Feroz Padder is a Cardiologist and an Interventional Cardiologist in Laurel, Maryland. Dr. Padder is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. His top areas of expertise are Heart Attack, Hypertensive Heart Disease, Atherosclerosis, and Coronary Heart Disease.

Dr. Vinay Gulati is a board-certified cardiologist with expertise in hypertension, hyperlipidemia, and coronary artery disease. He completed his medical education at the prestigious All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, followed by residencies and fellowships at renowned institutions in India and the United States, including the University of Connecticut.Dr. Gulati joined Padder Health Services in 2024, a healthcare provider in Maryland dedicated to delivering exceptional primary care and cardiology services in Laurel, Columbia, and Hagerstown. Dr. Gulati is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. His top areas of expertise are Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Fainting.

Dr. Imtiaz H. Chowdhry is a highly experienced cardiologist with a career spanning over four decades. A graduate of the prestigious King Edward Medical University in 1975, he completed his internal medicine residency in 1981 and a fellowship in Cardiovascular Disease in 1983, both at SUNY Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine.Dr. Chowdhry is board-certified in Cardiovascular Disease and Internal Medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine. With a special focus on Nuclear Cardiology and Cardiovascular Disease, he combines advanced expertise with compassionate care, making him a trusted healthcare provider for patients seeking the best cardiologist in Columbia, MD.Committed to improving heart health, Dr. Chowdhry offers comprehensive diagnostic and treatment options, ensuring personalized care for each patient. Whether managing complex cardiovascular conditions or providing preventive care, his dedication to excellence has made him a leading name in cardiology. Dr. Chowdhry is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. His top areas of expertise are Sitosterolemia, High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

Steven Diener is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Columbia, Maryland. Dr. Diener is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. His top areas of expertise are Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, and High Cholesterol.

Dr. Michael E. Carlos is a board-certified cardiologist specializing in cardiovascular disease prevention and long-term cardiac care. He earned his medical degree and completed his internal medicine residency at Northeastern Ohio University College of Medicine, followed by advanced cardiology training at the Medical College of Wisconsin and a fellowship in cardiac and peripheral interventions at the Cardiovascular Institute of the South.With a patient-centered approach, Dr. Carlos is dedicated to improving heart health through personalized care and evidence-based treatments. Dr. Carlos is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Dilated Cardiomyopathy, and Coronary Heart Disease.

Mercy Jackson, M.D., has practiced primary care in the Howard County community for more than 18 years. She received her medical degree from Stanley Medical College in India. Dr. Jackson then completed her residency with Saint Agnes Hospital in Baltimore and completed her intern year with New York Methodist Hospital in Brooklyn, New York. Dr. Jackson's areas of expertise are preventive care, management of chronic conditions and obesity medicine. She treats obesity as a disease and helps her patients in their weight-loss journey in order to prevent chronic illnesses. Over the years she has enjoyed building a relationship and bond with her patients. She has also enjoyed working with like- minded professionals who share her passion to help people take better care of their health. Dr. Jackson is a careful listener and does her very best to help her patients with their medical concerns. She also enjoys participating in community outreach projects like medical camps and medical mission trips. When not with patients, she enjoys spending time with my family, traveling, swimming, biking and being outdoors. Dr. Jackson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Her top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Neuronal Intranuclear Inclusion Disease (NIID).

Nuzhat Sayyida, D.O., received her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Nova Southeastern University and her masters in Pharmacology from Tulane University. Dr. Sayyida completed her internal medicine residency at Albert Einstein Medical Center in Philadelphia and her areas of expertise are primary and preventative care. Providing excellent care is deeply important to her as well as getting to know her patients, forming a relationship with them and helping them manage their medical conditions. When not caring for patients, she loves reading, gardening and traveling. Dr. Sayyida is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.

