Dr. Thomas Shimshak graduated from Medical College of Wisconsin in 1980.
Dr. Shimshak has five offices in Florida where he specializes in Cardiology, Interventional Cardiology and Internal Medicine. Learn more.
Dr. Shimshak works with thirty-two doctors including Dr. Randall Clark and Dr. Vernon Murphy.
Dr. Shimshak, a cardiologist in Lake Placid, is trained to provide complete treatment for the heart and cardiovascular system. Dr. Shimshak may see patients for indicators of disease like breathlessness, dizziness or chest pains, among others. Heart ailments which can be identified and treated by a cardiologist can include heart failure, heart aneurysms, coronary artery disease, rheumatic heart disease, arrhythmia, angina and congenital heart defects, to name a few.
As an interventional cardiologist, Dr. Shimshak provides minimally invasive diagnostic and treatment services for conditions affecting the heart and cardiovascular system. This may include the diagnosis and treatment of enlarged heart muscles and vascular blockages, chronic or unstable angina, and congestive heart failure. In providing care, Dr. Shimshak may utilize minimally-invasive catheterizations, offering easier access the heart and vascular system.
The specialty of internal medicine is an area of primary care for adults. Dr. Shimshak specializes in diagnosing and treating cross-system illnesses that may affect multiple organ systems. When necessary, Dr. Shimshak can also refer patients to specialist physicians when medically needed. As an example, patients with severe liver problems could be referred to a hepatologist for additional medical tests or treatments.
Medical College of Wisconsin
MD • 1980
Please Note: The information displayed below is sourced from the 2014 Medicare Physician and Other Supplier National Provider Identifier (NPI) Aggregate Report. It's important to remember that the statistics below are not inclusive of all patients treated by Dr. Shimshak, but only those who participate in Medicare.