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Age Groups Seen
- Child 3-12
- Young Adult 18-25
- Adult 26-64
Languages
- English
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About Ari Cedars
Professional Titles
- Director, Adult Congenital Heart Disease
Primary Academic Title
Associate Professor of Medicine
Johns Hopkins Physician
Background
Dr. Ari Cedars is a cardiologist in Baltimore, Maryland. He also serves as director of the Adult Congenital Heart Disease Center at both the Johns Hopkins Heart and Vascular Institute and the Blalock-Taussig-Thomas Pediatric and Congenital Heart Center. Dr. Cedars is an associate professor of medicine and pediatrics at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine.
Dr. Cedars specializes in adult congenital heart disease.
He is a member of the leadership committee for the Advanced Cardiac Therapies Improving Outcomes Network (ACTION), an organization focused on the improvement of outcomes for pediatric ventricular assist device (VAD) patients. He is an administrative board member of the Alliance for Adult Research in Congenital Cardiology (AARCC), a multi-institutional academic research network devoted to producing new research in adult congenital heart disease. He is also a member of the medical advisory board for the Adult Congenital Heart Association (ACHA). Dr. Cedars’ research focuses on patient-centered outcomes, mechanical circulatory support and ventricular assist devices, and the biological mechanisms underlying clinical disease progression in congenital heart disease.
Centers and Institutes
- Blalock-Taussig-Thomas Pediatric and Congenital Heart
- Heart and Vascular Institute
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Additional Academic Titles
Associate Professor of Pediatrics
Lab Website
Ari Cedars Laboratory
- Ari Cedars, M.D., and his team have three primary research goals. First, the Cedars Lab is interested in patient-centered outcomes in congenital heart disease, which they investigate using a digital tracking system to record participants' symptoms and quality of life. Second, the Cedars Lab investigates outcomes with mechanical circulatory support and transplant in congenital heart disease, with a focus on those with end-stage heart disease and a Fontan circulation. Third, the Cedars Lab is interested in the biological mechanisms underlying circulatory deterioration and end-organ dysfunction in patients with a Fontan circulation.
PubMed - Publications
Selected Publications
Cedars A, Burchill L, Roche SL, Menachem J, Axsom K, Tecson K; ACTION Learning Network, Adult Congenital Heart Disease Sub-Committee. Impact of durable ventricular assist devices on post-transplant outcomes in adults with congenital heart disease. Congenit Heart Dis. 2019 Nov;14(6):958-962. doi: 10.1111/chd.12851. Epub 2019 Oct 18.
Cedars A, Jobanputra K, Bichell D. An Unusual Complication of the "Supported" Ross Procedure. World J Pediatr Congenit Heart Surg. 2020 Jan;11(1):127-129. doi: 10.1177/2150135119881394. Epub 2019 Nov 22.
Cedars A, Tecson KM, Zaidi AN, Lorts A, McCullough PA. Impact of Durable Ventricular Assist Device Support on Outcomes of Patients with Congenital Heart Disease Waiting for Heart Transplant. ASAIO J. 2019 Jul 15. doi: 10.1097/MAT.0000000000001041.
Santamaria RL, Jeewa A, Cedars A, Buchholz H, Conway J. Mechanical Circulatory Support in Pediatric and Adult Congenital Heart Disease. Can J Cardiol. 2020 Feb;36(2):223-233. doi: 10.1016/j.cjca.2019.10.006. Epub 2019 Oct 14.
Wong K, Tecson K, Cedars A. Outcomes of Multi-Organ Transplant in Adult Patients With Congenital Heart Disease. J Am Heart Assoc. 2019 Nov 19;8(22):e014088. doi: 10.1161/JAHA.119.014088. Epub 2019 Nov 13.
