Biography


Dr. Francois Haddad, MD is a Clinical Professor of Medicine that specializes in the field of cardio-vascular imaging, pulmonary hypertension, advanced heart failure and transplantation. Dr. Haddad has over 18 years of practice in the field of cardiology. He directs Stanford Cardiovascular Institute Biomarker and Phenotypic Core Laboratory dedicated to translational studies in cardiovascular medicine. The laboratory focuses on (1) identifying early biomarkers of heart failure and aging, (2) bioengineering approaches to cardiovascular disease modeling and (3) novel informatic approach for the detection and risk stratification of disease. He is involved is several precision medicine initiatives in health including the Project Baseline, the Integrated Personalized Omics Profiling Initiative, the Athletic screening program at Stanford and the Strong-D cardiac rehabilitation initiative in individuals with diabetes mellitus.

Professional Summary


Education & Certifications
  • Fellowship: Stanford University Cardiovascular Medicine Fellowship (2007) CA
  • Board Certification: Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons, Cardiology (2004)
  • Fellowship: Montreal Heart Institute (2004) Canada
  • Residency: Montreal University Medical Center (2001) Canada
  • Internship: University of Montreal/Sacre-Coeur Hospital (1999) Canada
  • Board Certification: Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons, Internal Medicine (2003)
  • Medical Education: University of Montreal (1998) Canada

Honors & Awards
  • Dean's Honours List, University of Montreal (2000-2004)
  • Faculty Teacher Award, Montreal University (2004)
  • Governor's General Medal of Excellence, Goverment of Canada (1992)

Memberships
  • Expert Panelist, American Thoracic Association (2015 - Present)
  • Council Leadership, American Heart Association 3CPR Council (2013 - Present)

Administrative Appointments
  • Director Biomarker and Phenotypic Core Laboratory, Cardiovascular Institute (2013 - Present)
  • Right Heart Expert Panel, American Thoracic Society (2015 - 2018)
  • Task Force member, WHO Pulmonary Hypertension Committee (2013 - 2018)

Publications

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Practice Locations


Advanced Heart Failure Clinic at Stanford Stanford, CA
Stanford, CA

300 Pasteur Drive , 2nd Floor, Room A260

Stanford , CA 94305

(650) 724-4942

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Hypertension Center Stanford, CA
Stanford, CA

300 Pasteur Drive, 1st Floor, Suite A11

Stanford , CA 94305

(650) 723-6961

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Stanford Echocardiography and Vascular Imaging Center Stanford, CA
Stanford, CA

300 Pasteur Drive, 3rd Floor, Clinic B36

Stanford , CA 94305

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Mechanical Circulatory Support Program Stanford, CA
Stanford, CA

300 Pasteur Drive , 2nd Floor, Room A260

Stanford , CA 94305

(650) 723-5468

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General Cardiology at Boswell Building Stanford, CA
Stanford, CA

300 Pasteur Drive , 2nd Floor, Room A260

Stanford , CA 94305

(650) 725-5909

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Heart Transplant Program Stanford, CA
Stanford, CA

