
James Oware Ampadu, MD
Heart FailureCardiology
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adults
Languages
- English
Gender
MaleAbout James Oware Ampadu
James Ampadu, MD, is a cardiologist with special interests including cardiogenic shock management-temporary and durable, left ventricular device therapies and extracorporeal membrane oxygenation, racial disparities within cardiology, heart failure and cognition, cardiac amyloidosis, and reducing heart failure readmissions.
Dr. Ampadu earned his medical degree from the University of Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria. He completed a residency in internal medicine at the Saint Louis University School of Medicine, St. Louis, Missouri. He also completed a fellowship in cardiovascular diseases at the Saint Louis University School of Medicine in St. Louis, Missouri and a fellowship in advanced heart failure and transplant cardiology at the University of California in San Diego.
Dr. Ampadu is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine in the following two areas: internal medicine and cardiovascular disease.
Dr. Ampadu is a member in the following professional associations: American College of Cardiology, American College of Physicians, American Medical Association, and the Heart Failure Society of America.
Publications
In The News
Tips for preventing heart disease
What you need to know about high blood pressure
Heart failure: The signs and symptoms you shouldn't ignore
What to do if you have a family history of heart disease
Consejos para prevenir enfermedades del corazon
Busting 7 common heart disease myths
How is heart failure treated
Video
Locations
- Prisma Health Cardiology – Newberry
- 1830 Pondfield Road, Suite A1, Newberry, SC 29108
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- phone: 803-434-3800
- fax: 803-774-0230
- Prisma Health Cardiology–Northeast Medical Park
- 1120 Roberts Branch Parkway, Suite 300, Columbia, SC 29203
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- phone: 803-434-3800
- fax: 803-933-3037
- Prisma Health Advanced Heart Health Center
- 6 Medical Park Dr, Suite 2100, Columbia, SC 29203
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- phone: 803-434-2762
- fax: 803-434-2713
- Prisma Health Cardiology – Sumter
- 100 North Sumter Street, Suite 202, Sumter, SC 29150
- Get Directions
- phone: 803-434-3800
- fax: 803-933-3012
- Prisma Health Cardiology – Sumter
- 100 North Sumter Street, Suite 202, Sumter, SC 29150
- Get Directions
- phone: 803-434-3800
- fax: 803-933-3012
- PH Medical Office Building Sunset – Cardiology
- 5336 Sunset Boulevard, Suite A, Lexington, SC 29072
- Get Directions
- phone: 803-434-3800
- fax: 803-771-7422
Expertise
Education
- Medical School: University of Illinois at Peoria-College of Medicine
- Fellowship: University of California Medical Center San Diego, Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology
- Fellowship: St. Louis University Hospital, Cardiovascular Disease
- Residency: St. Louis University Hospital, Internal Medicine
Board Certifications
- Internal Medicine: American Board of Internal Medicine
- Cardiovascular Disease: American Board of Internal Medicine
- Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology: American Board of Internal Medicine
Insurance
- Absolute Total Care - Ambetter
- Absolute Total Care (Centene)
- Aetna
- Aetna Medicare
- Allwell Medicare - Absolute Total Care
- BCBS
- BCBS Blue Essentials
- BCBS PPC
- BCBSSC Blue Reedy Exchange Product (Upstate)
- BCBSSC State Health Plan (PEBA)
- BlueChoice Health Plan
- BlueChoice Medicaid - Healthy Blue
- BlueChoiceMyChoice Advantage
- Carelon Behavioral Health
- Cigna
- Cigna Medicare
- Companion Benefit Alternatives
- CorVel Workers Compensation
- Evernorth Behavioral Health
- FirstHealth (Aetna)
- Healthy Connections
- Humana - Healthy Horizons
- Humana Choice Care
- Humana Medicare
- Liberty Advantage
- Logistics Health
- Magellan
- MedCost
- Medicare (Traditional Fee-for-Service)
- Molina
- Molina Medicaid
- Multiplan/PHCS
- NHC Advantage
- Optum Behavioral Health
- Promise Health Plan
- SC Medicaid Healthy Connections
- Select Health Medicare
- Select Heath (First Choice)
- Spectera
- TriCare
- UnitedHealthcare Medicare Advantage
- Veterans Affairs Community Care Network - VACCN
- Wellcare (Centene)
Ratings & Reviews
4.7 out of 5
386 ratings, 55 reviewsThe Patient Satisfaction Rating is derived from patient surveys based on the likelihood to recommend this provider’s office.
