Cardiovascular Fellowship Program
Welcome to the Lower Bucks Hospital Cardiovascular Disease Fellowship Program in collaboration with New York Medical College.
Thank you for your interest in the cardiovascular fellowship program at Lower Bucks Hospital. Our mission is to cultivate the next generation of leaders and innovators in cardiovascular medicine while delivering compassionate care to the diverse patient community in Bucks County, PA.
About the Program Director: Dr. Shahzad Ahmed
Dr. Shahzad Ahmed MD, FACC, FSCAI, RPVI
Program Director
Cardiovascular Disease Fellowship
Dr. Shahzad Ahmed is a board-certified interventional cardiologist dedicated to serving the diverse patient community in Bucks County, Bristol, PA. He holds the position of Clinical Associate Professor of Cardiology at the University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine (UNECOM). His clinical practice emphasizes the diagnosis and management of various cardiac diseases in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Since joining Lower Bucks Hospital in 2020, Dr. Ahmed has devoted his efforts to educating medical students and residents within the internal medicine and family medicine residency programs. Currently, he serves as the Program Director for Cardiovascular Disease, furthering his commitment to mentoring the next generation of professionals in cardiovascular medicine.
Dr. Ahmed completed his internal medicine residency at Drexel University, affiliated with Hahnemann University Hospital, in 2010. He subsequently pursued his cardiovascular disease fellowship and interventional cardiology subspecialty at Hahnemann University Hospital. He is board certified in interventional cardiology, cardiovascular disease medicine, nuclear medicine, and echocardiography. Additionally, he is a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology and the Society of Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions, as well as a member of the American Society of Echocardiography and the Society of Nuclear Cardiology. He also holds certification as a Registered Physician in Vascular Interpretation (RPVI).
Cardiovascular Fellowship program
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Program Highlights
- Comprehensive Training: Exposure to multiple fields of cardiovascular disease, ensuring a well-rounded education.
- Expert Faculty: Instruction from a team of experienced cardiologists who are leaders in their subspecialties.
- State-of-the-Art Facilities: Access to two fully equipped cardiac catheterization labs for advanced cardiac and peripheral interventions.
- Diverse Community Exposure: Fellows rotate through various campuses to engage with diverse patient populations.
This program is designed to cultivate skilled, compassionate cardiologists ready to make a significant impact in the field.
Our Mission & Aims
The mission of our program is to cultivate highly trained cardiovascular disease professionals who are passionate about learning and committed to delivering exceptional patient care. Over the course of three years, the program emphasizes a patient-centered approach grounded in evidence-based medicine. Throughout this journey, fellows will work closely with faculty to develop essential skills in cardiac medicine, including echocardiography, nuclear medicine, and both peripheral and cardiac interventions.
Our core objectives include:
- Practicing Evidence-Based Medicine: Ensuring that clinical decisions are informed by the best available research and data.
- Patient-Centered Approach: Prioritizing the needs and preferences of patients in all aspects of care.
- Providing Compassionate, High-Quality Care: Striving for excellence in patient interactions and clinical outcomes.
- Developing Lifelong Learners: Fostering a commitment to continuous education and mentorship to shape the future of cardiovascular disease professionals.