAT HE IS TALKING ABOUT. I would refer everyone with Cardiac Problems to Dr Fang. He is TOTALLY AWESOME. Thank You for CARING ABOUT ME !!!!!!!!
UofU Patient
August 10, 2016
can't say enough good things. we love it!
UofU Patient
August 05, 2016
I am a physician and was very impressed with Dr. Fang's knowledge and concern for my issues.
UofU Patient
August 03, 2016
Dr. Fang put me at ease. He was easy to talk to, totally engaged in my situation. He addressed all my concerns, answered every question. Absolutely the best.
UofU Patient
August 01, 2016
Dr. Fang is AWESOME. He always listens to my concerns and answers my questions. Today he knew that I was hurting and that I was frustrated because things were not improving and some things were worse. He discussed that there were three tests that could be done to look more closely for possibly a clearer answer to the problem. He discussed each with me and asked me what I thought. After that he told me that he felt the best option was to do a cath procedure of both sides of the heart and why. He asked me if I was ok with that and I said yes. He immediately talked to his associate who would be doing the test and it was immediately set up and and I was prepared for the procedure in the Cath Lab. He explained why he would be unable to perform the procedure himself; but assured me I was in good hands. This was reassuring to me. He told me that he would be kept appraised of the situation. I have full confidence in Dr. Fang and TRUST Him With my LIFE
UofU Patient
July 30, 2016
Feel fortunate to have Dr Fang as my cardiologist.Informative and knowledgable and always willing to answer questions. Minji Park is an excellent PA
UofU Patient
July 24, 2016
Dr. Gang was better than I could have ever hoped. I learned so much about my condition and how we can manage it. I'm so pleased with Dr Fang, Minji, and the team that welcomed me. Finger health care doesn't exist.
UofU Patient
July 21, 2016
good
UofU Patient
June 27, 2016
I felt that dialogue with Dr Fang and all care givers was productive and caring.
UofU Patient
June 26, 2016
Beyond "good." So very impressed with Dr. Fang and Ms. Park. < Almost> Makes we want to have some more heart trouble just to be around these folks. Know it's not possible, yet they make me feel there are not other patients around except for me. While neither one is doing some cuttin' and slicin', might want to have them teach a class on caring for patients. Noted that I've yet to have a bad experience with anyone at the "U," they are the best.
UofU Patient
May 27, 2016
Both Nurse Practitioner & Doctor were very good.
UofU Patient
May 25, 2016
Words will never do justice to the sincere genuine concern highest level of treatment I have experienced from the minute Dr. Fang began caring and treating me in the E.R. January 21, 2016 through today and I know I will have in the future.
UofU Patient
May 23, 2016
Both Minji and Dr. Feng were great.
UofU Patient
May 10, 2016
Min Ji is a tremendous person who has taken a real interest in my condition. She is a really sincere person whom I look forward to seeing. Dr. Fang takes the time to talk to me and is also very sincere about his concern for me. I like seeing him and talking about my condition. I owe both of them my very life and appreciate all they did for me. I tell everyone I know if they know someone with a heart condition, go straight to Dr. Fang and Min Ji Park.
UofU Patient
April 24, 2016
very personable, listened well, genuinely seemed interested in all I had to say, good experience over all
UofU Patient
March 17, 2016
Dr. Fang was excellent and took time to answer all of our questions. I felt like he really cared about me as a patient.
UofU Patient
March 13, 2016
Dr. Fang is one of those rare - but not in your world - physicians who present as really caring.
UofU Patient
March 01, 2016
I could not have been treated any better by family than I was there.
UofU Patient
March 01, 2016
Dr. Fang did a great job and I felt relieved when the experience was over.
UofU Patient
February 20, 2016
Exceeded all expectations
UofU Patient
February 15, 2016
My experience was exceptionally good. Dr. Fang, while obviously being very bright and competent, described my condition in terms that were quite understandable. He also laid out my options and his recommendations in a very straightforward way by explaining the effect each could/would potentially have on me. He seemed genuinely concerned with both my current and future well-being. I consequently have a lot of confidence in Dr. Fang, and would recommend him highly to anyone with cardiovascular issues.
UofU Patient
February 08, 2016
good
UofU Patient
January 30, 2016
Dr J Fang is an excellent care provider. Listens to concerns, carefully considers them and determines the follow up to rule out any possible medical issues. Has you check in with his staff to provide necessary feedback.. His PA Minji is also an excellent care provider.
