Overview
Dr. Yousif Ahmad is an interventional cardiologist who specializes in caring for patients with chronic total occlusions (persistent blockages of the arteries that supply the heart) and other complex coronary abnormalities. He has expertise in performing transcatheter (minimally invasive) aortic valve replacements, or TAVRs, for patients with aortic stenosis (narrowing that obstructs blood flow). He enjoys working with patients and families to understand their priorities and tailor their care accordingly. In his research, Ahmad studies coronary revascularization (treatments that restore adequate blood flow) in heart failure. Also interested in clinical trials, he uses meta-analytic methodologies to synthesize complex datasets, with the goal of establishing the best standards of care for various problems in cardiology. He has published more than 120 peer-reviewed manuscripts in leading journals and authored multiple book chapters. Ahmad earned his medical degree from the University of Nottingham in England. He completed a residency at Birmingham City and Sandwell General hospitals and fellowships in cardiovascular medicine and interventional cardiology at Imperial College London. He then completed a fellowship in complex and high-risk percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) and mechanical circulatory support at Columbia University Irving Medical Center and a fellowship in structural heart disease at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. He also earned a doctorate in aortic and coronary physiology from Imperial College London. Ahmad's achievements, including his leadership and research, have been recognized with awards from several professional organizations, including the Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions, American College of Cardiology, American Heart Association and British Cardiac Society. He is regularly invited to lecture at prominent cardiology conferences all over the world. Prior to joining UCSF, he served as director of Yale University's program in complex and high-risk PCI.
Dr. Ahmad is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Coronary Heart Disease, Aortic Valve Stenosis, Heart Attack, Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI), and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 166 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Ahmad is currently accepting new patients.
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400 Parnassus Ave., Fifth Floor, San Francisco, CA 94143
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Yousif Ahmad
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Yousif Ahmad?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Yousif Ahmad by calling their office at 415-353-2873. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Yousif Ahmad a top-rated expert for Coronary Heart Disease?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Yousif Ahmad is classified as an Distinguished expert for Coronary Heart Disease, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Yousif Ahmad specialize in?
While Dr. Yousif Ahmad is a Interventional Cardiology, they have specific expertise in Coronary Heart Disease, Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI), and Aortic Valve Stenosis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Interventional Cardiology.
Does Dr. Yousif Ahmad participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Yousif Ahmad has published 166 articles and abstracts on conditions like Coronary Heart Disease. You can view a list of Dr. Yousif Ahmad's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Yousif Ahmad accept my insurance?
Dr. Yousif Ahmad accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 415-353-2873 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Aortic Valve StenosisDr. Ahmad isDistinguished. Learn about Aortic Valve Stenosis.
- Coronary Heart DiseaseDr. Ahmad isDistinguished. Learn about Coronary Heart Disease.
- Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI)Dr. Ahmad isDistinguished. Learn about Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI).
- Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR)
- Advanced
- AnginaDr. Ahmad isAdvanced. Learn about Angina.
- AngioplastyDr. Ahmad isAdvanced. Learn about Angioplasty.
- Aortic Valve ReplacementDr. Ahmad isAdvanced. Learn about Aortic Valve Replacement.
- Heart AttackDr. Ahmad isAdvanced. Learn about Heart Attack.
- Heart Bypass SurgeryDr. Ahmad isAdvanced. Learn about Heart Bypass Surgery.
- LithotripsyDr. Ahmad isAdvanced. Learn about Lithotripsy.
- Experienced
- Acute Coronary SyndromeDr. Ahmad isExperienced. Learn about Acute Coronary Syndrome.
- ApoplexyDr. Ahmad isExperienced. Learn about Apoplexy.
- ArrhythmiasDr. Ahmad isExperienced. Learn about Arrhythmias.
- Arterial EmbolismDr. Ahmad isExperienced. Learn about Arterial Embolism.
- AtherectomyDr. Ahmad isExperienced. Learn about Atherectomy.
- AtherosclerosisDr. Ahmad isExperienced. Learn about Atherosclerosis.