{"id":18021,"date":"2025-05-08T13:21:12","date_gmt":"2025-05-08T13:21:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/epicheartandvascular.com\/?page_id=18021"},"modified":"2026-10-20T19:00:28","modified_gmt":"2026-10-21T01:00:28","slug":"abdominal-aortic-ultrasound-doppler","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/epicheartandvascular.com\/es\/abdominal-aortic-ultrasound-doppler\/","title":{"rendered":"Abdominal Aortic Ultrasound &#038; Doppler"},"content":{"rendered":"<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"18021\" class=\"elementor elementor-18021\" data-elementor-post-type=\"page\">\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c14bd69 e-con-full eh-page-hero e-flex e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"c14bd69\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-cf70c94 e-con-full eh-page-hero__media e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"cf70c94\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-62fbcaa e-con-full eh-page-hero__inner e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"62fbcaa\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-98db594 elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"98db594\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<nav class=\"eh-crumb\" aria-label=\"Breadcrumb\"><a href=\"\/es\/\">Home<\/a><span class=\"sep\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span><a href=\"\/es\/testing-procedure\/\">Testing &amp; Procedure<\/a><span class=\"sep\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span><span aria-current=\"page\">Abdominal Aortic Ultrasound &amp; Doppler<\/span><\/nav>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c1e97e4 eh-chip-w elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"c1e97e4\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Vascular Care<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0c7fbe1 eh-title elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"0c7fbe1\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h1 style=\"text-align: center;\">Abdominal Aortic Ultrasound &amp; Doppler<\/h1>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c4a97aa e-con-full e-flex e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"c4a97aa\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0729d95 e-con-full eh-row e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"0729d95\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-55f08f1 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"55f08f1\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-91acccc elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"91acccc\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2 data-start=\"167\" data-end=\"230\">Accurate Aneurysm Detection at EPIC Heart &amp; Vascular Center<\/h2>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"232\" data-end=\"606\">At EPIC Heart &amp; Vascular Center, we provide expert Abdominal Aortic Ultrasound &amp; Doppler testing near you to help detect life-threatening conditions like abdominal aortic aneurysms (AAA) early. Our board-certified specialists use this safe and non-invasive imaging test to evaluate the size, structure, and blood flow of the abdominal aorta \u2014 the body\u2019s main artery.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"613\" data-end=\"670\">What Is an Abdominal Aortic Ultrasound &amp; Doppler?<\/h2>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"672\" data-end=\"1050\">An Abdominal Aortic Ultrasound &amp; Doppler is a non-invasive, painless imaging test that uses high-frequency sound waves to create real-time images of the abdominal aorta. With Doppler technology, it also measures blood flow to detect abnormalities such as aneurysms, narrowing, or blockages, which may not cause symptoms but can be life-threatening if left untreated.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"672\" data-end=\"1050\">\n<\/p><h2 data-start=\"1057\" data-end=\"1115\">Common Reasons for an Abdominal Aortic Ultrasound:<\/h2>\n<ul data-start=\"1117\" data-end=\"1361\">\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1117\" data-end=\"1164\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1119\" data-end=\"1164\">Family history of abdominal aortic aneurysm<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1165\" data-end=\"1208\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1167\" data-end=\"1208\">High blood pressure or high cholesterol<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1209\" data-end=\"1231\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1211\" data-end=\"1231\">History of smoking<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1232\" data-end=\"1276\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1234\" data-end=\"1276\">Unexplained abdominal or lower back pain<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1277\" data-end=\"1315\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1279\" data-end=\"1315\">Pulsating sensation in the abdomen<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1316\" data-end=\"1361\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1318\" data-end=\"1361\">Routine vascular screening in men over 65<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-48e7bc2 elementor-align-center epicenvent elementor-widget elementor-widget-button\" data-id=\"48e7bc2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"button.