UofU Patient
December 09, 2015
Not only did I meet with the nurse practitioner, I was able to meet with Dr. Fang. Dr. Fang is very personable and shows concern for his patients. Knowing of his reputation, skill and training, I am please that he is seeing me for a somewhat minor issue compared to the complex issues he must see regularly.
UofU Patient
December 06, 2015
Dr Fang was very nice and professional; as well as being very concerned and compassion any with me. He made me feel very much and was upbeat and encouraging towards me. He did not look down on me and was not critical of me or what was going on in my life. He gave me the encouragement I needed to keep working on improving myself.
UofU Patient
November 21, 2015
Dr Fang excellent care provider
UofU Patient
November 11, 2015
Dr. Fang is amazing. For someone with his education and intelligence, he always makes me feel important to him. I really appreciate all he and his staff did for me. It changed my life. I feel great and enjoy life much more now.
UofU Patient
November 06, 2015
I feel that the doctor is giving me solutions that apply to the average patient and that he is referring me to others but is not able to handle my condition without outside help.
UofU Patient
September 04, 2015
It was a highly satisfying visit.
UofU Patient
September 01, 2015
I would surely want Dr. Fang as my doctor if I lived in Park City.
UofU Patient
August 29, 2015
felt extremely depressed after I left appointment. Dr. gave me a feeling of no hope. I thought the idea was to encourage patients. I spoke with my primary care the next day and felt much better.
UofU Patient
August 15, 2015
I would trust Drs. Fang, Kutchera and Wendt with my life. They gave me the best cardiology care possible.
UofU Patient
July 24, 2015
Dr Fang's PA began the visit with an excellent intake and exam. She was informative and made me feel extremely comfortable. Dr Fang did a thorough workup,provided excellent feedback and put my medical concerns into perspective. I look forward to working with him as my cardiologist.
UofU Patient
July 23, 2015
AWESOME staff!!
UofU Patient
July 06, 2015
it is very reassuring that Dr. Fang pays very close attention to my comments or questions about my care; and, that he adjusts my medications based on how I describe how I am feeling and what my symptoms are.
UofU Patient
June 26, 2015
I have confidence in Dr Fang
UofU Patient
June 14, 2015
Dr. Fang is most professional, helpful, and caring - he has great insight
UofU Patient
May 25, 2015
Good
UofU Patient
May 04, 2015
Drs. Kutchera, Welt and Fang are excellent doctors who make me feel confident that I can recover from my heart condition. They are also very friendly. None of them demeaned me or made me feel discouraged because I am a large man and each of them are small and probably haven't had to deal with problems of weight and diet. But, they are sensitive and kind in their dealing with me, which I really appreciate.
UofU Patient
March 18, 2015
Dr. Fang was engaging, easy to discuss issues with and totally professional. He was a good listener, had good eye contact and focused on my problems. Very impressed with his knowledge and understanding of the issues and clear on a course of treatment.
UofU Patient
January 03, 2015
I can't even describe how much more cared for I have felt and U of U than the other hospital that give me care during the last two months. You look for the cause of the problem, help me feel comforted and not so afraid, and then make me better. You are FANTASTIC!
UofU Patient
December 04, 2014
He is a great and caring doctor, and very nice!
UofU Patient
November 07, 2014
Dr. Fang was very professional and very personable. He's got a wonderful "bed side" manner in that you feel as though you're his only patient that day.
UofU Patient
July 15, 2014
Good
UofU Patient
February 28, 2014
Overall, Dr. Fang and Jess were great. They were very friendly and took the time to answer all my questions. I don't think the doctor looked at my records prior to the visit (not sure if that is standard practice or not), but they both looked at my records during the visit, so I think they were aware of everything that had happened previously during the visit. Overall, I would absolutely recommend Dr. Fang. I have never had a doctor who showed more concern and patience them him. it was great having Jess, the APRN, there as well. I think it was helpful to have the 'tag team' to make sure they saw/reviewed/remembered all the important details.
UofU Patient
February 15, 2014
The heart exam I received seemed incomplete. It was pretty quick.
UofU Patient
February 13, 2014
Dr. Fang did outstanding job.
UofU Patient
January 23, 2014
Best doctor EVER - very pleased to have Dr Fang as my doctor.
