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Hussein N. Yamani, MD, FACC, is an interventional cardiologist practicing at Healing Hearts Clinic in Conroe, The Woodlands, and Huntsville, Texas, who strives to provide comprehensive and compassionate cardiovascular care for his patients. He is a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology. After receiving his Bachelor of Arts from the Plan II Honors Program at the University of Texas at Austin, Dr. Yamani attended medical school at the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston, and completed his internship and residency in internal medicine at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston.
Dr. Yamani completed his cardiology fellowship at the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston and the Methodist DeBakey Heart & Vascular Center in Houston, followed by an interventional fellowship at the University of Utah, Salt Lake City. He is a leading cardiologist with particular interests in the treatment of coronary artery disease (myocardial infarctions or “heart attacks”, coronary stenosis or “blockages in the blood vessels of the heart”), peripheral artery disease (“blockages in the blood vessels of the legs"), congestive heart failure (CHF), arrhythmias (including atrial fibrillation, supraventricular tachycardia or SVT, ventricular tachycardia, etc.), strokes/carotid artery disease (“blockages in the arteries of the neck”), valvular heart disease (including aortic stenosis/regurgitation, mitral stenosis/regurgitation), hypertension (“high blood pressure”), and hyperlipidemia (“high cholesterol”). He understands that each patient is unique and encourages them to be actively involved in their care.
Dr. Yamani is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine in the subspecialty of cardiovascular disease and interventional cardiology. He has training and experience in stress testing (treadmill stress tests, nuclear stress tests, PET stress tests), echocardiography (“ultrasound of the heart”), vascular imaging (“ultrasounds of the arteries and veins”), cardiac CT and MRI, cardiac event monitoring, and the treatment of venous disease. He routinely performs: coronary angiograms and interventions as well as peripheral angiograms, heart assist device placement (including Impella), venous ablation for venous insufficiency and varicose veins, transesophageal echocardiograms, cardioversions, and loop recorder implants.
Dr. Yamani’s professional appointments include serving as the Chairman of the Cardiology Section and Cardiology Medical Director at HCA Houston Healthcare Conroe. Dr. Yamani has lived in The Woodlands since 2011 with his wife and three children and enjoys traveling and spending time with them in the great outdoors.
“The doctor was very thorough going over my medical history and even my parents medical history. He has ordered some tests to be done just to be on the safe side for me to have surgery. The nurses were super nice and friendly. Great office experience. ”
Dr. Hussein Yamani, MD
Cardiologist
116 Medical Park Lane
Suite A-2
Huntsville, TX 77340
4.71(7)
4.9
(11)
Dr. Arindam Banerjee, M D
Cardiologist 26.3 mi
4.9(11)
116 Medical Park Lane
Suite A-2
Huntsville, TX 77340
Arindam Banerjee, MD, is a board-certified interventional cardiologist at Healing Hearts Clinic in Conroe, The Woodlands, and Huntsville, Texas. Dr. Banerjee uses his extensive training to offer his patients compassionate and comprehensive cardiovascular care. He is happy to provide information and answer questions to ensure that his patients are well-informed about their condition and the treatment options available to them.
Dr. Banerjee earned his bachelor’s degree at Texas A&M University, then completed his medical degree and internal medicine residency at Texas A&M College of Medicine/Scott & White Memorial Hospital in Temple, Texas. He completed his Cardiovascular Diseases and Interventional Cardiology fellowships at the Ochsner Clinic in New Orleans, LA. He then completed an additional year of training at Ochsner in advanced, complex coronary interventions, peripheral vascular interventions, and structural heart procedures, including TAVR. He is considered a leader in the field of peripheral arterial interventions and routinely proctors doctors around the country on leading-edge technologies in the field.
Dr. Banerjee has partnered with exceptional wound care specialists, podiatrists, and primary care physicians in the area to lead a Limb Salvage Program. Codi Leggett, his nurse practitioner, assists in providing high-quality care for Dr. Banerjee's patients in the office and hospital settings.
Dr. Banerjee is a board member of College Park Heart and Vascular Lab. He also served as the Vice Chairman of Cardiology at Memorial Hermann The Woodlands. He is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine in the subspecialties of Cardiovascular Diseases and Interventional Cardiology.
