Dr. David Burkett has established a notable career in cardiology, focusing on general cardiology, cardiac electrophysiology (E.P.), echocardiography, and non-invasive cardiology. His expertise spans managing diseases such as coronary artery disease, acute coronary syndrome, cardiac arrhythmias, hyperlipidemia, valvular heart disease, atrial fibrillation, and pulmonary hypertension. He performs cardiac ablations and utilizes echocardiography as a diagnostic tool. His patient care philosophy is centered on preventive and integrative approaches, striving for the best outcomes for each individual. He is currently a practitioner in Texas, associated with Cardiology Cardiovascular Associates of San Antonio, and holds certifications from the Texas Medical Board and the A.B.I.M. Cardiovascular Disease Boards. He began his professional journey in private practice at Burkett Cardiovascular Associates in Monroe, Louisiana, a clinic founded by his father. Following his father’s retirement, he established Burkett Heart Clinic, which grew to care for about 3,500 patients from Louisiana and neighboring states such as Arkansas and Mississippi. His professional network during this period included affiliations with North Monroe H.C.A. Hospital and St. Francis Medical Center. Transitioning into academia, he sought to leverage his extensive practical experience to educate future medical professionals. He found a passion for academic medicine, appreciating its collaborative nature and the opportunity it provided for ongoing professional development and knowledge sharing. He served as an Assistant Professor of Medicine at L.S.U. School of Medicine and as Director of Cardiology at their Cardiac/E.P. Catheterization Lab. Dr. Burkett’s educational background includes a B.S. in Electrical and Biomedical Engineering from Southern Methodist University, followed by his medical degree from LSU HSC School of Medicine in New Orleans. He completed his internship, residency, and Cardiology and Cardiac Electrophysiology fellowships at Baylor College of Medicine and Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. His research contributions have been significant, especially in developing new ablation techniques for atrial fibrillation. He has published numerous articles and participated in clinical studies with advanced cardiology. In addition to his clinical and academic roles, he is recognized for his educational outreach. He travels nationally to discuss the latest in pulmonary arterial hypertension and other cardiac conditions. He is a member of various prestigious organizations, including the American Medical Association and the American Heart Association. Personally, David is a proud father of five, actively involved in guiding their educational and career paths. Dr. David Burkett remains a crucial figure in cardiology, dedicated to enhancing patient care, medical education, and research within the field.