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-button elementor-button-link elementor-size-sm\" href=\"#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dpopup%3Aopen%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6IjIwOTc4IiwidG9nZ2xlIjpmYWxzZX0%3D\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-content-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-text\">Schedule Your Appointment<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-23fde24 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"23fde24\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2 data-start=\"1408\" data-end=\"1434\">How the Test Works<\/h2>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1436\" data-end=\"1798\">During the procedure, you will lie comfortably on your back while a technician applies warm gel to your abdomen. A handheld transducer is moved over your stomach area to capture images of your aorta. The Doppler function evaluates blood flow patterns. The test takes 20\u201330 minutes, is radiation-free, and is interpreted by our expert vascular physicians.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"1805\" data-end=\"1867\">Why Choose EPIC Heart for Abdominal Aortic Ultrasound?<\/h2>\n<ul data-start=\"1869\" data-end=\"2181\">\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1869\" data-end=\"1912\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1871\" data-end=\"1912\">Same-day testing appointments available<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1913\" data-end=\"1972\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1915\" data-end=\"1972\">Board-certified vascular and cardiovascular specialists<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1973\" data-end=\"2022\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1975\" data-end=\"2022\">State-of-the-art Doppler ultrasound equipment<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"2023\" data-end=\"2066\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2025\" data-end=\"2066\">Early aneurysm detection can save lives<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"2067\" data-end=\"2120\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2069\" data-end=\"2120\">Three convenient locations across Greater Houston<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"2121\" data-end=\"2181\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2123\" data-end=\"2181\">Accepting most major insurance plans, including Medicare<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2183\" data-end=\"2312\">Whether for routine screening or symptom evaluation, our compassionate team ensures fast, precise results with personalized care.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c460075 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"c460075\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"\" data-start=\"2319\" data-end=\"2379\">Abdominal Aortic Doppler Near Me \u2013 Locations We Serve<\/h2>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2381\" data-end=\"2503\">Get advanced Abdominal Aortic Ultrasound &amp; Doppler testing close to home at one of our trusted cardiovascular centers:<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"\" data-start=\"2505\" data-end=\"2531\">Houston Location<\/h3>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2532\" data-end=\"2597\">17070 Red Oak Dr #405, Houston, TX 77090<br data-start=\"2575\" data-end=\"2578\">(832) 432-1951<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"\" data-start=\"2599\" data-end=\"2639\">Tomball \/ Willowbrook Location<\/h3>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2640\" data-end=\"2708\">155 School St, Suite 220, Tomball, TX 77375<br data-start=\"2686\" data-end=\"2689\">(832) 304-2070<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"\" data-start=\"2710\" data-end=\"2750\">Richmond \/ Sugar Land Location<\/h3>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2751\" data-end=\"2828\">6534 Greatwood Parkway, Unit A, Sugar Land, TX 77479<br data-start=\"2806\" data-end=\"2809\">(832) 645-8992<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-292ad5b elementor-align-center epicenvent elementor-widget elementor-widget-button\" data-id=\"292ad5b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"button.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-button elementor-button-link elementor-size-sm\" href=\"#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dpopup%3Aopen%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6IjIwOTc4IiwidG9nZ2xlIjpmYWxzZX0%3D\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-content-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-text\">Book a Heart Screening Today<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1ed5c6f e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"1ed5c6f\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c73c2fa elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"c73c2fa\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" title=\"httpsepicheartandvascular.com (1)\" alt=\"Dr. M. 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Usman Khan, cardiologist at Epic Heart &amp; Vascular Center\" data-elementor-lightbox-description=\"We understand that you may not have control over some of your inherited genetics. Nevertheless, you can take the proper steps to prevent further damage. We will also discuss your current lifestyle practices that may affect you and how to proceed further with any changes. Many times, these problems repeat themselves because of repeated behaviors within the home like unhealthy habits. This can include high cholesterol, little to no exercise, smoking, and high alcohol intake. Therefore, you may be able to stop the cycle of health problems by researching your genetic health history. Being vigilant about your health will always have a positive outcome. The sooner the better.