Holly M. Ippisch, MD, MS, is a pediatric cardiologist at Cincinnati Children's, specializing in congenital heart disease and cardiac imaging. She is dedicated to providing comprehensive care to children with heart conditions, utilizing advanced diagnostic techniques and personalized treatment plans. Dr. Ippisch is passionate about improving the cardiovascular health of her patients through innovative care and research.

Thomas D. Ryan, MD, PhD, is a pediatric cardiologist at Cincinnati Children's, specializing in cardiomyopathy, heart failure, and heart transplantation. He also leads the Cardio-Oncology Program, treating cardiovascular dysfunction in cancer patients. Dr. Ryan is dedicated to advocating for the best care for each patient and their family.

Clifford Chin, MD, is a dedicated pediatric cardiologist at Cincinnati Children's. He serves as the director of Advanced Cardiomyopathy Services and the medical director of Pediatric Heart Transplant. Clifford specializes in transplant rejection, coronary artery disease, and cardiopulmonary exercise testing. His passion for improving outcomes in cardiac transplantation drives his research and clinical work, ensuring that his patients receive the... Read More

Sarah E. Henson, MD, is a pediatric cardiologist at Cincinnati Children's, specializing in preventive cardiology. She focuses on early intervention to prevent cardiovascular disease in children, working closely with families to improve lifestyles and support heart health. Sarah is passionate about meeting patients where they are in life and providing evidence-based care to reverse the early stages of heart disease.... Read More

Chad Connor, MD, is a skilled pediatric cardiologist at Cincinnati Children's. He serves as the Chief Consultant for Pediatric Cardiology to the Air Force Surgeon General and is an Associate Professor at Wright State University. Chad's clinical expertise includes managing complex congenital heart conditions and performing advanced cardiac procedures. He is committed to providing comprehensive, compassionate care to his patients,... Read More

Amr Matoq, MD, is a pediatric interventional cardiologist at Cincinnati Children's, specializing in congenital heart disease and interventional cardiology. Dr. Matoq provides expert care for children with complex heart conditions, including those requiring catheter-based interventions. His focus on improving heart function through advanced techniques and his compassionate care make him a valuable resource for families. Dr. Matoq's dedication to his... Read More

Benjamin Mantell, MD, PhD, is a pediatric cardiologist at Cincinnati Children's, specializing in cardiomyopathy, heart failure, and heart transplantation. Dr. Mantell is passionate about supporting children with severe heart disease and their families. He provides advanced treatments, including ventricular assist devices and heart transplants, to improve heart function. Dr. Mantell's commitment to research and patient care ensures the best outcomes... Read More

Chet R. Villa, MD, is a compassionate pediatric cardiologist at Cincinnati Children's, focusing on heart failure and transplantation. He provides expert care for children with severe heart conditions, including those with Duchenne muscular dystrophy and RASopathies. Dr. Villa is dedicated to improving therapeutic options and developing new approaches for children with complex heart diseases.

Russel Hirsch, MD, is the director of the Pulmonary Hypertension Service at Cincinnati Children's. He specializes in pediatric cardiology, focusing on conditions such as pulmonary hypertension and congenital heart disease. Russel is committed to providing comprehensive care through advanced diagnostic and therapeutic techniques. His research includes improving outcomes for children with pulmonary hypertension. In his free time, Russel enjoys collaborating... Read More

Hieu Ta, MD, is a pediatric cardiologist at Cincinnati Children's. He specializes in general outpatient cardiology and advanced imaging techniques like echocardiography and cardiac MRI. Dr. Ta treats conditions such as heart murmurs, chest pain, and congenital heart disease, focusing on long-term care and improving patient outcomes through advanced imaging.

Shankar Baskar, MD, FHRS, CEPS-P, is a pediatric cardiologist at Cincinnati Children's. He specializes in electrophysiology and treating heart rhythm disorders in children. Dr. Baskar is committed to providing advanced cardiac care to his patients, using the latest diagnostic and treatment techniques.

Richard J. Czosek, MD, is a pediatric cardiologist at Cincinnati Children's. He specializes in electrophysiology and treating heart rhythm disorders in children. Dr. Czosek is committed to providing advanced cardiac care to his patients, using the latest diagnostic and treatment techniques.

Paul S. Kingma, MD, PhD, is a dedicated neonatologist at Cincinnati Children's, specializing in neonatal-perinatal medicine. He focuses on providing care to premature and critically ill newborns, ensuring they receive the best possible treatment. Dr. Kingma is passionate about improving outcomes and quality of life for his tiny patients and their families.

David S. Spar, MD, is a pediatric cardiologist at Cincinnati Children's, specializing in electrophysiology. He focuses on diagnosing and treating heart rhythm disorders in children, including arrhythmias and cardiomyopathies. Dr. Spar is dedicated to improving the lives of his patients through advanced cardiac care and innovative treatments.

David Lehenbauer, MD, is an attending physician in cardiothoracic surgery at Cincinnati Children's. He specializes in congenital cardiac surgery and is dedicated to improving outcomes for children with heart conditions. David's extensive training includes residencies in general and thoracic surgery, as well as a fellowship in congenital cardiac surgery. He is passionate about research and has contributed to numerous publications... Read More

David L.S. Morales, MD, is a compassionate pediatric cardiothoracic surgeon at Cincinnati Children's, specializing in congenital heart defects. He focuses on performing complex heart surgeries to correct structural abnormalities, providing comprehensive care to his patients. Dr. Morales is dedicated to improving the heart health and overall well-being of his young patients.

Carl L. Backer, MD, is a pediatric heart surgeon at Cincinnati Children's specializing in operations involving congenital malformations of the heart. He has a special interest in children with vascular rings and is the Chief of Pediatric Cardiac Surgery at Kentucky Children's Hospital. Dr. Backer is dedicated to providing the best possible heart care and has performed over 6,000 congenital... Read More

Alexander Opotowsky, MD, MMSc, is a skilled pediatric cardiologist at Cincinnati Children's, specializing in congenital heart disease. He focuses on diagnosing and treating heart conditions in children, providing comprehensive care and support to patients and their families. Dr. Opotowsky is passionate about improving the heart health and overall well-being of his young patients.