At the Advanced Heart and Vascular Institute, we understand the concerns you may have when dealing with heart related helath issues. That's why we are fully committed to ensuring that you receive the personalized, one-on-one attention that you deserve. Our team of experienced physicians take the time to completely understand your concerns, accurately diagnose your issues and discuss all treatment options with you. Dr. Nafisi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Pacemaker Implantation. Her top areas of expertise are Apoplexy, Coronary Heart Disease, Atherosclerosis, Pacemaker Implantation, and Endoscopy.

Jamieson Bourque is a Cardiologist in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Bourque is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Pacemaker Implantation. His top areas of expertise are Coronary Heart Disease, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Ectopic Heartbeat, Tissue Biopsy, and Pacemaker Implantation. Dr. Bourque is currently accepting new patients.

Kelly Wingerter is a Cardiologist in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Wingerter is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Pacemaker Implantation. Her top areas of expertise are Heart Failure, Pulmonary Edema, Angina, Long QT Syndrome 2, and Pacemaker Implantation. Dr. Wingerter is currently accepting new patients.

Bernard Levi is a Cardiologist in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Levi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Pacemaker Implantation. His top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, Arrhythmias, Familial Ventricular Tachycardia, Coronary Heart Disease, and Pacemaker Implantation.

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 Advanced provider by MediFind in Pacemaker Implantation. His top areas of expertise are Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Aortic Valve Stenosis, Coronary Heart Disease, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), and Aortic Valve Replacement.

Fayz Yar Khan is a Family Medicine provider in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Yar Khan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Pacemaker Implantation. His top areas of expertise are Malabsorption, Endoscopy, and Pacemaker Implantation.

Running, dogs, cycling, swimming. Dr. Sorajja is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Pacemaker Implantation. His top areas of expertise are Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Aortic Valve Stenosis, Tricuspid Regurgitation, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), and Aortic Valve Replacement.

I enjoy exercise, cooking, family, traveling, design, golf, tennis, NBA, learning, and making human connections. Dr. Tung is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Pacemaker Implantation. His top areas of expertise are Ventricular Tachycardia, Arrhythmias, Heart Block, Cardiac Ablation, and Pacemaker Implantation.

David Riggio is an Internal Medicine provider in Scottsdale, Arizona. Dr. Riggio is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Pacemaker Implantation. His top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, Arrhythmias, Sick Sinus Syndrome, Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation.

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

Thomas Mattioni is a Cardiac Electrophysiologist in Scottsdale, Arizona. Dr. Mattioni is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Pacemaker Implantation. His top areas of expertise are Sick Sinus Syndrome, Arrhythmias, Atrial Fibrillation, Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation. Dr. Mattioni 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 Pacemaker Implantation. 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. 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 an Advanced provider by MediFind in Pacemaker Implantation. His top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, Arrhythmias, Sick Sinus Syndrome, Cardiac Ablation, and Pacemaker Implantation.

Biltmore Cardiology provides the most effective, efficient and compassionate cardiovascular care through research, education and a full continuum of patient care to the satisfaction of those we serve. Our goal is to enhance quality-of-life, promote cardiovascular awareness and deliver the best patient care. By providing open, honest communication, our physicians give you the knowledge to be comfortable and in control of your healthcare. The Biltmore Cardiology physicians and staff respect the integrity of every patient relationship and strive for continuous improvement and advancements in cardiovascular technology and care. Biltmore Cardiology offers state-of-the-art testing and consultations at our offices, including vascular and cardiac ultrasound, nuclear cardiology, and electrophysiology. Our highly-trained physicians offer a full spectrum of options for non-invasive and invasive cardiac procedures. We look forward to assisting you in all your cardiovascular healthcare needs. Dr. Kirshner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Pacemaker Implantation. His top areas of expertise are Aortic Valve Stenosis, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), and Aortic Valve Replacement.

Dr. Siamak Rassadi is a Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist in Phoenix, Arizona. He graduated with honors in 1998. Having more than 21 years of diverse experiences, especially in CARDIAC ELECTROPHYSIOLOGY, CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASE (CARDIOLOGY). Dr. Rassadi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Pacemaker Implantation. His top areas of expertise are Arrhythmias, Heart Murmurs, Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM), Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation.

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 Pacemaker Implantation. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Fainting, and Pacemaker Implantation.

Kristine Sellberg is a Cardiologist in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Sellberg is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Pacemaker Implantation. Her top areas of expertise are Bicuspid Aortic Valve, Angina, Aortic Regurgitation, Atherosclerosis, and Pacemaker Implantation. Dr. Sellberg is currently accepting new patients.

To help people achieve health for life. Dr. Klein is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Pacemaker Implantation. His top areas of expertise are Carotid Artery Disease, Idiopathic Edema, Arterial Embolism, Venous Insufficiency, and Pacemaker Implantation.

To help people achieve health for life. Dr. Singh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Pacemaker Implantation. His top areas of expertise are Arterial Embolism, Angina, Carotid Artery Disease, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), and Aortic Valve Replacement.

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 Pacemaker Implantation. His top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, Ectopic Heartbeat, Bidirectional Tachycardia, Cardiac Ablation, and Pacemaker Implantation.