Dr. Nassir Azimi, MD, La Mesa, CA | Cardiologist

About Dr. Nassir Azimi

Dr. Azimi is a proven, respected, and experienced cardiovascular and endovascular physician who treats the whole patient, not solely an organ system. Treating patients as family and focusing on prevention has allowed for superior care and results in his practice. He has gained local, national, and international recognition. After studying chemistry at Columbia University, he earned his Doctor of Medicine from Geisel School of Medicine. He completed his internship and residency in internal medicine at Anschutz Medical Campus. He then trained at Yale New Haven Hospital, completing fellowships in cardiology, nuclear cardiology, and cardiac and peripheral interventions. He is quadruple board certified and recertified in internal medicine, cardiovascular disease, interventional cardiology, and nuclear cardiology. He has received local and national recognition throughout his career. He was voted by peers as one of San Diego Magazine's Top Doctors in Cardiology in 2013, 2014, 2016-2019. Castle Connolly named him a Top Doctor in Interventional Cardiology from 2013 through 2019. The Consumer's Research Council of America listed him among America's Top Cardiologists from 2013 through 2019. He was recognized as a Doctor of Excellence in Leaders in Healthcare publication in 2014-2016. Academically, he has taught students from USC and Midwestern School of Medicine. He serves on editorial boards of Cardiology and Vascular Journal and Vascular Disease Management. He has numerous publications in peer-reviewed journals and has lectured locally and nationally on diverse topics. He has appeared in media discussing important health issues. His expertise includes: Internal Medicine General Cardiology Nuclear Cardiology Preventive Cardiology Interventional Cardiology Lipidology Endovascular Medicine Peripheral Vascular Disease Structural Heart Disease TAVR Watchman

Areas of expertise

This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.

High cholesterol

Abnormal heart rate/rhythm due to sick sinus syndrome

Coronary Artery Disease

Chronic high blood pressure

Heart failure

Cardiomyopathy

High cholesterol

Abnormal heart rate/rhythm due to sick sinus syndrome

Coronary Artery Disease

Chronic high blood pressure

Office location

Dr. Nassir Azimi, MD also offers online video visits for patients

Azimi Cardiovascular Institute

8911 La Mesa Blvd, Ste 101, La Mesa, CA 91942

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Education and background

Practice names

Azimi Cardiovascular Institute

Board certifications

American Board of Internal Medicine
Cardiovascular Disease (American Board of Internal Medicine)
Interventional Cardiology (American Board of Internal Medicine)

Education and training

Medical School - Geisel School of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine
Anschutz, Internship in Internal Medicine
Anschutz, Residency in Internal Medicine
Yale New Haven Hospital, Fellowship in Cardiology
Yale New Haven Hospital, Fellowship in Cardiovascular Disease
Yale New Haven Hospital (Fellowship)

Professional memberships

American College of Cardiology
American Society of Nuclear Cardiology

Awards and publications

Castle Connolly Top Doctor
San Diego Magazines's Top Doctors in Cardiology 2013, 2014, 2016 2017, 2018, and 2019
Top Doctor in Interventional Cardiology in 2013 Through 2019
America's Top Cardiologists in 2013 Through 2019
Doctor's of Excellence in Leaders of Healthcare Publication 2014, 2015 and 2016 Edition

Languages spoken

English

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1366438764

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Frequently asked questions

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Is Dr. Nassir Azimi accepting new patients?

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Can I make an appointment with Dr. Nassir Azimi online?

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What practice does Dr. Nassir Azimi work with?

Dr. Nassir Azimi works with Azimi Cardiovascular Institute.

Where is Dr. Nassir Azimi's office located?

Dr. Nassir Azimi has 2 office locations in La Mesa, view full addresses on Dr. Azimi's profile.

Which board certifications does Dr. Nassir Azimi have?

Dr. Nassir Azimi is certified by American Board of Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease (American Board of Internal Medicine), and Interventional Cardiology (American Board of Internal Medicine).

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Nassir Azimi?

Dr. Nassir Azimi frequently sees patients for Annual Physical, COVID-19 Testing, Cardiology Consultation , New Patient Visit, and X-ray. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Nassir Azimi on their profile.