The 20 Best Atherosclerosis Doctors Near Me in Santa Maria, CA

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 30 doctor with experience in Atherosclerosis near Santa Maria, CA. Of these, 22 are Experienced and 8 are Advanced.

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    Alex T. Harrison
    Advanced in Atherosclerosis
    Advanced in Atherosclerosis

    Central Coast Comprehensive Cardiovascular Imaging

    1510 E Main St, Ste 101, 
    Santa Maria, CA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Alex Harrison, MD, FACC is a board certified cardiologist serving the community of Santa Maria as well as offering noninvasive outpatient cardiovascular imaging services at C4 Imaging. He earned both his Bachelor of Science and Medical Doctorate degrees from the University of California, San Diego. He then completed internal medicine training with Scripps Mercy Hospital in San Diego and cardiovascular fellowship training at the University of California, Irvine. He performs angiograms and implants pacemakers and defibrillators. Additionally, he has clinical and research expertise in the cutting edge field of cardiovascular imaging including appropriate use and interpretation of cardiac CT angiography and cardiac MRI studies. He founded Santa Marias first outpatient cardiac nuclear myocardial perfusion program and is the Director of Central Coast Comprehensive Cardiovascular (C4) Imaging. He was named in 2011 and currently acts as the Director of the Non-Invasive Cardiology Department at Marian Regional Medical Center. He was elected by his peers to serve as the Chief of Cardiology at Marian Regional Medical Center for 2012 and 2013. Dr. Harrison is fluent in both English and Spanish; his services are available to adult cardiovascular patients. Dr. Harrison is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atherosclerosis. His top areas of expertise are Heart Attack, Apoplexy, Aortic Regurgitation, Hypertensive Heart Disease, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Samir N. Bhatt
    Advanced in Atherosclerosis
    Advanced in Atherosclerosis

    Central Coast Comprehensive Cardiovascular Imaging

    1510 E Main St, Ste 101, 
    Santa Maria, CA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    I strive to provide my patients with the best medical care possible. Dr. Bhatt is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atherosclerosis. His top areas of expertise are COVID-19, Atrial Tachycardia, Atrioventricular Nodal Reentrant Tachycardia (AVNRT), Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation.

    Jason C. Choi
    Advanced in Atherosclerosis
    Advanced in Atherosclerosis

    Cardiology - Dignity Health - Santa Maria, CA

    1510 E. Main Street, Suite 104-C, 
    Santa Maria, CA 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jason Choi is a board certified cardiologist who is proud to serve the CentralCoast of California. Dr. Choi received his Bachelor of Arts from the University ofPennsylvania and his Medical Doctorate from the Jacobs School of Medicine andBiomedical Sciences in New York. He completed his internal medicineresidency at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, one of Harvard MedicalSchool’s major teaching hospitals. He completed his cardiology fellowship atUCLA Medical Center, where he served as Chief Cardiology Fellow.Dr. Choi provides cardiology services to Arroyo Grande Community Hospital aswell as Marian Regional Medical Center, where he previously served as Chair ofMedicine. He is the current Medical Director of the Cardiac Rehabilitation Centerin Santa Maria. Dr. Choi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atherosclerosis. His top areas of expertise are Hypertensive Heart Disease, Atrial Fibrillation, Cardiomyopathy, and Aortic Valve Stenosis.

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    Advanced in Atherosclerosis
    Cardiology | Interventional Cardiology
    Advanced in Atherosclerosis
    Cardiology | Interventional Cardiology

    Midcoast Cardiovascular Associates

    220 S Palisade Dr, Ste 101, 
    Santa Maria, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    We strive to provide caring compassionate, state of the art, cardiac care to all our patients. With over 17 years experience in complex cardiovascular disease management . We value the trust patients and families place in us and enjoy the personal relations that form during treatment. This philosophy has lead to numerous satisfied patients and many life long friends. Dr. Ginkel is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atherosclerosis. His top areas of expertise are Coronary Heart Disease, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Degos Disease, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Mansoor A. Arain
    Experienced in Atherosclerosis
    Internal Medicine | Cardiology | Interventional Cardiology
    Experienced in Atherosclerosis
    Internal Medicine | Cardiology | Interventional Cardiology

