
Christopher Allen, M.D., FACC, FSCAI
Interventional Cardiology
Locations where Christopher Allen, M.D., FACC, FSCAI practices:
About Christopher Allen, M.D.
In 2020, Dr. Allen took a position at WVU Heart and Vascular Institute where he was associate professor of medicine at the West Virginia School of Medicine and an interventional and structural cardiologist at WVU Heart and Vascular Institute. He was chief of cardiology at WVU Medicine Wheeling Hospital and WVU Medicine Reynolds Hospital.
Dr. Allen has a busy clinical practice and is an active clinical researcher both as a principal investigator and a sub-investigator. He has participated in several seminal cardiac and vascular interventional studies that have been essential to defining clinical practice.
As a past president of Gateway Medical Society Dr. Allen actively participated in community service in the Pittsburgh area with a primary focus on community health education and closing the gap in health care disparities as well as tried to fund the pipeline of minorities in medicine. He also finds time to travel to Jamaica to volunteer his services to the underserved and underinsured.
- Specialty
- Interventional Cardiology, Cardiology
- Gender
- Male
- Languages
- English
Education
Expertise
Fellowship
Howard University Hospital Division of Cardiology Cardiology 1994Residency
Howard University Hospital Department of Medicine Internal medicine 1991Undergraduate Degree
The University of West Indies, Kingston, Jamaica Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery (MBBS) 1982Certifications
Internal medicine (board certified)
Cardiology (board certified)
Interventional cardiology (board certified)
Nuclear cardiology (board certified)
Honors and Awards
Dr. Allen received the Oswald J. Nikens, M.D. Physician of the Year Award
Gateway Medical Society 2015Dr. Allen was elected one of the 50 men of excellence in Pittsburgh
2008Dr. Allen was awarded the Interventional Cardiology Teaching Award
Allegheny General Hospital 2001Dr. Allen served as chief medical resident during his residency in internal medicine
Howard University 1991Patient Reviews for Christopher Allen, M.D., FACC, FSCAI
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Doctor was very easy to talk to and was very good at including me in the solution
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Dr. Allen is always so friendly and kind! The man never has a bad day!
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He would say something just opposite of what I had told him.
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Dr Allen is a credit to the establishment.
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The staff was amazing & Dr Allen also was very professional, knowledgeable & answered every question.
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Doctor C ALLEN had sincere concern about my problems, asked questions about my health and answered all my questions. The Doctor took time to go over my list of the health products, diet and supplements and gave me advice. Doctor ALLEN covered all my issues about my health. The doctor is a very friendly person, relaxing and encourage to my worries about my situation about my hearth and cardiovascular conditions. I felt reinforced to continue my self care and maintain my positive lifestyle. Doctor C. Allen is a very wonderful doctor and I am fortunate to benefit from his professionalism and his real concern to help me. Thank you so much Doctor ALLEN.
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Dr. Allen answered all of my questions thoroughly and devoted his full attention to my concerns. I feel fortunate to have Dr. Allen as my cardiologist.
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Awesome.
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I cannot express how much I appreciate Dr. Allen's character, care, manner, and medical advice that I can comprehend. I left the office feeling no qualms regarding my health condition that brings me to the Heart Institute.
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I liked him. He was very nice and took the time to listen to me.
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I was so impressed by Dr AllenHe was very kind and attentiveDressed and acted very professional
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This was my 1st appointment with Dr. Allen. As with his assistants, he was concerned, considerate & professional. I feel confident my healthcare is in excellent hands.
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Dr. Allen is a n outstanding listener and communicator. He has won me over (and I am a difficult "sell").
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Very pleased with the whole visit
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The doctor is very personable. I enjoyed talking with him. It was like talking to a friend.
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Dr Allen was wonderful
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Doctor C Allen is very helpful and understanding
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Again, Dr Allen was awesome!
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Doctor was very informative
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I LOVE Dr Allen.
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I have already started telling everyone how awesome all the people in this office are.
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Extremely satisfied with Dr. Allen
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We were completely reassured and more than confident in the assessment made of my symptoms
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He is a VERY personable doctor. He knows his patients and talks well with them. He is a great physician.
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He is so easy to talk to and takes kidding in stride
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Dr. ALLEN was very informative and professional. listened very well. Explained the next procedure.
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Dr. Allen was very professional and thoroughly explained my condition and what to expect next. Very nice and friendly.
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Dr. Allen was extremely attentive and helpful. He reviewed my labwork and diagnostic tests from my ER visit the night prior to my appointment. My husband Is an administrator at Hillcrest Claremore and also a patient of Dr. Sandler. He reached out to Dr. Alan to make him aware of my situation and they were able to work me in the next day so we were very pleased.
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I really appreciated how Dr Allen spoke a little slower so I could understand him.
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Dr. Allen was very patient and listened to us about health issues. We never felt hurried.
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Dr very thorough with answers and any questions presented
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Dr Allen took time to ensure I understood eveything.
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Dr. Allen was very friendly and knowledgeable.
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Dr. Allen and his staff have been extremely helpful, informative, professional and caring.
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Dr. Allen was great. He had researched my information, was very knowledgeable and knew the issues, and has great manner to make you feel at ease
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Dr.Allen is someone I would absolutely recommend. Very sincere and a doctor that I felt genuinely cared. He explained things to me in a way I could understand and listened to any of my concerns. 10 out of 10 for sure.
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I felt very much included and before I could ask a question, it was addressed.
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The doctor and staff treat me like I am very important to them.
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Dr. Allen is excellent at explaining procedures and listening to any issues I may have. Tenae, was very helpful too
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Dr. Allen did an excellent job, asked questions, listened and responded appropriately.
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Dr Allen is so positive and encouraging!
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Dr. Allen is very skilled and caring.
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Dr Allen is awesome. I would highly recommend him
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I really liked his bed side manner.
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Dr Allen is an outstanding physician, I will be recommending him highly to everyone.
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The Man upstairs blessed me with giving my care to Doctor Christopher Allen. He IS Perfect for me. He's a WONDERFUL Doctor. I hope I go thru my journey of getting healthy with only Dr Allen. I don't want anyone else, although that might be the case, I hope not. I left with no worries. Thank him for me.
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Dr. Allen did an very thorough and clear explanation about my concerns, about the test results, and about the ways to improve my cardiac care. His explanations were easy to understand and helped me to recognize ways that I could change in order to improve my cardiac care. I am very appreciative of Dr. Allen and his staff and highly recommend them.
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No complaints. I was listened to and was answered. I understood, and they explained to me things that I did not even know was going on. Dr. Allen is an excellent doctor.
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Dr. Christopher listens to all my symptoms. Was very concerned with what I had to say. He did not make me feel like I was wasting his time and he did not hurry me through the visit. I was very pleased with him. I would highly recommend him.
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Doctor explained my condition where my past doctor had failed to explain results from past tests.
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This was my first visit to this doctor. Would prefer a different cardiologist if needed next time.
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The doctor was bad at explaining and listening. He didn't like my questions. This was the worst experience with a healthcare professional in my life.
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I like Dr. Allen.
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Very impressed with the care I get here!
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New patient. Took time to find out my concerns.
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He was definitely not listening.
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I was very impressed by and pleased with Dr. Allen.
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Very personable treatment
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Answered all questions with clarity and in a positive manner