Cardiologists in Arkansas
- Little Rock (208 Results)
- Jonesboro (38 Results)
- Fort Smith (32 Results)
- Fayetteville (23 Results)
- North Little Rock (22 Results)
- Conway (19 Results)
- Rogers (17 Results)
- Russellville (15 Results)
- Searcy (15 Results)
- Springdale (15 Results)
- Hot Springs (14 Results)
- Pine Bluff (13 Results)
- Batesville (10 Results)
- Bentonville (8 Results)
- El Dorado (8 Results)
- Heber Springs (8 Results)
- Mountain Home (8 Results)
- West Memphis (8 Results)
- Benton (7 Results)
- Hot Springs National Park (7 Results)
- Bella Vista (6 Results)
- Arkadelphia (5 Results)
- Bryant (4 Results)
- Crossett (4 Results)
- Jacksonville (4 Results)
- Siloam Springs (4 Results)
- Cabot (3 Results)
- Monticello (3 Results)
- Stuttgart (3 Results)
- Warren (3 Results)
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Care Philosophy: It's an honor to be able to come home to Arkansas. We have a great team of heart surgeons here at CHI St. Vincent with whom who I work closely, along with all the people who support us. One of the things that sets us apart is how involved everyone is in t
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Care Philosophy: By training I'm a mechanical engineer and I like analytical stuff, the science part of it is also very exciting. Cardiology is one of the fields where so many things that e do are well-studied and there is a lot of data behind what we do which kind of app
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Biography: Dr. Abdel Al Emam, MD is an Internist who practices in Heber Springs, AR. He is 41 years old. Dr. Abdel Al Emam, MD is affiliated with CHI St. Vincent Infirmary.

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Biography: Dr. David Griffin, MD is a Cardiology Specialist who practices in Little Rock, AR. He is 59 years old and has been practicing for 32 years. Dr. David Griffin, MD is affiliated with CHI St. Vincent Infirmary.

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Biography: Dr. John Colleran, DO is an Interventional Cardiology Specialist who practices in North Little Rock, AR. He is 66 years old and has been practicing for 39 years. Dr. John Colleran, DO is affiliated with CHI St. Vincent Infirmary and CHI St. Vincent North.

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Biography: Dr. Rodney Parkhurst, MD is a Cardiology Specialist who practices in North Little Rock, AR. He is 79 years old and has been practicing for 42 years. Dr. Rodney Parkhurst, MD is affiliated with CHI St. Vincent Infirmary and CHI St. Vincent North.

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Biography: Dr. Donald Steely, MD is a Cardiology Specialist who practices in Conway, AR. He is 61 years old and has been practicing for 33 years. Dr. Donald Steely, MD is affiliated with CHI St. Vincent North.
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Biography: Dr. David Evans, MD is an Interventional Cardiology Specialist who practices in Searcy, AR. He is 68 years old. Dr. David Evans, MD is affiliated with CHI St. Vincent Infirmary.
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Biography: Dr. Prabhat Hebbar, MD is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist who practices in North Little Rock, AR. He is 51 years old and has been practicing for 29 years. Dr. Prabhat Hebbar, MD is affiliated with CHI St. Vincent North and CHI St. Vincent Infirmary.
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Biography: Dr. Trace Garner, MD is a Cardiology Specialist who practices in Monticello, AR. He is 48 years old. Dr. Trace Garner, MD is affiliated with CHI St. Vincent Infirmary.

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Biography: Dr. Yazan Ghosheh, MD is a Cardiology Specialist who practices in North Little Rock, AR. He is 43 years old and has been practicing for 18 years. Dr. Yazan Ghosheh, MD is affiliated with CHI St. Vincent North.

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Care Philosophy: Holistic and Individualized approach to patient care. Special emphasis on age old valued clinical decision making. Compassionate and empathetic. Appropriately aggressive in providing treatment. Value Evidence Based Medicine.

