Dr. Fletcher is a California native and moved to the San Luis Obispo area in 1998. She received her M.D. degree from Tulane University School of Medicine in 1991. Additional training includes a Masters Degree in Public Health from Tulane University and Internal Medicine residency at Duke University. She did her Cardiology Fellowship at Cedars Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, California from 1995-1998. She is board certified in Cardiovascular Disease, Echocardiography and Nuclear Cardiology.She is a fellow of the American College of Cardiology with additional training in coronary CT angiography. Her areas of specialty include cardiac rehabilitation, preventative cardiology and noninvasive myocardial imaging with nuclear imaging and echocardiography. She is the director of Coastal Cardiology’s state of the art nuclear imaging laboratory. When not working she is busy running marathons or just running after her two children. Dr. Fletcher is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atherosclerosis. Her top areas of expertise are Arrhythmias, Atrial Fibrillation, Supravalvular Aortic Stenosis, Atherosclerosis, and Pacemaker Implantation.

Whether addressing acute symptoms or managing chronic concerns, Coastal Cardiology physicians acknowledge each patient's leadership in identifying their healthcare goals. We believe our ability to provide exemplary care is strengthened when we work in collaboration with the patient, their family members and other healthcare providers. We demonstrate our respect and compassion by committing to continuous improvement, through constant education, ongoing training and frequent feedback. Dr. Bocchicchio is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atherosclerosis. His top areas of expertise are Cardiomyopathy, Arrhythmias, Atherosclerosis, Pacemaker Implantation, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).

Dr. Niku grew up in San Luis Obispo as the son of two Cal Poly professors. He attended college at UCLA, where he received his B.S. in biochemistry in 2011. He then attended medical school at The Ohio State University in Columbus, Ohio, receiving his M.D. in 2016. He trained in Internal Medicine at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center from 2016 to 2019 and in Cardiovascular Disease at the University of Texas Health Science Center in Houston 2019 to 2022.Dr. Niku is board certified in Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease, Adult Echocardiography, Nuclear Cardiology, and Cardiac CT. His professional interests include non-invasive imaging, valvular heart disease, and onco-cardiology (the management of chronic cardiac conditions in cancer patients). During his training, he participated in research projects examining the natural history and treatment of cardiac arrhythmias and amyloid heart disease.In his spare time, Dr. Niku enjoys cooking, making ice cream, and playing music. Dr. Niku is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atherosclerosis. His top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, Cardiomyopathy, Coronary Heart Disease, and Atherosclerosis.

Dr. Robert Doria has lived on the Central Coast and practiced Cardiovascular Medicine as a partner with Coastal Cardiology since 1990. His undergraduate education was obtained at the U.S. Air Force Academy and the University of California, Los Angeles. He attended graduate schools at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor and UCLA where he studied radiation biology and radiation physics. He attended medical school at the University of Southern California. After residency in Internal Medicine, he completed his fellowship in Cardiology at the University of California, Irvine.While he practices all aspects of cardiology, his primary interests are in the treatment of coronary artery disease, interventional revascularization procedures, cardiac arrhythmias including treatment with pacemaker and defibrillator devices, and advanced congestive heart failure, including the use of device therapies for support and cardiac transplantation.Dr. Doria has received Board Certification in Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Diseases, and Interventional Cardiology from the American Board of Internal Medicine. He was elected to Fellowship in the American College of Cardiology in 1990.Dr. Doria lives with his wife and three children and enjoys spending spare time with family activities, youth sports, basketball and snow skiing. Dr. Doria is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atherosclerosis. His top areas of expertise are Ventricular Fibrillation, Paroxysmal Ventricular Fibrillation, Coronary Heart Disease, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), and Aortic Valve Replacement.