300 Pasteur Drive , 2nd Floor, Room A21

Stanford , CA 94305

(650) 723-5468

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Dr. H. is outstanding. Very thorough and Excellent bedside manners. A true asset.
Dr. Haddad is by far the best physician I have ever had (and I am a physician by training myself, so I can tell!). He is extremely knowledgeable and patient; he takes the time and makes the effort to really understand the nature and causes of a patient's symptoms and to address ALL of them - even beyond his own specialty. He takes an interest in the patient's general life circumstances and even takes the potential health risks of the patient's family members into consideration. I really cannot say enough good things about Dr. Haddad.
Dr. Haddad is a wonderful person. He is a very bright and competent physician and he is also a caring and attentive person. He gives me confidence that I am on the right track with my cardiology care, and makes me feel like a participant in the process.
Dr. Haddad is an extraordinary physician, extremely meticulous, and he truly cares about his patients.
It's good to have a doctor who listen to the patient as he does. Pray he doesn't leave Stanford.
Excellent doctor
Thorough, thoughtful, attentive, pleasant
Team was supportive and professional
Dr. Haddad is a phenomenal cardiologist. He is always very patient and thorough. It is obvious he cares for his patients very much. He always takes the time to show me images from my echo cardiograms and other tests and explain what they mean. I have the utmost confidence in Dr. Haddad.
Excellent Very good doctor
The best
I have been one of Dr. Haddad’s patients for close to 20 years. He is an excellent doctor who I trust completely with my care. He is very thorough and thoughtful and takes time to explain everything to help me understand test results and treatment plans. I’m very happy to have him on my care team and would highly recommend him to anyone who needs an excellent and caring cardiologist.
Listened to all my concerns and answered my questions.
Was an excellent visit. Answered all my questions.
Dr. Haddad is a very pleasant individual making it very easy to discuss health issues. I am very impressed by his knowledge and helpful attitude. Wish there were more like him.
He is always very informed,caring and attentive to patient needs and concerns.
Dr Haddad is absolutely great. He expresses kindness and care in how he communicates and connects. He asks great questions to understand my current condition and has been wonderful in my continued treatment. I can't speak more highly of him!
Dr. Haddad is by far the most outstanding internist/cardiologist I ever had in the 30+ years of my history of cardiac problems - and being a physician myself, I am able to distinguish an excellent doctor from an average (or worse) colleague. Dr. Haddad is extremely knowledgeable, thoughtful and experienced; he truly cares about each and every patient, and he feels responsible for solving any patient's health problems to the furthest extent possible - even if this requires time and effort way beyond the limits of his specialty and way beyond "the call of duty." He has unique interpersonal skills, warmth and compassion, and a genuine interest in the overall wellbeing of his patients - in short, he is the picture of the doctor living up to the Hippocratic Oath, and one who is in it with his whole heart. I wish all my colleagues were like him - medicine would be a much more pleasant and rewarding experience for patients. I cannot speak highly enough of Dr. Haddad.
The. entire staff is very caring, attentive and excellent in every regard.
Awesome Doctor.
Dr. Haddad is a compassionate and caring doctor who does everything within his power to make sure I stay healthy.
Dr. Haddad is a very caring and considerate doctor who takes time to explain everything well and never makes me feel rushed. He always considers any health issues that I have carefully and thoroughly. I have full confidence in Dr. Haddad and believe he is an excellent doctor.
I am very happy with this doctor
It was Fabulous thank you very much.
Very professional and knowledgeable.
Dr. Hahhad is very focused, knowledgeable, polite, and personable.
Dr. Haddad is the best!
Dr. Haddad is a caring and highly skilled physician, who is practical and listens carefully to patients. He is a pleasure to work with.
Dr. Haddad answered my questions thoughtfully, was thorough and developed a plan for care that was a good one. He took his time to make sure that all important points were covered. He inquired about my health and well.being. it was very easy to talk with him and to know that he cares about my well.being now and in the future
Dr. Haddod was excellent! Thorough, listened carefully to my concerns, reviewed medical history from other medical providers, and determined a customized plan to meet my medical condition - both current and ongoing.
