Dr. Nita Doshi, Pediatric Cardiology
Nita Doshi, MD
is on staff at
CHOC Hospital Orange | CHOC Mission Hospital
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Cardiology Referrals
Physicians can refer patients to CHOC through our eCeptionist Referral Portal.
Dr. Nita Doshi specializes in non-invasive cardiology, including transthoracic, transesophageal, and fetal cardiology. She is board certified in pediatric cardiology and general pediatrics. She serves as the Medical Director of the CHOC Fetal Cardiology program, California Children’s Services Special Care Center for Cardiology, and the Cardiac High-Risk Interstage Program. She has a specialized focus on multi-disciplinary care that aims to optimize short- and long-term outcomes of patients with complex congenital heart disease, through development of collaborative care teams from the prenatal period through adolescence.
Dr. Doshi received her medical degree from the University of California, Irvine School of Medicine. She completed her Pediatric Internship and Residency at UCLA Mattel Children’s Hospital Los Angeles, California. She completed her fellowship training in Pediatric Cardiology at UCLA Mattel Children’s Hospital, Los Angeles, California.
Locations
CHOC Specialists, Cardiology
505 S. Main Street, Suite 600
Orange, CA 92868
phone: 714-509-3939
fax: 714-509-3949
CHOC Clinic
1201 W. La Veta Ave.
Building: CHOC Clinic
Orange, California 92868
Irvine Pediatrics
16300 Sand Canyon Ave, Suite 811
Irvine, CA 92618
Education
- Pediatric Cardiology Fellowship
University of California at Los Angeles Mattel Children’s Hospital School of Medicine, Los Angeles, CA - Categorical Pediatrics Residency
University of California at Los Angeles Mattel Children’s Hospital School of Medicine, Los Angeles, CA - Pediatric Residency Internship
University of California at Los Angeles Mattel Children’s Hospital School of Medicine, Los Angeles, CA - Medical School
University of California Irvine College of Medicine, Irvine, CA
Administrative Appointments
- Cardiology, CHOC Specialists
Academic Appointments
- Assistant Clinical Professor
University of California, Irvine, School of Medicine
Our cardiologists commonly treat:
- Congenital heart defects
- Chest pain
- Heart murmur
- Family history of heart disease
- Hypertension, obesity and lipid management
- Syncope and palpitations
- Sports cardiology
- Cardiac genetics
- Cardiomyopathy
- Chronic lung disease
Publications
Doshi, N, Franco, V, Chang, A, and Lipshultz, S. Chapter 7: Cardiovascular System. In: Mucci GA, Torno LR. Handbook of Long-Term Care of the Childhood Cancer Survivor. 2014; Book Chapter.
Videos
Pediatric cardiologist Dr. Nita Doshi discusses heart murmurs in children and teens, and when to see a cardiologist.
Pediatric cardiologist Dr. Nita Doshi explains when and how to have your unborn baby’s heart evaluated in a high-risk pregnancy, or for a suspected abnormality.
Health Stories
Heart / Cardiology
A heartbeat of hope: Meyer’s miracle year
After Meyer Dodd was diagnosed with a critical heart condition, his first year of life was filled with uncertainty, medical challenges, and remarkable strength.
CHOC Health
Heart / Cardiology
Resilience and wonder mark heart-transplant patient Olivia’s journey
Born with a rare congenital heart defect, Olivia’s family and care team remained strong during her long medical journey. Today, she’s a vibrant almost-7-year-old.
CHOC Health
Heart / Cardiology
CHOC throws surprise kindergarten graduation party for ‘incredible heart hero’
Born with a rare heart defect, patient Ethan missed his kindergarten graduation so the CHOC team brought the celebration to him.
CHOC Health