Scott Ard, M.D., F.A.C.C. (Invasive Cardiology)

Scott W. Ard, M.D., F.A.C.C., is an esteemed invasive cardiologist, possessing board certifications in cardiovascular disease.

Dr. Scott Ard's Education

Dr. Ard received his medical degree at LSU School of Medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. He completed his internship and residency at the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston, South Carolina. In addition to earning his fellowship in cardiovascular medicine at the Ochsner Clinic in New Orleans, Louisiana, Dr. Ard also served as chief fellow. He is board-certified in cardiovascular disease.

Cardiology Experience

With over twelve years of experience in invasive cardiology, Dr. Ard performs diagnostic left and right heart catheterization, permanent pacemaker implantations, transthoracic and transesophageal echocardiograms, and nuclear cardiovascular studies. He was also an Associate Professor of Medicine at Campbell University School of Medicine. Serving both at home and overseas, Dr. Ard spent time as a Battalion Surgeon under the US Army Special Forces command.

Dr. Ard conducted extensive research on several key clinical trials, including the CLOSURE 1 Trial: “a prospective, multicenter, randomized, controlled trial to evaluate the safety and efficacy of the STARFlex septal closure system” and The PROTECT AF (Watchman Left Atrial Appendage System for Embolic Protection in patients with Atrial Fibrillation) trial, among others.

Well-respected by his peers and patients alike, Dr. Ard demonstrates an unwavering commitment to the advancement of better healthcare outcomes in the field of invasive and interventional cardiology.