\" data-e-action-hash=\"#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6NTQwLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwczpcL1wvZXBpY2hlYXJ0YW5kdmFzY3VsYXIuY29tXC93cC1jb250ZW50XC91cGxvYWRzXC8yMDIwXC8xMlwvZHItbXVqYW1tYWQtdXNtYW4uanBnIn0%3D\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" title=\"cardiologist Houston\" alt=\"Dr. M. Usman Khan, cardiologist at Epic Heart &amp; Vascular Center\" width=\"333\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/epicheartandvascular.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/dr-mujammad-usman.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-540\" srcset=\"https:\/\/epicheartandvascular.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/dr-mujammad-usman.jpg 333w, https:\/\/epicheartandvascular.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/dr-mujammad-usman-200x300.jpg 200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 333px) 100vw, 333px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-51d13c2 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"51d13c2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/epicheartandvascular.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/doctor-usman-certificate.jpg\" data-elementor-open-lightbox=\"yes\" data-elementor-lightbox-title=\"Board certificate of Dr. M. Usman Khan\" data-elementor-lightbox-description=\"We understand that you may not have control over some of your inherited genetics. Nevertheless, you can take the proper steps to prevent further damage. We will also discuss your current lifestyle practices that may affect you and how to proceed further with any changes. Many times, these problems repeat themselves because of repeated behaviors within the home like unhealthy habits. This can include high cholesterol, little to no exercise, smoking, and high alcohol intake. Therefore, you may be able to stop the cycle of health problems by researching your genetic health history. Being vigilant about your health will always have a positive outcome. The sooner the better.\" data-e-action-hash=\"#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTU5OTAsInVybCI6Imh0dHBzOlwvXC9lcGljaGVhcnRhbmR2YXNjdWxhci5jb21cL3dwLWNvbnRlbnRcL3VwbG9hZHNcL2RvY3Rvci11c21hbi1jZXJ0aWZpY2F0ZS5qcGcifQ%3D%3D\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Dr. M. Usman Khan | Clinical Associate Professor\" width=\"500\" height=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/epicheartandvascular.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/doctor-usman-certificate.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-15990\" srcset=\"https:\/\/epicheartandvascular.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/doctor-usman-certificate.jpg 500w, https:\/\/epicheartandvascular.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/doctor-usman-certificate-300x210.jpg 300w, https:\/\/epicheartandvascular.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/doctor-usman-certificate-480x336.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2cc5136 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"2cc5136\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d72c1e3 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"d72c1e3\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>Dr. M. Usman Khan<\/h2>\n<p><strong>MD, FSCAI, FACC, FACP, FASNC<\/strong><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-264567c elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"264567c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"206\" data-end=\"329\" class=\"\"><strong>Board-Certified Interventional &amp; General Cardiologist<\/strong><br data-start=\"263\" data-end=\"266\"><strong>Clinical Associate Professor | EPIC Heart &amp; Vascular Center<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"331\" data-end=\"654\" class=\"\">Dr. M. Usman Khan is a confident, compassionate, and highly skilled interventional and general cardiologist with a reputation for excellence in patient care, academic achievement, and clinical innovation. His expertise spans a wide spectrum of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures for heart, arterial, and venous diseases.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"656\" data-end=\"1102\" class=\"\">A graduate of the prestigious King Edward Medical College, Dr. Khan earned the distinction of being named both Best Graduate and Most Distinguished Graduate. He was honored with four gold medals, two silver medals, and multiple academic awards. His prolific research career includes more than 30 peer-reviewed publications in leading medical journals and multiple accolades for his contributions to cardiovascular science.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1104\" data-end=\"1162\" class=\"\">Dr. Khan has held notable leadership positions, including:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1163\" data-end=\"1385\">\n<li data-start=\"1163\" data-end=\"1239\" class=\"\">\n<p data-start=\"1165\" data-end=\"1239\" class=\"\">Member of the Board of Trustees, Tennessee Medical Association (TMA)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1240\" data-end=\"1306\" class=\"\">\n<p data-start=\"1242\" data-end=\"1306\" class=\"\">Chair of the Residents &amp; Fellows Section, Southeast Region<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1307\" data-end=\"1385\" class=\"\">\n<p data-start=\"1309\" data-end=\"1385\" class=\"\">Delegate to the House of Delegates, American Medical Association (AMA)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1387\" data-end=\"1413\" class=\"\">He is a Fellow of the:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1414\" data-end=\"1633\">\n<li