Dr. Banerjee performs his procedures at all of the local affiliated hospitals and facilities. He is highly skilled at performing the following procedures: coronary angioplasty (including high-risk cases), heart assist devices (including Impella), peripheral arterial interventions, endovascular aortic aneurysm repairs, venous ablation for the treatment of venous insufficiency and varicose veins, pacemakers, and cardioversions.
Doctor Ekpete earned her medical degree at ATSU-Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine in Kirksville, Missouri. She further completed an internship at St. Anthony Hospital in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Next, she completed a residency at Wellington Regional Medical Center in Wellington, Florida. Finally, she completed her fellowship in cardiology at Medical City in Fort Worth, Texas. Additionally, she served as a medic in the U.S. Army before she attended medical school.
Patients 18 years of age and older can turn to Doctor Ekpete for a broad range of cardiovascular issues Additionally, she holds a board certification in internal medicine and cardiovascular diseases through the American osteopathic board of internal medicine. Her experience includes treating patients for various cardiovascular conditions, including shortness of breath, heart attacks, heart failure, palpitations, and chest pain. Yet her main clinical focus is on cardiovascular disease prevention.
Adnan Aslam, MD, FACC, FSCAI, is board certified in cardiovascular disease and interventional cardiology, and is also certified in certification board of nuclear cardiology. Practicing at Northwest Houston Heart Center, with locations in Tomball, Cypress, Magnolia, and The Woodlands, Texas, Dr. Aslam is committed to providing his patients with the highest quality heart and vascular care available.
With an extensive education background and specialized training in cardiovascular care, Dr. Aslam brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to patients seeking top-rated heart and vascular health care in the Northwest Houston area. Dr. Aslam studied under the direction of many of the nation’s most esteemed doctors while completing his internship and residency training at the University of Illinois College of Medicine and Tulane University School of Medicine. He continues to contribute to the advancement of medical education by authoring and co-authoring a number of scientific publications, presentations, and abstracts focused on cardiology.
He places a special focus on administering the latest diagnostics, state-of-the-art equipment, and treatment options with compassion and concern for each individual’s overall well-being. Dr. Aslam’s office is one of the only few centers in the Houston area equipped with an advanced cardiac PET scanner for the precise diagnosis of coronary artery disease, Cardiac PET scan is more accurate than traditional Nuclear Stress Test (SPECT Scan) done routinely by most of the cardiology practices. Dr. Aslam performs the latest interventional cardiology procedures for coronary and peripheral interventions, the latest treatments for vein disease, and pacemaker implantations for cardiac rhythm disorders
Aside from his practice, Dr. Aslam is often hand-selected to participate as an investigator in national cardiology trials, testing new therapies, and treatments. Dr. Aslam plays an active role in the advancement of health care delivery in the Northwest Houston area and was elected by his peers as President of the Medical Staff for the Tomball Regional Medical Center from 2013 to 2014. Dr. Aslam has been nominated as Houston Top Doc in Cardiology by H Texas Magazine for seven years.
Dr. Aslam is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine in the fields of internal medicine, adult cardiology, and interventional cardiology. He is certified by the Certification Board of Nuclear Cardiology. In addition, he is distinguished as a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology and the Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions.
Dr. Aslam is accepting new patients and takes Medicare and most private insurances. Please call the office or make an appointment online to establish care with Dr. Aslam and his team.
“Dr. Aslam was very informative and make sure I understood what would be the best course to my treatment. Made me feel very at ease. Service was fast and the overall staff was very friendly.”
Roy E. Norman, DO, is the newest cardiologist to join Northwest Houston Heart Center and is now accepting new patients at the clinic locations in Tomball, Cypress, Magnolia, and The Woodlands, Texas.
Born in Houston and raised in Caldwell, Dr. Norman is a native Texan. Dr. Norman earned his medical degree from the West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine in Lewisburg, West Virginia. He went on to complete his internship and internal medicine residency at Magnolia Regional Health Center in Corinth, Mississippi, where he served as chief resident. Afterward, he completed his cardiovascular fellowship at Corpus Christi Medical Center Bay Area in Texas as chief cardiology fellow.