UofU Patient
January 11, 2014
I think Dr. James Fang is a fantastic person, I know I am in good hands. Jessickah Windfeldge is a star, she explained everything so that it is easily understandable, and did my phone call with the results. I think I have the best team possible looking after me. Make the transition from another country so much easier. Thanks you guys.
UofU Patient
December 09, 2013
Dr. Fang made the transition from Dr. Zubair's care very easy and comfortable.
UofU Patient
October 18, 2013
Very professional and very kind doctor
UofU Patient
August 26, 2013
Dr. Fang was very helpful and most professional, our experience was very good
UofU Patient
August 12, 2013
Dr. Fang was very helpful
James Chen-tson Fang, M.D., is the Chief of Cardiovascular Medicine at the University of Utah School of Medicine and Director of the Cardiovascular Service Line at University of Utah Health Care. He holds the John and June B. Hartman Presidential Endowed Chair and is Professor of Medicine at the University of Utah School of Medicine.
Dr. Fang graduated from Duke University with a major in Mathematics and minor in Chemistry (1984) and received his medical degree from the Duke University School of Medicine (1988). He completed his internship and residency at the Johns Hopkins Hospital (1991) and was selected as an Assistant Chief of Service (Chief Resident) for the Johns Hopkins Hospital (1993). He completed his cardiovascular (1996) and heart failure/transplant fellowships (1997) at Brigham and Women’s Hospital/Harvard Medical School.
His first faculty appointment was at the Brigham and Women’s Hospital/Harvard Medical School in 1997, where he remained until 2006. He served as Associate Professor of Medicine, Medical Director of the Heart Transplant Program as well as Program Director of the Cardiovascular Fellowship Training Program during his tenure in Boston.
In 2006, he was recruited to University Hospitals/Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine in Cleveland as Clinical Chief of Cardiovascular Medicine/Associate Chief for Clinical Affairs, Medical Director of the Heart Failure, Transplant, and Circulatory Assist Program and Chief Medical Officer for the Harrington Heart and Vascular Institute. While in Cleveland, he also held the Spitz Master Clinician Chair at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, where he was a Professor of Medicine.
In 2013, he assumed the role of Chief of Cardiovascular Medicine at the University of Utah and Executive Director of the UU Health’s Cardiovascular Service Line. Dr. Fang’s role at the University of Utah includes leading efforts to ensure the institution is recognized as a premier clinical, educational, and research institution for cardiovascular disease. He continues to develop highly skilled multidisciplinary teams that provide comprehensive, personalized and cost-effective care, and oversees the research, education and clinical care programs of the Cardiovascular Division.
Dr. Fang is a highly regarded clinician, teacher, mentor and researcher. He is the author of more than 175 original articles, editorials, and book chapters and has lectured nationally and internationally. He has been part of a number of important cardiovascular research groups and collaborations and has special interest in heart failure with preserved ejection fraction, advanced heart failure, coronary artery vasculopathy of the transplanted heart, and the cardiorenal syndrome. He has led several position statements for the Heart Failure Society of America as well as the International Society for Heart and Lung Transplantation. He currently serves on the ACC/AHA Heart Failure Guideline Committee and on the Board of Directors of the Heart Failure Society of America. He was elected to the Association of University Cardiologists in 2013 and is a member of the Executive Committee of the Association of Professors of Cardiology.
Academic Locations
School of Medicine
801-213-4060
Board Certification and Academic Information
| Academic Departments | Internal Medicine
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Professor |
| Academic Divisions | Cardiovascular Medicine |
| Board Certification | American Board of Internal Medicine (Sub: Advanced Heart Failure & Transplant Cardiology) American Board of Internal Medicine (Sub: Cardiovascular Disease) |
Education History
| Research Fellow | Brigham and Women’s Hospital Cardiovascular Disease Research Fellow |
| Fellowship | Brigham and Women’s Hospital Heart Failure and Cardiac Transplantation Fellow |
| Fellowship | Brigham and Women’s Hospital Cardiovascular Disease Clinical Fellow |
| Post Graduate Training | Harvard School of Public Health Program in Clinical Effectiveness Postgraduate Studies |
| Chief Resident | Johns Hopkins Hospital Assistant Chief of Service, Osler Medical Service Chief Resident |
| Clerkship | Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Medicine Preceptor Clerkship |
| Internship/Residency | Johns Hopkins Hospital Osler Medical Service Intern/Resident |
| Professional Medical | Duke University School of Medicine Medicine M.D. |
| Undergraduate | Duke University B.A. |
Selected Publications - Journal Articles
Journal Article
- Chandra A, Alcala MAD, Claggett B, Desai AS, Fang JC, Heitner JF, Liu J, Pitt B, Solomon SD, Pfeffer MA, Lewis EF (2020). Associations Between Depressive Symptoms and HFpEF-Related Outcomes. JACC Heart Fail, 8(12), 1009-1020.
