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Ariel Soffer, MD, FACC, is board certified in cardiovascular disease, internal medicine, and is a Vein Specialist and Fellow of the American College of Cardiology. At Soffer Health Institute, with offices in Hollywood, Deerfield Beach, and Weston, Florida, Dr. Soffer specializes in a variety of diagnostic testing and treatments for cardiovascular conditions and is leading the way in exemplary vein care. Even the renowned Dr. Mehmet Oz of “The Dr. Oz Show” recognized Dr. Soffer’s work in treating chronic cardiovascular diseases, calling him “the best cardiologist” during a television appearance.

For the last 10 years, Dr. Soffer has dedicated his time to treating venous circulation disorders and varicose veins. He even spends time creating awareness about circulatory issues among cardiologists, and he’s published two landmark articles on vein conditions in peer-reviewed medical journals.

Dr. Soffer heads a prestigious venous training program for cardiologists and surgeons and continues to lecture internationally on a variety of circulatory issues. His published book about mitral valve prolapse syndrome is currently available on Amazon.

Dr. Soffer graduated with distinction with a medical degree from the University of Miami and completed his residency at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in the prestigious program at the University of California at Los Angeles. He went on to complete a fellowship in cardiology and is one of only a few cardiologists in Florida to be licensed in nuclear cardiology.

One of the first cardiologists to become proficient in laser treatment for vein issues, Dr. Soffer also trains other cardiology specialists in laser ablation techniques. At Soffer Health Institute, he offers comprehensive care for poor leg circulation, spider and varicose veins, and restless legs syndrome. Dr. Soffer uses the latest diagnostic technologies and customized treatment plans to optimize vascular function and overall health.

Ariel Soffer, MD, FACC, is board certified in cardiovascular disease, internal medicine, and is a Vein Specialist and Fellow of the American College of Cardiology. At Soffer Health Institute, with offices in Hollywood, Deerfield Beach, and Weston, Florida, Dr. Soffer specializes in a variety of diagnostic testing and treatments for cardiovascular conditions and is leading the way in exemplary vein care. Even the renowned Dr. Mehmet Oz of “The Dr. Oz Show” recognized Dr. Soffer’s work in treating chronic cardiovascular diseases, calling him “the best cardiologist” during a television appearance.

For the last 10 years, Dr. Soffer has dedicated his time to treating venous circulation disorders and varicose veins. He even spends time creating awareness about circulatory issues among cardiologists, and he’s published two landmark articles on vein conditions in peer-reviewed medical journals.

Dr. Soffer heads a prestigious venous training program for cardiologists and surgeons and continues to lecture internationally on a variety of circulatory issues. His published book about mitral valve prolapse syndrome is currently available on Amazon.

Dr. Soffer graduated with distinction with a medical degree from the University of Miami and completed his residency at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in the prestigious program at the University of California at Los Angeles. He went on to complete a fellowship in cardiology and is one of only a few cardiologists in Florida to be licensed in nuclear cardiology.

One of the first cardiologists to become proficient in laser treatment for vein issues, Dr. Soffer also trains other cardiology specialists in laser ablation techniques. At Soffer Health Institute, he offers comprehensive care for poor leg circulation, spider and varicose veins, and restless legs syndrome. Dr. Soffer uses the latest diagnostic technologies and customized treatment plans to optimize vascular function and overall health.

Michael Metzger, MD, FACC, is a fellowship-trained interventional cardiologist, with special expertise and training in vascular medicine and endovascular procedures. At South Palm Cardiovascular Associates in Delray Beach, Florida, he has extensive experience detecting and diagnosing the full range of cardiovascular disorders, and provides effective, individualized treatment to his patients.

Dr. Metzger earned his medical degree at the Sackler School of Medicine at Tel Aviv University in Israel. He then completed his internal medicine residency at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, before completing a cardiology fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. Afterward, he finished an interventional cardiology fellowship at Lankenau Medical Center in Wynnewood, Pennsylvania. He is board-certified in interventional cardiology, cardiovascular diseases, and internal medicine.

His specialties include the detection and treatment of peripheral arterial disease, as well as diagnosing and treating venous insufficiency. Dr. Metzger is an expert in transradial cardiac catheterization and serves on panels for the “Cardiac Alert” service, which provides prompt interventional services for patients entering the emergency room with heart attacks.

Charles Harring III, MD, FACC, is a board certified cardiologist at South Palm Cardiovascular Associates in Delray Beach, Florida. He is a fellow of the American College of Cardiology. 

Dr. Harring graduated from Florida State University, majoring in biological sciences, and earned his medical degree from the University of Florida College of Medicine. He completed his residency at Carolinas Medical Center in Charlotte, North Carolina, followed by a cardiology fellowship at the University of South Florida. Dr. Harring’s training included proficiency in general cardiology, echocardiography, nuclear cardiology, and cardiac catheterization, with subspecialization in pacemaker and implantable defibrillator placement.

