Cardiologist Alexander Kong, M.D., has joined Baptist Health Miami Cardiac & Vascular Institute, part of Baptist Health Heart & Vascular Care. Dr. Kong specializes in cardiovascular disease with clinical interests in both acute and preventive cardiovascular care, as well as in cardiovascular imaging, including echocardiography, cardiac CT and nuclear cardiology.

Dr. Kong recently completed a fellowship in cardiovascular diseases at Orlando Health Orlando Regional Medical Center, where he received training in interventional and structural echocardiography, cardiac CT, nuclear cardiology, vascular ultrasound, cardiac critical care and cardiac catheterization.

“We are pleased to welcome Dr. Kong to Baptist Health Heart & Vascular Care,” said Tom C. Nguyen, M.D., system chief executive of Baptist Health Heart & Vascular Care and chief medical executive of Baptist Health Miami Cardiac & Vascular Institute, as well as director of minimally invasive surgery and the Barry T. Katzen Endowed Chair at Baptist Health Miami Cardiac & Vascular Institute, and chair and professor of the Department of Cardiovascular Sciences at Florida International University Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine. “Dr. Kong brings strong clinical training, a passion for patient-centered care and a commitment to advancing cardiovascular medicine through education, quality improvement and innovation.”

Before completing his fellowship, Dr. Kong served as chief resident in quality improvement and patient safety for the Orlando VA Healthcare System and University of Central Florida/HCA Florida. He also worked as an academic hospitalist and assistant professor of medicine, mentoring residents and medical students while contributing to patient safety and quality improvement initiatives.

Dr. Kong has authored numerous peer-reviewed publications and presented research at national scientific meetings such as the American College of Cardiology Annual Scientific Session. His work has focused on cardiovascular imaging, arrhythmias, heart failure and quality improvement in patient care. He has also received several honors for his leadership and commitment to healthcare quality, including the Junior Cardiology Fellow of the Year award at Orlando Health and Lean Six Sigma certifications through the Veterans Health Administration.

“Dr. Kong’s background in cardiovascular imaging, quality improvement and academic medicine reflects a strong commitment to collaborative, evidence-based care,” said Ashford Denman, vice president of operations at Baptist Health Heart & Vascular Care. “His training and passion for patient-centered medicine will help strengthen the comprehensive cardiovascular services we provide to patients and referring physicians throughout South Florida.”

Dr. Kong is dedicated to providing thoughtful, evidence-based cardiovascular care tailored to each patient’s individual needs and goals. He values building collaborative relationships with patients and families and believes that clear communication, preventive care and a strong focus on education can help patients take an active role in improving and maintaining their heart health. He is fluent in English, Spanish, Portuguese and Catalan.

Dr. Kong will see patients at 7400 SW 87 Avenue, Suite 100, Miami, 33173. To schedule an appointment, call 786-204-4200.