As a board-certified cardiologist, Dr. Robert Sturm
specializes in interventional cardiology, using specialized
techniques to diagnose and treat coronary artery
disease, vascular disease, structural heart disease and
congenital heart defects. He has a special interest in
cardiogenic shock and mechanical circulatory support.
With an undergraduate degree in engineering, Dr. Sturm
finds interventional cardiology to be the perfect mix of
structural design and helping people. He stays current
in this rapidly evolving field, where state-of-the-art
diagnostic and therapeutic care helps patients feel
better and live longer. Dr. Sturm emphasizes patientcentered
decision making, providing the information
needed to empower them to make the choice is right
for their lifestyles. He believes in finding the best mix
of medications and procedures to provide optimum
outcomes. He encourages everyone to exercise daily to
live longer and happier lives.
A native of Cincinnati’s west side, Dr. Sturm and his wife
have three children. He enjoys endurance athletics –
swimming, biking, running – and participates in Ironman
competitions and marathons.
Practice Focus
• Angioplasty/PCI
• Atherectomy
• Chronic Total Occlusion (CTO)
• Myocardial biopsy
• Resistant hypertension
• Rotablator
• Cardiogenic shock
• Mechanical circulatory support