Dr. Norman specializes in general and invasive cardiology, management of high blood pressure and high cholesterol, peripheral vascular procedures and disease management, pacemaker implant and monitoring, cardiac arrhythmia evaluation and management, preoperative cardiac clearance, nuclear cardiology, stress testing, and echocardiography. Dr. Norman performs complex peripheral arterial disease procedures to correct the blockages in the leg arteries to restore normal circulation. He also performs the full spectrum of vein disease treatments to maintain healthy leg circulation. He has a special interest in pacemaker implantations to correct heart rhythm disorders. Dr. Norman is passionate about patient care and enjoys taking care of his patients.
To schedule an appointment with Dr. Norman, call the office or book a consultation online today.
“Dr. Norman and his back office staff are phenomenal. This is the first time I have had a cardiologist that took time with me, made sure I understood and he told me things I’ve never heard before and answered questions that no one has ever given me answers to before. I finally feel like he’s a cardiologist who cares and is forthcoming. His back office staff is friendly and helpful. I am very happy to have found this practice.”
Jon-Cecil (JC) Walkes, MD, is certified by The American Board of Thoracic Surgery and has been in practice since 2003. He is a long standing member of The Society of Thoracic Surgeons. He sees patients at Texas Heart and Vein Multispecialty Group in Greater Heights, and Downtown, Houston, Texas.
Dr. Walkes has a long history of clinical excellence and previously served as an associate professor at the University of Texas Health Science Center and the director of the valve program at Memorial Hermann Heart & Vascular Institute – Texas Medical Center in Houston.
He attended Stanford University and graduated with honors in biology and humanities. Dr. Walkes then studied medicine at the University of California, Los Angeles, graduating with honors and his doctorate. After completing general surgery at Baylor University, he moved into the thoracic and cardiovascular residency at Baylor College of Medicine. While there, Dr. Walkes was a member of the Dr. Michael E. DeBakey Heart Team at Houston Methodist Hospital.
Dr. Walkes performs all types of adult cardiothoracic surgery and is nationally known for minimally invasive heart valve surgery. He helps train other surgeons and their teams in the area of minimally invasive valve surgery. Dr. Walkes is extensively published in the areas of valve surgery, cardiac tumor surgery, and cardiac trauma. He has an acute interest in limb salvage and has performed thousands of limb salvage surgeries to help patients heal wounds in the lower extremities.
Humayun Naqvi, MD, MBA, FACC at West Houston Heart Center in Houston, Texas, provides outstanding cardiology care for residents throughout Harris County and other nearby communities. Although Dr. Naqvi is a skilled cardiologist with extensive experience treating heart disease, he prefers to pursue prevention whenever possible.
Dr. Naqvi grew up in Katy, Texas, and has lived most of his life in Houston. He completed his medical training at Texas A&M Health Science Center School of Medicine and his internal medicine residency at the University of Texas at Houston.
During his residency program, Dr. Naqvi worked extensively with several specialists at the highly esteemed Texas Medical Center. He then completed his cardiology training at the University of Texas at San Antonio, developing a vast array of skills required to treat and prevent cardiac disease.
During his training, Dr. Naqvi developed a heart for preventing rather than only treating heart disease. He also recognized that many patients feel forgotten and even ignored during their experiences with the nation’s healthcare system. He has since made it his mission to create a practice that allows him quality time with every patient as he helps them conquer the challenges of heart disease.
His preventive cardiology strategies include ongoing support that creates a lifetime professional relationship with men and women seeking to live their healthiest life while receiving the personalized care they require.
Jon-Cecil (JC) Walkes, MD, is certified by The American Board of Thoracic Surgery and has been in practice since 2003. He is a long standing member of The Society of Thoracic Surgeons. He sees patients at Texas Heart and Vein Multispecialty Group in Greater Heights, and Downtown, Houston, Texas.
Dr. Walkes has a long history of clinical excellence and previously served as an associate professor at the University of Texas Health Science Center and the director of the valve program at Memorial Hermann Heart & Vascular Institute – Texas Medical Center in Houston.
He attended Stanford University and graduated with honors in biology and humanities. Dr. Walkes then studied medicine at the University of California, Los Angeles, graduating with honors and his doctorate. After completing general surgery at Baylor University, he moved into the thoracic and cardiovascular residency at Baylor College of Medicine. While there, Dr. Walkes was a member of the Dr. Michael E. DeBakey Heart Team at Houston Methodist Hospital.
