I like to make a meaningful impact in my patients' lives to help them feel better and live longer, healthier lives. With a holistic approach, I evaluate the entire cardiovascular system to make the right adjustments to enable this to happen. Being Board Certified in Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease and Interventional Cardiology, I am able to treat both general cardiology patients, as well as those with vascular issues. Dr. Lichtenwalter is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arterial Embolism. His top areas of expertise are Angina, Coronary Heart Disease, Atherosclerosis, Stent Placement, and Cardiac Ablation.

Being Board Certified in Cardiology and Electrophysiology, I can treat both general cardiology patients and those with more extensive issues concerning the electrical system of the heart. I chose this subspecialty because it is a very technical field and offers very curative procedures for the patients. My approach is to treat the patient as an individual and to work with them to determine what the best treatment path is for them. Dr. Shukla is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arterial Embolism. His top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, Fainting, Cardiomyopathy, Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation.

Being Board Certified in Cardiology and Interventional Cardiology with advanced training in cardiac imaging, heart failure and transplantation, my approach to patients is that of disease prevention and media management with invasive and interventional procedures as indicated based on the severity of the disease. I treat my patients as an individual, each who may need a different approach than the next. I take the time to listen to my patients and address their needs for the current issue, as well as come up with a plan for their preventative care as well. Dr. Yelamanchili is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arterial Embolism. His top areas of expertise are Hypertensive Heart Disease, Necrosis, Angina, Pediatric Myocarditis, and Pacemaker Implantation.

I enjoy spending time with friends and family. Dr. Stidd is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arterial Embolism. His top areas of expertise are Apoplexy, Subdural Hematoma, Brain Aneurysm, Stent Placement, and Transmyocardial Revascularization.

Alan Grossman is a Cardiologist in Mesa,, Arizona. Dr. Grossman is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arterial Embolism. His top areas of expertise are Cardiomyopathy, Adenosine Deaminase 2 Deficiency, Arterial Embolism, and Angina.

I believe that vascular operations should be presented to a patient in a compassionate, ethical, & responsible manner. Instead of going to the operating room with anxiety, I believe a patient should go to the operating room with 100% confidence. Dr. Vijungco is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arterial Embolism. His top areas of expertise are Carotid Artery Disease, Varicose Veins, Arterial Embolism, Venous Insufficiency, and Carotid Artery Surgery.

Dr. Solsi is the President and Founder of Premier Cardiovascular Center (PCC). The company was founded in December 2009 and began operating in January 2010. He has been practicing in the valley for past 19 years.Prior practice includes service at Arizona Heart Institute – East Valley in Mesa, Sacaton, Phoenix, Chandler and Casa Grande from 1997 to 2009 as an invasive cardiologist.Dr. Solsi is Board certified in Cardiovascular Medicine and Internal Medicine. He completed his Cardiology fellowship at Brooklyn Hospital Medical Center at New York University in New York (1997).He received his medical degree from Mysore Medical College in Mysore, India and he completed his internal medicine residency at Brooklyn Hospital Medical Center where he was chief resident during his final year.Dr. Solsi is Board certified and licensed in Nuclear Medicine and has certification to read CT Angiography.He is member and fellow of the American College of Cardiology and has published several articles on various cardiovascular topics. Currently he provides services at Chandler, Maricopa and Casa Grande.My goal is to provide the patient with excellent healthcare they need and deserve after explaining to them any issues pertaining to their cardiovascular care and treatment. I strive to make sure patients understand their heart realted issues and provide education for them to improve their health. As the CEO and founder of the organization, it is our mission that all our employees and providers follow the same goals and philosophy for all our patients. Dr. Solsi is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arterial Embolism. His top areas of expertise are Coronary Heart Disease, Atherosclerosis, Angina, and Hypertension.

Dr. Georges Y. Nseir, a member founder of Premier Cardiovascular Center (PCC) is an Invasive Cardiologist. Commencing PCC in January 2010, he had ten years of experience in cardiovascular medicine. He is board certified in Cardiovascular Medicine and Interventional Cardiology and Vascular and Endovascular Medicine. Previously, Dr. Nseir practiced at the Arizona Heart Institute (AHI) – East valley in Phoenix, Chandler and Casa Grande from 2000 to 2009. He joined AHI after completing his fellowship in interventional cardiology at Charleston, West Virginia. Dr. Nseir received his medical degree from the Lebanese University School of Medical Sciences in Beirut, Lebanon and completed his residency at Staten Island University Hospital in Staten Island, New York. In addition to his fellowship at Charleston Area Medical Center, Dr. Nseir is a past fellow in cardiovascular disease at State University of New York in Brooklyn and Cardiovascular Interventions at Arizona Heart Institute, Phoenix, AZ. His expertise includes radial artery interventions in addition to femoral access for coronary interventions and peripheral vascular disease. He is a fellow of the American College of Cardiology, and professional memberships include: American College of Cardiology; Society of Catheterization and Cardiovascular Interventions and the American Heart Association. Dr. Nseir provides outpatient cardiovascular services at the PCC Chandler and Casa Grande office locations and inpatient cardiology, peripheral and interventional services at all participating area hospitals, including Banner Casa Grande, Chandler Regional Hospital, and Mercy Gilbert Medical Center.To help people achieve health for life. Dr. Nseir is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arterial Embolism. His top areas of expertise are Angina, Coronary Heart Disease, Atherosclerosis, Angioplasty, and Atherectomy.