Upon completing his fellowship, Dr. Harring started working in private practice with Mid Carolina Cardiology in Charlotte, North Carolina. While working for one of the largest cardiology groups in the country, he maintained an invasive practice, performing all modalities of cardiovascular care. While Dr. Harring continued to battle all aspects of cardiovascular disease, he became attentive to catching diseases before events happened. It was at this time he was first exposed to the developing practice of preventive cardiology.

Dr. Harring joined the team at South Palm Cardiovascular Associates for social reasons, and his focus changed from a more non-invasive practice to prevention. As a clinical cardiologist, including echo and nuclear cardiology, he has developed extensive growth and training in the science of advanced lipidology. His memberships in the National Lipid Association and American Society of Preventative Cardiologists have continued to form a backbone for his continued education.

His future direction and desires include developing an integrative cardiology practice, incorporating not only traditional allopathic teachings but also blending functional and holistic approaches.

Gustavo Cardenas, MD, FACC, is a highly trained and experienced interventional cardiologist and vascular medicine specialist at South Palm Cardiovascular Associates. At the practice in Delray Beach, Florida, he provides direct patient care and consultative services. 

He is dedicated to the prevention, evaluation, and management of cardiac and vascular problems non-invasively and invasively. Dr. Cardenas takes pride in taking the time to listen to his patients, examining them, and establishing personalized care strategies for all of their cardiac and vascular problems.

Dr. Cardenas’ clinical interests include the prevention and management of hypertension, as well as the interpretation of cardiac and vascular tests. He is certified as a hypertension specialist by the American Society of Hypertension and is a registered physician in vascular interpretation. He is also a fellowship-trained vascular and endovascular specialist, treating all types of vascular diseases.

His invasive cardiology interests include minimally-invasive interventional procedures to restore blood flow to blocked coronary and peripheral arteries, treatment of aneurysms, and management of complex cases using advanced technologies. Dr. Cardenas has developed special and unique expertise in the treatment of structural heart diseases, including valvular diseases and procedures to prevent stroke and treat congenital abnormalities.

When clinically indicated, Dr. Cardenas performs coronary procedures through radial access (transradial), an approach that leads to better procedural outcomes and improved patient comfort. He also performs outpatient endovenous ablation for the treatment of varicose veins.

Andres Ruiz, MD, FACC, is a top-ranked, board-certified cardiologist providing state-of-the-art care at South Palm Cardiovascular Associates. He serves patients in Delray Beach, Florida, offering each patient individualized care and attention customized for their specific medical needs and lifestyles. 

As a fellow of the American College of Cardiology, Dr. Ruiz has extensive experience in the diagnosis and management of heart diseases and related conditions, including heart attack, atrial fibrillation, heart failure, heart murmur, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and pulmonary hypertension. He uses stress testing, echocardiography, angiography, and other advanced techniques to assess patients and manage their care. 

In addition to treating patients with existing diseases, Dr. Ruiz is also skilled in helping patients prevent cardiovascular disease through patient education and interventional approaches aimed at reducing the risks of disease.

Dr. Ruiz completed his medical degree at the Health and Science Institute (CES) in Medellin, Colombia, followed by a residency in internal medicine and a fellowship in cardiovascular disease at the Medical College of Georgia. He then completed another residency in interventional cardiovascular disease at Loyola University. In addition, he has been the recipient of several medical awards and has been widely published in peer-reviewed medical journals.

Dr. Ruiz enjoys the opportunity to care for new patients and looks forward to meeting them.

Narayn Pillai, MD, FACC, FSCAI, is a board-certified Cardiologist at Advanced Cardiovascular Consultants in Atlantis and West Palm Beach, Florida. He has a special interest in coronary and peripheral vascular disease. 

Dr. Pillai received his MD from The Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education & Research (JIPMER) medical school in India. 

He completed his internal medicine residency and cardiology fellowship at the University of Massachusetts Medical School, now called UMass Chan Medical School, in Worcester, Massachusetts, followed by an interventional cardiology fellowship at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine in Ohio. 

Dr. Pillai spent three years in academics teaching residents and cardiology fellows before moving to private practice and was involved in clinical research at the University of Massachusetts (UMass) and the University of Cincinnati. Dr. Pillai has published his work in numerous scientific journals.

He completed a dedicated Vascular Fellowship at the Prairie Vascular Institute and expanded his peripheral arterial and venous disease expertise.