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Care Philosophy: I see patients who have intermittent chest pains and because of the blockages, we put stents in them. If they have any weakness of the heart muscle, we put pumps or implant devices to help the heart pump and to help the patient feel better. When the patie
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Care Philosophy: Medicine is something that I picked when I was a kid. Nobody in my family was a doctor. My mother had heart conditions and I wanted to help my mother. My dad had some problems too and especially my mother having heart conditions--that inspired me to go in

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Biography: Dr. Tena Murphy, MD is an Internist who practices in Little Rock, AR. She is 72 years old and has been practicing for 42 years. Dr. Tena Murphy, MD is affiliated with CHI St. Vincent Infirmary.

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Care Philosophy: I try to approach my patients like I would a family member. I try to calm their fears. A lot of time when faced with a diagnosis of heart disease patients can be fearful because it is the unknown. They don't know what to expect. I try to treat them like I

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Biography: Dr. Marvin Ashford, MD is a Cardiology Specialist who practices in North Little Rock, AR. He is 60 years old and has been practicing for 29 years. Dr. Marvin Ashford, MD is affiliated with CHI St. Vincent Infirmary and CHI St. Vincent North.
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Biography: Dr. Anthony Fletcher, MD is an Internist who practices in Little Rock, AR. He is 71 years old and has been practicing for 45 years. Dr. Anthony Fletcher, MD is affiliated with CHI St. Vincent Infirmary.

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Biography: Dr. Randy Jordan, MD is a Cardiology Specialist who practices in Little Rock, AR. He is 72 years old and has been practicing for 46 years. Dr. Randy Jordan, MD is affiliated with CHI St. Vincent Infirmary.
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Biography: Dr. Muhammad Waqas, MD is an Advanced Heart Failure /amp Transplant Cardiology Specialist who practices in Little Rock, AR. He is 48 years old and has been practicing for 24 years. Dr. Muhammad Waqas, MD is affiliated with CHI St. Vincent Infirmary.

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Care Philosophy: I was always interested in math and science and helping people. Medicine worked out to be the best of both worlds. I'm a very straightforward guy and a lot of people respect that of me because I don't mince words and people know they are going to get my h

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Biography: Dr. Katherine Durham, MD is a Cardiology Specialist who practices in Searcy, AR. She is 51 years old and has been practicing for 19 years. Dr. Katherine Durham, MD is affiliated with CHI St. Vincent Infirmary.


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Biography: Dr. James Shuffield, MD is a Cardiology Specialist who practices in Little Rock, AR. He is 68 years old and has been practicing for 40 years. Dr. James Shuffield, MD is affiliated with CHI St. Vincent Infirmary.
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Care Philosophy: Like a lot of people, my family has been affected by coronary artery disease. Seeing my grandparents suffer from it motivated me to want to take up medicine and be in a field where I could help others deal with this disease. I specialize in interventional

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Biography: Dr. Joe Hargrove, MD is a Cardiology Specialist who practices in Little Rock, AR. He is 85 years old and has been practicing for 49 years. Dr. Joe Hargrove, MD is affiliated with CHI St. Vincent Infirmary.

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Biography: Dr. Eric Robinson, MD is a Cardiology Specialist who practices in Searcy, AR. He is 49 years old. Dr. Eric Robinson, MD is affiliated with CHI St. Vincent Infirmary.

