Independence Health System Welcomes Dr. James D’Antonio to its Cardiovascular team in Butler and Clarion

BUTLER, Pa., Oct. 10, 2025 – Independence Health System today announced the addition of James D’Antonio, MD, FSCAI, RPVI, to its cardiovascular team at Butler Memorial and Clarion hospitals.

A native of western Pennsylvania, Dr. D’Antonio brings more than 20 years of experience in cardiovascular medicine. His expertise includes cardiology, complex coronary interventions, Impella device placement, vascular medicine, endovascular treatment of peripheral arterial disease, wound care and critical care management. He is board-certified in interventional cardiology, cardiovascular disease and vascular medicine.

“I’m excited to return to western Pennsylvania and collaborate with the highly skilled team of physicians at Independence Health System,” said Dr. D’Antonio. “Delivering personalized care through cross-disciplinary teamwork is essential to achieving the best outcomes for our patients. I ‘m proud to join a team that shares this commitment.”

Dr. D’Antonio earned his medical degree from Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine, graduating summa cum laude. He completed his internship and residency in internal medicine at Massachusetts General Hospital, followed by a cardiology fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. He also completed advanced training in coronary and peripheral interventional procedures at Western Pennsylvania Hospital.

Dr. D’Antonio is now accepting new patients in Butler and Clarion. To schedule an appointment or learn more, call 866-620-6761.

For additional information about Independence Health System’s award-winning cardiology services, visit www.independence.health.

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Nationally recognized for quality care, Independence Health System comprises Butler Memorial, Clarion, Frick, Latrobe and Westmoreland Hospitals with a combined bed count of 925. With more than 1,000 physicians and advanced practice providers and nearly 7,000 employees, the System is the third largest in western Pennsylvania serving a population base of 750,000 in a footprint spanning more than 10 counties.

The System includes tertiary programs rated among America’s best for cardiac care and surgery, earning accolades from a number of prestigious outlets and organizations. Locally owned and locally controlled, Independence Health System offers its patients low-cost, high-quality care across the care spectrum in such specialties as cardiology, cardiovascular and thoracic surgery, orthopedics and sports medicine, minimally invasive and robotic surgery, women’s health and obstetrics, emergency medicine, behavioral health and primary care. Its network of outpatient centers sees more than 1.2 million visits annually. The homecare division further supports patients at all stages of life with home health and hospice services. Learn more at www.independence.health