AblationforCardiacArrhythmias near Bolivia, NC

Care Philosophy: To provide high quality, convenient, outpatient care while incorporating cutting edge technology to provide the most complete cardiovascular care in the Grand Strand.

Care Philosophy: Our goal is to provide high quality, convenient outpatient Cardiology and Gastroenterology services to the community we serve, creating exceptional value for our patients, our employees, and our partners.

Care Philosophy: Our goal is to provide high quality, convenient outpatient Cardiology and Gastroenterology services to the community we serve, creating exceptional value for our patients, our employees, and our partners.

Biography: Dr. Christopher Barber, MD is a Cardiology Specialist who practices in Wilmington, NC. He is 68 years old and has been practicing for 38 years. Dr. Christopher Barber, MD is affiliated with Novant Wilmington NC.

Biography: As the daughter of a cardiologist, I've wanted to be a heart doctor since age 10, when I figured out how the heart performed as a pump and how vital the organ is for the whole human body. \n Growing up in Washington, D.C., I thought anything was possible. But attending Georgetown University for both college and medical school made me realize how challenging my aspiration was - especially for a woman. \n Seeking to move to a city far from my hometown, I chose the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill for my internship and residency. My love for cardiology was kindled further there and led me to a cardiology fellowship at the University of Pennsylvania, where I researched hypertensive heart disease and coronary artery disease. It was there that I found my greatest passion was in patient care. I also found that I missed North Carolina. \n When the opportunity arose in 1992, my husband and I moved to Wilmington, where I've been practicing cardiology ever since. I started Wilmington's first outpatient nuclear medicine lab and fueled the evolution of the echocardiography and transesophageal echocardiography program, which has been a critical resource in treating stroke, endocarditis, valvular heart disease and atrial fibrillation. \n In addition, I helped develop: \n - Wilmington's first Chest Pain Center \n - Novant Health Heart & Vascular Institute's Heart Failure Clinic \n - Coronary CT angiography program \n - Structural heart program \n As each patient is unique in their response to treatments, I tailor a treatment plan to an individual patient's needs and goals. I strongly believe prevention of heart disease is preferable to treatment for heart disease complications. I work with patients on optimizing their lifestyle and addressing risk factors to avoid disease progression and complications such as heart attacks, heart failure, strokes and need for revascularization. \n I continue to do clinical research and always enjoy teaching residents, medical students, and physician assistant and nurse practitioner students. \n My clinical interests include preventive cardiology, coronary heart disease, heart failure, valvular heart disease, cardiac imaging and heart disease in women. There are important differences in how heart disease presents in women and in how we help them manage their cardiac issues.

Care Philosophy: Our goal is to provide high quality, convenient outpatient Cardiology services to the community we serve, creating exceptional value for our patients, our employees, and our partners.

Biography: Dr. Zachary Garrett, MD is a Cardiology Specialist who practices in Bolivia, NC. He is 37 years old. Dr. Zachary Garrett, MD is affiliated with Novant Wilmington NC.

Biography: Dr. Arnold Hite Jr, MD is a Cardiology Specialist who practices in Bolivia, NC. He is 43 years old and has been practicing for 15 years. Dr. Arnold Hite Jr, MD is affiliated with Novant Wilmington NC.

Biography: My father was a cardiologist, and I grew up in Ormond Beach, Florida rounding at the hospital with him after he'd pick me up after school. I knew from an early age that I didn't just want to go into medicine; I wanted to study and treat heart disease. \n I learned a lot from watching my dad. He built a strong rapport with his patients, and I strive to do the same. I treat every patient as if they're a member of my family. \n I'm honored to serve as director of the Coastal HVI Structural Heart Program for Novant Health. In addition, I'm chairman of the pharmacy and therapeutics committee at Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center and a board member of the Coastal Heart and Vascular Institute. \n Clinical trials are an important research tool, and I've served as principal investigator on a trial investigating treatments for high-risk pulmonary embolism and was co-principal investigator for an investigation into treatment for acute decompensated heart failure. \n My family - including my wife and three children - and I have lived in the Wilmington area since 2004. I enjoy everything this area has to offer, including fishing, spending time on the water and playing golf. I also enjoy travel and reading historical nonfiction.

Biography: Dr. Sunil Iyer, MD is a Cardiology Specialist who practices in Bolivia, NC. He is 43 years old and has been practicing for 16 years. Dr. Sunil Iyer, MD is affiliated with Novant Wilmington NC.