Seyyed Ali Sajjadi, M.D., practices family medicine at Johns Hopkins Community Physicians in Fulton. He received his medical degree from Tabriz University of Medical Sciences in 1994. Dr. Sajjadi completed his residency training at Mercy Family Medicine Residency Program in Des Moines, Iowa, where he served as chief resident. He has completed an Academic Faculty Development Fellowship at the University of Illinois, College of Medicine at Rockford. His professional interests include chronic disease management, faculty development and medical education. Upon completion of his fellowship, Dr. Sajjadi was an assistant professor of family medicine at the University of Illinois, College of Medicine at Rockford. He has been involved in medical education throughout his medical career with experiences ranging from being family medicine clerkship director, to the clinical training for all levels of trainees (medical students and residents). Dr. Sajjadi enjoys spending time with his family, photography, biking and camping. He looks forward to the many opportunities for outdoor recreation that Maryland offers. Dr. Sajjadi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension.

Samantha Swords, M.D., is a Family Medicine physician with Johns Hopkins Community Physicians. Dr. Swords received her medical degree from Florida State University College of Medicine in Tallahassee, FL. She went on to complete her residency program at Bayfront Health in St. Petersburg, FL. As a physician, Dr. Swords enjoys the connections made with patients and families in addition to being able to provide care for her patients across their entire lifetime. In her free time, she is often baking, knitting and crocheting. Dr. Swords is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Her top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension.

Mariam Philip is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Fulton, Maryland. Dr. Philip is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Her top areas of expertise are Perioral Dermatitis, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension.

Dr. Alexander Chudnovsky joined Cardiovascular Specialists in 2004 following the completion of his Cardiology fellowship at the Milton S. Hershey Medical Center in Hershey, Pennsylvania. He is trained in nuclear cardiology, echocardiography and transesophageal echo. He is currently the director of echocardiography for the practice. He and his wife, who is a radiologist, have two children and reside in Howard County. A member of the Active physician admitting staff at Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center, he currently serves Medical Director of Echocardiography and as Medical Director of Cardiac Rehabilitation. Videos Diagnostic Testing for Heart Disease (Q&A). Dr. Chudnovsky is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. His top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, Atherosclerosis, Coronary Heart Disease, and Mitral Valve Regurgitation.

Dr. Keith Friedman joined the practice in 2003 following the completion of his Cardiology fellowship at the University of Maryland Medical Center. Dr. Friedman is also trained in nuclear cardiology and echocardiography. Born and raised in Baltimore, Dr. Friedman and his wife, who reside in Pikesville, have two sons and a daughter. A member of the Active physician admitting staff at Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center, he currently serves as Section Chief of Cardiology and as Medical Director of the Cardiac Telemetry Unit. Dr. Friedman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. His top areas of expertise are Arrhythmias, Atrial Fibrillation, High Cholesterol, and Cardiomyopathy.

Robert Mccarthy is a Cardiologist in Columbia, Maryland. Dr. Mccarthy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. His top areas of expertise are Heart Murmurs, Atrial Fibrillation, Ectopic Heartbeat, and Hypertensive Heart Disease.

Currently the practice's Managing Physician, Dr. Michael Silverman joined Cardiovascular Specialists in 1994 after completing a cardiology fellowship at Temple University in Philadelphia. He has special interests in echocardiography and nuclear cardiology. Dr. Silverman also has a strong interest in cardiovascular disease in athletes, especially those who participate in endurance sports. Under his direction, our echocardiography program achieved accreditation by IAC, the Intersocietal Accreditation Commission. He is presently Medical Director of the practice's nuclear cardiology department, which is also accredited by IAC. A member of the Active physician admitting staff at Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center, he is past president of the HCGH Professional Staff and past Chairman of the Department of Medicine at HCGH. His community involvement includes past membership on the Board of Directors of the Ulman Cancer Fund for Young Adults and the Columbia Association Medical Advisory Board. Currently, he is a member of the American College of Cardiology Maryland Chapter Board of Governors. Dr. Silverman is an instructor in Medicine-Cardiology at Johns Hopkins Medicine. A Baltimore native, he went to Duke University and now resides in Ellicott City with his wife. He has two daughters and two grandsons. Dr. Silverman's personal interests include cycling and triathlons. He has completed three Ironman triathlons (including KONA) and numerous other athletic endurance events. Videos Heart Attack Symptoms and Prevention (Q&A) The Importance of Calling 9-1-1 for Heart Attack Symptoms. Dr. Silverman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. His top areas of expertise are Mitral Valve Regurgitation, High Cholesterol, Atherosclerosis, and Coronary Heart Disease.

