Zia Khan, MD, FACC, FSCAI
Cardiologist | Interventional Cardiology
5785 S Fort Apache Rd Suite A100 Las Vegas NV, 89148About
Dr. Zia Khan is a cardiologist practicing in Las Vegas, NV. Dr. Khan 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. Khan also practices preventative medicine, helping patients maintain a heart-healthy life.
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Education and Training
University of Cincinnati School of Med MD 1990
Board Certification
American Board of Internal Medicine- Internal Medicine
Cardiology
Interventional Cardiology
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- 1997
Provider Details
Zia Khan, MD, FACC, FSCAI's Expert Contributions
Where is chest pain located for a heart attack?
Usually center of the chest, but can be a stomachache, jaw pain, arm pain. READ MORE
What heart problems cause cardiac arrest?
Virtually all cardiac did, and if it gets bad enough, can cause cardiac arrest. READ MORE
Are you intubated for cardiac ablation?
No just sedated READ MORE
What procedure is used to clear a blocked artery?
Balloon angioplasty atherectomy and stents READ MORE
Can you have a heart attack after triple bypass surgery?
Yes READ MORE
How long do you need antibiotics for endocarditis?
Usually 8 weeks READ MORE
Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of MedicineAreas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Local, Regional, and National Public Speaking -
Awards
- Man of the Year Award in 2007 from Catholic Charities of Nevada
- Best Teacher Award in 1995 from the University of Cincinnati
- Top Doc 2016 Vegas Inc
- Top Doc 2017 My Vegas
Professional Memberships
- American Medical Association
- American College of Cardiology
- Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions
Fellowships
- University of Cincinnati Med Ctr / Cincinnati, OH, Cardiovasc Diseases 1993
- University of Louisville Med Ctr / Louisville, KY, Interventional Cardiology 1996
Charities and Philanthropic Endeavors
- Imagine Foundation
Internships
- University of Cincinnati (1990)
Fellowships
- University of Cincinnati (Cardiology) (1996); University of Cincinnati (Interventional Cardiology) (1997)
Professional Society Memberships
- American Medical Association, Clark County Medical Society
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Get to know Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Zia U. Khan, who serves patients in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Dr. Khan is a seasoned interventional cardiologist at Desert Cardiovascular Consultants in Las Vegas, Nevada, his private practice established in 2006. His hospital affiliations include the University Medical Center, the Desert Springs Hospital Medical Center, the Southern Hills Hospital & Medical Center, the Spring Valley Hospital Medical Center, the Summerlin Hospital Medical Center, and the Valley Hospital Medical Center.
“I strive to give caring personalized care to my patients . I try to get to know my patients as well as possible so I may deliver patient specific cardiac care . I want my patients to think of desert cardiovascular as a second home where they can bring health problems and feel free to communicate with us . We have tried over the years to keep most testing within our office to ensure quality care in reading of the tests. We accommodate for the patient’s lifestyle in setting up appointments”, says Dr. Khan about his philosophy of care.
Born in India and raised in Zambia, Africa, Dr. Khan received his medical degree at Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College at Aligarh Muslim University in Aligarh, India. Upon relocating to the United States, he completed his internal medicine residency in 1993 at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine. In 1996, he finished his cardiovascular disease medicine at the same educational venue, followed by an interventional cardiology fellowship at the University of Louisville.
Subsequent to his education, the doctor attained board certification in internal medicine, cardiology, and interventional cardiology through the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM). The American Board of Internal Medicine is a 501 nonprofit, self-appointed physician-evaluation organization that certifies physicians practicing internal medicine and its subspecialties.
Cardiology is a branch of medicine that deals with the disorders of the heart as well as some parts of the circulatory system. The field includes medical diagnosis and treatment of congenital heart defects, coronary artery disease, heart failure, valvular heart disease and electrophysiology.
Dr. Khan conducted research in the field of molecular cardiac physiology and trained in cardiac transplant. He is a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology and a Fellow of the The Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions, of which he is also a professional member. A member of the American Medical Association, Dr. Khan heads a charitable foundation, supporting just causes anywhere in the world. Extensively involved in philanthropic work, Dr. Khan was voted a Las Vegas Top Cardiologist in 2016 and is the recipient of the OCA Asian American Pacific Islander ICON Award and the Man of the Year Award in 2007 by Catholic Charities of Nevada.
On a more personal note, Dr. Khan speaks English, urdu, Hindi, and French.
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