Dr. Walkes performs all types of adult cardiothoracic surgery and is nationally known for minimally invasive heart valve surgery. He helps train other surgeons and their teams in the area of minimally invasive valve surgery. Dr. Walkes is extensively published in the areas of valve surgery, cardiac tumor surgery, and cardiac trauma. He has an acute interest in limb salvage and has performed thousands of limb salvage surgeries to help patients heal wounds in the lower extremities.
Roy E. Norman, DO, is the newest cardiologist to join Northwest Houston Heart Center and is now accepting new patients at the clinic locations in Tomball, Cypress, Magnolia, and The Woodlands, Texas.
Born in Houston and raised in Caldwell, Dr. Norman is a native Texan. Dr. Norman earned his medical degree from the West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine in Lewisburg, West Virginia. He went on to complete his internship and internal medicine residency at Magnolia Regional Health Center in Corinth, Mississippi, where he served as chief resident. Afterward, he completed his cardiovascular fellowship at Corpus Christi Medical Center Bay Area in Texas as chief cardiology fellow.
Dr. Norman specializes in general and invasive cardiology, management of high blood pressure and high cholesterol, peripheral vascular procedures and disease management, pacemaker implant and monitoring, cardiac arrhythmia evaluation and management, preoperative cardiac clearance, nuclear cardiology, stress testing, and echocardiography. Dr. Norman performs complex peripheral arterial disease procedures to correct the blockages in the leg arteries to restore normal circulation. He also performs the full spectrum of vein disease treatments to maintain healthy leg circulation. He has a special interest in pacemaker implantations to correct heart rhythm disorders. Dr. Norman is passionate about patient care and enjoys taking care of his patients.
To schedule an appointment with Dr. Norman, call the office or book a consultation online today.
“Dr. Norman and his back office staff are phenomenal. This is the first time I have had a cardiologist that took time with me, made sure I understood and he told me things I’ve never heard before and answered questions that no one has ever given me answers to before. I finally feel like he’s a cardiologist who cares and is forthcoming. His back office staff is friendly and helpful. I am very happy to have found this practice.”
Dr. Roy Norman, DO
Internist
10020 Research Forest Drive
The Woodlands, TX 77354
4.92(152)
4.86
(179)
Dr. Ahmad Aslam, MD
Cardiovascular Disease Physician 17.7 mi
Adnan Aslam, MD, FACC, FSCAI, is board certified in cardiovascular disease and interventional cardiology, and is also certified in certification board of nuclear cardiology. Practicing at Northwest Houston Heart Center, with locations in Tomball, Cypress, Magnolia, and The Woodlands, Texas, Dr. Aslam is committed to providing his patients with the highest quality heart and vascular care available.
With an extensive education background and specialized training in cardiovascular care, Dr. Aslam brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to patients seeking top-rated heart and vascular health care in the Northwest Houston area. Dr. Aslam studied under the direction of many of the nation’s most esteemed doctors while completing his internship and residency training at the University of Illinois College of Medicine and Tulane University School of Medicine. He continues to contribute to the advancement of medical education by authoring and co-authoring a number of scientific publications, presentations, and abstracts focused on cardiology.
He places a special focus on administering the latest diagnostics, state-of-the-art equipment, and treatment options with compassion and concern for each individual’s overall well-being. Dr. Aslam’s office is one of the only few centers in the Houston area equipped with an advanced cardiac PET scanner for the precise diagnosis of coronary artery disease, Cardiac PET scan is more accurate than traditional Nuclear Stress Test (SPECT Scan) done routinely by most of the cardiology practices. Dr. Aslam performs the latest interventional cardiology procedures for coronary and peripheral interventions, the latest treatments for vein disease, and pacemaker implantations for cardiac rhythm disorders
Aside from his practice, Dr. Aslam is often hand-selected to participate as an investigator in national cardiology trials, testing new therapies, and treatments. Dr. Aslam plays an active role in the advancement of health care delivery in the Northwest Houston area and was elected by his peers as President of the Medical Staff for the Tomball Regional Medical Center from 2013 to 2014. Dr. Aslam has been nominated as Houston Top Doc in Cardiology by H Texas Magazine for seven years.
