Heart Disease
Coronary Artery Disease, Heart Attack, Heart Failure, Valve Disease, High Blood Pressure, High Cholesterol
Thoughtful evaluation, advanced cardiovascular treatment, and second opinions from Nachiket J. Patel, MD, FACC, FSCAI.
Nachiket J. Patel, MD, FACC, FSCAI, is a fellowship-trained interventional cardiologist who is board-certified in cardiovascular disease and interventional cardiology. He specializes in coronary and peripheral vascular disease, including angioplasty, stenting, and venous ablation.
As a Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix, Dr. Patel applies current cardiovascular evidence to each patient’s history, priorities, and treatment choices.
You do not need to know the name of a condition before making an appointment. Begin with the symptoms, questions, or decision that brought you here.
Coronary Artery Disease, Heart Attack, Heart Failure, Valve Disease, High Blood Pressure, High Cholesterol
Atrial Fibrillation (AFib), Palpitations & Arrhythmias, Syncope (Dizziness & Fainting), POTS
Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD), Carotid Artery Disease, DVT, Pulmonary Embolism, Varicose Veins, Venous Insufficiency, May-Thurner Syndrome, Non-Healing Wounds
At Flow Heart & Vascular, testing is selected thoughtfully and interpreted in the context of the whole patient. The aim is useful information: evidence that makes the next decision clearer.
Previous records, imaging, medications, symptoms, and goals are considered together.
A study is recommended when its result is reasonably expected to affect the plan.
Patients should understand what is known, what remains uncertain, and what reasonable options exist.
When hospital treatment is required, the plan does not simply disappear into a separate system.
We value our partnerships with referring providers. Flow Heart and Vascular ensures timely communication, comprehensive reports, and collaborative care that supports both you and your patients.
We make it easy to prepare for your visit. Access forms, insurance information, and helpful guides so you feel confident before your appointment.
Arizona heat can magnify dehydration, low blood pressure, kidney stress, and electrolyte problems in people taking certain heart medicines. Do not skip a pill or change a prescribed fluid limit on your own; make a written hot-weather plan with the clinician who knows why you take each medication.
6 min read — A useful home blood-pressure log depends on the cuff, posture, timing, and repetition—not simply pressing the start button.
3 min read — Diabetes affects arteries throughout the body. Cardiovascular prevention must address blood sugar, cholesterol, blood pressure, kidney health, tobacco use, and physical activity together.
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