4.2
6 Ratings with 1 written Review
Summary
Dr. Carl Backer specializes in cardiovascular disease, bringing nearly five decades of medical expertise to patient care. They graduated from Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine and completed residency training at McGaw Medical Center at Northwestern University. With 46 years of experience treating heart conditions, Dr. Backer has developed extensive knowledge in complex cardiac care. They are fluent in both English and Spanish, helping them connect with diverse patient populations.
Dr. Backer practices at Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital in Cincinnati, Ohio. They focus on treating congenital heart disease and thoracic aortic aneurysms, conditions that require specialized cardiac expertise. Dr. Backer performs heart defect repairs and open heart defect surgeries to help patients with structural heart problems. Patients rate Dr. Backer 4.2 out of 5 stars for their care and expertise.
Dr. Backer practices at Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital in Cincinnati, Ohio. They focus on treating congenital heart disease and thoracic aortic aneurysms, conditions that require specialized cardiac expertise. Dr. Backer performs heart defect repairs and open heart defect surgeries to help patients with structural heart problems. Patients rate Dr. Backer 4.2 out of 5 stars for their care and expertise.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 46 years of experience
- 30 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English, Spanish
- Mc Gaw Medical Center Northwestern University
- 1 written review
- 2 specialties
- 35 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Location
Carl L. Backer
3333 Burnet AveCincinnati, OH 45229 Tel: (513) 636-4200
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Carl L. Backer, MD | Dr. Christopher Aldo Rinaldi | Dr. Seymour S Maze | Dr. Rachel Anne Beaupre |
| Cardiovascular Disease | Cardiovascular Disease | Cardiovascular Disease | Cardiovascular Disease |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | ||
| 46 Years of Experience | 36 Years of Experience | 53 Years of Experience | 10 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Spanish | |||
| Cincinnati , OH | Cincinnati , OH | Cincinnati , OH | Cincinnati , OH |
| Med School: Mayo Clinic Alix School Of Medicine | Med School: Kings College School Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Cape Town Faculty Of Health Sciences | Med School: Wayne State University School Of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Carl L. Backer
Medical Specialties
Carl L. Backer has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Carl L. Backer has the following 35 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
46 Years Experience
Carl L. Backer holds an expired medical license in the states of Ohio and Kentucky.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Ohio that expired in 2026 and an expired medical license in the state of Kentucky that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Mc Gaw Medical Center Northwestern University.
Medical School
Graduated from Mayo Clinic Alix School Of Medicine in 1980.
NPI Number
Carl L. Backer's NPI number is 1760477608.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Which hospitals is Carl Backer affiliated with?
- Carl Backer is affiliated with Ann And Robert H Lurie Childrens Hospital.
- Does Carl Backer accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Carl Backer accepts on their Vitals profile.
- Is Carl Backer accepting new patients?
- Carl Backer is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Carl Backer's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
- Does Carl Backer accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Carl Backer has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Where is Carl Backer's office located?
- Carl Backer's office is located at 3333 Burnet Ave, Cincinnati, OH, 45229.
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