Dr. Ramzan Zakir Elected to the American Health Council’s Board of Physicians

NEW YORK, Nov. 10, 2017 -- The American Health Council is proud to elect Dr. Ramzan Zakir, current Clinical Assistant Professor of Medicine at Heart and Vascular Institute of Central New Jersey, to their Physician Board. With 8 years in his present role and 21 years within the healthcare industry, Dr. Zakir brings to the AHC renowned expertise in Interventional Cardiology with a focus on transradial coronary angiography and stent placement, complex atherectomy, endovascular interventions for patients with peripheral arterial disease and endovenous ablations for patients with venous insufficiency.

Dr. Zakir became involved within his current profession as he has always enjoyed the fields and studies of the Sciences, including Biology and Chemistry. Graduating with his MD from Ross University School of Medicine in 2001, Dr. Zakir went on to complete Fellowships from New Jersey Medical School and Newark Beth Israel Medical Center, as well as a Residency in Internal Medicine from Rutgers University.

Dr. Zakir also possesses expertise in Chronic Total Occlusions, which consist of blockages within the coronary artery caused by the buildup of atherosclerotic plaque. These conditions cause obstruction of blood flow, leading to angina and reduced quality of life.

At Heart and Vascular Institute, Dr. Zakir engages in day to day responsibilities, including performing an array of complex coronary and vascular procedures, clinical trials, research, and education in addition to office consultations. 

Dr. Zakir’s professional accomplishments include being an invited faculty member at numerous national conferences. In April 2015, he lectured at the American College of Cardiology meeting in San Diego on drug eluting technology in patients with peripheral arterial disease.

Honors and awards received by Dr. Zakir include being among the Top Doctors for Castle Connolly, Continental Who’s Who, as well as “Top Doc” for the state of New Jersey. He is a Fellow of The American College of Cardiology and the Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions. He is also a member of the Horizons Peripheral Group whose goal is to reduce amputations in patients with peripheral arterial disease.

Within the next 5 years, Dr. Zakir plans on continuing to grow within his career. He dedicates charitable efforts to National Police Foundation and the Association of Physicians of Pakistani Descent of North America. He has organized the New Jersey Cardiovascular Foundation, which hosts several educational events a year.

In his spare time, Dr. Zakir enjoys playing basketball and tennis, and cites raising his two sons and daughter as personal achievements.

About the American Health Council:
The American Health Council is the nation’s only organization with a constituency representative of all sectors of the healthcare industry. From the coasts to the heartland, the American Health Council has drawn Affiliates from major metropolitan hubs and small communities. These Affiliates span generations and have reached different stages of their careers — from recent graduates to retirees. More information about the American Health Council and its mission can be found at: http://americanhealthcouncil.org

Additionally, the American Health Council strives to provide recognition and support for those individuals and institutions making the difference in patients’ lives day in and day out. Throughout 2017, the AHC is honoring “America’s Best Doctors and Nurses,” as well as the nation’s best medical universities and hospitals. The American Health Council’s “Best in Medicine” and “Best in Nursing” awards programs honor the individuals and institutions that have contributed significantly to medicine and nursing, as well as the training and education of physicians and nurses. The most current selections for these honors may be viewed here: http://bestinmedicine.org and http://bestinnursing.org.

For more information, please contact:
Elizabeth Moore
American Health Council
Hauppauge, NY United States
Phone: 1-212-390-0214
Email: [email protected]