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Muhammad Waqas Athar

MD
Electrophysiology,
Cardiology

About Me

Conditions I specialize in
  • Electrophysiology
  • Cardiology

Prior to coming to TriHealth, Dr. Muhammad Athar served as a staff cardiologist and as an electrophysiologist. He has been recognized for clinical excellence and introducing new techniques. Prior to completing two fellowships at the University of Cincinnati, he was on faculty in the Division of Hospital Medicine at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. He loves the intellectual stimulation that cardiology, and specifically electrophysiology, provides. In his new role, he is excited about exploring new procedures and treatments as the field continues to develop.

Dr. Athar diagnoses and treats adults with arrhythmia and other forms of irregular heartbeats. He also implants devices like pacemakers and defibrillators and performs ablations and laser lead extractions. As part of a patient-centered practice, he believes in helping patients make informed choices. While he will make a clear recommendation, he likes to provide alternatives for his patients to consider. He encourages everyone to seek medical advice when something does not feel right, emphasizing that early treatment is important.

Practice Focus • Arrhythmia treatment • Ablations • Implantable cardioverter defibrillator • Laser lead extraction • Pacemaker and cardiac resynchronization therapy • WATCHMAN™ procedure

Locations I practice at

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    TriHealth Heart & Vascular Institute - Good Samaritan Campus
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    TriHealth Heart & Vascular Institute - Good Samaritan Cardiac Testing - Finneytown
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    TriHealth Heart & Vascular Institute - Thomas Comprehensive Care Center
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    TriHealth Heart & Vascular Institute - Western Ridge
  • Education

    • University of Cincinnati College of Medicine | Fellowship, 2022
    • University of Cincinnati College of Medicine | Fellowship, 2020
    • Grand Rapids Medical Education Partners | Residency, 2011
    • King Edward Medical University | Medical School, 2004
      Medical Doctor

    Certifications

    • American Board of Internal Medicine | Board, 2020
      Cardiovascular Disease
    • American Board of Internal Medicine | Board, 2022
      Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology

    Ratings and Reviews

    The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
    4.8 / 5 (261 ratings, 3 comments)
    Comments from patients
    • 5 / 5
      Dr Athar made my first visit a positive experience. Was nervous but he was very nice and answered all questions.
      Reviewed June 04, 2024
    • 5 / 5
      Everything was as treated professionally
      Reviewed May 31, 2024
    • 5 / 5
      I felt well informed about everything.
      Reviewed May 22, 2024
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