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Learn more about Cardiologists and how to choose the right one for you
A cardiologist specializes in caring for people with conditions and diseases of the heart and blood vessels. Cardiologists diagnose and treat many diseases, including coronary heart disease, angina, arrhythmias, heart attack, and heart failure. These heart doctors are also experts in the prevention of heart disease.
A cardiologist typically:
- Evaluates a patient’s medical history and educates the patient about heart health and heart disease prevention
- Performs a physical exam including evaluating blood pressure, vital signs, weight, and the health of the heart, lungs, and blood vessels
- Orders and interprets laboratory and imaging tests and prescribes medications
- Diagnoses and treats acute and chronic diseases and conditions that affect the heart and blood vessels including coronary heart disease, angina, arrhythmias, heart attack, and heart failure
- Screens, treats, and monitors conditions known to increase the risk of heart disease, such as hypertension, smoking, and high cholesterol. For some complex risks, such as having diabetes, a cardiologist will provide referrals to other specialists such as an endocrinologist.
- Performs procedures, such as EKG, echocardiogram, and cardiac catheterization
- Works closely with your primary care doctor and other specialists and members of your healthcare team to provide optimal care
Cardiologists may also be known by the following names: cardiac doctor, cardiovascular disease doctor, heart specialist and heart doctor.
There are 281 specialists practicing Cardiology in Arkansas with an overall average rating of 4.1 stars. There are 140 hospitals in Arkansas with affiliated Cardiology specialists, including Baptist Health Medical Center-Little Rock, CHI St. Vincent Infirmary and Uams Medical Center.
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I find a top-rated Cardiology Specialist in AR?
How can I find a top-rated Cardiology Specialist in AR?
Healthgrades gives you the tools and information you need to find high-quality care, including top-rated Cardiology Specialists in AR. You can filter your search results to a specific Rating threshold, or go to “Top Rated” to quickly view Cardiology Specialists with our highest patient ratings.
Every Healthgrades profile includes information about the factors that matter most when choosing care, including a Cardiology Specialist's education, board certification, and experience. You can even see which specific conditions a doctor treats most often.
Healthgrades also spotlights high-quality healthcare professionals by identifying them as “Healthgrades Choice.” This badge indicates that a physician has above average experience, good patient ratings, no healthcare sanctions, and affiliations with quality hospitals.
Finally, you can read reviews and ratings from verified patients about their experiences with a doctor.
Together, all of these factors provide a comprehensive picture of Cardiology Specialists in AR so you can make an informed, confident decision about the care you receive.
How can I share my experience after visiting a Cardiology Specialist through Healthgrades?
How can I share my experience after visiting a Cardiology Specialist through Healthgrades?
Patient ratings and reviews are an important tool in helping other people like yourself make informed healthcare choices. If you read patient reviews as part of your decision-making process, you can pay it forward by sharing your own experience with a Cardiology Specialist.
After your visit, you can visit your Cardiology Specialist's profile and go to “Leave a Review.” From here you will be required to provide a star rating from 1 to 5 to reflect how likely you are to recommend that doctor. You can also leave an optional text review about your experience.
You will be required to submit your email address so Healthgrades can confirm your review, and you must verify that you received treatment from the physician and agree to Healthgrades terms and conditions.
How can I find a Cardiology Specialist in AR who speaks a specific language other than English?
How can I find a Cardiology Specialist in AR who speaks a specific language other than English?
Finding a Cardiology Specialist in AR with whom you can communicate effectively is an essential part of finding quality care. You can go to “All Filters” on your Healthgrades search results and scroll to “Language.” From there, you narrow your search to physicians who speak your selected language(s).
Healthgrades lets you filter by more than 100 languages, including Spanish, Chinese, Arabic, Hindu, Urdu, Tagalog, and American Sign Language.
How can I find Cardiology Specialists within a specific distance from my location?
How can I find Cardiology Specialists within a specific distance from my location?
Go to “Distance” on your Healthgrades search results page and select the distance range you would be willing to travel for your visit, such as 1 mile, 5 miles, 10 miles, 25 miles, 50 miles, 100 miles, or nationwide.
You can also go to “Top Rated” to quickly view a list of 4-star and above-rated Cardiology Specialists within 10 miles of your selected location.