- Zenger B, Zhang M, Lyons A, Bunch TJ, Fang JC, Freedman RA, Navaravong L, Piccini JP, Ranjan R, Spertus JA, Stehlik J, Turner JL, Greene T, Hess R, Steinberg BA (2020). Patient-reported outcomes and subsequent management in atrial fibrillation clinical practice: Results from the Utah mEVAL AF program. J Cardiovasc Electrophysiol, 31(12), 3187-3195.
- Teerlink JR, Diaz R, Felker GM, McMurray JJV, Metra M, Solomon SD, Adams KF, Anand I, Arias-Mendoza A, Biering-Srensen T, Bhm M, Bonderman D, Cleland JGF, Corbalan R, Crespo-Leiro MG, Dahlstrm U, Echeverria Correa LE, Fang JC, Filippatos G, Fonseca C, Goncalvesova E, Goudev AR, Howlett JG, Lanfear DE, Lund M, Macdonald P, Mareev V, Momomura SI, OMeara E, Parkhomenko A, Ponikowski P, Ramires FJA, Serpytis P, Sliwa K, Spinar J, Suter TM, Tomcsanyi J, Vandekerckhove H, Vinereanu D, Voors AA, Yilmaz MB, Zannad F, Sharpsten L, Legg JC, Abbasi SA, Varin C, Malik FI, Kurtz CE, GALACTIC-HF Investigators (2020). Omecamtiv mecarbil in chronic heart failure with reduced ejection fraction: GALACTIC-HF baseline characteristics and comparison with contemporary clinical trials. Eur J Heart Fail, 22(11), 2160-2171.
- Kalogeropoulos AP, Thankachen J, Butler J, Fang JC (2020). Diuretic and renal effects of spironolactone and heart failure hospitalizations: a TOPCAT Americas analysis. Eur J Heart Fail, 22(9), 1600-1610.
- Wilcox JE, Fang JC, Margulies KB, Mann DL (2020). Heart Failure With Recovered Left Ventricular Ejection Fraction: JACC Scientific Expert Panel. J Am Coll Cardiol, 76(6), 719-734.
- Taleb I, Wever-Pinzon J, Wang W, Koliopoulou A, Dranow E, Yu T, Yin L, McKellar SH, Stehlik J, Fang JC, Wever-Pinzon O, Selzman CH, Drakos SG (2019). Outcomes of Asian-Americans Implanted With Left Ventricular Assist Devices: An Interagency Registry for Mechanically Assisted Circulatory Support (INTERMACS) Analysis. Heart, Lung & Circulation, 29(8), 1226-1233.
- Badolia R, Ramadurai DKA, Abel ED, Ferrin P, Taleb I, Shankar TS, Krokidi AT, Navankasattusas S, McKellar SH, Yin M, Kfoury AG, Wever-Pinzon O, Fang JC, Selzman CH, Chaudhuri D, Rutter J, Drakos SG (2020). The Role of Nonglycolytic Glucose Metabolism in Myocardial Recovery Upon Mechanical Unloading and Circulatory Support in Chronic Heart Failure. Circulation, 142(3), 259-274.
- Shah KS, Moslehi JJ, Fang JC (2020). Tissue is the Issue, Even During a Pandemic. (Epub ahead of print) Circulation.
- Yin MY, Strege J, Gilbert EM, Stehlik J, McKellar SH, Elmer A, Anderson T, Aljuaid M, Nativi-Nicolau J, Koliopoulou AG, Davis E, Fang JC, Drakos SG, Selzman CH, Wever-Pinzon O (2019). Impact of Shared Care in Remote Areas for Patients With Left Ventricular Assist Devices. JACC Heart Fail, 8(4), 302-312.