    Cardiology - Dignity Health - Santa Maria, CA

    1510 E. Main Street, Suite 104-C, 
    Santa Maria, CA 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Mansoor Arain is an Interventional Cardiologist graduated medical school at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA and is board certified in Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease and General Pediatrics.He completed a fellowship in Cardiovascular Disease and an advanced fellowship in Interventional Cardiology at the University of Michigan Health System.  Dr. Arain is passionate about minimally-invasive structural heart disease interventions and looks forward to expanding the structural heart program at Marian Regional Medical Center.  Born and raised in Santa Maria, he is excited to return to his hometown and to serve the Central Coast community. ❝ I strive to provide high-quality, evidence-based, personalized, andcompassionate medical care to all of my patients and to treat everyonewith kindness and respect.❞~ Mansoor Arain, MD. Dr. Arain is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atherosclerosis. His top areas of expertise are Aortic Valve Stenosis, Heart Attack, Coronary Heart Disease, and Apoplexy.

    Mohammad A. Arain
    Experienced in Atherosclerosis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Atherosclerosis
    Internal Medicine

    CCFM - Shepard Office

    1505 S Shepard Dr, Ste 104, 
    Santa Maria, CA 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Punjabi, Sindhi, Urdu
    Accepting New Patients

    Dedicated to best medical care possible for our patients. Dr. Arain is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atherosclerosis. His top areas of expertise are Hypertensive Heart Disease, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, and Cirrhosis.

    Albert W. Hawkins
    Advanced in Atherosclerosis
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Atherosclerosis
    Internal Medicine

    Albert W. Hawkins, MD Private Practice

    1300 E Cypress St, Ste G1, 
    Santa Maria, CA 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    I strive to provide my patients with the best medical care possible. Dr. Hawkins is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atherosclerosis. His top areas of expertise are Autosomal Dominant Partial Epilepsy with Auditory Features, Visceromegaly, Hepatitis C, and Memory Loss.

    Donald J. Hole
    Experienced in Atherosclerosis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Atherosclerosis
    Family Medicine

    Okerblom, Voegele, And Hole MD

    915 E Stowell Rd, Ste C, 
    Santa Maria, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    I strive to provide my patients with the best medical care possible. Dr. Hole is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atherosclerosis. His top areas of expertise are Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Osteoporosis, Cirrhosis, and Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia.

    John P. Okerblom
    Experienced in Atherosclerosis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Atherosclerosis
    Family Medicine

    CCFC - Chapel Office

    915 E Stowell Rd, Ste B, 
    Santa Maria, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    I strive to provide my patients with the best medical care possible. Dr. Okerblom is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atherosclerosis. His top areas of expertise are Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, and High Cholesterol.

    Melinda K. Jezierski
    Experienced in Atherosclerosis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Atherosclerosis
    Family Medicine

    CCFC - Chapel Office

    915 E Stowell Rd, Ste B, 
    Santa Maria, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dedicated to providing high quality primary health care in Santa Maria and Orcutt. I believe in long-term relationships with patients based on clear communication. These relationships are my highest priority, and I will always strive to be advocates for your health care needs. Dr. Jezierski is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atherosclerosis. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, and High Cholesterol.

    Thomas M. Dawes
    Experienced in Atherosclerosis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Atherosclerosis
    Family Medicine

    Thomas M Dawes Jr MD A Medical Corporation

    116 S Palisade Dr, Suite 210, 
    Santa Maria, CA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Thomas Dawes is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Santa Maria, California. Dr. Dawes 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, Anemia, Degos Disease, and Obesity.

    Victor M. Guerrero
    Experienced in Atherosclerosis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Atherosclerosis
    Internal Medicine

    CHC-Santa Maria-Palisade Primary Care

    1510 E. Main St, Ste 104B, 
    Santa Maria, CA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Victor Guerrero is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Santa Maria, California. Dr. Guerrero is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atherosclerosis. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension.

    Peter A. Krause
    Experienced in Atherosclerosis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Atherosclerosis
    Family Medicine

    Peter Alan Krause Medical Corp

    2151 S College Dr, Ste 203, 
    Santa Maria, CA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    I am also a strong believer in life after death. Our place in this world, and our mere existence on Earth, is not by chance. We all have a purpose for our existence, and it is important that we spend time daily striving to meet that purpose.I am a big believer in helping the body and mind heal themselves. Illness in general can be looked on as a breakdown of the body's natural balance. I, as a physician can aid you as a patient regain that natural balance that allows your body, mind and spirit to function at their best, no matter what your age. Using this philosophy, along with the power of modern medical science, goes a long way to maximizing our potential. Dr. Krause is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atherosclerosis. His top areas of expertise are Caroli Disease, Hepatic Cystic Hamartoma, Osteoporosis, and Postmenopausal Osteoporosis.