data-start=\"1414\" data-end=\"1459\" class=\"\">\n<p data-start=\"1416\" data-end=\"1459\" class=\"\">American College of Cardiology (FACC)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1460\" data-end=\"1532\" class=\"\">\n<p data-start=\"1462\" data-end=\"1532\" class=\"\">Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions (FSCAI)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1533\" data-end=\"1578\" class=\"\">\n<p data-start=\"1535\" data-end=\"1578\" class=\"\">American College of Physicians (FACP)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1579\" data-end=\"1633\" class=\"\">\n<p data-start=\"1581\" data-end=\"1633\" class=\"\">American Society of Nuclear Cardiology (FASNC)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1635\" data-end=\"1830\" class=\"\">Dr. Khan received specialized training under internationally renowned cardiologists, including Prof. Karl Weber and Prof. Michael Ragosta, further refining his advanced procedural skills.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"1837\" data-end=\"1864\" class=\"\">Areas of Expertise<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"1865\" data-end=\"1987\" class=\"\">Dr. Khan is known for delivering state-of-the-art care using both basic and advanced cardiovascular techniques, including:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1989\" data-end=\"2536\">\n<li data-start=\"1989\" data-end=\"2039\" class=\"\">\n<p data-start=\"1991\" data-end=\"2039\" class=\"\">Coronary &amp; Peripheral Angioplasty and Stenting<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2040\" data-end=\"2086\" class=\"\">\n<p data-start=\"2042\" data-end=\"2086\" class=\"\">Radial and Femoral Cardiac Catheterization<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2087\" data-end=\"2138\" class=\"\">\n<p data-start=\"2089\" data-end=\"2138\" class=\"\">Impella &amp; Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump Support<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2139\" data-end=\"2179\" class=\"\">\n<p data-start=\"2141\" data-end=\"2179\" class=\"\">Rotational and Laser Atherectomy<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2180\" data-end=\"2205\" class=\"\">\n<p data-start=\"2182\" data-end=\"2205\" class=\"\">PFO &amp; ASD Closure<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2206\" data-end=\"2259\" class=\"\">\n<p data-start=\"2208\" data-end=\"2259\" class=\"\">Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2260\" data-end=\"2291\" class=\"\">\n<p data-start=\"2262\" data-end=\"2291\" class=\"\">Alcohol Septal Ablation<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2292\" data-end=\"2337\" class=\"\">\n<p data-start=\"2294\" data-end=\"2337\" class=\"\">Venous Ablation &amp; VenaSeal Procedures<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2338\" data-end=\"2374\" class=\"\">\n<p data-start=\"2340\" data-end=\"2374\" class=\"\">Thrombectomy for Blood Clots<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2375\" data-end=\"2432\" class=\"\">\n<p data-start=\"2377\" data-end=\"2432\" class=\"\">Stress Testing (SPECT, PET, and Echocardiography)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2433\" data-end=\"2471\" class=\"\">\n<p data-start=\"2435\" data-end=\"2471\" class=\"\">Echocardiography (TTE and TEE)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2472\" data-end=\"2536\" class=\"\">\n<p data-start=\"2474\" data-end=\"2536\" class=\"\">Loop Recorder Implants, Pacemaker Placement, and Cardioversion<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Dr. Khan was awarded as \u2018the best graduate\u2019 and \u2018the most distinguished graduate\u2019 from King Edward Medical College \u2013 one of the oldest and most renowned institutes in South Asia. He also won 4 gold medals, 2 silver medals and 2 awards of distinction. He has authored over 30 peer reviewed articles in the leading medical journals worldwide and has received several research awards. He was elected as the member of board of trustees and Chair of residents and fellows\u2019 section of Tennessee Medical Association (TMA); Chair of Southeast Region of residents and fellows\u2019 section and Delegate to the House of Delegates of American Medical Association (AMA).<\/p>\n<p>He has been awarded with fellowship status by American College of Cardiology (ACP), American College of Physicians (ACC) and American Society of Nuclear Cardiology (ASNC) apart from his several board certifications. He has been trained by some of top most and internationally recognized icons in cardiovascular medicine and interventional cardiology including Prof. Karl Weber and Prof. Michael Ragosta.<\/p>\n<p>Dr. Khan specializes in both basic and advanced cardiovascular diagnostic and therapeutic modalities including simple and complex percutaneous coronary and vascular interventions, cardiac catheterization through both radial and femoral approaches, advanced cardiac support including Impella, intra-aortic Balloon Pump, rotational and laser atherectomy, PFO and ASD closure, Alcohol Septal Ablation, transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR), carotid and peripheral angiography and angioplasty, venous ablations and use of venaseal, interventions for occluded coronary and peripheral vessels, interventions for venous thrombo-embolism, transthoracic and trans-esophageal echocardiography, stress testing with SPECT, PET and echocardiography, Loop recorder implant, temporary venous pacemaker, cardioversion and electrocardiography.<\/p>\n<p>Dr. Khan offers state of the art care in cardiovascular diseases. 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