Dr Haddad is a very caring,compassionate and knowledgeable. I am so grateful for having him as my Doctor.
Francois Haddad is an excellent, caring and knowledgeable doctor. If it wasn’t for him, I wouldn’t agree with these bideo callas. He’s the best doctor I’ve ever had.
The most thorough doctor I have every seen for my health care. Excellent!
The best
Dr Haddad is not only a brilliant cardiologist but is a very caring physician. He always explains things so I can understand them in the most unpretentious way. You can tell his goal is to help you feel better as quickly and painlessly as possible.
Very informative doctor, easy to understand. Never makes one feel rushed and easy to talk to. Addresses every issue and leaves plenty of room for one to ask questions.
Great doctors, physicians assistants, nurses; thank you for providing the best health care in the USA!
Excellent experience with all concerned.
He is a doctor that I would recommend to family and friends to see. He is concerned about me as a patient as well as my family when it comes to medical conditions that may affect them as well.
Dr. Haddad is an empathetic doctor, extremely knowledgeable and cares about me as a person. He is thorough, thoughtful and positive.
Dr. Haddad is an excellent communicator and I am very pleased with our video appointment.
Dr Haddad is amazing!!
Excellent exchange I feel that I am carefully listened to and I am so confident in his knowledge
He’s the best! Has helped my wife Bette & I for past decade.
He is excelkent
Dr Francois Haddad is a very excellent knowledgeable and caring doctor.
Dr. Haddad is always prepared, supportive, and professional.
Excellent provider, very caring
Dr. Haddad has been a God sent. I trust him and appreciate his advise very much.
He's a wonderful doctor!
Excellent doctor excellent show of care and not rushed .. took the time to answer any questions and is very personable and professional
Great physician up on latest imaging and drugs
Dr. Francois Haddad is the type of doctor everyone needs. He is very informative, and wants the best for me as a patient. I appreciate him as my doctor. Wished all doctors listened to what their patients have to say regarding questions about their care.
excellent thinker and communicator, very knowledgeable, kind and intellegible, very careful to patient concerns
The visit went well today and Dr. Haddad has laid out a plan for the next six months to keep me on track and check up with an echocardiogram towards late spring.
Dr. Haddad is a fantastic doctor with an excellent bedside manner. He is very thorough and patient. He explains things very well and is always willing to answer any questions I may have.
Dr Haddad is the very best of the BEST!
exceptional doctor
Excellent and caring doctor, excellent support staff, understanding, accommodating.
I am continually amazed with the attention Dr Haddad pays to the overall improvement of my well being and health. His attention to my care has been highly influential in the improvement of my condition. His attention to my medication and lab levels has greatly influenced the improvement in my quality of life. He has also influenced my improvement in my metabolic health. It is a pleasure being a patient of Dr Haddad.
Dr Haddad is very professional and has done all his review before the visit. He ifs very Pleasant to work with. I recommend him highly.
Excellent and personable MD. The very best of Stanford!!So helpful and caring.
I find that Dr. Haddad is very personable and extremely knowledgeable. His care and focus on the facts surrounding best health care options is extremely encouraging as I continue to navigate my health condition. I enjoy his attention to detail and his careful analysis of all possibilities and his objectivity at looking towards choices.
He is excellent: Caring, professional. approachable, down-to-earth.
Dr. Haddad follows the general health of his patients in addition to cardiac health. He is extremely knowledgeable along with his caring attitude! He does what he says he’s going to do regarding additional consultations and follow up. He’s the best!!
Francois Haddad is an unparalleled physician. Heart transplant could use more providers who take such interest in their patients' QOL.
Never have I ever had a problem.
I love Rebecca Wainwright and Dr. Haddad.
I was lucky to see Dr. Haddad. He is one of my favorite among the medical staff at the Tx. clinic.
Dr. was clear about how we would proceed, diligent in finding out any symptoms, pleasant and patient and professional.
Excellent doctor!
Dr. Haddad is outstanding cardiologist looking at every detail.
Dr. Haddad has been most attentive and caring. I am extremely grateful for looking at the tests results together with the patient, explaining the salient points in a manner easy to follow for a non-specialist.
Dr. Haddad is best care provider I have had in almost 50 years at Sanford.