Dr. Aslam is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine in the fields of internal medicine, adult cardiology, and interventional cardiology. He is certified by the Certification Board of Nuclear Cardiology. In addition, he is distinguished as a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology and the Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions.
Dr. Aslam is accepting new patients and takes Medicare and most private insurances. Please call the office or make an appointment online to establish care with Dr. Aslam and his team.
“Dr. Aslam was very informative and make sure I understood what would be the best course to my treatment. Made me feel very at ease. Service was fast and the overall staff was very friendly.”
Dr. Ahmad Aslam, MD
Internist
18934 FM 1488
Magnolia, TX 77355
4.86(179)
Yasir Akram, MD
Cardiovascular Disease Physician 18.6 mi
Yasir Akram, MD, MPH, FACC, FSCAI, is an accomplished interventional and general cardiologist at Apex Heart & Vascular Center, serving patients in Houston, Tomball, and Cypress, Texas. Known for his clinical expertise and extensive research background, Dr. Akram provides comprehensive care for a range of heart, peripheral arterial, and venous conditions.
Dr. Akram’s training spans Internal Medicine, Preventive Medicine, cardiovascular disease, and interventional cardiology. He is highly skilled in advanced diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, including balloon angioplasty and complex percutaneous coronary and peripheral vascular interventions. His specialties also include advanced cardiac support techniques, such as the Impella heart pump and intra-aortic balloon pump.
In addition, Dr. Akram performs structural heart procedures, such as PFO and ASD closures, and is proficient in implanting loop recorders and pacemakers. He is a recognized expert in venous thromboembolism management, endovascular venous ablation, and vent seal techniques. His capabilities extend to performing transthoracic and transesophageal echocardiography, as well as stress SPECT and PET imaging.
Dr. Akram holds fellowship status with the American College of Cardiology (ACC) and is board-certified in Echocardiography, Nuclear Cardiology, and Vascular Ultrasound (RPVI). His Preventive Medicine board certification underscores his commitment to reducing cardiac risk factors through preventive care. A published author in leading medical journals, Dr. Akram continues to contribute to advancements in cardiovascular science.
At Apex Heart & Vascular Center, Dr. Akram is dedicated to delivering exceptional, evidence-based cardiovascular care. His advanced training, board certifications, and dedication to preventative cardiology enable him to provide high-quality care and innovative treatment options to his patients.
Yasir Akram, MD, MPH, FACC, FSCAI, is an accomplished interventional and general cardiologist at Apex Heart & Vascular Center, serving patients in Houston, Tomball, and Cypress, Texas. Known for his clinical expertise and extensive research background, Dr. Akram provides comprehensive care for a range of heart, peripheral arterial, and venous conditions.
Dr. Akram’s training spans Internal Medicine, Preventive Medicine, cardiovascular disease, and interventional cardiology. He is highly skilled in advanced diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, including balloon angioplasty and complex percutaneous coronary and peripheral vascular interventions. His specialties also include advanced cardiac support techniques, such as the Impella heart pump and intra-aortic balloon pump.
In addition, Dr. Akram performs structural heart procedures, such as PFO and ASD closures, and is proficient in implanting loop recorders and pacemakers. He is a recognized expert in venous thromboembolism management, endovascular venous ablation, and vent seal techniques. His capabilities extend to performing transthoracic and transesophageal echocardiography, as well as stress SPECT and PET imaging.
Dr. Akram holds fellowship status with the American College of Cardiology (ACC) and is board-certified in Echocardiography, Nuclear Cardiology, and Vascular Ultrasound (RPVI). His Preventive Medicine board certification underscores his commitment to reducing cardiac risk factors through preventive care. A published author in leading medical journals, Dr. Akram continues to contribute to advancements in cardiovascular science.
At Apex Heart & Vascular Center, Dr. Akram is dedicated to delivering exceptional, evidence-based cardiovascular care. His advanced training, board certifications, and dedication to preventative cardiology enable him to provide high-quality care and innovative treatment options to his patients.
Tariq Dayah, MD, MPH, FACC is a renowned cardiologist at Memorial Katy Cardiology Associates in Houston, Katy, and Cypress, Texas.
