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James J. Starc, MD

About James J. Starc, MD

Titles

Attending Cardiologist

Certifications

Pediatric Cardiology – American Board of Pediatrics

Pediatrics – American Board of Pediatrics

Awards and Honors

2015, Best Oral Presentation, Heart Institute Research Retreat
2004, Phi Beta Kappa
2004, Graham Prize for excellence in natural science

Leadership and Memberships

Memberships in Professional Organizations

2015-present, Society for Cardiovascular Magnetic Resonance
2015-present, Society for Cardiovascular Magnetic Resonance
2015-present, American Heart Association
2014-present, American College of Cardiology

Education & training

Medical Degree

MD - Mount Sinai School of Medicine, New York, NY

Internship

Pediatrics - Mount Sinai Medical Center, New York, NY

Residency

Pediatrics - Mount Sinai Medical Center, New York, NY

Fellowship

Pediatric Cardiology - Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center. Cincinnati, OH
Advanced Fellowship in Congenital Cardiac Imaging - Mount Sinai Medical Center. New York, NY

Team affiliations

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Publications

Publications

2020

Do-Nguyen CC, Kilcoyne MF, Stevens RM, Starc JJ, Madan N, Mahan V, Mesia CI, Moulick A. Adult congenital pulmonary valve insertion using a new bioprosthetic aortic valve Inspiris. Clin Case Rep. 2020;8:1034-1038.

2017

Starc JJ, Moore RM, Villa CR, Jefferies JL, Taylor MD. Elevated Myocardial Extracellular Volume Fraction in Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy. Pediatr Cardiol. (2017) 38:1485.

Lectures by Invitation

2021

Starc JJ. Point of Care Echocardiography in the ICU and ER.  St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children 5th Annual Pediatric Update: Heart Care for the Young. From Fetus to Young Adult with Acquired and Congenital Heart Disease. Philadelphia, PA. Local. December 17, 2021.

2020

Starc JJ. Echocardiography in the ED and ICU.  St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children 4th Annual Pediatric Update: Heart Care for the Young. From Fetus to Young Adult with Acquired and Congenital Heart Disease. Philadelphia, PA. Local. October 23, 2020.

Patient experience rating

(based on 131 submissions)

  • Provider listened carefully
    4.8 of 5
  • Trust provider with care
    4.8 of 5
  • Provider gave enough info about child's health
    4.8 of 5
  • Would recommend the provider
    4.8 of 5
Learn about the patient experience rating system

Comments

  • Dr. Starc and nursing staff were so caring and thorough!

    5 of 5
    Aug 24, 2026
  • Dr. Starc is an extremely kind and understanding professional, and we felt very comfortable in his office. Every time we go there, it's always a relief after we leave, after seeing Dr. Starc. He's been great, and we are going to continue to use him in the future.

    5 of 5
    Aug 06, 2026
  • He was timely, he was thorough, we have a sensitive family history and he was very caring and understanding and really showed a lot of compassion to my family and really made a nice effort to connect with my children.

    5 of 5
    Jul 16, 2026
  • Dr. Starc is exceptional in every way. Wonderful bedside manner. Kind and patient. Explained everything very clearly. Took his time with us. I can't say enough good things about him. Thank you!

    5 of 5
    Jul 08, 2026
  • Warm, mellow, answered all my questions

    5 of 5
    Jun 05, 2026
  • Mr starc is very good doctor. He explains everything patiently and confidently

    5 of 5
    Jun 04, 2026
  • He was very kind and friendly. He made my son feel comfortable. I appreciated how thorough he was in during the exam and in the explanation of his findings. I felt confident leaving the facility that we got all the answers we needed.

    5 of 5
    Jun 02, 2026
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About the Patient Experience Rating System

The patient experience rating is an average of all responses to the care provider-related questions from surveys submitted by patient families and verified by our survey partner National Research Corporation (NRC Health), an independent company that specializes in patient experience. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question. Responses are measured using percent positive scoring. Percent positive is the percentage of respondents who answered with the most desirable response. We are committed to transparency and sharing the voices of our patients and families. Comments are reviewed before posting to ensure accuracy, privacy, and relevance. To provide meaningful feedback, comments are displayed on provider profiles once a sufficient number have been received. All feedback is also shared internally to support learning, recognition, and continuous improvement. The comments reflect the experiences and perspectives of the patients and families who submitted them. The comments are not endorsed by and do not reflect the views of Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia.

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