Keep in mind: The right specialist for you may not be among the ones closest to you, and it may be worth expanding your search to find the highest-quality care.
How can I search for Cardiology Specialists in AR specializing in a specific sub-specialty or niche area?
How can I search for Cardiology Specialists in AR specializing in a specific sub-specialty or niche area?
After your initial specialty search, Healthgrades allows you to narrow your search to specific conditions or practicing areas within that specialty.
On your Healthgrades search results page, go to “Practice Area.” From here you can select specific conditions or subspecialties that more directly reflect the type of care you need.
How can I find Cardiology Specialists in AR with availability that aligns with my schedule?
How can I find Cardiology Specialists in AR with availability that aligns with my schedule?
You can filter your Healthgrades search results based on appointment availability, including options such as same-day, tomorrow, or within 2 weeks. Under “All Filters,” scroll to “Availability” and select the appointment timeframe you need.
You can also contact a Cardiology Specialist's office directly to ask about appointment availability, including same-day availability or unexpected cancellations that may have opened up new appointments in your desired timeframe.
How can I locate Cardiology Specialists in AR affiliated with a specific facility or hospital?
How can I locate Cardiology Specialists in AR affiliated with a specific facility or hospital?
Finding a Cardiology Specialist in AR with affiliations at high-quality hospitals is a key factor in a successful treatment outcome. Healthgrades lets you filter your search to doctors who have admitting privileges at the hospital(s) you prefer.
Go to “All Filters” on your Healthgrades search results, then scroll to “Affiliated Facility.” From here you can select one or more preferred hospitals to narrow your search to specialists with affiliations at those facilities.
How can I find Cardiology Specialists in AR who offer LGBTQ+ affirming care on Healthgrades?
How can I find Cardiology Specialists in AR who offer LGBTQ+ affirming care on Healthgrades?
Finding a Cardiology Specialist in AR who affirms your identity is an essential part of a successful healthcare partnership. For people who identify as LGBTQ+, you can filter your Healthgrades search results to physicians who designate themselves as LGBTQ+ affirming.
Go to “All Filters” in your search results, then scroll down and select “LGBTQ+ affirming.”
Is it possible to filter Cardiology Specialists in AR based on their age on Healthgrades?
Is it possible to filter Cardiology Specialists in AR based on their age on Healthgrades?
Some people feel more comfortable seeing a Cardiology Specialist in a specific age range. You can filter your Healthgrades search results by going to “All Filters,” and then scrolling down to “Healthcare Professional’s Age.” From here, you can select age ranges from under 40, 41-50, 51-60, 61-70, or over 70 years old.
How can I use the 'Background Check' feature to verify if a Cardiology Specialist has any malpractice claims in AR?
How can I use the 'Background Check' feature to verify if a Cardiology Specialist has any malpractice claims in AR?
All Healthgrades profiles include a medical license public record check, which tells you about any previous malpractice claims a Cardiology Specialist has on record in AR.
How do Cardiology Specialists in AR stay updated on the latest advancements and treatments in cardiovascular medicine?
How do Cardiology Specialists in AR stay updated on the latest advancements and treatments in cardiovascular medicine?
Cardiology Specialists have a variety of ways they stay current on the latest treatments and research within their specialty. These include subscribing to medical journals that publish peer-reviewed studies, attending in-person seminars or online webinars, or earning Continuing Medical Education (CME) credits to maintain their medical license.
During your appointment, ask your doctor or other healthcare professional about the ways they stay up-to-date about new treatments and how their learnings may affect your treatment options.
How do Cardiology Specialists in AR collaborate with other healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive patient care?
How do Cardiology Specialists in AR collaborate with other healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive patient care?
Depending on your diagnosis and treatment plan, you may have a team of healthcare professionals working together to provide quality care.
In addition to your primary care physician and Cardiology Specialist, you may consult with other specialists, physical therapists, speech therapists, nutritionists, psychologists, physician's assistants, and nurses, among many others. Together, your care team can address all facets of your care and collaborate on the most effective treatment plan for you.
How do Cardiology Specialists in AR personalize treatment plans to meet the unique needs of each patient?
How do Cardiology Specialists in AR personalize treatment plans to meet the unique needs of each patient?