Dr. Mark Sada joined our group in 1997. He received his undergraduate degree from Stanford University and received his MD from the University of California at Irvine in 1989. Dr. Sada’s additional training was at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center in Internal Medicine and Cardiology. Dr. Sada is board certified in cardiology and interventional cardiology. His areas of interest include catheter-based treatment of coronary artery and peripheral vascular disease as well as carotid stenting, implantation of pacemakers, cardiac defibrillators, and cardiac resynchronization therapy. His hobbies include tennis and skiing.Learn More. Dr. Sada is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atherosclerosis. His top areas of expertise are Cardiomyopathy, Supravalvular Aortic Stenosis, Arrhythmias, Pacemaker Implantation, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).

Whether addressing acute symptoms or managing chronic concerns, Coastal Cardiology physicians acknowledge each patient's leadership in identifying their healthcare goals. We believe our ability to provide exemplary care is strengthened when we work in collaboration with the patient, their family members and other healthcare providers. We demonstrate our respect and compassion by committing to continuous improvement, through constant education, ongoing training and frequent feedback. Dr. Bandari is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atherosclerosis. His top areas of expertise are Cardiomyopathy, Atrial Fibrillation, Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy, Atherosclerosis, and Pacemaker Implantation.

I completed my residency in internal medicine at the University of California, Irvine, and a fellowship in cardiovascular diseases at the Ochsner Heart and Vascular Institute in New Orleans.  While at the Scripps Clinic, I completed a fellowship in interventional cardiology as well as a fellowship in Structural Heart Disease and Peripheral Vascular Interventions, receiving an additional year of formal training in transcatheter aortic valve replacement, Watchman left atrial appendage closure, ASD/PFO closure, mitral valve repair, and peripheral vascular interventions.I'm a past fellow-in-training member of the Interventional Scientific Council for the American College of Cardiology and a current member of the Interventional Writing Group. I'm also a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology and the Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions (SCAI).My goal is to provide outstanding cardiovascular care to Bakersfield and the southern San Joaquin Valley. Dr. Thompson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atherosclerosis. His top areas of expertise are Heart Attack, Apoplexy, Angina, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).

I believe in Excellence in the art and science of healing the heart. Dr. Tway is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atherosclerosis. His top areas of expertise are Hypertensive Heart Disease, Pediatric Myocarditis, Necrosis, and Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia.

I strive to provide my patients with the best medical care possible. Dr. Weiss is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atherosclerosis. Her top areas of expertise are Hypothyroidism, Obesity in Children, Visceromegaly, and Enlarged Liver.

I strive to provide my patients with the best medical care possible. Dr. Faber is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atherosclerosis. His top areas of expertise are Arterial Embolism, Carotid Artery Disease, Aortic Valve Stenosis, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Carotid Artery Surgery.

Patrick Coughlin is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Arroyo Grande, California. Dr. Coughlin is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atherosclerosis. His top areas of expertise are Peripheral Artery Disease, Atherosclerosis, Sepsis, Aneurysm Repair, and Angioplasty.

Andrea Tackett is a Cardiologist in San Luis Obispo, California. Dr. Tackett is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atherosclerosis. Her top areas of expertise are Arrhythmias, Atrial Fibrillation, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Pacemaker Implantation.

David Ruiz is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Pismo Beach, California. Dr. Ruiz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atherosclerosis. His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension.

Ernest Jones is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Pismo Beach, California. Dr. Jones is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atherosclerosis. His top areas of expertise are Cirrhosis, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, and High Cholesterol.

Amanthi Chandrasena is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Pismo Beach, California. Dr. Chandrasena is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atherosclerosis. Her top areas of expertise are Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, Melorheostosis, Osteopenia, and High Cholesterol.

Cu Nguyen is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Pismo Beach, California. Dr. Nguyen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atherosclerosis. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Nasal Polyps, High Cholesterol, and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.

Lymar Bik is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Arroyo Grande, California. Dr. Bik is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atherosclerosis. Her top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Cirrhosis, and Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia.

Patrick Welch is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Arroyo Grande, California. Dr. Welch is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atherosclerosis. His top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.

Ethan Etnyre is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Oceano, California. Dr. Etnyre is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atherosclerosis. His top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension.

Gary Foresman is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Arroyo Grande, California. Dr. Foresman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atherosclerosis. His top areas of expertise are Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Osteoporosis, Hypothyroidism, and Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia.