Thomas Mattioni is a Cardiac Electrophysiologist in Scottsdale, Arizona. Dr. Mattioni is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Progressive Cardiac Conduction Defect. His top areas of expertise are Sick Sinus Syndrome, Arrhythmias, Atrial Fibrillation, Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation. Dr. Mattioni is currently accepting new patients.

As a dedicated cardiologist, I find great fulfillment in helping patients lead healthier lives through preventative care and evidence-based treatment. Outside the clinic, I maintain an active lifestyle by playing pickleball and squash, two sports that keep me energized and mentally sharp. I also have a passion for the arts and enjoy attending Broadway shows, which offer a creative escape and inspire balance in my life. Dr. Doss is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Progressive Cardiac Conduction Defect. His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Sitosterolemia, Stable Angina, and Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia.

A devoted family man and proud father of four daughters, Dr. Rizik cherishes time spent on the ocean with his wife and children. A passionate University of Michigan sports fan, he often travels to Ann Arbor to cheer on his team—especially during football season. Beyond his personal life, Dr. Rizik is deeply committed to his role as a physician. He brings unwavering dedication to his patients and is driven by a passion for advancing research, innovation, and medical education. Dr. Rizik is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Progressive Cardiac Conduction Defect. His top areas of expertise are Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Aortic Valve Stenosis, Coronary Heart Disease, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), and Aortic Valve Replacement.

My favorite place to be when I am not working is anywhere my wife and kids are. I love the Southwest and my daughters and I enjoy hiking in Grand Canyon and the Superstitions. Dr. Klassen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Progressive Cardiac Conduction Defect. His top areas of expertise are Aortic Regurgitation, Coronary Heart Disease, Atherosclerosis, and Mitral Valve Regurgitation.

Dr. Akash Makkar 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 Chief Cardiology Fellow for 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 sought-after Governor's Medal for best graduating medical student. He also did post graduation 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 procedure including complex trans-septal catheter ablations, implantation of complex cardiac devices, and laser lead extractions.  Dr. Makkar is also an active researcher, having authored numerous abstracts and manuscripts. Dr. Makkar has been recognized for being is one of the first electrophysiologists to perform flouroless (no radiation/x-rays) atrial fibrillation ablations in the state of Arizona. Dr. Makkar is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Progressive Cardiac Conduction Defect. His top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, Arrhythmias, Sick Sinus Syndrome, Cardiac Ablation, and Pacemaker Implantation.

Alan Tenaglia is a Cardiologist in Scottsdale, Arizona. Dr. Tenaglia is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Progressive Cardiac Conduction Defect. His top areas of expertise are Aortic Regurgitation, Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Atherosclerosis, and Coronary Heart Disease.

Rebecca Chester is an Interventional Cardiologist in Scottsdale,, Arizona. Dr. Chester is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Progressive Cardiac Conduction Defect. Her top areas of expertise are Coronary Heart Disease, Atherosclerosis, Pediatric Myocarditis, Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT), and Angioplasty.

Tennis. Dr. Zawaneh is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Progressive Cardiac Conduction Defect. His top areas of expertise are Arrhythmias, Atrial Fibrillation, Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope, Cardiac Ablation, and Pacemaker Implantation.

My professional interests span the full spectrum of cardiac electrophysiology, with a particular focus on catheter ablation of atrial tachyarrhythmias, device therapy for heart rhythm disorders, and the diagnosis and management of inherited arrhythmia and cardiomyopathy. I enjoy spending quality time with my family, cooking traditional Chinese dishes, and appreciating the rich cultural heritage of Peking Opera. These activities keep me grounded and connected to my roots, providing a fulfilling balance to my professional life. Dr. Bai is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Progressive Cardiac Conduction Defect. His top areas of expertise are Cardiac Tamponade, Atrial Fibrillation, Arrhythmias, Cardiac Ablation, and Pacemaker Implantation.

The Arizona Cardiology Group, its physicians, and its staff are dedicated to honoring the trust that our patients and referring physicians have given to us whenever we are asked to evaluate and treat a patient. To ensure that we honor that trust we will keep our knowledge base, technical skills, and communication skills at the highest level possible. We promise to always put the interests of the patient first. Dr. Ross is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Progressive Cardiac Conduction Defect. His top areas of expertise are Atrial Tachycardia, Atrioventricular Nodal Reentrant Tachycardia (AVNRT), Paroxysmal Supraventricular Tachycardia (PSVT), Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation.

David Riggio is a Cardiac Electrophysiologist in Scottsdale, Arizona. Dr. Riggio is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Progressive Cardiac Conduction Defect. His top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, Arrhythmias, Sick Sinus Syndrome, Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation. Dr. Riggio is currently accepting new patients.

Sushmitha Patibandla is a Cardiac Electrophysiologist and a Cardiologist in Scottsdale, Arizona. Dr. Patibandla is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Progressive Cardiac Conduction Defect. Her top areas of expertise are Arrhythmias, Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope, Cardiomyopathy, Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation. Dr. Patibandla is currently accepting new patients.

