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Rupin Kadakia MD, FACC, is a cardiologist at Heart Care Center of Northwest Houston providing cardiac services for people living in the Methodist Willowbrook area of Houston, and North Cypress, Texas. He is affiliated with multiple hospitals in the area, including Houston Methodist Hospital.
Dr. Kadakia received his medical degree from Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas, and has been in practice for 20 years. He completed his internship in internal medicine at Loyola University in Maywood, Illinois. He then completed an internal medicine residency at the same institution. Dr. Kadakia rounded out his medical training with a cardiology fellowship at the Heart and Vascular Institute at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit, Michigan, where he also completed an interventional cardiology fellowship.
Dr. Kadakia is board-certified in cardiology, interventional cardiology, and internal medicine. He has special training and interest in the non-surgical treatment of peripheral vascular disease.
Wasiq Rawasia MD, MS, FACC, FSCAI serves patients in Northwest Houston, Spring, Tomball, and Cypress as a board-certified cardiologist at the Heart Care Center of Northwest Houston. He is affiliated with multiple hospitals in the area, including Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital, Houston Methodist Cypress Hospital, CHI St. Luke's Health - The Vintage Hospital, and HCA Houston Healthcare North Cypress.
Dr. Rawasia received his medical degree from The Aga Khan University - Medical College, and completed his internal medicine residency and general cardiology training at University of Louisville in Louisville, KY. He then went on complete his interventional cardiology fellowship at West Virginia University- Heart & Vascular Institute in Morgantown, WV.
Dr. Rawaia is board-certified in internal medicine, general cardiology, interventional cardiology, nuclear cardiology, vascular medicine, and echocardiography. His areas of expertise include interventional and structural cardiovascular medicine, high-risk & complex interventions, cardiac critical care, and general cardiovascular medicine.
In his free time, Dr. Rawasia enjoys spending time with his family, traveling, and watching sports.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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