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21 Years
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Emergency
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Your Trusted Cardiovascular Care Partner in Northern Virginia
Carient Heart & Vascular has been dedicated to improving the wellbeing of patients in Northern Virginia for over two decades. Our team of 19 board-certified physicians and advanced practice providers delivers comprehensive cardiac and vascular care, combining cutting-edge technology with personalized treatment plans. We specialize in heart rhythm disorders, vascular surgery, interventional cardiology, and preventive care, ensuring early diagnosis and complete treatment for conditions like AFib, heart failure, and peripheral vascular disease. With privileges at leading hospitals including Inova Fairfax and Novant Prince William, our providers bring extensive subspecialty expertise in areas such as nuclear cardiology, echocardiography, and clinical research.Our commitment to patient-centered care is reflected in our state-of-the-art in-office procedures, which reduce wait times and costs while maintaining exceptional outcomes. Recognized as top cardiologists by Washington Post Magazine, we prioritize clear communication, timely access to specialists, and a 'quick access' approach for same-day appointments. Our Remote Patient Monitoring program and 24/7 Connected Care initiative underscore our dedication to continuous innovation and accessibility. For over 20 years, we have served as a trusted resource for cardiovascular health, driven by the principle that our patients' needs define our purpose.
Services
Heart Rhythm Disorders
Vascular Surgery
Diagnostic Testing
Interventional Cardiology
Remote Patient Monitoring
Preventive Cardiology
Cardio-Oncology
Clinical Research
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of specialized cardiovascular expertise.
- Our 19 board-certified physicians provide subspecialty care across all cardiac and vascular conditions.
- We operate state-of-the-art in-office diagnostic and treatment facilities for faster, more affordable care.
- Our 'quick access' approach enables same-day specialist appointments.
- We maintain hospital privileges at Inova Fairfax, Novant Prince William, and Sentara facilities.
What people say
Life-changing surgery
Saved my husband's life
Professional in the truest sense
Highly recommended
Excellent bedside manner
Services
Heart Rhythm Disorders
Our electrophysiology specialists diagnose and treat complex heart rhythm conditions like AFib and ventricular tachycardia using advanced mapping systems and ablation techniques. Patients receive personalized treatment plans combining medication management, implantable devices, and minimally invasive procedures. With board-certified expertise in clinical cardiac electrophysiology, we improve quality of life for patients with irregular heartbeats.
Vascular Surgery
We address peripheral vascular disease, aortic aneurysms, and other circulation issues through surgical and endovascular approaches. Our vascular surgeons perform arterial bypasses, stent placements, and minimally invasive procedures using state-of-the-art imaging. Patients benefit from comprehensive management of leg pain, swelling, and circulation-related complications across seven Northern Virginia locations.
Interventional Cardiology
Our interventional cardiologists perform coronary angioplasty, stent placement, and structural heart procedures in-office using advanced catheterization labs. This eliminates hospital stays for treatments like TAVR valve replacement and MitraClip implantation. Patients receive faster recovery times and reduced costs compared to traditional surgical approaches for blocked arteries and heart defects.
Remote Patient Monitoring
This program enables continuous heart health tracking through wearable devices that transmit vital data to our care team. Patients with heart failure, pacemakers, or post-surgical needs receive proactive interventions based on real-time metrics. The service reduces hospital readmissions by allowing early detection of irregularities and timely treatment adjustments.
Preventive Cardiology
We offer risk assessments, cholesterol management, and lifestyle counseling to prevent cardiovascular disease progression. Our preventive programs include advanced lipid profiling, calcium scoring CT scans, and personalized exercise/nutrition plans. Patients receive education on managing hypertension, diabetes, and other risk factors to maintain long-term heart health.
People
Joseph C. Lee
Cardiologist
Dr. Lee specializes in pacemaker implantation and arrhythmia management, with expertise in non-invasive cardiology. He emphasizes clear patient communication and evidence-based treatment plans to improve heart health outcomes.
Shahryar Mafi
Cardiologist
Dr. Mafi provides multi-generational cardiac care with a focus on preventive strategies and complex heart defect corrections. His practice combines technical expertise with compassionate, family-centered treatment approaches for long-term patient relationships.
