At the heart of Florida lies the beautiful city of Orlando known for the Disney World, Universal Studios, and many other attractions that bring tourists from around the world. Unfortunately, Orlando is also among the top cities in the United States that see most deaths caused by cardiovascular diseases according to the Journal of the American College of Cardiology. Therefore, most talented cardiologists migrate to Orlando to provide the best care possible to heart patients.
Dr. Pradip Jamnadas
I wish I had known that sugar is one of the most dangerous foods, and high fructose corn syrup is probably causing more ill health effects than previously thought, especially in children. Attention to the gut microbiome is important and needs more studies and investigations. There is a clear role of the microbiome in inflammation, cardiovascular disease, and autoimmune disease. All of these health tips could have helped me teach my patients sooner the secrets to living a long and fruitful life free of disease.”
Among one of the best physicians, not only in Orlando but in the entirety of Florida, Dr. Pradip Jamnadas excel in the field of cardiology. Originally, he is from London and completed his medical education at University College London. Following his graduation, he flew to the United States, and ever since he has been here. Although he didn’t study Functional Medicine, he makes sure that his heart patients make changes in their lifestyle and diet to minimize their risk of developing heart disease.
Specialization
Interventional Cardiology and Advanced Heart Failure are the aspects of cardiology that Dr. Jamnadas excel in. He is also specialized in Transplant Cardiology and Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology. As the field of cardiology is seeing rapid advancement in technology, Dr. Jamnadas is among the few physicians who take full advantage of it by providing therapies like ECP or EECP (Enhanced External Cardiac Pulsation), which is a form of therapy that accelerates blood flow in heart patients without surgery.
ECP is not really heard of much, but I have been doing it for 20 years in my office. What it involves is, we place blood pressure cuffs, large cuffs around the thighs, calves, and the pelvis, and then, a patient is attached to an EKG machine and based on the EKG, the blood pressure cuffs on the legs come on and squeeze the legs and release. When they squeeze the blood column in the aorta and the legs move up and into the coronary arteries creating a pulsatile flow in the coronary arteries. This increases the blood flow in the coronary muscles and the patients feel less angina.”
Education and Certification
- Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (M.B.B.S), University College London, London
- Residency in Internal Medicine, Hillingdon Health Centre, London
- Residency in General Surgery, Thanet District General Hospital, Margate
- Residency in Internal Medicine, Prince George’s General Hospital-University of Maryland
- Fellowship in Cardiology, Norwalk Hospital-Yale University, Connecticut
- Fellowship in Intervention Cardiology, St. Luke’s Hospital, Milwaukee
- American Board of Internal Medicine
- American Society of Nuclear Cardiology
- Certified in Laser Surgery
Experience
- Over 30 years of experience in the medical field
- Founder and Medical Director, Cardiovascular Interventions, Florida (1989-Present)
- Cardiovascular Specialist, Orlando Regional Healthcare System (1989-2004)
- Chief of Cardiology, Lucerne Medical Center, Florida (1992-1995)
- Cardiovascular Specialist, Florida Hospital (2008-2009)
Achievements
- Orlando Top Doctor (2002, 2003, 2004, 2008-2020)
- Balance Value Award (2004)
- Doctors of South Asia Appreciation Award (2005, 2006)
- Compassionate Doctor Recognition (2010, 2011, 2015, 2018, 2020)
- Castle Connolly Regional Top Doctors (2014-2020)
- Top 10 Doctor – City (2014)
- Patients’ Choice Award (2018, 2020)
- On-Time Doctor Award (2020)
- Member, National Association of Sport and Physical Education
- Fellow, American College of Physicians
- Fellow, Society for Cardiac Angiography & Interventions
- Fellow, American College of Chest Physicians
Media Appearances
Dr. Pradip Jamnadas has been featured in Eat This, Not That, The Apopka Voice, and Orlando Magazine.
Website
Dr. Michael A. Nocero
Dr. Michael Nocero is an excellent doctor, he has been in practice for over 30 years. Although he completed his medical school and medical training in New York, he started his practice in Orlando. Dr. Nocero is known for his friendly and welcoming personality. Interestingly, he was the first physician in Florida to carry out a non-invasive procedure to unclog mitral valve in a pregnant woman, saving both the mother and the fetus. Whereas most physicians like to affiliate themselves with reputed hospitals, Dr. Nocero prefers private practice.