- Steinberg BA, Turner J, Lyons A, Biber J, Chelu MG, Fang JC, Freedman RA, Han FT, Hardisty B, Marrouche NF, Ranjan R, Shah RU, Spertus JA, Stehlik J, Zenger B, Piccini JP, Hess R (2019). Systematic collection of patient-reported outcomes in atrial fibrillation: feasibility and initial results of the Utah mEVAL AF programme. Europace, 22(3), 368-374.
- Vardeny O, Claggett B, Vaduganathan M, Beldhuis I, Rouleau J, OMeara E, Anand IS, Shah SJ, Sweitzer NK, Fang JC, Desai AS, Lewis EF, Pitt B, Pfeffer MA, Solomon SD, TOPCAT Investigators (2019). Influence of Age on Efficacy and Safety of Spironolactone in Heart Failure. JACC Heart Fail, 7(12), 1022-1028.
- Welt FGP, Fang JC (2019). Pressure Volume System for Management of Heart Failure and Valvular Heart Disease. Curr Cardiol Rep, 21(12), 153.
- Shah KS, Fang JC (2019). Is Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction a Kidney Disorder? Curr Hypertens Rep, 21(11), 86.
- Pepin ME, Drakos S, Ha CM, Tristani-Firouzi M, Selzman CH, Fang JC, Wende AR, Wever-Pinzon O (2019). DNA methylation reprograms cardiac metabolic gene expression in end-stage human heart failure. Am J Physiol Heart Circ Physiol, 317(4), H674-H684.
- Desai AS, Solomon SD, Shah AM, Claggett BL, Fang JC, Izzo J, McCague K, Abbas CA, Rocha R, Mitchell GF, EVALUATE-HF Investigators (2019). Effect of Sacubitril-Valsartan vs Enalapril on Aortic Stiffness in Patients With Heart Failure and Reduced Ejection Fraction: A Randomized Clinical Trial. JAMA, 1-10.
- Yin MY, Wever-Pinzon O, Mehra MR, Selzman CH, Toll AE, Cherikh WS, Nativi-Nicolau J, Fang JC, Kfoury AG, Gilbert EM, Kemeyou L, McKellar SH, Koliopoulou A, Vaduganathan M, Drakos SG, Stehlik J (2019). Post-transplant outcome in patients bridged to transplant with temporary mechanical circulatory support devices. J Heart Lung Transplant, 38(8), 858-869.
- Minamisawa M, Seidelmann SB, Claggett B, Hegde SM, Shah AM, Desai AS, Lewis EF, Shah SJ, Sweitzer NK, Fang JC, Anand IS, OMeara E, Rouleau JL, Pitt B, Solomon SD (2019). Impact of Malnutrition Using Geriatric Nutritional Risk Index in Heart Failure With Preserved Ejection Fraction. JACC Heart Fail, 7(8), 664-675.
- Symons JD, Deeter L, Deeter N, Bonn T, Cho JM, Ferrin P, McCreath L, Diakos NA, Taleb I, Alharethi R, McKellar S, Wever-Pinzon O, Navankasattusas S, Selzman CH, Fang JC, Drakos SG (2019). Effect of Continuous-Flow Left Ventricular Assist Device Support on Coronary Artery Endothelial Function in Ischemic and Nonischemic Cardiomyopathy. Circ Heart Fail, 12(8), e006085.
- Hegde SM, Claggett B, Shah AM, Lewis EF, Anand I, Shah SJ, Sweitzer NK, Fang JC, Pitt B, Pfeffer MA, Solomon SD (2017). Physical Activity and Prognosis in the TOPCAT Trial (Treatment of Preserved Cardiac Function Heart Failure With an Aldosterone Antagonist). Circulation, 136(11), 982-992.
- Sundaram V, Chaudhry SP, Reddy YN, Longenecker CT, Fang JC (2015). Emergent cesarean section in the catheterization laboratory for spontaneous coronary artery dissection. Am J Cardiol, 115(12), 1777-8.
- Vorovich E, French B, Ky B, Goldberg L, Fang JC, Sweitzer NK, Cappola TP (2014). Biomarker predictors of cardiac hospitalization in chronic heart failure: a recurrent event analysis. J Card Fail, 20(8), 569-76.
- Ky B, French B, May Khan A, Plappert T, Wang A, Chirinos JA, Fang JC, Sweitzer NK, Borlaug BA, Kass DA, St John Sutton M, Cappola TP (2013). Ventricular-arterial coupling, remodeling, and prognosis in chronic heart failure. J Am Coll Cardiol, 62(13), 1165-72.
