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Dr. Merdod Ghafouri, DO

Dr. Merdod Ghafouri, DO

Cardiology*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Merdod Ghafouri, DO is a cardiologist in Manassas, VA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Michigan State University College of Human Medicine in 1990. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Inova Fairfax Hospital and Reston Hospital Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.7 Star Rating
Based on 53 reviews 3.7 Star Rating (53 reviews)

Practice

8100 Ashton Ave Ste 200 Manassas, VA 20109
Telehealth available

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Ghafouri is affiliated with Inova Fairfax Hospital Falls Church, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for cardiology.

Dr. Ghafouri is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Ghafouri specializes in the area of Cardiovascular Disease. See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Care Award™ See hospitals
  • Recent Reviews
    Reviews made in the last 30 days. See reviews
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Dr. Ghafouri's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Ghafouri

3.7
53 ratings, 12 with a written review
5 star
58%
58%
4 star
4%
4%
3 star
4%
4%
2 star
13%
13%
1 star
21%
21%

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DR Ghafouri is too busy for his patients
Not very pleasant visit. My appointment was following up after my bypass surgery. I felt that he was not even listening to me or providing any details to me. Did not bother to review my medical chart before he came to see me. I had to keep pointing out my health conditions to him and he was being dismissive. His main concern was to focus on my cholesterol and wanted to reduce it to new medical guidelines.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't explain conditions well
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Apr 09, 2025
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Only cares about $$$, stay away.
Waited for nearly an hour. It’s a factory in the office, Dr. Ghafouri barely even talked to me. He didn’t examine me. He ordered a bunch of unnecessary tests including stress test. This practice only cares about $$$. Stay away.
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Nov 15, 2024
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Provides the care that I need for my age.
Instrumental in my Cardiac care especially as I have gotten older.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Jun 06, 2022
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Caring and compassionate
Dr Ghafouri is a wonderful doctor. I've been a patient for several years. I am a very strict patient who doesn't fool around with doctors when it comes to my health. He listens which is number 1 in my book and has a caring and compassionate heart. I would highly recommend him and highly suggest if you have a problem tell him and allow him to show you who he really is, a doctor you're be pleased with and have confidence in.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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JOBIE – May 27, 2022
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Dr. Ghafouri has been a very compassionate physician. I feel like he provides a comprehensive evaluation of my complex healthcare needs. Dr Ghafouri is definitely, one of the most personable and knowledgeable doctors I know. Over the course of 13+ years, Dr. Ghafouri has always made me feel that he has my healthcare needs at the center of his attention thereby instilling trust that he has my best interest at heart. I have no problems, worries or qualms with Dr. Ghafouri.
What went well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Julia L. Scruggs-Eaton – Sep 08, 2021
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I have been seeing Dr. Ghafouri for several years for Bradycardia and he has been wonderful. He has a great bedside manner and takes the time to listen to you and works with you to establish and follow through on a health plan tailored to your personal needs. He has always made time to see me. He takes the time to ensure that you understand any test and their results and how those fit into your treatment. He instill confidence and shows compassion. I am so happy that I found him at CARIENT HV MANASSAS 8100 Ashton Avenue #200 MANASSAS VA 20109-5688 877-415-4116
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Great Cardiologist in Manassas – May 27, 2021
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Outstanding in every way
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Nov 29, 2019
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Always very caring and thorough. He's been our family cardiologist for years.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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S.B.W. – Jul 23, 2019
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Dr. Ghafouri saved my life. He is the only cardiologist who made the correct diagnosis about my heart problem. He is a true professional. He really cares about his patients.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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May 17, 2018
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I trust him with my heart care
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Haymarket VA – Apr 14, 2018
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A very nice person, not a very good bedside manner. Every visit is a different Dr. Ghafouri (mood/interest). I think and hope he is a goo doctor.
What went well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
9 others found this helpful
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Bob in Manassas, VA – Sep 21, 2016
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He is wonderful! Finally got an explanation for my fatigue and skin pain, diagnosed with Fibromyalgia and osteoarthritis. Very caring and keeps on top of symptoms and test results.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Miranda Garrard in Manassas, Va – Feb 23, 2016
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  • Cardiology

  • Internal Medicine

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Michigan State University

    Fellowship Hospital
  • Michigan State University, Osteopathic Medicine

    Residency Hospital, 1994
  • Michigan State University College Of Human Medicine

    Medical School, 1990
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Cardiovascular Disease
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Dr. Ghafouri is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Virginia Cardiovascular Associates PC8100 Ashton Ave Ste 200 Manassas, VA 20109
    1

    Practice

    Manus Center PC415 Church St NE Ste 101 Vienna, VA 22180
    2

    Practice

    Warrenton Heart Center LLC559 Frost Ave Ste 102 Warrenton, VA 20186
    3

    Practice

    Alan C Egge MD PC15195 Heathcote Blvd Ste 310 Haymarket, VA 20169
    4

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Inova Fairfax Hospital

      3300 Gallows Rd
      Falls Church, VA 22042
      Recipient of 42
      hospital awards

      America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Care Award™ (2025, 2024)

      Superior clinical outcomes in heart bypass surgery and heart valve surgery

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)

      Superior clinical outcomes in heart bypass surgery and heart valve surgery

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      88%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      4% higher than the national average

      83%
      Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

      18% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • UVA Health Sciences Center

      1215 Lee St
      Charlottesville, VA 22908
      Recipient of 7
      hospital awards

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      89%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      5% higher than the national average

      81%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      5% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • Winchester Medical Center

      1840 Amherst St
      Winchester, VA 22601
      Recipient of 14
      hospital awards

      America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Surgery Award™ (2025)

      Superior clinical outcomes in coronary intervention procedures (angioplasty with stent)

      Coronary Intervention Excellence Award™ (2025)

      Superior clinical outcomes in coronary intervention procedures (angioplasty with stent)

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      87%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% higher than the national average

      80%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      5% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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