Oktay F. Rifki, MD, PhD

Cardiovascular Disease Doctor

Dr. Oktay F. Rifki is a Cardiovascular Disease Doctor in Charlotte, NC with special training and skill in diagnosing, treating and preventing diseases related to the heart and blood vessels. As a Cardiovascular Disease Doctor, Oktay F. Rifki, MD, PhD performs medical diagnosis and treatment of coronary artery disease, congenital heart defects, heart failure, valvular heart disease, and electrophysiology. Cardiovascular Disease Medicine is a medical specialty focused on treating diseases of the heart and circulatory system. Significant diseases and conditions treated by Cardiovascular Disease Doctors include include heart disease, stroke, cardiovascular disease, atherosclerosis, cardiomyopathy, and hypertension. Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Cardiovascular Disease Doctors include blood tests, diagnostic imaging such as x-ray, MRI, and CT scan, electrophysiology studies, electrocardiogram (ECG), echocardiograms, stress tests, and referral to other specialists as needed.

An internist who specializes in diseases of the heart and blood vessels and manages complex cardiac conditions such as heart attacks and life-threatening, abnormal heartbeat rhythms.

Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program

An individual who is enrolled in an organized health care education/training program leading to a degree, certification, registration, and/or licensure to provide health care.