- Givertz MM, Teerlink JR, Albert NM, Westlake Canary CA, Collins SP, Colvin-Adams M, Ezekowitz JA, Fang JC, Hernandez AF, Katz SD, Krishnamani R, Stough WG, Walsh MN, Butler J, Carson PE, Dimarco JP, Hershberger RE, Rogers JG, Spertus JA, Stevenson WG, Sweitzer NK, Tang WH, Starling RC (2013). Acute decompensated heart failure: update on new and emerging evidence and directions for future research. J Card Fail, 19(6), 371-89.
- OGara PT, Kushner FG, Ascheim DD, Casey DE Jr, Chung MK, de Lemos JA, Ettinger SM, Fang JC, Fesmire FM, Franklin BA, Granger CB, Krumholz HM, Linderbaum JA, Morrow DA, Newby LK, Ornato JP, Ou N, Radford MJ, Tamis-Holland JE, Tommaso CL, Tracy CM, Woo YJ, Zhao DX (2013). 2013 ACCF/AHA guideline for the management of ST-elevation myocardial infarction: executive summary: a report of the American College of Cardiology Foundation/American Heart Association Task Force on Practice Guidelines. J Am Coll Cardiol, 61(4), 485-510.
- OGara PT, Kushner FG, Ascheim DD, Casey DE Jr, Chung MK, de Lemos JA, Ettinger SM, Fang JC, Fesmire FM, Franklin BA, Granger CB, Krumholz HM, Linderbaum JA, Morrow DA, Newby LK, Ornato JP, Ou N, Radford MJ, Tamis-Holland JE, Tommaso CL, Tracy CM, Woo YJ, Zhao DX, Anderson JL, Jacobs AK, Halperin JL, Albert NM, Brindis RG, Creager MA, DeMets D, Guyton RA, Hochman JS, Kovacs RJ, Kushner FG, Ohman EM, Stevenson WG, Yancy CW, American College of Cardiology FoundationAmerican Heart Association Task Force on Practice Guidelines (2013). 2013 ACCF/AHA guideline for the management of ST-elevation myocardial infarction: a report of the American College of Cardiology Foundation/American Heart Association Task Force on Practice Guidelines. Circulation, 127(4), e362-425.
- Morrow DA, Fang JC, Fintel DJ, Granger CB, Katz JN, Kushner FG, Kuvin JT, Lopez-Sendon J, McAreavey D, Nallamothu B, Page RL 2nd, Parrillo JE, Peterson PN, Winkelman C (2012). Evolution of critical care cardiology: transformation of the cardiovascular intensive care unit and the emerging need for new medical staffing and training models: a scientific statement from the American Heart Association. Circulation, 126(11), 1408-28.
- Fang JC, DeMarco T, Givertz MM, Borlaug BA, Lewis GD, Rame JE, Gomberg-Maitland M, Murali S, Frantz RP, McGlothlin D, Horn EM, Benza RL (2012). World Health Organization Pulmonary Hypertension group 2: pulmonary hypertension due to left heart disease in the adult--a summary statement from the Pulmonary Hypertension Council of the International Society for Heart and Lung Transplantation. J Heart Lung Transplant, 31(9), 913-33.
- Butler J, Ezekowitz JA, Collins SP, Givertz MM, Teerlink JR, Walsh MN, Albert NM, Westlake Canary CA, Carson PE, Colvin-Adams M, Fang JC, Hernandez AF, Hershberger RE, Katz SD, Rogers JG, Spertus JA, Stevenson WG, Sweitzer NK, Tang WH, Stough WG, Starling RC (2012). Update on aldosterone antagonists use in heart failure with reduced left ventricular ejection fraction. Heart Failure Society of America Guidelines Committee. J Card Fail, 18(4), 265-81.
- Ky B, French B, Levy WC, Sweitzer NK, Fang JC, Wu AH, Goldberg LR, Jessup M, Cappola TP (2012). Multiple biomarkers for risk prediction in chronic heart failure. Circ Heart Fail, 5(2), 183-90.
- Stevenson WG, Hernandez AF, Carson PE, Fang JC, Katz SD, Spertus JA, Sweitzer NK, Tang WH, Albert NM, Butler J, Westlake Canary CA, Collins SP, Colvin-Adams M, Ezekowitz JA, Givertz MM, Hershberger RE, Rogers JG, Teerlink JR, Walsh MN, Stough WG, Starling RC (2012). Indications for cardiac resynchronization therapy: 2011 update from the Heart Failure Society of America Guideline Committee. J Card Fail, 18(2), 94-106.
