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Dr. Irfan Iftikhar, MD

Dr. Irfan Iftikhar, MD

Interventional Cardiology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Irfan Iftikhar, MD is an interventional cardiologist in Houston, TX and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Dow Med Coll, Karachi in 1989. He is affiliated with Houston Methodist West Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.5 Star Rating
Based on 50 reviews 4.5 Star Rating (50 reviews)

Practice

2222 Greenhouse Rd Ste 600 Houston, TX 77084
Telehealth available

Dr. Iftikhar is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

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Dr. Iftikhar's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Iftikhar

4.5
50 ratings, 25 with a written review
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Excellent Cardiologist
Always the best service over many years of seeing Dr. Iftikhar. Also, I have heard other patients with nothing but the best to say about Dr. Iftikhar. He will work his magic to keep your pump working!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Connel Shelton – May 21, 2024
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Dr Iftikhar has been my cardiologist for over 10 years and for my husband before that. He is thorough, caring, and knowledgeable in his field. His staff are always pleasant and helpful. I trust them all completely!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 23, 2024
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Wonderful experience!
I went to my initial appointment with Dr. Iftikhar this morning. He and his entire staff are extraordinarily professional and a sincere delight to deal with. It was my first visit to a cardiologist and I was, to put it mildly, in an extremely anxious state of mind. From the moment I walked in the door every interaction with the staff and the doctor put me at ease. I was treated with compassion and professionalism at every turn. My examination was thorough and efficient. Diagnosis was prompt and relieved my stress in a way for which I am most grateful. I cannot find enough superlatives to heap praise upon this fine physician and his quite amazing staff. I recommend this practice in the strongest possible terms.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Donald McWilliams – Jan 13, 2024
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This is the guy to trust with your Heart!
I always walk away feeling understood and confident that my care and education is the goal. Gloria, the nurse is outstanding!!!! What a kind person to have by your side when you're overwhelmed and need a friend. The office staff is happy. I would highly recommend Dr Iftikar. It is my belief that Dr Iftikhar's intuition and skill saved my life. He stepped in, took full control and I felt safe and in good hands. 4 stents, 2 yrs. later double bypass surgery. Doing great now 62 years young
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jill R – Nov 16, 2023
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Very considerate of patients concerns. I highly recommend as he takes the time to listen and offers excellent advice. Very caring professional.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Nov 07, 2023
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I would consider Dr. Iftikhar and his entire team to be exemplary. Every single person that I dealt with was extremely friendly and very professional. One thing that is important to me is that I didn't have to get there and wait. I was recognized and assisted immediately. Top notch and first class all the way. I totally recommend Dr. Iftikhar and his team.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Dona Hinton – Feb 12, 2022
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The office is always clean and well kept. The staff are pleasant and welcoming. Today I had the pleasure of being greeted by Ms Erica and Nurse Lena. Both beautiful souls, very easy to talk to and extremely informative. I didnt have the Doctor to see me today but he is very professional, very smart, and extremely kind.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Sentrell Hamilton – Apr 01, 2021
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Dr. Iftikhar has been taking excellent care of my husband’s heart for approximately 4 years. He listens to us and has provided all the knowledge, needed tests and procedures to keep Charlie healthy. His nurses and office workers are just as organized, knowledgeable and caring as he is. Thanks to all of them for giving us 4 more years and counting.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Sue Dressel – Jan 30, 2021
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I felt that both Dr. Irfan & his staff were very discourteous and made for a very uncomfortable visit. I went to see another cardio for second opinion, one of the top ranked cardio in Downtown Houston. He didnt seem to take it well and refused to see me anymore. On second consultation call, he made me wait 45 mins, gave me 5-8 mins consultation and essentially told me to go see other cardio. If we are diagnosed with major issue, I'd think it is normal practice to get second opinion. Also he seemed bothered our PCP didn't refer us to him although both are in Katy. I am paying you and visiting you to solve my darn health problem. I don't give two cents about doctors' politics, and them maintaining or ruining their social circle with colleagues. That's their problem. Not mine. Only good thing about this doctor is specialist doctors (pulmo, nephro) in his network that he refers are good. Rest is not worth it.
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
1 other person found this helpful
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Jan 26, 2021
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He is a very caring doctor He cares about his patients .His staff is excellent. Very professional. Thelma Boyle Katy, Tx.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Thelma Boyle – Aug 22, 2019
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Awesome! He and his team could not be kinder or more professional.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Craig McClusky in Katy, TX – Jun 12, 2019
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Dr. Iftikhar is the BEST of the BEST. He found the two critical blockages in my heart that no one else could find or even look for. He is so thorough and personally driven to help his patients. He is so compassionate and caring. I highly recommend Dr. Iftikhar. He has seen me through the toughest health problems of my life. I never worry because I know that he has my back (heart). His staff is amazing. If only more medical offices could be run like his.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Loretta Guidroz in Katy, TX – Feb 18, 2019
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Dr Iftikhar is the best cardiologist I've had in 30 years... He saved my life. His office is convenient easy to park, and located in Houston... near Katy. I would refer him to anyone that has cardiac issues.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Brian Kline in Katy, TX – Feb 07, 2019
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Dr. Iftikhar is the Maestro of a team that is in business of saving and extending lives. I was visibly shook up after my Heart CT Scan, the practice manager Bethany, met me first and put me at ease with her excellent communication and professional team. Next day, Sabrina, RN/Administrator at ACC, made sure that there are no wrinkles in my 6 AM appointment. Assisted by RNs Karyn, Anam, Connie, RTs Ted, and Albert, Dr. Iftikhar placed a stent in my heart. Excellent experience and top notch team!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Zaf Tahir in Houston, TX – Jan 25, 2019
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staff is his undoing, the scheduling woman was never around for phone calls and never once returned a call. find some one else
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
1 other person found this helpful
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john caldo in AZ – Aug 08, 2018
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Dr. Iftikhar is truly amazing. His office staff is so nice and caring. They are always willing to go the extra mile to make sure my concerns are addressed. Prior to seeing Dr. Iftikhar I was a patient of a cardiologist that was a part of a large group. I always felt like a number. Dr. Iftikhar’s office is different they are very personable. He and his staff remembered my name and a few details about my family that I shared with them by the third visit. I’ve recommended Dr. Iftikhar to all
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Laura Wiltz in Houston, TX – Nov 09, 2017
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Dr. Iftikhar saved my father-in-law's life when he had a heart attack several years ago. He took excellent care of him, even though he had no insurance at the time. Dr. Iftikhar made sure my FIL had everything he needed to survive and thrive. A few years later, my FIL needed bypass surgery and Dr. Iftikhar stayed by our side the entire time. His staff has always shown us the utmost care and respect and are some of the best office staff members I've ever had the pleasure to deal with.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Houston – Oct 24, 2017
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Dr. Ifthikhar was my cardiologist during my pregnancy and my opinion of his profession and his staff were very high. When my mother began having some issues with her blood pressure, I asked her to change cardiologists and long story short, Dr. ifthikar has saved my mothers life! Whenever my mother has needed refills, they have been called in before the end of the day. Whenever my mother has gone into AFIB, Dr. ifthikar has made her direct admission fast and easy! I highly recommend this dr.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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Vanessa C. in Miami, FL – Oct 19, 2017
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Dr Iftikhar is a great doctor. He has treated my for several years. He listens to my concerns and address all of my issues so that I can understand completely. His staff is like no other office. They go above and beyond for me. I have never experienced a facility like this one. I would recommend Dr Iftikhar to all of my family and friends that need a great cardiologist in a heartbeat.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Vlasta Chavez in Rosenberg, TX – Oct 19, 2017
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Have been going nearly 20 yrs.. excellent staff & wonderful Dr. He gave my mother several more yrs to live. Would only see him for any heart related problems.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Debbie Mathis in Hempstead, tx – Oct 13, 2017
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care philosophy

