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Robert S. Bear, DO

Robert S. Bear, DO

FACC

Preventive Cardiology, General Cardiology

Partner

About

Dr. Robert Bear is a board-certified cardiologist and a partner at Peak Heart & Vascular, with over 25 years of experience in diagnosing and treating a broad spectrum of cardiovascular conditions, including hypertension, lipid disorders, congestive heart failure, coronary artery disease, and cardiac arrhythmias.

In addition to general cardiology, Dr. Bear specializes in preventive cardiology, focusing on both primary prevention (avoiding cardiovascular events in asymptomatic patients) and secondary prevention (preventing recurrent events). Leveraging advanced technology, software, and diagnostic tools like lab and imaging studies, he identifies high-risk patients and recommends tailored lifestyle modifications and medications to lower their risk of future heart problems.

Dr. Bear earned his medical degree from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1985. He completed his internal medicine residency at Kennedy Memorial Hospital University Medical Center in Stratford, New Jersey, followed by a cardiology fellowship at Chicago Osteopathic Medical Center. He further specialized with an interventional cardiology fellowship at the University of Virginia Medical Center. Dr. Bear is board-certified in both internal medicine and cardiology.

Dr. Bear’s mission is to provide exceptional care, helping his patients stay healthy and lead fulfilling lives.

Education & Training

  • Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, 1985
  • Internal Medicine Residency, Kennedy Memorial Hospital
  • Cardiovascular Disease Fellowship, Chicago Osteopathic Medical Center
  • Interventional Cardiology Fellowship

Board Certifications

  • American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine
  • American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine, Cardiology

Special Recognitions

  • Johns Hopkins University “Housestaff GIM Research Award”
  • AAPI “Most Distinguished Resident Physician Award,” 2006

Professional Appointments & Memberships

  • Fellow of the American College of Cardiology
  • American Osteopathic Association
  • Director of the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory
  • Committee Service including Utilization Review and Critical Care

Patient Reviews

  • Dr Bear listened to me, explained blood tests results in language I understood. He even explained results from other doctor’s tests. He addressed all my concerns. Most importantly, I did not feel rushed

    Winifred Walker

    5 out of 5 starslast week

  • My first visit with Dr Bear and loved his straight forward people connection. Finally a doctor with a personality and connection! He is on my 3"best" out of 5 doctors I have!! I did not feel like a number!! Thank you Dr Bear!! All the staff are good too! 😎

    Dmama S

    5 out of 5 starslast week

  • As a new patient, intake was on time and efficient. Medical assistants were thorough and pleasant during my interview and evaluation. Dr. Bear was super thorough and thoughtful in his evaluation. He established a plan for future care that was smart. I highly recommend Peak and Dr. Bear.

    Frank Callaghan

    5 out of 5 stars2 weeks ago

  • I like Dr Bear, his personality hit it right off with me!.All the staff is very nice, friendly and professional.....

    Dorthea Randle

    5 out of 5 stars3 weeks ago

  • We followed Dr Bear from a previous practice. Since then we have two additional doctors and some phenomenal PA's. Every surgery that my husband has had and he has many have had positive outcomes because of the skilled staff at peak heart and vascular. We would never go anywhere else.

    Debbie Gribauskas

    5 out of 5 stars3 weeks ago

  • Dr Bear was very patient and professional. I needed a Cardio Clearance for hip surgery.

    Marie Flaig

    5 out of 5 stars3 weeks ago

  • I have been seen at Peak Heart and Vascular since I moved to Arizona 2022. Dr. Robert Bear has taken excellent care of me and my fluctuating issues. Testing when appropriate and medication management based on my current needs. He is extremely thorough and is so caring also. I have also seen Dr Smith yearly to evaluate vascular . I love this practice, in addition to the doctors getting an A+ rating the staff is also excellent. I highly recommend based on my variety of issues that has been dealt with. Thank goodness I am seeing Dr. Bear, he is great.

    Marjorie Wass

    5 out of 5 stars3 weeks ago

  • My New Patient Appt with Dr Bear was outstanding. He listened to me intently and made good recommendations. My second Appt was for a Stress Test and the Technicians were also outstanding.

    RAA USMC

    5 out of 5 starslast month

  • I really like Dr Bear he is down to earth. The staff is polite plus they had me in at my appt time. No sitting and waiting.

    Robert Rhea

    5 out of 5 starslast month

  • Dr. Bear and his staff were very friendly and polite. I’m pretty hard of hearing and they were all patient with me, making sure I understood all that was said. Dr. Bear was thorough with his explanations and made sure to answer any questions I had.

    Sandra Baldin

    5 out of 5 starslast month

  • I like Dr Bear, his personality hit it right off with me!

    Dorthea Randle

    5 out of 5 starslast month

  • Dr Bear is excellent and compassionate and his team is very helpful. We love him as a Doctor

    L B

    5 out of 5 starslast month

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