- 3 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/23/2026
My concerns were not addressed to my satisfaction. Instead of this office helping me, 8 had to go elsewhere to get what I needed even though I contacted them repeatedly. I feel like addressing my concerns resulted in 3xcuses that helps no one. I'm very disappointed in the service I received
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/21/2026
They were great. They addressed all my issues
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/13/2026
I trust my doctor whole heartedly!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/13/2026
Everyone was pleasant and friendly!
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/1/2026
More efficient parking I had to drive around 35 minutes trying to find a place to park ! The Concierge's were backed up they couldn't park anymore cars the parking garage was full I was very upset I have been coming here for years and I have never had this kind of experience. The staff inside could not tell me what to do the staff outside said I could not leave my car to go sign in so I was left to keep riding around until someone left.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/15/2026
Everything was fine
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/11/2026
Staff is very professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/15/2026
I was very pleased with my visit and have no father comments at this time. Please keep up the great work. Thanks!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/9/2026
You've Went Above The Call Of Duty, I Appreciate How Everyone Work Together In Unity. Thank You I'm Very Much So Pleased With My Doctor And His Care Team.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/8/2026
You'll did good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/7/2026
nothing else.I had full respect n courtesy That could be given.Everyone was very Nice and respective to me..
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/3/2026
My visit was excellent. concerned friendly caring people took care of me
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/21/2025
Fantastic care
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/21/2025
Less new people on treatment team.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/19/2025
Thank you
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/18/2025
Everything was great.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/19/2025
Every thing I stated I was very impressed. Thanks
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/5/2025
great people! everything is just fine
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/4/2025
Everything went well with my our first visit continue to keep up the good work.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/24/2025
Absolutely nothing else . I was very happy
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/16/2025
Service was great! No additional recommendations.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/13/2025
Keep doing what you do
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/6/2025
Very good visit.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/31/2025
Everything was well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/25/2025
my visit was without any problems.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/24/2025
I simply cannot think of anything at this time. Everyone was very courteous & professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/13/2025
Great customer service and provider care!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/12/2025
I'm really glad that I have Dr. James os my provider
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/29/2025
They treated me like I was supposed to be treated . They showed me love I no I'm in good hands thank y'all so much
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/24/2025
Teaching the nurse technician how to draw blood properly or not at all.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/23/2025
I love everyone there. All so friendly. Everything was explained to me in plain English. Everyone is always do pleasant.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/1/2025
Can't think of anything that needs to change.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/24/2025
Stay Just The Way You Are, Please Don't Change, Im Proud To Be Taken Care Of By Such A Great Team.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/24/2025
The medical staff are new and did their best I think.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/17/2025
A little more communication between doctor and myself about what is wrong and I'm how are going to correct what is wrong.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/17/2025
Y'all are the best
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/4/2025
Everything went well nothing bad at all just need help getting medicine lower at Walmart the price was out of sight I cannot afford $800 for one bottle of medicine that all have a wonderful day
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/6/2025
I don't have any complaints. The staff is very, very courteous and good bedside manners and professionalism. I really feel safe and wanted when I go there. Good bedside manners and whatever y'all doing, keep up the good work. I have nothing bad to say about nothing and nobody. Great experience, great job. Thank you.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/2/2025
Keep doing what you:re doing
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/28/2025
I had a great visit with my doctor!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/9/2025
I was very satisfied with my visit,and the staff!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/4/2025
All was okay
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/21/2025
Everything was fine! The Doctor and staff was very understanding! I feel very comfortable with everyone!
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/21/2025
You guys have all my support and trust. It's one thing, everything we spoke about due to email. Everybody's all up on the same level. Besides that, everyone's great. Thank you.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/12/2025
The nurse who took my vitals wasn't friendly or cordial at all.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/8/2025
Outstanding nurses and Doctor. I received and have always received great care from these people. Don't change a thing!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/7/2025
Continue with the excellent work.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/4/2025
Heart conditions seem complex to us although routine to staff, so maybe they could share a little more information, detail with us.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/3/2025
The visit was perfect
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/31/2025
Just keep doing a outstanding job that you are doing.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/31/2025
Dr Ampadu has literally saved my life and is the best Dr I've ever had. He is also knowledgeable in other areas of the body besides my heart. He also cares about my personal well-being and my mental health. His nurses are the same.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/11/2025
I have had several of these echocarogram appointment and I have always been treated well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/8/2025
Nothing. Everything was done thoroughly and professionally.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/3/2025
I cannot think of any other support that could be offered at this time
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/25/2025
Keep being very professional and caring that they are doing. They all are awesome.