Specialization
Dr. Michael Nocero is an expert on Adult Congenital Heart Disease and Non-invasive Cardiology. Being the first physician to carry out non-invasive mitral valve clearance in Florida, he was recognized by many institutions. Dr. Nocero has treated conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Hypertension (HTN), Aortic Regurgitation, Ischemic Heart Disease, and Aortic Valvular Disease.
Education and Certification
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Doctor of Medicine, New York University Grossman School of Medicine, New York
- Residency in Internal Medicine, Bellevue Hospital, New York
- Fellowship in Cardiovascular Diseases, Bellevue Hospital, New York
- American Board of Internal Medicine
- American Society of Nuclear Cardiology
Experience
- Over 30 years of experience in the medical field
- Cardiologist, Central Florida Cardiology Group, Orlando (Present)
- President and Cardiologist, Michael A. Nocero, M.D., Orlando (Present)
Achievements
- Compassionate Doctor Recognition (2012, 2014, 2017, 2018)
- Patients’ Choice Award (2012, 2017, 2018)
- Best Doctor, Orlando City Magazine (2017)
- On-Time Doctor Award (2017, 2018)
- Castle Connolly America’s Top Doctors (Digital Guide) (2016-2021)
- America’s Top Doctors (book Series) (1st Edition-14th Edition)
- Master, American College of Cardiology
- President, Florida Heart Association
Media Appearances
Dr. Michael Nocero has been featured in Orlando City Magazine.
Website
Dr. Roberto Torres Aguiar
Dr. Roberto Torres Aguiar is an outstanding cardiologist. He has traveled the world to complete his medical education and training. Dr. Roberto completed his medical education in Puerto Rico and Spain, then, he came to New York for his internship, followed by his residency in Internal Medicine at Yale University in New Haven. Finally, he trained in cardiovascular diseases in Texas. Dr. Roberto is known for his compassionate approach towards his patients.
Specialization
Dr. Roberto Torres Aguiar specializes in Adult Congenital Heart Disease and Interventional Cardiology. He also has a clinical interest in Peripheral Vascular Disease. Dr. Roberto has treated conditions like Angina Pectoris, Aortic Valvular Disease, Cardiac Arrhythmia, Cardiomyopathy, and Conduction Disorders. Additionally, he carries out procedures such as Abdominal Aortogram, Carotid Angiography, and Electrocardiogram.
Education and Certification
- Pre-med in General Biological Science, Universidad de Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico
- Doctor of Medicine, Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, Spain
- Internship in Internal Medicine, Lutheran Medical Center, New York Downstate University, New York
- Residency in Internal Medicine, Yale University School of Medicine, Norwalk Hospital, New Haven
- Fellowship in Cardiovascular Diseases, Baylor College of Medicine, Texas Heart Institute, Houston
- American Board of Internal Medicine
Experience
- Over 35 years of experience in the medical field
- Invasive and Interventional Cardiologist, RTA Cardiology Services PSP, Winter Park (October 2006-December 2009)
- Invasive and Interventional Cardiologist, Florida Cardiology PA, Orlando (July 2010-Present)
Achievements
- Compassionate Doctor Recognition (2017)
- Patients’ Choice Award 2017, 2018)
- On-Time Doctor Award (2018)
- Fellow, American College of Cardiology
- Fellow, American College of Physicians
- Member, Texas Heart Institute Cardiology Society
- Member, Colegio Medicos Cirusanos Puerto Rico
Website
Dr. Aurelio Duran
I became a doctor because I get to help people during their greatest moments of need. I chose this path because I became fascinated with the heart’s electrical system and figuring out what causes abnormal heart rhythms. Offering insights, skills, counsel to carry my patients to the best possible outcome is a great reward to me as a human being both intellectually and emotionally.”
Dr. Aurelio Duran is a cardiologist that possesses extensive knowledge when it comes to treating cardiovascular diseases. He has been in practice for over 20 years, and he is known to provide insights to his patients that are usually kept hidden from them. Educating his patients is another vital aspect of his practice.