Dr. Pillai is board-certified in Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease, Interventional Cardiology, Echocardiography, and Nuclear Cardiology. He is a designated Fellow of the American College of Cardiology (FACC) and the Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions (FSCAI). He holds additional certification as a Registered Physician in Vascular Interpretation (RPVI).

He is dedicated to saving lives in emergent and non-emergent situations through complex interventions and appreciates the opportunity to care for people in their most vulnerable moments. He strives to provide the best care for his patients by staying up-to-date and engaging patients in their management.

When he is not working, he cherishes his time with his beautiful wife, Shaachi Gupta, an oncologist in West Palm Beach, and their two adorable children.

Call Dr. Pillai 561-919-0090

Suneet Kukreja, MD, is a board-certified specialist in cardiovascular disease. He currently diagnoses and treats patients at the Advanced Cardiovascular Consultants location in West Palm Beach. With over 30 years of experience, he can provide advanced, individualized care for patients at any level of heart health.

Dr. Kukreja attended medical school at Government Medical College in Amritsar, Punjab, India. He completed his fellowship training through Harvard Medical School in Boston, Massachusetts, before completing an internship in internal medicine at Beaumont Hospital in Royal Oak, Michigan. He completed a second internship and his residency through Wayne State University School of Medicine in Detroit, Michigan. Finally, he completed a fellowship in clinical cardiology at Mount Sinai Medical Center in Miami Beach, Florida. 

Today, Dr. Kukreja uses his skills to treat various forms of heart disease and vascular complications at Advanced Cardiovascular Consultants. He uses advanced testing strategies like echocardiograms, electrocardiograms, stress tests, and cardiac catheterization to gain valuable information to help guide treatment. He performs both surgical and nonsurgical treatments for cardiovascular conditions and follows up with each of his patients as needed.

Patients appreciate Dr. Kukreja’s keen ability to communicate with them about their health and transform that information into long-term lifestyle changes. He takes the time to answer all of their questions about their health and the treatments he recommends.

Narayn Pillai, MD, FACC, FSCAI, is a board-certified Cardiologist at Advanced Cardiovascular Consultants in Atlantis and West Palm Beach, Florida. He has a special interest in coronary and peripheral vascular disease. 

Dr. Pillai received his MD from The Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education & Research (JIPMER) medical school in India. 

He completed his internal medicine residency and cardiology fellowship at the University of Massachusetts Medical School, now called UMass Chan Medical School, in Worcester, Massachusetts, followed by an interventional cardiology fellowship at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine in Ohio. 

Dr. Pillai spent three years in academics teaching residents and cardiology fellows before moving to private practice and was involved in clinical research at the University of Massachusetts (UMass) and the University of Cincinnati. Dr. Pillai has published his work in numerous scientific journals.

He completed a dedicated Vascular Fellowship at the Prairie Vascular Institute and expanded his peripheral arterial and venous disease expertise.

Dr. Pillai is board-certified in Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease, Interventional Cardiology, Echocardiography, and Nuclear Cardiology. He is a designated Fellow of the American College of Cardiology (FACC) and the Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions (FSCAI). He holds additional certification as a Registered Physician in Vascular Interpretation (RPVI).

He is dedicated to saving lives in emergent and non-emergent situations through complex interventions and appreciates the opportunity to care for people in their most vulnerable moments. He strives to provide the best care for his patients by staying up-to-date and engaging patients in their management.

When he is not working, he cherishes his time with his beautiful wife, Shaachi Gupta, an oncologist in West Palm Beach, and their two adorable children.

Call Dr. Pillai 561-919-0090

Jyoti Mohanty, MD, is a board-certified cardiologist practicing at Advanced Cardiovascular Consultants’ three locations in West Palm Beach, Palm Beach Gardens, and Jupiter, Florida. He specializes in treating adult congenital cardiac disorders and uses his three decades of experience to provide individualized, effective care and management.

Dr. Mohanty attended medical school at the University of Delhi in New Delhi, India. He then moved to the United States to complete his residency, fellowship, and internship at Cook County Hospital in Chicago, Illinois. There, he earned the title of chief fellow in cardiology from 1999 to 2000.

Today, Dr. Mohanty is dedicated to serving patients across the North Palm Beach County area with advanced cardiology evaluations, testing, treatments, and long-term care. He frequently treats arrhythmia, pericarditis, heart attack, heart failure, and venous conditions like varicose veins. He and his team use the latest treatment strategies and surgeries, including cardiac catheterization, coronary artery bypass surgery, aneurysm repair, sclerotherapy, and more.  

Dr. Mohanty enjoys getting to know his patients and helping them learn more about their cardiovascular health. He helps them make their heart health an ongoing priority in life and answers all of their questions regarding their condition and the available treatments for it.

