Dr. Peter McCullough

Overview of Dr. Peter McCullough

Brief Introduction: Dr. Peter McCullough

Dr. Peter A. McCullough is a board-certified Cardiologist and internist practicing at his private practice, Peter A. McCullough MD, MPH, PLLC, in Dallas, Texas. He earned his Doctor of Medicine from UT Southwestern Medical Center, completed his residency at the University of Washington Medical Center in Seattle, received fellowship training in Cardiovascular Disease at Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine, and holds a Master’s in Public Health from the University of Michigan.

Dr. McCullough is one of the most published cardiologists in the United States, with over 100 peer-reviewed publications on a wide range of topics — including coronary artery disease, heart failure, and the pathophysiology of COVID-19 — cited in the National Library of Medicine. He has received multiple national recognitions including the Defender of Freedom Award, Humanitarian Physician of the Year, and the Shining Scalpel Award from the Association of American Physicians and Surgeons.

His clinical practice focuses on complex cardiovascular conditions including coronary artery disease, atrial fibrillation, heart failure, valvular disease, and post-COVID long-pandemic syndromes, and he sees patients from across the world. He is a member of the Association of American Physicians and Surgeons and is a prominent voice in medical media and through his widely read FOCAL POINTS Substack publication.

Education & Training

Medical School: UT Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, TX — Doctor of Medicine

Residency: University of Washington Medical Center (UW Medical Center – Montlake), Seattle

Fellowship: Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine — Cardiovascular Disease

Master’s Degree: University of Michigan — Master’s in Public Health (MPH)

Certificate: Southern Methodist University — Certificate (additional specialty training)

Board Certification: National Board of Physicians and Surgeons

Professional Membership: Association of American Physicians and Surgeons

Awards: Defender of Freedom Award (2021); Humanitarian Physician of the Year (2021); Shining Scalpel Award (2023); Carlton Lee Award (2023); Champion of Freedom (2024)

Areas of Expertise

• Coronary artery disease diagnosis and management
• Heart failure evaluation and treatment
• Atrial fibrillation and arrhythmia management
• Heart valve disorders including mitral and aortic valve disease
• Chronic high blood pressure and hypertension management
• High cholesterol and lipid disorder management
• Post-COVID and long-pandemic syndrome evaluation and treatment
• Cardiac stress testing, echocardiograms, and EKG interpretation
• Preventive cardiology and cardiovascular risk reduction

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: What does Dr. McCullough specialize in?

A: Dr. McCullough specializes in cardiology with expertise in coronary artery disease, heart failure, atrial fibrillation, valvular disorders, and post-COVID/long-pandemic syndromes.

Q: Where did Dr. McCullough train?

A: He trained at UT Southwestern (MD), UW Medical Center (residency), Oakland University William Beaumont (cardiology fellowship), and the University of Michigan (MPH).

Q: How many publications does Dr. McCullough have?

A: He has over 100 peer-reviewed publications cited in the National Library of Medicine.

Q: Does Dr. McCullough see patients with post-COVID symptoms?

A: Yes, Dr. McCullough specializes in treating patients suffering from long-pandemic syndromes and post-COVID sequelae.

Q: How can I book an appointment?

A: Appointments can be arranged through his practice at 6320 LBJ Fwy, Suite 221, Dallas, TX 75240.