Specialization
Dr. Aurelio Duran specializes in Adult Congenital Heart Disease and Cardiac Electrophysiology. He also deals with hypertension and general cardiovascular diseases. He is also skilled at carrying out complex procedures, and he has treated conditions like Acute Myocardial Infarction (AMI), Mitral Valvular Disease, Cardiomyopathy, Congenital Anomalies of the Heart, and Heart Failure.
Education and Certification
- Bachelor of Arts, New York University, New York
- Doctor of Medicine, Harvard Medical School, Boston
- Residency in Internal Medicine, Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons, New York
- Fellowship in Cardiovascular Diseases, University of Miami/Jackson Health System, Miami
- American Board of Internal Medicine
Experience
- Over 20 years of experience in the medical field
- Cardiologist, Orlando Health Heart & Vascular Institute, Orlando (July 1992-Present)
Achievements
- Top 10 Doctor – Neighborhood (2014)
- Top Doctor, Orlando City Magazine (2019)
- Top Doctor, Orlando Family Magazine (2021)
- Fellow, American College of Cardiology
- Member, Harvard Medical Alumni Association
Media Appearances
Dr. Aurelio Duran has been featured in Orlando Family Magazine, Naples News Daily, and Orlando City Magazine.
Website
https://www.orlandohealth.com/
Dr. Rohit Bhateja
My motivation is my patients, they drive the passion that I have for my work. The patients, their families, and the outcomes of all the cases that I do and the procedures that I do, really put me in the place where I am today. I think being a doctor is fun, from a father, enjoying kids playing with the stethoscope to the limitless spectrum of diseases that we see in our practices and the amount of care we can provide patients beyond our imagination with the tools and technology that we have at our disposal, I think we have been able to do a lot that we couldn’t expect years ago.”
While most people become a doctor to save lives, there are some who are passionate about medicine, and Dr. Rohit Bhatheja is in the latter group. Originally, he is from India and graduated from M.G.M. Medical College, following that he got medically trained in Kentucky. Interestingly, he also underwent Business Administration education to get a better understanding of the financial side of this industry.
Specialization
Dr. Rohit Bhatheja is an expert in Interventional Cardiology and treating heart diseases with a minimally invasive approach. Additionally, he welcomes all patients, even the ones who are subject to previous heart issues or assistance devices such as pacemakers. He also has a keen interest in utilizing the latest technology in his practice. FlowTriever is his favorite medical device.
FlowTriever is a mechanical mesh-suction device. We are not doing any major surgery, we are not cutting open any skin, we are doing everything with needle holes and punctures through the groin.”
Education and Certification
- Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (M.B.B.S), M.G.M. Medical College, Jamshedpur
- Residency in Internal Medicine, Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Cleveland
- Fellowship in Interventional Cardiology, University of Kentucky-Albert B. Chandler Hospital
- Fellowship in Cardiovascular Disease, University of Kentucky-Albert B. Chandler Hospital
- Master of Business Administration, Northwest University-Kellog School of Management
- American Board of Internal Medicine
Experience
- Over 10 years of experience in the medical field
- Intervention Cardiologist, AdventHealth, Florida (July 2010-Present)
- Associate Professor, University of Central Florida (July 2017-Present)
Achievements
- Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Stage 1 (2012)
- Orlando Top Doctor (2017, 2018, 2019)
- Fellow, American College of Cardiology
Website
Dr. David Gordon Nykanen
Dr. David Gordon Nykanen is among the rare cardiologist in Orlando that specifically treats heart diseases in children. With a high ratio of the senior population, it doesn’t come as a surprise that most physicians opt for fields that deal with diseases in adults; however, Dr. David saw the increasing heart malfunctions in children and decided to become a pediatric cardiologist. He completed his medical education and most of his training in Canada before coming to the United States.
Specialization
Dr. David Nykanen is an expert in Pediatric Interventional Cardiology, and his exceptional skills in this field led him to the position of Co-Director of Pediatrics Cardiology in Orlando Health hospital. He has also written several publications on cardiovascular diseases in children. Despite being exclusively a pediatric cardiologist, he also deals with Adult Congenital Heart Diseases.
