Shawn West, MD

About Dr. Shawn West:

Dr. Shawn West, MD, MSc, is a distinguished pediatric cardiologist affiliated with UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh. He also serves as an assistant professor of pediatrics at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Board-certified in both general pediatrics and pediatric cardiology, Dr. West brings extensive expertise to his practice.

Education and Training:

- Medical Degree: Augusta University Medical College of Georgia

- Pediatric Residency: Augusta University Medical College of Georgia

- Pediatric Cardiology Fellowship: University of Virginia, where he also earned a master’s degree in Clinical Research.

- Advanced Training: Heart transplant, heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and advanced mechanical support at UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh.

During his advanced fellowship, Dr. West was honored as the Claude R. Joyner Endowed Fellow in Pediatric Cardiology.

Clinical Roles:

Dr. West’s primary clinical responsibilities include supporting the heart transplant, cardiomyopathy (heart failure), advanced mechanical support, and pulmonary hypertension teams. His commitment to patient care is reflected in his active participation in several multi-center collaborative research projects.

Research Interests:

Dr. West’s main research focus is on outcomes-based research for patients following heart transplants. He has a significant number of publications, which can be viewed on PubMed.

Professional Affiliations:

- Pediatric Heart Transplant Society

- International Pediatric Transplant Association

- International Society for Heart and Lung Transplantation

- American Society of Transplant

- American Heart Association

- Pulmonary Hypertension Association

Patient Satisfaction:

Dr. West is highly regarded for his patient care, with notable feedback highlighting his excellent communication skills and attentive listening. However, some feedback has mentioned a preference for more balanced discussions regarding certain medical treatments, such as vaccinations.

Visit Dr. West:

Patients can expect comprehensive and compassionate care from Dr. Shawn West, a dedicated specialist committed to advancing pediatric cardiology and improving patient outcomes. For more information or to schedule an appointment, please visit UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh’s website or contact the office directly at the Sewickley, PA location.