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Dr. Rachid Ryan Macwar is a highly skilled interventional cardiologist with extensive training and experience in advanced cardiac imaging and intervention. He served as the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory Director at Upson Regional Hospital in Thomaston, GA, where he is dedicated to providing cutting-edge care to his patients.
Dr. Macwar completed his Doctor of Medicine at the University Mohammed V School of Medicine in Rabat, Morocco, graduating with "magna cum laude" distinction. He pursued his residency in Internal Medicine at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit, MI, followed by multiple fellowships, including Interventional Cardiology at Henry Ford Hospital, Advanced Imaging in Cardiac MRI at Duke University, and Nuclear Cardiology at Yale University.
His clinical expertise encompasses a wide range of interventional techniques, including complex PCI, aortic balloon valvuloplasty, and treatment of pulmonary embolism and DVT. He is also proficient in advanced imaging modalities such as cardiac CT angiography, cardiac MRI, and nuclear cardiology, holding multiple board certifications in these specialties.
Dr. Macwar has contributed to the field through numerous publications and presentations at prestigious medical conferences. He has been recognized for his leadership, serving as the Director of the Echocardiography Lab and Co-Director of the Cardiac CT and MRI Program at the University of Illinois College of Medicine.
Fluent in Arabic, French, and Spanish, Dr. Macwar is committed to addressing the needs of diverse patient populations. He is an active member of several professional organizations, including the American College of Cardiology and the Society of Cardiac Angiography and Interventions.
In his free time, Dr. Macwar volunteers at local clinics and is passionate about improving cardiac health in the community. His dedication to patient care, combined with his extensive training and experience, makes him a valuable asset to the Upson Medical Center team.
Mostaan Mehrdad, MD, is a double board-certified interventional cardiologist in practice for over 30 years. He serves patients at The Heart Institute of Venice in Venice, Sarasota, Bradenton, and Ellenton, Florida.
He graduated medical school from the University of Maryland in 1978. Since 1984 he has been an Associate Professor of Medicine at Georgetown University, where he did his Cardiology training. Dr. Mostaan has taught students at Georgetown University, Howard University, and DC General Hospital cardiac procedures.
Dr. Mostaan has been in private practice for the last 35 years working in Maryland, Virginia, Pennsylvania, and Washington DC.
Dr. Mostaan received his FL licensure and began practicing medicine in the state of Florida two years ago. He is passionate about patient care and has a deep dedication to the treatment of all his patients.
Dr. Rachid Ryan Macwar is a highly skilled interventional cardiologist with extensive training and experience in advanced cardiac imaging and intervention. He served as the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory Director at Upson Regional Hospital in Thomaston, GA, where he is dedicated to providing cutting-edge care to his patients.
Dr. Macwar completed his Doctor of Medicine at the University Mohammed V School of Medicine in Rabat, Morocco, graduating with "magna cum laude" distinction. He pursued his residency in Internal Medicine at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit, MI, followed by multiple fellowships, including Interventional Cardiology at Henry Ford Hospital, Advanced Imaging in Cardiac MRI at Duke University, and Nuclear Cardiology at Yale University.
His clinical expertise encompasses a wide range of interventional techniques, including complex PCI, aortic balloon valvuloplasty, and treatment of pulmonary embolism and DVT. He is also proficient in advanced imaging modalities such as cardiac CT angiography, cardiac MRI, and nuclear cardiology, holding multiple board certifications in these specialties.
Dr. Macwar has contributed to the field through numerous publications and presentations at prestigious medical conferences. He has been recognized for his leadership, serving as the Director of the Echocardiography Lab and Co-Director of the Cardiac CT and MRI Program at the University of Illinois College of Medicine.
Fluent in Arabic, French, and Spanish, Dr. Macwar is committed to addressing the needs of diverse patient populations. He is an active member of several professional organizations, including the American College of Cardiology and the Society of Cardiac Angiography and Interventions.
In his free time, Dr. Macwar volunteers at local clinics and is passionate about improving cardiac health in the community. His dedication to patient care, combined with his extensive training and experience, makes him a valuable asset to the Upson Medical Center team.
Mostaan Mehrdad, MD, is a double board-certified interventional cardiologist in practice for over 30 years. He serves patients at The Heart Institute of Venice in Venice, Sarasota, Bradenton, and Ellenton, Florida.
He graduated medical school from the University of Maryland in 1978. Since 1984 he has been an Associate Professor of Medicine at Georgetown University, where he did his Cardiology training. Dr. Mostaan has taught students at Georgetown University, Howard University, and DC General Hospital cardiac procedures.
Dr. Mostaan has been in private practice for the last 35 years working in Maryland, Virginia, Pennsylvania, and Washington DC.
Dr. Mostaan received his FL licensure and began practicing medicine in the state of Florida two years ago. He is passionate about patient care and has a deep dedication to the treatment of all his patients.
Dr. Rachid Ryan Macwar is a highly skilled interventional cardiologist with extensive training and experience in advanced cardiac imaging and intervention. He served as the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory Director at Upson Regional Hospital in Thomaston, GA, where he is dedicated to providing cutting-edge care to his patients.
