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Biography: Dr. R. Ganim is board certified in interventional cardiology, general cardiology, and internal medicine. From 2009 to 2012, he served as Chairman of Cardiovascular Medicine at Kingwood Medical Center, and in 2014 served as Chief of Staff. From 2013 to 2015, he was recognized as a ``Texas Monthly Super Doctor, and in 2012 received the ``Healthcare Professional of the Year Award`` from the Lake Houston Chamber of Commerce.

Care Philosophy: We do believe in patient's education and information to make them empowered and in control of the care they will best decide to receive. We want to meet and exceed the needs and expectations of every patient who seeks my attention. I put myself at the service of my patients and their families, giving them the highest possible respect and the time they desire. I joined VITAL Heart and Vein (formerly known as Cardiovascular Association) to further contribute to their exemplary commitment to a value based, patient centered, compassionate service to our large community.

Biography: Dr. Lingle is board certified in internal medicine and cardiovascular disease. His professional interests include advanced cardiac imaging, and he specializes in advanced echocardiography, nuclear cardiology, and CT-angiography. His other interests include preventative cardiology, general cardiology, hypertension management, lipid management, and heart failure.

Care Philosophy: Dr. Raza is a comprehensively trained cardiovascular physician and is board certified in Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Diseases, Interventional Cardiology, Nuclear Cardiology, Cardiac Echocardiography and Cardiac CT. In addition, he has advanced training in Cardiac MRI and vascular ultrasound. Dr. Raza prides himself in being one of the very few cardiologists with maximum possible board certifications in the US and would like to provide the best possible care to his patients.

Biography: A native Houstonian, Dr. Zaid obtained his undergraduate education at the University of St. Thomas in Houston. Upon graduation, he attended the University of Texas Medical School in Houston. He later completed his internship and residency in internal medicine at Houston Methodist Hospital, and completed his fellowship in cardiovascular disease with Methodist at the Methodist DeBakey Heart and Vascular Center. Furthermore, Dr. Zaid is board certified in internal medicine and cardiovascular disease, with special interests in echocardiography and nuclear cardiology. He has also authored an article for the ``Journal of the American College of Cardiology`` titled, ``Preoperative and Postoperative Diastolic Dysfunction in Patients with Valvular Heart Disease: Diagnosis and Therapeutic Implications`` (November 2013).

Care Philosophy: The physicians at Woodlands North Houston Heart Center take great pride in the care they provide for our patients. Our doctors are dedicated to remaining at the forefront of cardiovascular disease management, a field of medicine that is constantly evolving. While there has been amazing technical development in recent years, we take a serious approach to the appropriate use of such technologies keeping the cost of utilization in mind. By simply applying evidenced based practice guidelines to every day patient care we are able to treat each patient as an individual and tailor care to the patient's specific needs. Over time we have grown an organization of caring physicians and advanced practitioners available to all in a time of need.

Care Philosophy: At Bay Area Heart, we believe in providing comprehensive/personalized care to each of our patients. Our philosophy is centered on the idea that every patient is unique and deserves a treatment plan that is tailored to their individual needs. We place a strong emphasis on preventive care and strive to work with patients to help them maintain a healthy lifestyle and prevent cardiovascular diseases. This includes guidance on healthy eating, regular exercise, and stress management. When it comes to diagnosis and treatment, we utilize the advanced medical technology available to provide the most effective care. However, we also recognize the importance of communication and take the time to explain diagnoses and treatment options clearly, ensuring our patients are active participants in their care. Above all, our goal is to provide compassionate and patient-centered care that not only treats the primary issue but also helps patients achieve long-term cardiovascular health and well-being.

Biography: With an impressive background that spans both academic and clinical settings, Dr. Lim-Fung is recognized for her exceptional skills in diagnosing and treating complex heart rhythm disorders. Her board certifications in Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology and Cardiovascular Disease by the American Board of Internal Medicine underscore her deep commitment to providing the highest standard of care. Dr. Lim-Fung's addition to the team signals Vital Heart & Vein's continued dedication to incorporating leading-edge treatments and technologies in their mission to improve patient outcomes.

Care Philosophy: The physicians at Woodlands North Houston Heart Center take great pride in the care they provide for our patients. Our doctors are dedicated to remaining at the forefront of cardiovascular disease management, a field of medicine that is constantly evolving. While there has been amazing technical development in recent years, we take a serious approach to the appropriate use of such technologies keeping the cost of utilization in mind. By simply applying evidenced based practice guidelines to every day patient care we are able to treat each patient as an individual and tailor care to the patient's specific needs. Over time we have grown an organization of caring physicians and advanced practitioners available to all in a time of need.

Care Philosophy: Dr Shalaby offers preventive and therapeutic southeast Houston cardiology practice. Our group takes pride in providing high-quality, patient-focused care. We believe that prevention is a vital part of treating patients with cardiovascular disease. Hence, we offer a comprehensive range of screening and diagnostic imaging services to identify risk factors and disease at the earliest possible stage. These services range from simple screening exams to state-of-the-art technology and procedures

Biography: My mission at Clear Lake Cardiology is to be a comprehensive cardiovascular practice, committed to serving the community by providing a superior standard of care to our patients. We will maintain a warm and caring office atmosphere that promotes compassionate patient care. We will use innovative and sophisticated thinking in how we organize, implement, and deliver our services.

Biography: Dr. Atashband is board certified in interventional cardiology, cardiovascular medicine, and internal medicine. In addition, she specializes in both coronary and peripheral interventions.

Biography: Dr. Porat serves as the Director of Cardiothoracic Surgery at HCA Houston Healthcare Medical Center and Houston Heart. Prior to attaining this position, he served as a professor with the Department of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery with the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, the McGovern Medical School. Dr. Porat specializes in complex and high-risk cardiac surgery as well as complex aortic surgery. His clinical and research interests include coronary artery bypass grafting, valvular heart disease, aortic aneurysms and dissections, adult congenital cardiac anomalies and circulatory support.Dr. Porat is active in scientific, research and professional communications. He is a member of leading professional societies including the American Association for Thoracic Surgery (AATS), the Society of Thoracic Surgery (STS), the European Association for Cardio-Thoracic Surgery (EACTS), the Southern Thoracic Surgical Association (STSA), the International Society for Minimally Invasive Cardiothoracic Surgery (ISMICS), the Israeli Heart Society, the Cardio-Thoracic Surgery network (CTSNET) and many more scientific and professional organizations. He has published over 80 articles and book chapters in peer-reviewed medical journals and textbooks, and was named one of Houston's Top Doctors by Houstonia Magazine. Dr. Porat is committed to patient-focused care, guided by the principles of compassion and empathy, respect and integrity, while providing the highest quality of cutting edge clinical care.