Paul Dillahunt, MD, II
Cardiologist
Physician Profile
Paul Dillahunt, II, MD, has been chosen as a Health Care Heroes and named among America’s Top Physicians. He is known for his clinical expertise and the personal care that he provides to each patient. His areas of expertise include:
General Cardiology
Interventional Cardiology
Cardiac Rehabilitation
Nuclear Cardiology
Echocardiography
Heart Disease
Titles:
Chief of Cardiology, Baptist Medical Center,
Medical Director, Cardiac Rehabilitation Unit, Baptist Medical Center,
Chairman, Baptist Heart Specialists Board of Directors
Specialties:
Cardiologist
An Internist who specializes in diseases of the heart and blood vessels and manages complex cardiac conditions such as heart attacks and life-threatening, abnormal heartbeat rhythms.
American Board of Internal Medicine
Internist
An Internist is a personal physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and in the hospital, managing both common and complex illnesses of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and the digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
American Board of Internal Medicine
Interventional Cardiologist
An area of medicine within the subspecialty of Cardiology, which uses specialized imaging and other diagnostic techniques to evaluate blood flow and pressure in the coronary arteries and chambers of the heart, and uses technical procedures and medications to treat abnormalities that impair the function of the cardiovascular system.
American Board of Internal Medicine
Education & Training:
Bachelor of Science
Ohio State University, Columbus, OH
1966 - 1970
Doctor of Medicine
Ohio State University, Columbus, OH
1970 - 1973
Internship
University of Southern California Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA
1973 - 1974
Residency
University of FL HSC, Jacksonville, Jacksonville, FL
1975 - 1976
Fellowship
University of FL HSC, Jacksonville, Jacksonville, FL
1976 - 1978
Hospital Affiliation:
Baptist Medical Center Jacksonville
Baptist Medical Center Nassau
Baptist Medical Center South
Ages Treated:
Infant
Toddler
Adolescent
Teen
Adult
Senior
Legal Practice Name:
Baptist Heart Specialists
From the Doctor:
My dad was a family doctor and I grew up working in his office and learning from him and his patients. One of his favorite things to say was, “You treat the patient, not the x-ray”. His point was that the patient is much more than just a presenting symptom; of utmost importance is the actual person in front of you whom you are caring for.
I believe in treating my patients with respect, courtesy and the highest level of professionalism possible. We try to explain the patient’s medical condition and results in terms that anyone can understand without a lot of medical “mumbo-jumbo”. We strive to have our clinics run on time and if there are delays, we express regret and apologize because your time is valuable.
I often ask my patients what they like to do for fun. If you were to ask me, I would have a long list. First would come family activities and spending time with my wife (whom I cherish and have been married to for more than 20 years) and our three children. I enjoy music and have played guitar since I was 15 years old. I enjoy running and snow skiing. We are active in our church and I have been a member of Promise Keepers for more than 15 years.