Biography: Dr. Frank Hobart, MD is a Cardiology Specialist who practices in Bolivia, NC. He is 62 years old and has been practicing for 33 years. Dr. Frank Hobart, MD is affiliated with Novant Wilmington NC.

Biography: I always enjoyed science class in middle and high school and was fascinated by the multitudes of complex processes that allow the human body to function. I also enjoy being of service to others - something that led me to help plan and lead a medical service trip to Ensenada, Mexico, when I was in college. That trip cemented my desire to become a physician. \n I think the importance of spending time talking with my patients and educating them on everything from their condition to my rationale for ordering certain tests or treatments cannot be overstated. \n Knowledge is power, and I want to empower my patients. Understanding the "why" is an important part of taking ownership of your own healthcare and creates trust between the patient and provider. \n I was born and raised in Southern California, which is where I met my wife, Sara, who is a North Carolina native. I have steadily made my way eastward and love calling Wilmington home. I enjoy listening to and playing music, taking my dog to the beach and spending time with my family and friends.

Biography: I'm a native of Columbus, Georgia and a Yale University alumnus. I went to Duke University for medical school and remained in Durham for my internal medicine residency, cardiology fellowship and interventional cardiology fellowship. I finished my training in 2005. \n In my spare time, I enjoy hunting, fishing, boating and spending time outdoors with my wife and two children. Living in Wilmington gives us so many opportunities to enjoy the great outdoors, and we take full advantage of our location on the beautiful coast.

Biography: My grandfather was a physician; I remember spending time with him when I was a kid and being in awe of his intelligence, calm demeanor and selflessness. \n My approach to healthcare is rooted in the principle of meeting patients wherever they are on their journey. We often encounter patients and their families during their most vulnerable moments. Because of that, I strive to help them make incremental improvements in their health. \n I am most grateful to be surrounded by an incredible team. I firmly believe that healthcare is not a solo endeavor; it requires a team-based approach. Collaboration among healthcare professionals, along with the active involvement of the patient, is essential in achieving the best outcomes. \n I enjoy being involved in leading-edge research and frequently serve as principal investigator on as many as four clinical trials at one time. \n Outside medicine, I cherish every moment I spend with my wife and children. Our family is also blessed with two wonderful dogs and a cat, and they add immeasurable joy and warmth to our home. In our free time, we love to go to the beach and enjoy the ocean, embracing its beauty and the tranquility it offers. My wife and I are also passionate about showing our daughters the world, exposing them to diverse experiences and cultures to broaden their horizons.

Biography: While childhood illness can cause some people to want to limit their contact with medical providers, it had the opposite effect on me; I wanted to become one. I saw firsthand the difference that quality medical care can make, and I knew I wanted to provide it. That desire led me first to medical school, and later to earn board certifications in internal medicine, interventional cardiology and general cardiology. I want my patients to see my extensive education and training as my commitment to providing them the highest level of care possible. \n To those certifications I have added years of experience across multiple fields of cardiology, including imaging, care for valve issues, critical care and coronary artery disease care. Every patient encounter affords me an opportunity to meet a unique individual with unique needs. I want to hear each patient's story and understand their background so it can help shape their care plan. We achieve better outcomes when we work together to find the right treatment plan. \n When I'm not at work, my time belongs to my family. I have three children, and I love being very active in their lives. I also enjoy fishing, caring for my vegetable garden and traveling with my wife.

Biography: Every patient I see, regardless of their medical needs, can expect one important thing: I will work to treat them exactly as I would want one of my own family members to be treated. I want them to think of me as not just their doctor, but as their friend. When you need a doctor to take care of your heart health, you deserve one you can trust to understand not just your health, but your life. By learning about and understanding those two things, I can offer you the best treatment to achieve your goals and get you back to the activities and people you love. \n Throughout my career, I have stayed active in both local and national groups dedicated to cardiology care, including the American Heart Association, the North Carolina Chapter of the American College of Cardiology and the New Hanover-Pender County Medical Society. These groups help me stay up to date on the very latest advances in cardiology care and offer opportunities for collaboration that benefit my patients. \n My wife, Robin, and I have two sons, and we are so proud to now be grandparents. When we are not spending time with our family, we enjoy staying active. For exercise, I like to cycle and golf. I also enjoy watching sports, especially Carolina basketball.