Dr. Haddad is incredible! He is thoughtful, smart, kind, and compassionate.
Dr. Haddad is one of the most thorough dr. I've encountered in my 76 year. He couldn't be better! We feel so blessed to have him.
Dr. Haddad is the BEST. I come from s. California to see him. He is kind, caring, extremely knowledgeable and treats you with the utmost respect. I wish all my providers were like him!
Dr. Haddad is one of the best doctors I've ever seen, in any specialty, period!!!
To describe Dr. Haddad, he practices above and beyond my expectation. Honest, very thorough! He takes time to explain and and his treatment is so modern and uses new technique. He is the best cardiologist.
I had a lovely experience with Dr. Haddad. He is extremely knowledgeable and insightful in the cardiologist space. I look forward to working with him in the future.
Dr. Haddad is an exceptional physician. I always feel his concern/remarks are genuine. Not to mention he provides very clear and easy to understand instructions/explanations.
This doctor is extraordinarily kind, clear, friendly, patient, and knowledgeable.
Dr. Haddad is very thorough, caring and excellent doctor. I could not ask for a better doctor.
Dr. Haddad is the BEST. I came from So. Cal to see him.
Dr. Haddad is a wonderful doctor! He's so kind & caring. He took a good amount of time explaining everything that was found on the test I had. I feel very confident in his abilities & feel much better after talking to him.
He is the most understanding, very good listener, treat me as a friend and not just a number.
Dr. Haddad is always very thorough never rushed, explained things clearly that had to do with my care & progress.
Dr. Haddad is the best cardiologist there is. He takes time with his patients. He explains everything where I can understand.
Dr. Haddad is the best physician I have seen in many years. After my visit with him I had a good understanding of my condition, how we would proceed and what we hoped to achieve.
Dr. Haddad is an excellent physician in that he is a very competent and caring healthcare provider!
Dr. Haddad and Gabbie Ono are the VERY best! They truly, care and are very sincere. THey are also very conscientious in my care!!
Dr. Francois Haddad is the best! He has been my primary care taker for 2 years. he really cares about you!
I saw Dr. Haddad on my first post surgery clinic visit ten years ago. He knows my case extremely well. I have great confidence in his advice.
Dr. Haddad is an unparalleled physician. I am always grateful to see him.
COMPASSIONATE.
Dr. Haddad Francois was take care me really good while I was in hospital. Thank so much!!! 1. Dr. Haddad Francois.
Very good experience.
Dr. Haddad is excellent & skilled. He has great knowledge, very detail oriented and precise. To top if off, he has great bedside manners & makes the patient happy to visit with him. Wish him the best -
EXCELLENT.
Dr. Haddad is the best heart doctor. He took time in explaining about my condition, the new medication he would like me to take, he had this plan of treating me that is very easy to follow, and understand.
Dr. Haddad is wonderful. He is very thoughtful and thorough. He does an excellent job of explaining the test results and options available.
I like how he is patient, a very good listener.
Dr. Haddad's thoroughness & quality of care is outstanding.
It was my first visit to the clinic and I had many questions. Dr. Haddah (who is an expert in the field) spent over an hour explaining heart failure & going over my echo with me. He is the best!
Dr. Haddad was wonderful and explained some issues I was confused about. My daughter is an RN (Lucille Pachard) and all were both impressed with his explanations/suggestions to include written...
Any person will be happy with him.
Dr. Haddad spoke to me in words I could understand! He gave me time to ask questions & spent so much time w/me I felt like I was his only customer! And he called me back on the day he said he would call. VERY impressed!
Doctor is excellent provider. I have no complaints.
Excellent.
Excellent care and follow thru.
Dr. Haddad is the best! Very knowledgeable thorough, understanding, very caring, takes a lot of time with his explanations.
Dr. Haddad is excellent. He makes my drs. in San Jose look like idiots. In one visit Dr. Haddad fixed my racing heart & my shortness of breath.
Wonderful experience in all aspects.
Dr. Haddad was wonderful. Gave me many options and explained so I could understand.
Asked questions - wrote down my questions.
Dr. Haddad is the best we could ever ask for - we love him!
Everything's excellent.
He phoned to ensure every thing was OK & to change amt. of meds to a lower dose.
Good experience for me.
I like all my doctors at Stanford.
He is one of the best I've ever had.
A++.
My Doctor Francois Haddad MD is courtesy, helpful -- If I have any question he used words you could understand.

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