Dr. Dayah is board-certified in internal medicine, cardiovascular disease, interventional cardiovascular disease, nuclear medicine, and echocardiography. He offers expertise in preventative medicine (blood pressure, heart rate, and cholesterol control), transradial and transfemoral coronary artery interventions, interventional cardio-oncology, peripheral artery interventions, repair of congenital heart defects, such as percutaneous atrial septal defects, and the latest technology involving structural heart interventions.
Dr. Dayah is skilled in numerous noninvasive cardiac imaging modalities such as PET scans, nuclear medicine, and ultrasound imaging. He has been in practice since 2012. He is interested in the latest advancements in coronary artery disease therapies, transcatheter aortic valve replacement, and cardio-oncology. Dr. Dayah currently serves as the Director of Structural Heart at Houston Methodist West Hospital.
A fellow of the American College of Surgeons, Dr. Dayah conducts research into transcatheter aortic valves and energy drink-induced endothelial vascular dysfunction. He has published several journal articles on these research topics.
John Sunew, MD, FACC, FSCAI, is a skilled cardiologist at Memorial Katy Cardiology Associates in Houston, Katy, Cypress and Fulshear, Texas.
Dr. Sunew is triple-board-certified in Interventional Cardiology, Cardiovascular Disease, and Nuclear Cardiology. He is listed among Top Doctors 2015 in H Texas Magazine and Houstonia Magazine. He was born in Connecticut and grew up in New York state.
Dr. Sunew attended Amherst College in Amherst, Massachusetts, and went on to earn his medical degree at the State University of New York Health Science Center in Brooklyn, New York. He then completed his internal medicine residency and cardiology fellowship at The George Washington University Medical Center in Washington, DC. He fulfilled his interventional cardiology fellowship at Northwestern University in Chicago, Illinois.
Before moving to Katy, Texas, Dr. Sunew practiced interventional cardiology for ten years in northern Virginia. He held many leadership roles with the Inova Health System, including Medical Director of the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory at Inova Alexandria Hospital and Chairman of the Inova Cardiology Quality Steering Committee. He was also Regional Leader for Northern Virginia in the Virginia Heart Attack Coalition. In addition, Dr. Sunew served as Assistant Professor for the Department of Internal Medicine, Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine Inova Campus. He was also involved in several clinical research trials and academic publications.
Dr. Sunew can offer the latest and most innovative treatments in cardiology, interventional cardiology, and peripheral vascular disease. He provides expertise in complex coronary angioplasty procedures, peripheral arterial angioplasty, and transradial cardiac catheterization. His non-invasive skills include transesophageal echocardiography and nuclear cardiology.
Yasir Akram, MD, MPH, FACC, FSCAI, is an accomplished interventional and general cardiologist at Apex Heart & Vascular Center, serving patients in Houston, Tomball, and Cypress, Texas. Known for his clinical expertise and extensive research background, Dr. Akram provides comprehensive care for a range of heart, peripheral arterial, and venous conditions.
Dr. Akram’s training spans Internal Medicine, Preventive Medicine, cardiovascular disease, and interventional cardiology. He is highly skilled in advanced diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, including balloon angioplasty and complex percutaneous coronary and peripheral vascular interventions. His specialties also include advanced cardiac support techniques, such as the Impella heart pump and intra-aortic balloon pump.
In addition, Dr. Akram performs structural heart procedures, such as PFO and ASD closures, and is proficient in implanting loop recorders and pacemakers. He is a recognized expert in venous thromboembolism management, endovascular venous ablation, and vent seal techniques. His capabilities extend to performing transthoracic and transesophageal echocardiography, as well as stress SPECT and PET imaging.
Dr. Akram holds fellowship status with the American College of Cardiology (ACC) and is board-certified in Echocardiography, Nuclear Cardiology, and Vascular Ultrasound (RPVI). His Preventive Medicine board certification underscores his commitment to reducing cardiac risk factors through preventive care. A published author in leading medical journals, Dr. Akram continues to contribute to advancements in cardiovascular science.
At Apex Heart & Vascular Center, Dr. Akram is dedicated to delivering exceptional, evidence-based cardiovascular care. His advanced training, board certifications, and dedication to preventative cardiology enable him to provide high-quality care and innovative treatment options to his patients.
