George H Nasr, MD

Dr. George Nasr is an interventional cardiologist specializing in both advanced interventional procedures and comprehensive outpatient heart care. He has expertise in preventing, diagnosing, and treating a wide range of cardiovascular conditions, from routine risk factor management to complex coronary interventions, cardiogenic shock, and mechanical circulatory support. In addition to performing advanced procedures, he provides preventive cardiology, management of stable coronary artery disease, heart failure, arrhythmias, valvular heart disease, and cardiovascular risk factors such as hypertension, hyperlipidemia, diabetes, and obesity. He is experienced in cardiac risk assessment, diagnostic imaging, and long-term follow-up after heart attack or cardiac procedures, helping patients optimize heart health through evidence-based medical therapy, lifestyle modification, and shared decision-making.

 

He completed his internal medicine residency and cardiovascular disease fellowship at the University of California, Irvine, where he served as Chief Fellow, followed by an interventional cardiology fellowship at UC Irvine specializing in high-risk percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI), intravascular imaging, and coronary physiology.

 

Dr. Nasr has been recognized with numerous awards for clinical excellence, leadership, and teaching, including multiple Fellow of the Year honors and the prestigious Simply Better Award for compassionate care and teamwork. These accolades reflect his commitment to excellence not only in technical skill, but also in patient experience, communication, and collaboration.
 

An active contributor to clinical and academic research, Dr. Nasr has authored peer-reviewed publications and book chapters on acute coronary syndromes, peripheral artery disease, and left atrial appendage closure. His work has appeared in Cardiology Clinics, JACC, JSCAI, and PLOS ONE, and he has presented nationally at conferences such as SCAI, ACC, ASE, and CRT. His research interests include procedural safety, diagnostic accuracy, and individualized cardiovascular care.

 

Known for his warm bedside manner and approachable style, Dr. Nasr believes in developing long-term relationships with patients and guiding them through complex decisions with clarity, compassion, and trust.

 

Outside of medicine, he enjoys swimming, traveling, and spending time with his wife and daughter.