Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist
3501 N 24th St
Suite 101
Phoenix, AZ
85016
Top reviews
I am extremely happy with Dr. Makkar. He takes time to discuss all aspects of your health and to impliment options that I can feel secure about after outlining pros and cons. My family on both sides have a long history of heart pShow moreroblems. Many resulting in death by heart attack. The solutions Dr. Makkar has given me provides me with daily peace of mind.
Extremely happy with the care I receive from AZ Heart Arrhythmia. They have done an outstanding job correcting my ejection fraction. I thought I was a at a point where nothing could be done. I am feeling better with more energy anShow mored my Ejection Fraction has improved substantially. Thank you for your World Class Service.
Akash Makkar, MD, is the Director of Arizona Heart Arrhythmia Associates, with locations in Phoenix, Avondale, Tempe, Chandler, Sun City, Dewey, and Prescott Valley, Arizona. He is board certified in cardiology and clinical cardiac electrophysiology. He completed his electrophysiology fellowship at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, one of the top electrophysiology programs in the country. Prior to that, Dr. Makkar was on faculty at Baylor College of Medicine, Houston.
Dr. Makkar underwent his internal medicine residency and cardiology fellowship at the University of Louisville, where he served as Chief Cardiology Fellow for the year 2009-2010. Dr. Makkar earned his medical degree from Kanpur University, India. He graduated from medical school in first place among all students garnering the sought-after Governor’s Medal for the best graduating medical student. He also did post-graduate education from Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, India, one of the premier training hospitals in India.
Dr. Makkar is well-known for his excellent bedside manners as well as his skills for complex cardiac electrophysiology diagnosis and treatments. He is well respected within the cardiology community as an expert in his field and a physician other physicians trust with their patients. This has made him one of the busiest electrophysiologists in the state, but he never forgets why: Expert and skilled cardiac care focused on each patient’s individual needs.
Dr. Makkar is specially trained and an expert in performing the full range of electrophysiology procedures, including complex trans-septal catheter ablations, implantation of complex cardiac devices, leadless pacemakers, laser lead extractions, and left atrial appendage occlusion device (Watchman) Implantations. In fact, Dr. Makkar performs the highest number of ablations and laser extractions in the state of Arizona. Dr. Makkar is also an active researcher, having authored numerous abstracts and manuscripts. Dr. Makkar has been recognized for being one of the first electrophysiologists to perform fluoroless (no radiation/X-rays) atrial fibrillation ablations in the state of Arizona. He has also been voted into the prestigious PHOENIX Magazine Top Doc list for Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology.
Atrial Fibrillation
Cardiology
Chest Pain
Clinical Research
Dizziness
Echocardiogram
Electrophysiology
Heart Attack
Heart Failure
Heart Murmur
High Cholesterol
Hypertension
Pacemaker & Defibrillator
Palpitations
Peripheral Vascular Disease
Radiofrequency Ablation
Stress Testing
Structural Heart Defect
Supraventricular Tachycardia
Syncope
Ventricular Tachycardia
Watchman
Weight Loss
Women's Heart Health
Locations (6)
Arizona Heart Arrhythmia Associates
3501 N 24th St
Suite 101
Phoenix, AZ, 85016
4150 N 108th Ave
Suite 142
Phoenix, AZ, 85037
1343 N Alma School Rd
#135
Chandler, AZ, 85224
12649 N 105th Ave
#110
Sun City, AZ, 85351
13481 W McDowell Rd
#400
Goodyear, AZ, 85395
3185 N Windsong Dr
Prescott Valley, AZ, 86314
More About Dr. Akash Makkar, MD
Practice
Arizona Heart Arrhythmia Associates
Specialties
Insurance
NPI Number
1770612848
Provider's Gender
Male
Reviews
Fast, friendly, and to the point.
Dr. Makkar is very thorough and patient oriented. I’ve been going to him for quite a while and he is, in my experience, focused on the patient’s wellbeing. I would highly recommend him for professionalism and putting the patient first.
Dr.Makkar was a great help in understanding me current options.
Very efficient, explained every detail in easy-to-understand laymen's terms and his entire staff was very pleasant and friendly. I would definably recommend
Dr Makkar is very experienced, knowledgeable and personable. He is very busy but spends time needed with each patient. My appointments are always a pleasant experience. His staff, as well, is knowledgeable and personable.
Saw dr Makkar on this visit found out a few things that I didn't know in past visits. So glad he was there this time
EXCELLENT CARE
Thoughtfully and compassionately, he listened to my concerns and made the necessary changes to my pacemaker’s settings. This group has already saved my life once and they care even more now.
A great doctor that I have entrusted my life to more than once. Always pleasant and caring. I highly recommend him.
Great doctor.
Well organized practice.
Dr Makkar, as well as any other physician in our area, is extremely busy. He does get patients in and out as quickly as possible though. Have your questions and/or concerns ready to ask him. He is very willing to seek out any testing so he can have more information for your follow up visits. Dr and staff are very nice.
Great doctor. Never have had an issue with my pacemaker. Very nice caring and very personal doctor.
I arrived early and was seen early Everyone was very pleasant to interact with.
My initial visit was very professional and very timely. A good experience.
He is great. He us kind, personable. He explains everything in as much detail as you can comprehend. I trust Maakar implicitly.
Good news
Love Dr. MAKKAR AND THE. STAFF. Good experience
I think it was great. My first visit with Dr Makkar and of course I had to be in AFIB but I felt he was very kind and caring doctor
My appointment was @ 10:40 am. I had a long wait time in the lobby. Many people who came after my arrival were seen prior to me. Quality of care was professional, personable & knowledgeable. Questions answered satisfactorily.
There was a stressful mix-up re my appointment with this team; however, one of the staff was able to get me in to see Dr Makkar. This was the first time meeting Dr Makkar and he was able to put my mind at ease, and did a good job of explaining what were the best procedures going forward.
Very good and well organized. Dr. Makkar is a great person.
All of my experiences with Dr Makkar were fantastic.
Very nice
Wonderful visit, covered alot information. When we left it was a comfortable feeling and looking forward for the next step.
Dr A Makkar is an excellent, professional physician, caring and attend to his patients needs . His medical staff are professional, helpful and very cooperative .
Dr Makkar is the most expierenced Heart Dr! His only concern is helping his patients to live longer fuller Lives.. As Professional as they come. He doesn’t smile often, because he is Focused on your wellbeing!!!
Dr. Makkar was very professional and I have confidence in his ability to manage my heart issues.
Dr MAkkar is a patient friendly confident person. I recommend him to all those in need.
I am extremely happy with Dr. Makkar. He takes time to discuss all aspects of your health and to impliment options that I can feel secure about after outlining pros and cons. My family on both sides have a long history of heart problems. Many resulting in death by heart attack. The solutions Dr. Makkar has given me provides me with daily peace of mind.