Amir Kashani, MD, MS, FACC, is a well-trained cardiologist at Memorial Katy Cardiology Associates in Houston, Katy, and Sealy, Texas.
Dr. Kashani grew up in Houston, Texas, and attended Second Baptist Middle School and High School. He completed his Internal Medicine training at Rochester General Hospital through the University of Rochester School of Medicine in New York, where he also served as Chief Resident and Clinical Instructor. He attended Yale University School of Medicine in New Haven, Connecticut, for his cardiovascular and electrophysiology training. Dr. Kashani also trained in Interventional Cardiology at Baylor College of Medicine in Waco, Texas.
Throughout his career, Dr. Kashani has been heavily involved in clinical cardiovascular research. Amidst his over 30 publications, he has numerous collaborations with the TIMI Group, Harvard School of Medicine, and Yale School of Medicine, Section of Epidemiology and Public Health. He is an invited author of several books, and he has been invited to present his research both nationally and internationally. Dr. Kashani currently continues his academic interests as a Baylor College of Medicine teaching faculty.
Dr. Kashani remains active by enjoying a variety of sports. Also, he and his wife have a special interest in community service. Dr. Kashani is the President, Founder, and member of several charity organizations in Houston. One major focus of the charity organization that Dr. Kashani has established is providing health care to underprivileged children in Houston.
George Mammen, MD, FACC, is a talented cardiologist at Memorial Katy Cardiology Associates in Houston and Katy, Texas.
Dr. Mammen grew up in Kerala, India, and earned his medical degree at Trivandrum Medical College in Thiruvananthapuram, India. Moving to the United States to continue his education, Dr. Mammen completed a residency in internal medicine at South Baltimore General Hospital in Maryland and a cardiology fellowship at St. Luke’s Episcopal Hospital, Texas Heart Institute in Houston.
Dr. Mammen is board-certified in internal medicine and cardiology. His clinical interests include interventional cardiology and cardiovascular disease, with a particular focus on invasive procedures such as angioplasty, stent implantation, and pacemakers. He is trained in all aspects of adult cardiology, with an emphasis on coronary artery disease and heart failure. He joined Memorial Katy Cardiology Associates in 1982.
Dr. Mammen is active in hospital and physician affairs and has served as Chief of Cardiology at Memorial Hermann Memorial City Hospital and Medical Director of the ICU at Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital. When not at the office, Dr. Mammen’s personal interests include tennis and skiing. He likes to spend his spare time with his wife and three children.
John Sunew, MD, FACC, FSCAI, is a skilled cardiologist at Memorial Katy Cardiology Associates in Houston, Katy, Cypress and Fulshear, Texas.
Dr. Sunew is triple-board-certified in Interventional Cardiology, Cardiovascular Disease, and Nuclear Cardiology. He is listed among Top Doctors 2015 in H Texas Magazine and Houstonia Magazine. He was born in Connecticut and grew up in New York state.
Dr. Sunew attended Amherst College in Amherst, Massachusetts, and went on to earn his medical degree at the State University of New York Health Science Center in Brooklyn, New York. He then completed his internal medicine residency and cardiology fellowship at The George Washington University Medical Center in Washington, DC. He fulfilled his interventional cardiology fellowship at Northwestern University in Chicago, Illinois.
Before moving to Katy, Texas, Dr. Sunew practiced interventional cardiology for ten years in northern Virginia. He held many leadership roles with the Inova Health System, including Medical Director of the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory at Inova Alexandria Hospital and Chairman of the Inova Cardiology Quality Steering Committee. He was also Regional Leader for Northern Virginia in the Virginia Heart Attack Coalition. In addition, Dr. Sunew served as Assistant Professor for the Department of Internal Medicine, Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine Inova Campus. He was also involved in several clinical research trials and academic publications.
Dr. Sunew can offer the latest and most innovative treatments in cardiology, interventional cardiology, and peripheral vascular disease. He provides expertise in complex coronary angioplasty procedures, peripheral arterial angioplasty, and transradial cardiac catheterization. His non-invasive skills include transesophageal echocardiography and nuclear cardiology.
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