Athar Masood Ansari M.D.
Cardiologist | Interventional Cardiology
790 W Orange Ave Suite B El Centro CA, 92243About
Dr. Athar Ansari is a cardiologist practicing in El Centro, CA. Dr. Ansari specializes in diagnosing, monitoring, and treating diseases or conditions of the heart and blood vessels and the cardiovascular system. These conditions include heart attacks, heart murmurs, coronary heart disease, and hypertension. Dr. Ansari also practices preventative medicine, helping patients maintain a heart-healthy life.
Education and Training
University of Nebraska College of Medicine 1981
Provider Details
Treatments
- Heart Disease
- Varicose Veins
- High Blood Pressure (hypertension)
- Coronary Artery Disease (cad)
- Pain
- Peripheral Artery Disease (pad)
- Vascular Disease
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