Shahram Yazdani
Interventional Cardiologist
Dr. Yazdani performs structural heart interventions including defect closures and valve repairs. Board-certified in interventional cardiology, he brings technical precision and extensive procedural experience to complex coronary and structural heart disease cases.
Aysha Arshad
Electrophysiologist
Dr. Arshad specializes in arrhythmia management and cardiac ablation procedures. She implements innovative monitoring technologies like loop recorders to optimize long-term rhythm control for patients with complex electrical heart disorders.
Keith Chu
Cardiologist
Dr. Chu provides direct, evidence-based cardiovascular care with a focus on patient education. His practice emphasizes clear communication and personalized treatment plans to address both acute and chronic heart conditions.
Questions
What cardiovascular services does Carient offer?
We provide heart rhythm disorder management, vascular surgery, interventional cardiology, diagnostic testing, preventive care, cardio-oncology, and remote patient monitoring for comprehensive cardiovascular health.
How can I schedule an appointment?
Call 877.415.4116 for same-day specialist access or use our 24/7 Connected Care program to book appointments online through our patient portal.
Do you treat emergency cardiac cases?
Yes, we see emergency patients within 24 hours and offer urgent care for critical conditions like heart attacks and severe arrhythmias.
Which hospitals are your physicians affiliated with?
Our doctors hold privileges at Inova Fairfax, Novant Prince William, Sentara Woodbridge, and Fauquier Hospital for comprehensive inpatient care coordination.
What insurance plans do you accept?
We work with major insurance providers across Northern Virginia. Check our website or contact our office for specific plan verification and billing assistance.
Reviews (6)
Joe Sekula
Jun 14, 2022
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The staff at Carient Heart and Vascular was informative and courteous. Dr Lee is outstanding, courteous, and definitely professional and caring for his patients.
Connie O.
May 31, 2022
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My husband has been a patient of Dr. Hamid Taheri's since 2006. We truly feel that he saved my husbands life by doing the appropriate testing and necessary procedures from the offset of his problems. He has always been provided the highest level of medical care at this facility by Dr. Taheri & staff. We feel the entire staff at this office are absolutely the best. We recently had to go in for his annual appointment/checkup and once again had the pleasure of working with a great group of individuals. Starting with setting up the appointments with Natasha in customer service who went above and beyond to assist us, to arriving at the office and being greeted in a very professional and friendly manner by Shantel who could not have been more helpful, to the techs in the echo cardiologist department and then with Dr. Taheri and his assistant.
Their accounting department staff, Arlene and Shelly are also extremely helpful in answering all of your questions and assisting you however they can. So Kudos to the entire team of Carient Heart & Vascular, Manassas, Va. location.
Their accounting department staff, Arlene and Shelly are also extremely helpful in answering all of your questions and assisting you however they can. So Kudos to the entire team of Carient Heart & Vascular, Manassas, Va. location.
Roger Nicol
May 14, 2022
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I'm well pleased with the timely diagnosis, quick response, and quality personal care from all levels of administrative staff to surgeon. This was not my first 'rodeo' with my cardio surgery, but I rate it at the top of the stack. Thank you, Dr. Lee.
Joyce N.
May 08, 2022
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My first visit with Dr. Karimi was scary hearing I needed a Stent. He was extremely kind and considerate of my feelings. He reassured me of the procedure and outcome. After having the procedure, he was very caring and let me know everything that had been done. Also, I went in for a check before a long vacation, which he was reassuring that I was fine and even sent me an email telling me to enjoy my trip! I will continue using Carient Heart & Vascular with the utmost confidence.
Madan Kar
May 07, 2022
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Waiting time is very minimum. Med asst. and nurses are cooperative and take care issues as soon as possible. Overall I am satisfied with the services I have received over last few years.
Pauline Stoneburner
May 04, 2022
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Conducted very professionally! Exemplary experience! Very comfortable! Appointment on time. I was given a detailed explanation of what to expect. I highly recommend them, and would cheerfully return for additional testing.