Dr. Macwar completed his Doctor of Medicine at the University Mohammed V School of Medicine in Rabat, Morocco, graduating with "magna cum laude" distinction. He pursued his residency in Internal Medicine at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit, MI, followed by multiple fellowships, including Interventional Cardiology at Henry Ford Hospital, Advanced Imaging in Cardiac MRI at Duke University, and Nuclear Cardiology at Yale University.
His clinical expertise encompasses a wide range of interventional techniques, including complex PCI, aortic balloon valvuloplasty, and treatment of pulmonary embolism and DVT. He is also proficient in advanced imaging modalities such as cardiac CT angiography, cardiac MRI, and nuclear cardiology, holding multiple board certifications in these specialties.
Dr. Macwar has contributed to the field through numerous publications and presentations at prestigious medical conferences. He has been recognized for his leadership, serving as the Director of the Echocardiography Lab and Co-Director of the Cardiac CT and MRI Program at the University of Illinois College of Medicine.
Fluent in Arabic, French, and Spanish, Dr. Macwar is committed to addressing the needs of diverse patient populations. He is an active member of several professional organizations, including the American College of Cardiology and the Society of Cardiac Angiography and Interventions.
In his free time, Dr. Macwar volunteers at local clinics and is passionate about improving cardiac health in the community. His dedication to patient care, combined with his extensive training and experience, makes him a valuable asset to the Upson Medical Center team.
Gershwin Blyden, MD, PhD, FCP, FACP, is a board-certified hematologist-oncologist and medical director of The Foundation for Sickle Cell Disease Research, with locations in Homestead, Orlando, Lakeland, Jacksonville, Belle Glade, Tallahassee, and Hollywood, Florida. With more than 40 years of diverse experience, Dr. Blyden is an esteemed physician in his field.
After receiving his bachelor’s degree in plant science from the Tuskegee Institute (now Tuskegee University) in Tuskegee, Alabama, in 1967, Dr. Blyden earned a PhD in pharmacology from prestigious Yale University in New Haven, Connecticut, in 1976. Just three years later, he also earned his medical doctorate cum laude from Yale University.
In 1985, Dr. Blyden completed an internal medicine internship at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston, Massachusetts. That same year, he also finished his hematology/oncology and clinical pharmacology fellowship at Tufts Medical Center in Boston, Massachusetts.
After graduating and completing his training, Dr. Blyden worked as an adjunct professor for the Barry University School of Podiatric Medicine in Miami Shores, Florida, an associate clinical professor of hematology and oncology at the University of Miami School of Medicine in Miami, Florida, and as an associate professor of clinical pharmacy and director of the Clinical Pharmacology Research Unit at Florida A&M University’s Miami location.
Today, Dr. Blyden is a leader in the field of sickle cell treatment, case management, and research. He provides comprehensive care for chronic diseases, with a special emphasis on sickle cell anemia.
Dr. Blyden offers a variety of infusion services, school individualized education program (IEP) support, transcranial Doppler ultrasounds, and more.
Ravneet Sandhu, MD, of Brandon Riverview Medical Associates in Brandon and Riverview, Florida, attended medical school in India before moving to the United States in 1991. She completed her internal medicine residency at Abington Memorial Hospital near Philadelphia and then moved to Tampa, Florida.
Dr. Ravneet Sandhu specializes in treating patients with complex medical issues such as diabetes, COPD, and weight management. As a practicing physician for more than 20 years, she has been able to diagnose many diseases that others have missed. She always approaches treatment with an open mind and listens carefully to her patients' needs.
Dr. Ravneet Sandhu believes that empathy is the key to quality medical care. She knows that it's essential for providers to fully comprehend how the treatment will impact patients' lives. At Brandon Riverview Medical Associates, her goal is to act as her patients' advocate. She makes every effort to help her patients make informed decisions about treatment.
She feels her role as a physician is to act as a facilitator, providing up-to-date information and recommendations. At each step in the treatment process, she encourages open communication and engages her the patient in an active discussion. Her goal is to empower patients to make their own decisions and feel confident about their medical care.
Dr. Ravneet Sandhu provides each patient with a personalized treatment plan that incorporates her patients' input and preferences. She has a passion for internal medicine and enjoys helping patients manage complex medical problems. She's equally passionate about educating patients in preventive measures that can improve their health and general well-being.
Dr. Sandhu has been married to her practice partner, Dr. Jagdeep Sandhu, since 1992. When not practicing medicine, she enjoys painting, traveling, and spending time with her family and friends.
Micaella Kantor, MD, is a gastroenterologist at Florida Digestive Specialists, and is also board certified in internal medicine. She treats a broad range of gastrointestinal disorders, such as GERD, gastritis, liver disease, inflammatory bowel disease, irritable bowel syndrome, constipation, and colon cancer prevention. She performs screening and diagnostic colonoscopies and endoscopies. She is known for her compassion and patient-centered care and believes patient education regarding their condition is very important. She is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing her to create a comfortable environment to discuss concerns and develop individualized treatment plans.
Dr. Kantor received her undergraduate degree at the University of Miami in psychology and biology prior to receiving her medical degree at UCIMED in Costa Rica. She completed her internal medicine residency at Kendall Regional Medical Center in Miami, FL, followed by a gastroenterology fellowship at Palm Spring Larkin Community Hospital in Miami, FL. Dr. Kantor was the chief resident in both programs. During her training, she was involved in research and published numerous articles on the topics of GI and has presented nationally.
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