Outside of the Hospital I enjoy mountain biking, hiking and spending time with my wife and two sons. Dr. Riesenman is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arterial Embolism. His top areas of expertise are Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Carotid Artery Disease, Arterial Embolism, and Carotid Artery Surgery.

Provide optimum healthcare to all patients with concern for their heart and well-being to enjoy a long, healthy life. Dr. Xavier is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arterial Embolism. His top areas of expertise are Angina, Arterial Embolism, Stable Angina, Metabolic Syndrome, and Pacemaker Implantation.

Yasir Batres is an Internal Medicine provider in Mesa,, Arizona. Dr. Batres is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arterial Embolism. His top areas of expertise are Metabolic Syndrome, Angina, Idiopathic Edema, and Heart Murmurs.

Dr. Cherington joined Ironwood Cancer &  Research Centers in July 2016 after completing his fellowship in Hematology and Medical Oncology at the Mayo clinic.  An Arizona native, he earned undergraduate degrees in Biology and Spanish at Arizona State University prior to attending the University of Arizona for his medical doctorate.  Dr. Cherington has presented research at ASCO and ASH and authored several research articles. However, what he values most is receiving the Gold Humanism Award, which recognizes him as possessing the personal characteristics that colleagues themselves would look for in a physician for themselves or their family members. Early in his youth, Dr. Cherington developed a passion to fight cancer when a childhood friend was diagnosed with a rare brain tumor.  His friend's cancer was aggressive, and her life was ultimately lost, but her tumor cells were donated to research new therapies. Years later, Dr. Cherington spent time at Barrow Neurological Institute investigating cell lines that most likely included his friend's saved cells. The fire that was ignited as a child was further fueled when Dr. Cherington's step-sister lost her life to cancer as a young adult. Today, in each new patient, Dr. Cherington sees a friend or family member who deserves the utmost compassion and expertise that modern medicine has to offer.Outside of work, Dr. Cherington enjoys hiking, exploring Arizona, sports, and spending time with his three children, his dog, and his beautiful wife.  Together, they are passionate about continually moving toward adopting lifestyle factors to prevent or slow cancer.  Dr. Cherington promotes using healthful lifestyle changes in conjunction with the best cancer treatment modern medicine has to offer to continually work towards a cure. Dr. Cherington is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arterial Embolism. His top areas of expertise are Oligodendroglioma, Astrocytoma, Gliosarcoma, and Ependymoma.

Dr. Ortiz Cruz joined Ironwood Cancer & Research Center in September 2014, after completing her hematology and medical oncology fellowship at the University of South Carolina in Charleston. She completed two years of research at the National Cancer Institute | National Institutes of Health in Bethesda Maryland where she was involved with clinical research in radiation oncology in addition to work with medical oncology. Dr. Ortiz Cruz also completed an internal medicineresidency training program at Banner Good Samaritan Medical Center in Phoenix. She has published several articles in scientific journals and presented at various meetings. Dr. Cruz's specializes in solid tumor and hematologic disorders with a special interest in breast, colon cancer and lymphoma. Dr. Cruz's goal is to deliver the best care available for her patients by providing personalized treatment planning in conjunction with cutting-edge therapy.Dr. Cruz's personal goal is to deliver the best care available for her patients with the understanding that personalized treatment planning in conjunction with utilizing cutting-edge therapy is the best means to achieve this goal. Dr. Cruz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arterial Embolism. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Severe Congenital Neutropenia, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Agranulocytosis.