    Michael S. Haverty
    Experienced in Atherosclerosis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Atherosclerosis
    Family Medicine

    Haverty Vanterpool & Allen Medical Group

    2342 Professional Pkwy, Ste 260, 
    Santa Maria, CA 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    I strive to provide my patients with the best medical care possible. Dr. Haverty 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, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Chronic Cough, and Ventricular Fibrillation.

    Jesse Arellano
    Experienced in Atherosclerosis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Atherosclerosis
    Family Medicine

    Primary Care - Dignity Health - Santa Maria, CA

    2271 S Depot St, 
    Santa Maria, CA 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jesse Arellano is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Santa Maria, California. Dr. Arellano is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atherosclerosis. His top areas of expertise are Lipoid Proteinosis, Lipogranulomatosis, Alcoholic Cirrhosis, and Enlarged Liver. Dr. Arellano is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Atherosclerosis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Atherosclerosis
    Internal Medicine

    Michael Kazak MD Inc.

    1040 W Main St, 
    Santa Maria, CA 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Kazak is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Santa Maria, California. Dr. Kazak is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atherosclerosis. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Memory Loss, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Enlarged Liver.

    Experienced in Atherosclerosis
    Experienced in Atherosclerosis

    Kishor D. Popat, MD Private Practice

    1505 S Shepard Dr, Ste 203, 
    Santa Maria, CA 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Gujarati , Hindi, Swahili

    Kishor Popat is a Cardiologist in Santa Maria, California. Dr. Popat is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atherosclerosis. His top areas of expertise are Heart Murmurs, Angina, Metabolic Syndrome, and Unstable Angina.

    Experienced in Atherosclerosis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Atherosclerosis
    Internal Medicine

    Med Plus Central Coast

    2271 S Depot St, 
    Santa Maria, CA 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    James Sweeney is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Santa Maria, California. Dr. Sweeney is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atherosclerosis. His top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4, Familial Hypercholesterolemia, and Heterozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia (HeFH).

    Lorianna P. Fletcher
    Advanced in Atherosclerosis
    Advanced in Atherosclerosis

    Cardiology - Dignity Health - Arroyo Grande, CA

    850 Fair Oaks Ave, Suite 100, 
    Arroyo Grande, CA 
     (14.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    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.

    Rashiklal R. Patel
    Experienced in Atherosclerosis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Atherosclerosis
    Internal Medicine

    Primary Care - Dignity Health - Santa Maria, CA

    5075 S Bradley Rd, Suite 131, 
    Santa Maria, CA 
     (6.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Gujarati , Hindi
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Rashiklal Patel, MD, is a Board Certified Internal Medicine Specialist in Santa Maria. He has more than 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Patel graduated from Kasturba Medical College of Mangalore and Manipal University in India. He completed his Internal Medicine residency at Flushing Hospital in New York.Dr. Patel is affiliated with Marian Regional Medical Center. Dr. Patel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atherosclerosis. His top areas of expertise are Hypertensive Heart Disease, Enlarged Liver, Pediatric Myocarditis, and Familial Hypercholesterolemia.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Atherosclerosis?

    Atherosclerosis, sometimes called "hardening of the arteries," occurs when fat, cholesterol, and other substances build up in the walls of arteries. These deposits are called plaques. Over time, these plaques can narrow or completely block the arteries and cause problems throughout the body.

    Atherosclerosis is a common disorder.

    When should I see an Atherosclerosis doctor near Santa Maria, CA?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing an Atherosclerosis doctor near Santa Maria, CA?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Atherosclerosis doctors near Santa Maria, CA?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Atherosclerosis doctors near Santa Maria, CA?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with an Atherosclerosis doctor near Santa Maria, CA?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Atherosclerosis doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Atherosclerosis doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with an Atherosclerosis doctor near Santa Maria, CA?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Atherosclerosis doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Atherosclerosis doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Atherosclerosis doctors near Santa Maria, CA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Atherosclerosis doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find an Atherosclerosis doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Atherosclerosis doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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