Cardiologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
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Dr. Sarsam received his medical education at the University of Baghdad / College of Medicine in Iraq. Following the second Gulf War, he moved to the United States and attended the Wayne State University / Detroit Medical Center where he completed his Internal Medicine Residency. He then completed his fellowship in General and Interventional Cardiology at Michigan State University / Providence Providence-Park Hospitals in Detroit, MI. Dr. Sarsam also specializes in advanced heart failure.
Dr. Sarsam received his medical education at the University of Baghdad / College of Medicine in Iraq. Following the second Gulf War, he moved to the United States and attended the Wayne State University / Detroit Medical Center where he completed his Internal Medicine Residency. He then completed his fellowship in General and Interventional Cardiology at Michigan State University / Providence Providence-Park Hospitals in Detroit, MI. Dr. Sarsam also specializes in advanced heart failure.
Dr. Sarsam received his medical education at the University of Baghdad / College of Medicine in Iraq. Following the second Gulf War, he moved to the United States and attended the Wayne State University / Detroit Medical Center where he completed his Internal Medicine Residency. He then completed his fellowship in General and Interventional Cardiology at Michigan State University / Providence Providence-Park Hospitals in Detroit, MI. Dr. Sarsam also specializes in advanced heart failure.
Candice Kim, MD, is a highly trained physician who is available to assist in all of your cardiology needs. She provides the best care possible to patients at Candice Kim Cardiology in Murrieta, California.
Dr. Kim attended the University of California in Berkeley for her undergraduate studies, where she received her bachelor's degree in integrative biology. She then earned her medical degree at the University of Illinois Chicago.
Dr. Kim completed her internal medicine residency training at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, California. She went on to complete her cardiology fellowship at the University of Arizona, where she served as the chief cardiology fellow.
Dr. Kim is board-certified in internal medicine, cardiovascular disease, echocardiography, and nuclear cardiology. Her special interests include women’s heart disease, cardiac imaging, preventive cardiology, and heart failure.
Dr. Kim is currently accepting new and existing patients at his Murrieta, California, office. You can schedule an appointment today by phone or online.
Dr. Sarsam received his medical education at the University of Baghdad / College of Medicine in Iraq. Following the second Gulf War, he moved to the United States and attended the Wayne State University / Detroit Medical Center where he completed his Internal Medicine Residency. He then completed his fellowship in General and Interventional Cardiology at Michigan State University / Providence Providence-Park Hospitals in Detroit, MI. Dr. Sarsam also specializes in advanced heart failure.
Dr. Sarsam received his medical education at the University of Baghdad / College of Medicine in Iraq. Following the second Gulf War, he moved to the United States and attended the Wayne State University / Detroit Medical Center where he completed his Internal Medicine Residency. He then completed his fellowship in General and Interventional Cardiology at Michigan State University / Providence Providence-Park Hospitals in Detroit, MI. Dr. Sarsam also specializes in advanced heart failure.
Ali Ashtiani, MD is a fellowship-trained, board-eligible interventional cardiologist at Cardiology Specialists of Orange County (CSOC) practicing in Santa Ana, Irvine, and Newport Beach, California. He has special interests in coronary intervention including coronary angioplasty & stent placement, pacemaker implantation, and valvular/structural heart disease.
Dr. Ashtiani received his medical training in our very own Orange County. After earning his medical degree from the University of California, Irvine Medical Center in Orange, California, he went on to complete internal medicine internship and residency followed by cardiology fellowship and advanced fellowship training in interventional cardiology at the same institution.
Dr. Ashtiani is affiliated with Hoag Hospital Heart and Vascular Institute in Newport Beach, Hoag Hospital Irvine, & Hoag Orthopedic Institute, St. Joseph Hospital in Orange, and Orange County Global Medical Center in Santa Ana.
Dr. Ashtiani is currently welcoming new patients and looks forward to providing individualized care with patience and compassion just as he would treat his own family. Schedule an appointment with Dr. Ashtiani by contacting our office today.
“I cannot say enough great things about Dr. Ali Ashtiani. As a cardiologist, he truly stands out for his depth of knowledge, attention to detail, and commitment to preventive heart care.
From the moment you walk in, you feel that you’re in the hands of someone who takes cardiovascular health seriously. Dr. Ashtiani takes the time to thoroughly review your history, risk factors, and lifestyle, and he explains everything—from cholesterol management to blood pressure and long-term heart health—in a way that is easy to understand and actionable.
What impressed me most is his proactive approach. He doesn’t just treat existing conditions—he focuses heavily on prevention, early detection, and optimizing overall heart health. Whether it’s fine-tuning medications, recommending the right tests, or giving practical lifestyle guidance, his care is thoughtful, precise, and personalized.
He is also incredibly thorough when it comes to diagnostics. You can tell he doesn’t overlook anything, which gives a strong sense of confidence and reassurance—especially when dealing with something as important as heart health.
Beyond his expertise, Dr. Ashtiani is compassionate, patient, and genuinely invested in his patients’ well-being. He takes the time to answer every question without rushing and makes sure you fully understand your treatment plan.
If you’re looking for a cardiologist who is knowledgeable, detail-oriented, and truly cares about long-term outcomes, I highly recommend Dr. Ashtiani. You will feel confident and well cared for every step of the way”
Cardiology Specialists of Orange County, with locations in Santa Ana, Irvine, and Newport Beach, California, provides high-quality cardiovascular services focusing on disease prevention and treatment. The outstanding physicians are board certified in cardiovascular diseases and use cutting-edge technology combined with consistently superior compassionate care to offer optimal patient outcomes.
At Cardiology Specialists of Orange County, patients benefit from triple-accredited laboratory facilities and comprehensive in-house services to make everything as easy as possible. These awards recognize Cardiology Specialists of Orange County's superior commitment to patient care and its provision of quality diagnostic testing.
The advanced diagnostics available include echocardiograms, stress testing, Holter monitoring, event monitoring, and vascular screening. The Santa Ana location also has a nuclear testing and imaging system and offers external counterpulsation (ECP) therapy for patients with chronic stable angina.
Cardiology Specialists of Orange County treat conditions including coronary artery disease, high blood pressure, congestive heart failure, and atrial fibrillation. They can also diagnose and treat symptoms like chest pain, arrhythmia, shortness of breath, and heart murmurs.
Patients can receive expert care for circulatory problems like chronic venous insufficiency and varicose veins. Treatments for these conditions include patient information and education on making healthy lifestyle choices and a wide range of medications. The cardiologists also perform minimally invasive cardiac catheterization procedures such as balloon angioplasty, as well as pacemaker and defibrillator implantation.
For over 30 years, Cardiology Specialists of Orange County has provided invaluable services to the local community, and their cardiologists also have roles at partnering hospitals. The practice has an established patient base with a solid reputation for patient-centered care and receives numerous referrals via word of mouth.
For timely and successful treatment of your cardiovascular problems, call Cardiology Specialists of Orange County or book an appointment online today.
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