Dhaval Shah is a Cardiologist and an Interventional Cardiologist in Tempe, Arizona. Dr. Shah has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arterial Embolism. His top areas of expertise are Coronary Heart Disease, Atherosclerosis, Angina, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR). Dr. Shah is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Ashar joined Pioneer Cardiovascular, P.C. in 2004.  Originally from India, Dr. Ashar completed a residency in Internal Medicine at the Mount Sinai Medical Center in Cleveland, Ohio in 1998.  He then completed a Cardiovascular Fellowship at Good Samaritan Medical Center in Phoenix, Arizona in 2001.  Dr. Ashar is Board Certified in Cardiovascular Disease, Nuclear Cardiology as well as Interventional Cardiology. Dr. Ashar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arterial Embolism. His top areas of expertise are Coronary Heart Disease, Atherosclerosis, Angina, Familial Hypertension, and Pacemaker Implantation.

Ghassan Fraij is a Cardiologist in Tempe,, Arizona. Dr. Fraij is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arterial Embolism. His top areas of expertise are Apoplexy, Acute Coronary Syndrome, Heart Attack, and Endocarditis.

Over 15 years of experience in treating cardiovascular disease. Experience the compassionate and skillful care delivered by Dr. Memon for all your cardiovascular needs. His specialties are: Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease and ABVMS. He is affiliated with Chandler Regional Medical Center, Mercy Gilbert Medical Center, Banner Desert Medical Center, Cobre Valley Regional Medical Center, Banner University Phoenix, Yavapai Regional Medical Center and San Carlos Apache Healthcare Corporation.Intelligent and compasionate care only. Dr. Memon is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arterial Embolism. His top areas of expertise are Peripheral Artery Disease, Angina, Arterial Insufficiency, Pacemaker Implantation, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).

Overseas travel with family and friends. I've also added sailing and flying lessons for extra excitement. Dr. Khoury is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arterial Embolism. His top areas of expertise are Carotid Artery Disease, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Heart Bypass Surgery, and Carotid Artery Surgery.

I enjoy golf and outdoor activities.My interests also include minimally invasive approaches to limb salvage, venous pathology and carotid artery disease. Furthermore, I specialize in complex endograft repair of thoracic and abdominal aortic disease. Dr. Miller is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arterial Embolism. His top areas of expertise are Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers, Venous Insufficiency, Arterial Embolism, Carotid Artery Disease, and Carotid Artery Surgery.

Dr. Abhishek C. Sawant is a board certified fellowship trained in Cardiology and Interventional Cardiology serving the Dignity Health Medical Group Cardiology- Chandler area. He has extensive expertise in Cardiology with a special interest in valve replacement.Dr. Sawant started his career in the primary care space where he worked as a hospitalist. He continued his education and is known for his caring nature to treat the whole patient.Dr. Sawant completed his graduate school at the State University of New York at Buffalo where he received his Masters in Public Health. He continued his training in Internal Medicine Residency and Cardiovascular Disease Fellowship at the State University of New York at Buffalo. He further completed his Interventional Cardiology Fellowship at the University of Arizona School of Medicine/ Banner University Medical Center in Phoenix, Arizona where he served as the Chief Interventional Fellow. He completed an additional 1-year advanced Structural Heart Disease Fellowship at the University of Arizona School of Medicine where he received training in Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), MitraClip/ Transcatheter Edge-to-Edge Repair (TEER), Left Atrial Appendage Closure/Watchman, Atrial Septal Defect ASD) and Patent Foramen Ovale (PFO) closures. Dr. Sawant is Board certified in Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Diseases and Interventional Cardiology. Additionally, he is also board certified in Nuclear Cardiology as well.Dr. Sawant was awarded a 2-year Electrophysiology Research Fellowship at the Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Sawant is passionate about patient centered research and has participated in several clinical trials and authored numerous publications (Please see Pubmed:https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=SAWANT%2C+ABHISHEK&sort=date).He is also a reviewer in several peer-reviewed journals. Dr. Sawant's research has been referenced in the American Heart Association, American College of Cardiology and the European Society of Cardiology Clinical Guidelines. He was also a distinguished speaker at the Heart Rhythm Society 36th Annual Scientific Session in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr Sawant has been awarded several grants and awards/honors including the Young Investigator Award at the 2014 Annual Northwestern Cardiovascular Conference in Chicago, Illinois.Dr. Sawant has more than 15 years of clinical experience and was Clinical Instructor in Medicine at UCSF Fresno in Fresno, California for 5 years. He is passionate about teaching medical students, residents and cardiology fellows and is currently appointed as Clinical Assistant Professor of Medicine at the University of Arizona School of Medicine in Phoenix, Arizona. In his spare time Dr. Sawant loves hiking and bicycling with his family. Dr. Sawant is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arterial Embolism. His top areas of expertise are Heart Attack, Atrial Fibrillation, Coronary Heart Disease, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), and Aortic Valve Replacement.