Our practice values patients' input at the top. The doctor likes to spend time with patients and the office staff provide a very friendly and professional atmosphere. We focus on prevention and excel in intervention if and when needed.
  • Interventional Cardiology

  • Cardiology

  • Internal Medicine

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Loyola University Medical Center Interventional Card

    Fellowship Hospital, 2000
  • Loyola University Med Ctr. Gen Cardiology

    Fellowship Hospital, 1998
  • Baylor College Of Medicine

    Internship Hospital, 1992
  • Dow Med Coll, Karachi

    Medical School, 1989
  • Dow Medical College Karachi

    Medical School, 1989
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Medical Specialties
Cardiology
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Cardiovascular Disease
Interventional Cardiology
National Board of Physicians and Surgeons®
National Board of Physicians and Surgeons®
Cardiovascular Disease
Internal Medicine
Interventional Cardiology
Self designated 
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Dr. Iftikhar is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

  • Chief cardiology fellow Loyola Univ Med ctr, 1998-2000

  • chairman cardiology Christus st catherine, 2008-2011

  • chairman cardiology west huston hospital, 2008-2010

  • chairman cardiology Methodist West Hospital, 2013-2015

  • Top cardiologists of Texas " Texas Monthly", Dec 2010

  • Top cardiologists of Houston in " H" magazine, 2009 2010

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Cardiac Intervention Specialists P.A.2222 Greenhouse Rd Ste 600 Houston, TX 77084
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