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Zaher Akkad, MD, FACC

Faran Bashir, MD, FACC, FSCAI
Shishir Murarka, MD

Shishir Murarka, MD, FACC

Katherine Minor, PA-C

Holly Franklin, APRN, FNP-BC
Carla Poplawsky PA-C

Carla Poplawsky, PA-C

Ali Askari, MD, FACP
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Testimonials

Words from our patients

  • Dr. Akkad's personality, caring, gentleness and expertise are outstanding. Katie, his PA, is equally delightful.. Both the doctor and Katie showed a caring attitude

    Verified Patient, Maricopa, AZ

  • Dr. Murarka was one of the most friendly and caring Dr's ive encountered. I had a stroke in August 2018. Dr. Murarka checked in on me and always had a smile.

    Sherelynne, Phoenix

  • Dr Akkad and his assistant Katie Minor are the best doctors I have ever been to see. They are patient and informative, and never make you feel like you are being rushed.

    Laurel Bonomi, Glendale

  • Dr Bashir is absolutely one of the best. Has been my cardiologist for about 15 years now. Very knowledgeable and spends time with me when I have appointments.

    Ron Johnson

  • Dr. Akkad and Katherine are by far the most caring and communicating the best. I would recommend both of them to anyone in need of a cardiologist.

    Jennifer, Mesa

  • Dr. Murarka is an absolute GEM. Because he used every bit of education he's had as a doctor and every ray of sunshine he embodies as a person

    Verified Patient

  • Dr. Akkad and PA Katie are just about fantastic. I would highly recommend them and Affiliated Cardiologists.

    David Weatherhold

  • I love this guy Dr. Bashir. Have seen him several times as an admitted patient and prior. He is caring and spends time at your bedside.

    Ron Johnson

  • Dr. Akkad is a genius. He saved me from having to have an extremely difficult surgery with a long difficult recovery. was immediately able to walk again!

    Suzanne C, Phoenix

  • Dr. Murarka did the procedure and I have never been so impressed with a doctor before. He spent time to explain everything to me and to answer questions.

    Pat Brewer, Payson

  • Dr. Akkad is an amazing cardiologist that really went the extra mile to help my husband. He is very knowledgeable & works with his patients to ensure their understanding

    Verified Patient, Avondale

  • The staff and drs at affiliated cardiologists were amazing. Dr. Bashir put 2 stents in and was very compassionate about my fears. I give him and his staff 6 stars

    Verified Patient

  • Dr. Akkad is extremely professional, knowledgeable & absolutely cares for the health of his patients. He responds to your questions thoroughly... His staff is superb!

    R. Harris, Maricopa

  • After a heart attack, I was transferred to a Phoenix hospital for an angiogram and a stent. Dr. Murarka did the procedure and I have never been so impressed with a doctor

    Pat Brewer

  • Extremely impressed with my entire experience with Dr Akkad and PA Katherine Minor. They took the time to both talk to and listen to me in a relaxed and attentive manner.

    Sher, Phoenix

  • I am fortunate to be alive, and Dr. Bashir was there to make that possible. I thank the powers that be, and that he was able to help me.

    Edward Jenkins

  • Both Dr. Akkad and his PA, Katie Minor, were a pleasure to have at such a critical time for me and my family. I really felt that they cared about us.

    Tom Bachman, Wexford, PA

  • This is an excellent physician. Dr.Muraka really knows his stuff! I am so glad he is my cardiologist.

    Liz

  • Dr. Zaher Akkad literally saved my life several years ago, when I passed out and taken to the hospital. I would certainly cast my vote for Dr. Akkad as one of the best

    Charles (Chuck) Cummins, JR, Phoenix

  • Dr. Akkad is a caring man. His staff is fantastic. They actually care about you as a person, not just "another file with a complaint ".

    Verified Patient, Maricopa

  • Dr. Akkad is the absolute best in Cardiology field and I have met several because of immediate family members. Always provides complete explanations.

    Pam, Maricopa