Dr. Eric Schwartz joined Cardiovascular Specialists in July 2012. In addition to training in nuclear cardiology, echocardiography, and vascular ultrasound, Dr. Schwartz is trained in the implantation of pacemakers and defibrillators. A Howard County native, Dr. Schwartz and his wife have two sons. In his spare time, he is an avid Peloton cyclist and enjoys strength training. A member of the Active physician admitting staff at Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center, he currently serves as the Chairman, Department of Medicine, Chair of the Medical Staff Credentials Committee, Co-Chair of the Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center STEMI Committee, and Medical Director of the Interventional Radiology Cardiovascular Lab. Dr. Shwartz is a member of the Electrophysiology Clinical Community of the JHHS. He is a past recipient of the HCGH Physician of the Year award, and two-time winner of the Johns Hopkins Innovations in Clinical Care Excellence Award. Videos Implantable Heart Monitor - Loop Recorder (Q&A) Implantable Devices for People with Heart Conditions (Q&A) 2018 Physician of the Year. Dr. Schwartz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. His top areas of expertise are Arrhythmias, Familial Ventricular Tachycardia, Catecholaminergic Polymorphic Ventricular Tachycardia, Ventricular Tachycardia, and Pacemaker Implantation.

Abeda Ali is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Columbia, Maryland. Dr. Ali is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Her top areas of expertise are Type B Insulin Resistance Syndrome, Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome, Cytochrome C Oxidase Deficiency, and Mitochondrial Complex V Deficiency.

Dr. Daniel Kim joined Cardiovascular Specialists in 2018 following completion of his cardiology fellowship at the University of Maryland. As a non-invasive cardiologist, he is trained in echocardiography, transesophageal echocardiography, nuclear medicine, and vascular ultrasound. He and his wife, who is a pediatric pulmonologist specializing in sleep, have two children and reside in Howard County. Dr. Kim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. His top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, Familial Ventricular Tachycardia, Atherosclerosis, and Coronary Heart Disease.

David Jackson is a Cardiologist in Columbia, Maryland. Dr. Jackson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. His top areas of expertise are Arrhythmias, Catecholaminergic Polymorphic Ventricular Tachycardia, Ventricular Tachycardia, and Familial Ventricular Tachycardia.

Dr. Andrew Weiss joined Cardiovascular Specialists in July 2016 following completion of his cardiology fellowship at the University of Maryland Medical Center in Baltimore, where his training included nuclear cardiology, echocardiography and vascular ultrasound. He completed his medical school training at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine in Philadelphia, and residency at the Hospital of the University in Pennsylvania, also in Philadelphia. Originally from the Lancaster, Pennsylvania area, Dr. Weiss and his wife and two daughters reside in Howard County. Dr. Weiss is a member of the Active physician admitting staff at Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center. He serves as a member of the Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee. Videos 2018 Best Consulting Physician—Andrew Weiss, M.D., Howard County General Hospital. Dr. Weiss is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. His top areas of expertise are Arrhythmias, High Cholesterol, Atherosclerosis, and Atrial Fibrillation.

Sean Gloth is a Cardiologist in Columbia, Maryland. Dr. Gloth is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. His top areas of expertise are Heart Murmurs, Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Ectopic Heartbeat, and Aortic Regurgitation.