Education and Certificaiton
- Bachelor’s Degre
- Doctor of Medicine, The University of Calgary, Canada
- Rotating Internship, Mount Sinai Hospital, The University of Toronto, Canada
- Residency in Pediatrics, The Children’s Hospital of Western Ontario, The University of Western Ontario, Canada
- Fellowship in Pediatric Cardiology, The Hospital For Sick Children, University of Toronto, Canada,
- Fellowship in Pediatric Interventional Catheterization, Boston Children’s Hospital, Boston
- American Board of Pediatrics
Experience
- Over 25 years of experience in the medical field
- Pediatric Cardiologist, Boston Children’s Hospital, Boston (July 1993-August 2000)
- Pediatric Cardiologist, Miami Children’s Hospital, Miami (September 2000-June 2012)
- Pediatric Cardiologist, Orlando Health, Orlando (2002-Present)
- Co-Director, The Heart Center at Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children, Orlando (Present)
Achievements
- Patients’ Choice Award (2016)
- On-Time Doctor Award (2016)
- Best Doctors, Orlando City Magazine (2019)
- Castle Connolly Top Doctors – 5 Years
- Fellow, American College of Cardiology
Media Appearances
Dr. David Gordon Nykanen has been featured in Orlando City Magazine.
Website
https://www.arnoldpalmerhospital.com/
Dr. Nitza I. Alvarez Torres
The difference between heart attack and heart failure is that heart attack is a sudden onset of lack of blood flow to your heart. Heart failure is the inability of the heart to pump the blood, patient with a heart attack can develop heart failure, you don’t have to have a heart attack to develop a heart failure.”
Dr. Nitza Alvarez Torres was born in Puerto Rico, and she is an excellent cardiologist practicing in Orlando. Following her medical education in Puerto Rico, she flew to New York and completed her residency and fellowship. Interestingly, Dr. Torres belongs to a large family with 10 siblings, and she is the oldest. Being the elder sister, she has a natural compassion and a caring nature towards her patients. She strongly encourages a healthier lifestyle, and being an avid runner, she acts as a role model for some of her patients. When she is not working, she loves spending time with her husband and two children.
Specialization
Dr. Nitza Alvarez Torres specializes in Preventive Cardiology and heart diseases in women. Being certified in Echocardiography and Nuclear Cardiology, she also fuses these procedures into her practice for optimal treatment of her patients. She is also open about the discrepancy in the diagnoses and treatment of women when it comes to heart diseases.
Heart disease is under-recognized in women, presenting in a way prevents the need for more studies to understand why are we different and difference in the treatment. They going to present what are called atypical symptoms. I think it’s time we get rid of this term because it is atypical only because men will not present with those symptoms.”
Education and Certification
- Bachelor of Science in General Biology, Universidad de Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico
- Doctor of Medicine, Universidad Central del Caribe School of Medicine, Puerto Rico
- Residency in Internal Medicine, Albany Medical Center, New York
- Fellowship in Cardiovascular Diseases, Albany Medical Center, New York
- American Board of Internal Medicine
- American Society of Nuclear Cardiology
- American Society of Echocardiography
Experience
- Over 10 years of experience in the medical field
- Cardiovascular Disease Specialist President, Tri-County Heart Institute, Greater Orlando Area (Present)
Achievements
- Dr. Doyle Endowed Cardiology Award (2009)
- Fellow, American College of Cardiology
- Fellow, American Society of Nuclear Cardiology
- Member, Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society
- Member, American Heart Association
Philanthropy
Dr. Nitza Torres is the medical director of Catholic Charities Lazarus Clinic Wildwood in Florida. This organization works in association with San Pedro de Jesus Maldonado Mission to provide much-needed medical care and preventive health awareness to minorities or migrant workers in Sumter, Lake, and Marion counties. They treat on average 1,000 people a year.
Media Appearances
Dr. Nitza Alvarez Torres has appeared on Hometown Health.
Website
https://www.leesburgregional.org/
Dr. Suvarchala Dara
Dr. Suvarchala Dara was born in Hyderabad, India, and she completed her medical education at the Osmania Medical College, which is among the oldest medical institutions in the world before coming to the United States. Dr. Dara is known for her care towards the patient, she treats the patient as a whole human being, and she makes them feel like a family. Outside of her professional life, she enjoys spending time with her family.
