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Dr. Medhat Zaher, MD

Dr. Medhat Zaher, MD

Cardiology*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Medhat Zaher, MD is a cardiologist in Altoona, PA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Zaher has extensive experience in Heart Conditions and Interventional Cardiac Procedures. He graduated from KASR EL AINI COLLEGE OF MEDICINE / UNIVERSITY OF CAIRO in 1995. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Centra Bedford Memorial Hospital and Penn Highlands Huntingdon.

5 Star Rating
Based on 9 reviews 5 Star Rating (9 reviews)

Practice

1321 11th Ave Altoona, PA 16601

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Zaher is affiliated with Centra Bedford Memorial Hospital Bedford, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Zaher specializes in the areas of Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology, Cardiovascular Disease, Internal Medicine & Interventional Cardiology. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals
  • Good Communication
    Patients said there was good doctor communication at the hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Zaher's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Zaher

5.0
9 ratings, 7 with a written review
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Craig P alive thanks to Dr. ZAHER.
I was mountain biking near Huntingdon PA when I blew my wall on RCA which caused platelets to block 100% of artery. Luckily, I got to ER where Dr. ZAHER quickly arrived and installed 2 stents in new cath lab after I coded 4 times. BTW he had another person code happening in this small hospital right after me. We both lived! Five more minutes and I wouldn't be writing this. I can't say enough about his knowledge, skills, professionalism, and ability to explain in easy to understand terms. I was also life flighted to Altoona and he followed up with me there and did another cath to make sure I was good to go. I stayed in ICU for a week. He checked on me daily. He even followed up during the holidays. I'm mountain biking again thanks to Dr. Zaher. I highly recommend him!!! I can't thank him enough nor can my family. Don't even hesitate using him. He was great under pressure!
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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Craig P 25Oct24 – Dec 26, 2024
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I love dr zaher! Very down to earth, explained everything in laymen s terms. Made me feel very comfortable asking questions . Reviewed our plan of care, very kind doctor, I just love him, a wonderful human being, so glad he is my cardiologist!!
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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Andrea kling – Apr 11, 2024
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Dr. Zaher was very friendly, thoroughly explained everything. Dr. Zaher is very very good at what he does. I highly recommend him as a cardiologist and an exceptional person. What my husband and I especially appreciated about him was his kind manor in dealing with us. He was like a member of the family wanting to help you get the best care .
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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Dale & Anna Zook – Oct 27, 2022
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Review of Dr. Zaher
My name is Mrs. Jane Rita and I live in Johnstown. I was extremely lucky to have Dr. Zaher perform my heart catheterization and implant a stent at Conemaugh Memorial Hospital in Johnstown on July 20, 2022. He is a superb surgeon! I highly recommend him! He is so kind and patient and explains clearly the procedures he is going to perform. He is extremely skilled and dedicated.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Mrs. Jane Rita – Aug 25, 2022
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Would recommend him to anyone!
Dr Zaher has been my mother’s cardiologist since 2016. He saved her life after a a newly inserted stent occluded (closed). He always willingly answers questions and truly LISTENS to the patient. In fact more recently she indicated she was having problems. Medical tests didn’t indicate an issue but he listened to her and lo and behold she needed another stent. Very thorough and always says “it’s my job to continue to try different things to make you feel better”. He truly has given my mom more years to her life and for that I will FOREVER be grateful.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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N Brown – Jul 31, 2022
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The Dr is a Rockstar! If you have any 2nd thoughts don’t. He is very skilled and dedicated to what he does. I highly recommend him. If I need any attention to my heart in the future he is the guy you want to see!
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Jef C Nelson – Mar 11, 2021
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Dr. Zaher installed two stents in my LAD artery on 01/28/2021 @ conemaugh nason medical center. He and his team totally prepared me for this proceedure and I have never been treated with more kindness and respect. I would recommend any one that needs such a proceedure to request that the proceedure be done at Conemugh Nason, by Dr. Medhat Zaher and his team, for me it was a truely enjoyable experience.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Bill Bratton from Osceola Mills, Pa. – Feb 01, 2021
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About Me

biography

Dr. Medhat Zaher, MD is a cardiologist in Altoona, PA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Zaher has extensive experience in Heart Conditions and Interventional Cardiac Procedures. He graduated from KASR EL AINI COLLEGE...read more
  • Cardiology

  • Interventional Cardiology

  • Advanced Heart Failure & Transplant 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.

  • Kasr El Aini College Of Medicine / University Of Cairo

    Medical School, 1995
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology
Cardiovascular Disease
Internal Medicine
Interventional Cardiology
For detailed information about any of the below board actions, please search for the provider's records on the linked state licensing board or the Federation of State Medical Boards. To learn more about the difference between these sources, please refer to our FAQs.
Healthgrades has not received any data indicating a board action exists for this provider.
  • English

  • Arabic

Locations

Practice

Cardiology Associates of Altoona LLP1321 11th Ave Altoona, PA 16601
1

Practice

MGH Cardiovascular Associates LLC680 Broadway Ste 503 Paterson, NJ 07514
2

Practice

Nason Medical Center LLC105 Nason Dr Roaring Spring, PA 16673
3

Practice

Conemaugh Miners Medical Center290 Haida Ave Hastings, PA 16646
4

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Conemaugh Nason Medical Center

    105 Nason Dr
    Roaring Spring, PA 16673

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    83%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Centra Bedford Memorial Hospital

    1613 Oakwood St
    Bedford, VA 24523
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    82%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback
  • Penn Highlands Huntingdon

    1225 Warm Springs Ave
    Huntingdon, PA 16652
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% lower than the national average

    81%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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