Honors
- American Heart Association Post-Doctoral Fellowship Grant Award, 1/1/08
- Texas Exes Scholar for UT Houston, 1/1/01
- Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society, University of Texas Chapter, 1/1/97
Lectures & Presentations
- Mechanical circulatory support in ACHD, Invited Talk, ACTION Learning Network Educational Meeting, Cincinnati, Ohio, 12/1/18
- Pulmonary vasodilator therapy in Fontan, Invited Talk, Gilead National Meeting, San Francisco, California, 7/1/15
- To improve research in ACHD you might need a PRO, Invited Talk, Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, Maryland, 2/1/19
Memberships
- Leadership Committee member ACTION Learning Network
- Alliance for Adult Research in Congenital Cardiology (AARCC),
Executive Board Member (Secretary)
- Alliance for Adult Research in Congenital Cardiology (AARCC),
Administrative Board Member
- Alliance for Adult Research in Congenital Cardiology (AARCC),
Network Member
- American Journal of Cardiology,
Associate Editor
Locations
- Johns Hopkins Children's Center
- 1800 Orleans Street, Suite 2201, Baltimore, MD 21287
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Expertise
Education
- Fellowship: Barnes-Jewish Health, 2011
- Fellowship: Barnes-Jewish Health, Cardiovascular Disease, 2008
- Residency: University of Michigan Medicine, Internal Medicine, 2004
- Medical Education: University of Texas Health Science Center, MD, 2001
Board Certifications
- Adult Congenital Heart Disease: American Board of Internal Medicine, 2015
- Cardiovascular Disease: American Board of Internal Medicine, 2007
Insurance
- Aetna
- CareFirst
- Cigna
- First Health
- Geisinger Health Plan
- HealthSmart/Accel
- Johns Hopkins Health Plans
- MultiPlan
- Pennsylvania's Preferred Health Networks (PPHN)
- Point Comfort Underwriters
- Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
- Veteran Affairs Community Care Network (Optum-VACCN)
Ratings & Reviews
4.9 out of 5
115 ratings, 46 reviewsThe Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to physician related questions on the national CG-CAHPS Medical Practice patient experience survey through Press Ganey. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score. Comments are also gathered from our CG-CAHPS Medical Practice Survey through Press Ganey and displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/17/2026
Great doctor. Knowledgeable and engaging listens to you and follows with discussion
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/4/2026
He was knowlegeable, respectful and asked good questions and listened to my answers.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/23/2026
The entire team was attentive, professional and personable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/21/2026
Dr. Cedars is definitely one of the best. He does not shy away from medical complexity, listens, takes responsibility for his patients, and has an excellent bedside manner.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/15/2026
Dr. Cedars is without a doubt the best doctor I've ever seen.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/7/2026
I have been seen at Hopkins my entire life. Dr. Cedars is by far the best Dr. I have had. He is highly accessible, listens to me and addresses all concerns. We truly are so grateful for his care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/30/2025
He had reviewed test results and was prepared for visit
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/19/2025
Dr. Ari is always great to see in my annual visits, takes great care of me and am grateful to have him as my doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/19/2025
Dr. Cedars takes the time to listen to me and my concerns and answers any questions I may have. He spent plenty of time to answer my questions and make sure me and my family understand my condition.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/17/2025
He's literally the best!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/4/2025
He's the BEST!!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/26/2025
Compassionate, kind service
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/21/2025
Dr Cedars is the best of the best of the Best! He's knowledgeable, informative and has genuine concerns about me and my health.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/18/2025
This was my first visit to Dr Cedars. It was very impressive.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/12/2025
Dr. Cedars is always respectful and takes the appropriate approach and right amount of time with me at each visit. He listens and connects with me in the most simplest of ways. He makes a stressful situation for me feel like a vacation.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/28/2025
We love Dr Cedars
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/28/2025
Absolutely fantastic. Very down to earth confident and easy to talk to. We loved Dr Cedars.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/21/2025
Dr. Cedars is always pleasant, thorough, and provides excellent care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/14/2025
One of the best, most empathetic, skilled practitioners I have ever encountered
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/17/2025
Dr Cedars is professional, kind, timely and always is available to help. He's caring and I feel comfortable and confident in his care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/17/2025
Excellent work
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/17/2025
Dr. Cedars has an amazing bed-side manner. He seems to genuinely care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/16/2025
Dr. Cedars is a world class ACHD cardiologist and I feel I'm getting the best care possible.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/16/2025
All good.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/16/2025
The doctor has a very pleasant manner.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/4/2025
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- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/2/2025
My doctor is very patient with me he explained things to me so that I can understand clearly in taking care of myself. He's a very good listener therefore he is an excellent doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/2/2025
Dr. Cedars is very knowledgeable about my condition and has earned my trust
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/15/2025
Dr. Cedars is an excellent doctor. I started seeing him when I moved to Maryland. I'm in another state now, and I still prefer to fly over there for my appointments.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/7/2025
Dr. Cedars is the best. He has done everything to restore me to full health and taken a personal interest in my well being. He treats me as an individual and not just as one of many patients. I have no doubt that this is how he treats each patient.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/25/2025
Dr. Cedars was Albert friendly, attentive and very personable in understanding my experience with my health concerns.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/25/2025
Good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/25/2025
He is awesome!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/17/2025
Dr. Cedars is compassionate and empathetic
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/16/2025
Dr Cedars always seems to exceed expectations and I consider him a good friend
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/16/2025
He is fantastic!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/15/2025
He does an awesome job, and listens to everything and explains things well
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/2/2025
Here's dedicated, caring , knowledgeable and supportive.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/19/2025
I felt like Dr. Cedars listened to me and gave his full attention. He seemed to care about what I had to say and my quality of life.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/17/2025
Very caring, kind and knowledgeable. Took time with my Special Needs grandson. Explained need for further testing necessary.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/12/2025
Excellent service
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/20/2025
Dr. Cedars, in my opinion, a very caring and knowledgeable doctor, whose opinion I trust. Both my wife and I are patients of Dr, Cedars, and we don't mind the 2+ hour drive from Delaware, since we are sure we will get an honest and good evaluation, from Dr. Cedars.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/20/2025
Excellent professional service
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/20/2025
Very patient and articulate.,calm and polite Demeanor. Very knowledgeable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/13/2025
Dr. Cedars is amazing. Always pleasant and extremely knowledgeable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/23/2025
Love this provider, he listens to me and is genuinely concerned about my health and wellness