Specialization
Dr. Suvarchala Dara specializes in Adult Congenital Heart Diseases, which doesn’t come as a surprise because Orlando has a majority of the older population. She has years of experience carrying out complex procedures, and stress tests, Echocardiograms, and Cardiac Catheterization are some of her daily tasks. She also has a clinical interest in Atrial Fibrillation.
Education and Certification
- Bachelor’s Degree, Osmania Medical College, India
- Doctor of Medicine, Osmania Medical College, India
- Residency in Internal Medicine, Virginia Commonwealth University Health System, Richmond
- Fellowship in Cardiovascular Diseases, Virginia Commonwealth University Health System, Richmond
- American Board of Internal Medicine
Experience
- Over 10 years of experience in the medical field
- Medical Director, Cardiovascular Institute of Orlando, Orlando (January 2010-Present)
Achievements
- Compassionate Doctor Recognition (2012)
- Patients’ Choice Award (2012, 2015, 2017)
- Finest Doctors, Orlando Magazine (2021)
- Fellow, American Collge of Cardiology
Media Appearances
Dr. Suvarchala Dara has been featured in News 13, News 9, and Orlando magazine.
Dr. Suvarchala Dara (Left) and Dr. Sheela Ramesh (Right) featured in Orlando Magazine
Dr. Bernard Gros
Dr. Bernard Gros is a board-certified cardiologist, and he has been in practice for over 20 years. Following his medical training, he began his medical career with Cardiology Associates of Gainesville in Florida. Dr. Bernanrd is skilled in the field of cardiology, for this, he has also been recognized as a top doctor.
Specialization
Dr. Bernard Gros specializes in Echocardiography, Nuclear Cardiology, and Non-Invasive Cardiology. Dr. Bernard has treated conditions like Angina Pectoris, Ischemic Heart Disease, Cardiomyopathy, Hypertension (HTN), Atrial Fibrillation, and Atrial Flutter. He also has a clinical interest in Wrist Catheterization.
Education and Certification
- Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry and History, Emory University, Atlanta
- Doctor of Medicine, Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta
- Residency in Internal Medicine, University of Michigan Hospitals, Ann Arbor
- Fellowship in Cardiology, University of Michigan Hospitals, Ann Arbor
- American Board of Internal Medicine
Experience
- Over 20 years of experience in the medical field
- Partner, Cardiology Associates of Gainesville, Gainesville (July 1997-October 2011)
- Executive Committee of Shands, University of Central Florida (2002-2004)
- Cardiology Practice Director and Associate Professor of Medicine, University of Central Florida, Orlando (November 2011-Present)
Achievements
- American’s Top Physicians (2002)
- Best Doctor, Orlando City Magazine (2017)
- Top Doctor, Orlando Family Magazine (2021)
- Fellow, American College of Cardiology
- Member, American Heart Association
- Member, American Society of Echocardiography
Media Appearances
Dr. Bernard Gros has been featured in Orlando City Magazine and Orlando Family Magazine.
Website
Dr. Sherali Gowani
Practicing in Orlando, Dr. Sherali Gowani strongly believes in patient education because if a patient is educated about their condition, they can make an informed decision. Dr. Gowani also puts a lot of energy into disease prevention, and he brings his patients’ attention to bad lifestyles and eating habits that ultimately lead to heart diseases. Also, he believes in small changes because they are easier to achieve by the majority of the patients.
Specialization
Dr. Sherali Gowani specializes in Interventional Cardiology, Peripheral Endovascular Interventional Cardiology, and Vascular Medicine. He has treated conditions like Aortic Valvular Disease Mitral Valvular Disease, Conduction Disorders, Cardiac Arrhythmia, and Pericarditis.
Education and Certification
- Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (M.B.B.S), DOW University of Health Sciences, Pakistan
- Internship in Internal Medicine, Helene Fuld Medical Center, Trenton
- Residency in Internal Medicine, Capital Health Regional Medical Center, Trenton
- Fellowship in Cardiovascular Diseases, Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, New Brunswick
- American Board of Internal Medicine
Experience
- Over 30 years of experience in the medical field
- Managing Director, Gowani Medical Associates, Orlando (January 1991-Present)
Achievements
- Fellow, American College of Cardiology