Your Cardiology Specialist in AR will determine your individual treatment plan based on factors including your medical history, family history, lifestyle, cultural considerations, and personal preferences. Through honest communication, you and your doctor can work together to build a treatment plan that is tailored to you.
How do Cardiology Specialists in AR approach holistic care, considering factors beyond just medical treatment?
How do Cardiology Specialists in AR approach holistic care, considering factors beyond just medical treatment?
In additional to your medical care, you may wish for your treatment plan to include complementary therapies that serve your physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. These may include wellness practices such as acupuncture, massage, or yoga. You may seek mental health support through counselors, psychologists, and support groups. You might also find comfort in spiritual support from faith leaders and communities. Talk with your specialist about the types of therapies that will provide holistic benefits, and ask about any precautions to take to avoid potential interactions with your medical treatment.
How do Cardiology Specialists in AR prioritize patient safety and infection control measures in their practice?
How do Cardiology Specialists in AR prioritize patient safety and infection control measures in their practice?
Patient safety, including prevention of healthcare-associated infections, is a priority of all healthcare professionals. Both within physician practices and in hospital settings, team members take precautions to protect patients' health and safety during their care. This includes thorough handwashing, sterilization of equipment, and routine cleaning of rooms and facilities.
The quality ratings of a physician's associated hospitals can also indicate a hospital's record for patient safety. A hospital with fewer healthcare-associated infections is likely to have better procedure outcomes, which will be reflected in higher quality ratings.
What resources are available to support patients in navigating insurance coverage and financial assistance with Cardiology Specialists in AR?
What resources are available to support patients in navigating insurance coverage and financial assistance with Cardiology Specialists in AR?
Your Cardiology Specialist's office can provide information about financial assistance, which may be referred to as charity care. Some doctor's offices also offer payment plans that allow you to pay your bill over a certain period of time.
If you need to receive care at a hospital, you may qualify for financial assistance through that hospital. If you receive care at a nonprofilt hospital, you must be offered financial assistance if you cannot afford to pay. If you participate in a government program, such as Medicaid or Medicare, those programs' websites can offer guidance about coverage for the care you need.
Your hospital may also have a patient advocate on staff who can help guide you through your coverage or your financial assistance options. You can also find a your own guide through the Patient Advocate Foundation.
How do Cardiology Specialists in AR contribute to ongoing medical research and advancements in their field?
How do Cardiology Specialists in AR contribute to ongoing medical research and advancements in their field?
In addition to offering clincal care, many Cardiology Specialists work outside of their practice in a variety of areas, including research, clinical trials, academic collaborations, or professional organizations. Through this work, Cardiology Specialists can share their own research, learn about treatment advances, and bring innovative new therapies to their practices.
How do Cardiology Specialists in AR accommodate patients with disabilities or special needs in their practice?
How do Cardiology Specialists in AR accommodate patients with disabilities or special needs in their practice?
All patients have a right to accessible and equitable care, including those with disabilities or special needs. Healthcare facilities must adhere to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and offer a range of accommodations to ensure accessibility. These may include structural features, such as ramps or wide entrances; language services, such as translators or sign language interpreters; accessible signage for people with impaired vision; or exam rooms and medical equipment that can be used by people with mobility aids.
What measures do Cardiology Specialists in AR take to ensure patient privacy and confidentiality in their practice?
What measures do Cardiology Specialists in AR take to ensure patient privacy and confidentiality in their practice?
Patient data protection and privacy rights are a top priority for all healthcare practices. The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) requires healthcare professionals to follow established safeguards to protect private health information and imposes penalties for those who violate privacy rights. HIPAA also allows patients to understand exactly how their health information is used and decide with whom it may be shared.
Healthcare systems also have rigorous digital security protocols to protect electronic health records, and any staff members with access to health information receive training on privacy practices to maintain patient trust and confidentiality.