Juan M. Escobar, MD, MPH, has over 27 years of experience in practicing cardiology. He is proud to bring his extensive experience to the team at AssociatesMD, where he sees patients from the office locations in Plantation and Weston, Florida. 

Dr. Escobar earned his medical degree at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School in Dallas. He completed his internal medicine residency and fellowship at the same institution. Dr. Escobar achieved his board certification in Internal Medicine and Cardiovascular Diseases and entry to the American College of Cardiology as a Fellow. 

Following his training, Dr. Escobar began his medical career in Dallas, where he initially worked as an Instructor of Medicine and later as an attending physician at Baylor Hospital. 

For five years, he was part of the Congestive Heart Failure and transplant service providing care to hospital patients and outpatients. He then moved to El Paso, Texas, where he practiced non-interventional cardiology for 20 years providing medical services in a medically underserved community. 

In 2019, Dr. Escobar began a personal goal of obtaining a Master of Public Health online at George Washington University with an emphasis on global health, a program he graduated from in August 2021. In 2022, he began a sabbatical year to allow time for volunteer work. 

For two months, he worked at the World Medical Missions in Kenya at the Tenwek Hospital and traveled to his native Colombia. Before joining AssociatesMD in July 2023, he worked for three months in a temporary capacity at Valley Verde Medical Center in Cottonwood, Arizona.

Dr. Escobar's background in various medical settings allows him to bring a unique perspective to the team at AssociatesMD, where he treats patients with all types of acute and chronic cardiovascular diseases. 

He has a special interest and expertise in the management of chronic heart failure. He believes in actively involving the patient and their family in the treatment of chronic heart disease, using education and counseling to bring about the best possible outcome. He makes a point to consider the complexity of the medicines and dietary changes necessary to achieve that goal.

A passionate learner and traveler, Dr. Escobar is keenly interested in learning and understanding different cultures and languages. He speaks Spanish fluently and has an advanced knowledge of French and some Italian. Lately, he has been focusing on learning a few phrases and words in Swahili. 

Outside of work, Dr. Escobar enjoys outdoor sports like running, cycling, and hiking and water sports like swimming, scuba, and sailing. He believes in setting a good example to his patients on the benefits of physical exercise in being instrumental to good overall health.

Board Certified:
Board Certified in Pediatrics, Board Eligible in Pediatric Critical Care

Education: 2001 – 2009 Bachelor’s degree of Medicine and Surgery, M.B.B.CH, Ain Shams University - Cairo, Egypt | 2016 – 2020 Masters of Preclinical and Clinical Research, Ohio State University.

Residency: 2011 – 2014 Mount Sinai Medical Center / Elmhurst Hospital Center.

Fellowship: 2014-2015 Pediatric Critical Care, Case Western University, Rainbow Babies and Children’s Hospital | 2017 – 2019 Pediatric Critical Care, Advocate Children’s Hospital | 2019 – 2020 Pediatric Cardiac Critical Care, Baylor College of Medicine.

Languages:
English, Arabic.

Affiliations: Cook Children's Physician Network.

Dr. Salman's Services

Dr. Salman provides the following services to patients:

•  Cardiac intensive care
•  Postoperative treatment

Dedicated focus on care for the following conditions:

•  Abnormal heart rhythms
•  Congenital heart disease
•  Post-operative illnesses
•  Congenital heart defects
•  Heart failure

Dr. Gene Myers is a highly respected and board-certified cardiologist at Advanced Health, dedicated to providing top-tier cardiovascular care. With extensive experience in diagnosing and treating heart conditions, Dr. Gene Myers specializes in preventive cardiology, cardiac imaging, and interventional procedures.

Dr. Gene Myers is committed to delivering personalized and compassionate care to every patient. By focusing on each individual’s unique health needs, Dr. Gene Myers develops customized treatment plans aimed at improving heart health and overall well-being. Whether managing chronic heart conditions, conducting routine check-ups, or performing advanced cardiac procedures, Dr. Gene Myers ensures that patients receive the highest quality of care.

Utilizing the latest advancements in medical technology, Dr. Gene Myers provides cutting-edge diagnostic and therapeutic services. From comprehensive cardiac evaluations to minimally invasive interventions, Dr. Gene Myers is equipped to handle a wide range of cardiovascular issues with precision and expertise.

Dr. Gene Myers believes in the importance of patient education and empowerment. By taking the time to explain diagnoses, treatment options, and preventive measures, Dr. Gene Myers helps patients make informed decisions about their heart health. This collaborative approach fosters trust and encourages active participation in the care process.

Dr. Gene Myers and the team at Advanced Health strive to make quality cardiac care accessible to all patients. The practice offers convenient appointment scheduling, a welcoming environment, and a commitment to patient satisfaction.

Take the first step towards better heart health. Schedule an appointment with Dr. Gene Myers today!