Junaid Bhutto is a Cardiac Electrophysiologist and a Cardiologist in Scottsdale, Arizona. Dr. Bhutto is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Progressive Cardiac Conduction Defect. His top areas of expertise are Arrhythmias, Sick Sinus Syndrome, Atrial Fibrillation, Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation. Dr. Bhutto 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 Familial Progressive Cardiac Conduction Defect. His top areas of expertise are Coronary Heart Disease, Atherosclerosis, Angina, Hypertension, and Pacemaker Implantation.

While I do all types of Heart Rhythm Medicine, my focused interest has been in the care of complex arrhythmia including the treatment of Ventricular Arrhythmias. I also focus extensively on the use of Robotics and automation in heart rhythm work. We are looking forward to offering this remarkable technology to our patients in the coming year. Dr. Weiss is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Progressive Cardiac Conduction Defect. His top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, Ectopic Heartbeat, Bidirectional Tachycardia, Cardiac Ablation, and Pacemaker Implantation.

I enjoy traveling and spending time with my wife and three daughters. I also appreciate the chance to use my engineering background for technology consultations. Dr. Su is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Progressive Cardiac Conduction Defect. His top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, Arrhythmias, Ventricular Tachycardia, Cardiac Ablation, and Pacemaker Implantation.

I enjoy time with my family, Christian community and trail running. Dr. Gideon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Progressive Cardiac Conduction Defect. His top areas of expertise are Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Atrial Fibrillation, Aortic Regurgitation, and Atherosclerosis.

I value my time with friends and family outside of work. Dr. Singh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Progressive Cardiac Conduction Defect. His top areas of expertise are Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Necrosis, Aortic Valve Stenosis, and Aortic Regurgitation.

Nathan Laufer MDCM, is originally from Montreal, Canada. He is medical graduate from McGill University, class of 1977. His internal medicine residency was completed at the University of Toronto, 1977-81, and his cardiology fellowship at the University of Michigan, 1981-83, where he remained on faculty prior to moving to Phoenix. Within one year of arriving, he became the Coronary Care Unit Director at Good Samaritan Hospital, a University of Arizona teaching hospital. He is board certified in Internal Medicine and Cardiology in Canada and the US, and board certified in Interventional Cardiology by the ABIM.He has been practicing and teaching cardiology in Phoenix for over 35 years. He is the founder and medical director of the Heart & Vascular Center of Arizona. He is past program director and founder of the 4th year Interventional Cardiology Fellowship at Banner Good Samaritan Hospital, founder of the Cardiovascular Society of Arizona, and past Chief, Department of Cardiovascular Disease Banner Estrella Medical Center in Phoenix.He is past President of the Arizona Medical Association. Over the years he has held numerous board positions including president of the Maricopa County Medical Society, president of the Phoenix Board of the American Heart Association, Counselor of the Arizona Chapter of the American College of Cardiology, and Board Member of the University of Michigan Club Of Greater Phoenix.He has received numerous awards including McGill University Scholarships, Teacher of the Year at Good Samaritan Hospital, and National Leadership Award, Wings of Memory, US Holocaust Memorial Museum. He is listed in Who's Who in America, 1998-2018; Phoenix Business Journal Survey of Most Influential in Health Care; Top Doc-Cardiovascular Disease, Phoenix Magazine 1998-2018; Best Doctors in America 2007-18; and numerous other listings.He has lectured all over the US, Russia, and Japan. He organized technique workshops and medical conferences on angioplasty, stenting, and rotablator technology and other aspects of cardiology. He has 98 publications to his credit, many in the field of Interventional Cardiology.He has also participated in numerous charitable activities including US Holocaust Memorial Museum, Anti-Defamation League, Phoenix Symphony, AJC, United Way's Alexis de Tocqueville Society, King David School, JNF, Friends of the IDF, and AIPAC.His wife, Judy, is also from Montreal, was a kindergarten teacher in the West Island and currently a children's book author. They married in 1986 and have one son, Andrew, currently living in Los Angeles.We provide comprehensive care including prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of coronary, vascular, and carotid disease, as well as arrhythmias, and women's cardiology. Dr. Laufer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Progressive Cardiac Conduction Defect. His top areas of expertise are Carotid Artery Disease, Arterial Embolism, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, and Xanthoma.

Dr. Bashir received his training at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation in Cleveland, Ohio, University of California, Irvine and the University of Colorado in Denver. Dr. Bashir is board-certified in the fields of Cardiovascular Disease, Nuclear Cardiology and Interventional Cardiology. Additionally, Dr. Bashir has received specialized training in the performance of intracardiac echocardiography, percutaneous closure of patent foramen ovale and atrial septal defects, as well as valvuloplasty and nonsurgical septal reduction therapy for hypertrophic obstructive cardiomyopathy. He has presented several studies at national cardiology meetings and has published many journal articles in major cardiology journals. Dr. Bashir's clinical skills are outstanding. He is happy to provide timely and professional care. Dr. Bashir is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Progressive Cardiac Conduction Defect. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Fainting, and Pacemaker Implantation.