- Stevenson WG, Hernandez AF, Carson PE, Fang JC, Katz SD, Spertus JA, Sweitzer NK, Tang WH, Albert NM, Butler J, Westlake Canary CA, Collins SP, Colvin-Adams M, Ezekowitz JA, Givertz MM, Hershberger RE, Rogers JG, Teerlink JR, Walsh MN, Stough WG, Starling RC (2012). Heart Failure Society of America Guideline Committee.Indications for CRT: 2011 Update from the HFSA Guideline Committee. J Card Fail, 18(2), 94-106.
- Sipahi I, Carrigan TP, Rowland DY, Stambler BS, Fang JC (2011). Impact of QRS duration on clinical event reduction with cardiac resynchronization therapy: meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Arch Intern Med, 171(16), 1454-62.
- Ky B, French B, Ruparel K, Sweitzer NK, Fang JC, Levy WC, Sawyer DB, Cappola TP (2011). The vascular marker soluble fms-like tyrosine kinase 1 is associated with disease severity and adverse outcomes in chronic heart failure. J Am Coll Cardiol, 58(4), 386-94.
- Byrne KR, Panagiotakis PH, Hilden K, Thomas KL, Peterson KA, Fang JC (2006). Retrospective analysis of esophageal food impaction: differences in etiology by age and gender. Dig Dis Sci, 52(3), 717-21.
Book Chapter
- Ryan J, Natvi J, Fang JC (2015). Hemodynamics in Heart Failure. In Mann DL, Felker GM (Eds.), Heart Failure: A Companion to Braunwald's Heart Disease (3rd Edtiion). St. Louis: Elsevier.
Case Report
Editorial
- Fang JC, Jones TL (2020). Can a Pulmonary Artery Catheter Improve Outcomes in Cardiogenic Shock? JACC Heart Fail, 8(11), 914-916.
- Fang JC (2019). Heart-Failure Therapy - New Drugs but Old Habits? N Engl J Med, 381(21), 2063-2064.
- Shah KS, Fang JC (2019). Treating the Cardiorenal Syndrome: A Sledgehammer for a Needle's Work? J Card Fail, 25(11), 935-936.
- Ibrahim MM, Fang JC (2019). Magnetic Resonance Imaging of Cardiac Allografts: What's Next? Circ Cardiovasc Imaging, 12(10), e009784.
- Ryan JJ, Fang JC (2015). Pulmonary hypertension in heart failure: measurable, but how meaningful? 34(3), 310-1.
- Fang JC (2012). Heart failure therapy: what should clinicians believe? JAMA, 308(20), 2144-6.
Letter
- Ramalho SHR, Claggett BL, Sweitzer NK, Fang JC, Shah SJ, Anand IS, Pitt B, Lewis EF, Pfeffer MA, Solomon SD, Shah AM (2019). Impact of pulmonary disease on the prognosis in heart failure with preserved ejection fraction: the TOPCAT trial. [Letter to the editor]. Eur J Heart Fail, 22(3), 557-559.
- Myhre PL, Vaduganathan M, Claggett BL, Lam CSP, Desai AS, Anand IS, Sweitzer NK, Fang JC, OMeara E, Shah SJ, Shah AM, Lewis EF, Rouleau J, Pitt B, Solomon SD (2019). Application of the H2 FPEF score to a global clinical trial of patients with heart failure with preserved ejection fraction: the TOPCAT trial. [Letter to the editor]. Eur J Heart Fail, 21(10), 1288-1291.
- Taleb I, Koliopoulou AG, Tandar A, McKellar SH, Tonna JE, Nativi-Nicolau J, Alvarez Villela M, Welt F, Stehlik J, Gilbert EM, Wever-Pinzon O, Morshedzadeh JH, Dranow E, Selzman CH, Fang JC, Drakos SG (2019). Shock Team Approach in Refractory Cardiogenic Shock Requiring Short-Term Mechanical Circulatory Support: A Proof of Concept. [Letter to the editor]. Circulation, 140(1), 98-100.
Video/Film/CD/Web/Podcast
- Fang JC, Pinney S (2014). Cardiac Transplantation (webinar) [Web].