Cardiovascular Disease Physician
836 SUNSET LAKE BLVD.
Venice, FL
Dr. Rachid Ryan Macwar is a highly skilled interventional cardiologist with extensive training and experience in advanced cardiac imaging and intervention. He served as the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory Director at Upson Regional Hospital in Thomaston, GA, where he is dedicated to providing cutting-edge care to his patients.
Dr. Macwar completed his Doctor of Medicine at the University Mohammed V School of Medicine in Rabat, Morocco, graduating with "magna cum laude" distinction. He pursued his residency in Internal Medicine at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit, MI, followed by multiple fellowships, including Interventional Cardiology at Henry Ford Hospital, Advanced Imaging in Cardiac MRI at Duke University, and Nuclear Cardiology at Yale University.
His clinical expertise encompasses a wide range of interventional techniques, including complex PCI, aortic balloon valvuloplasty, and treatment of pulmonary embolism and DVT. He is also proficient in advanced imaging modalities such as cardiac CT angiography, cardiac MRI, and nuclear cardiology, holding multiple board certifications in these specialties.
Dr. Macwar has contributed to the field through numerous publications and presentations at prestigious medical conferences. He has been recognized for his leadership, serving as the Director of the Echocardiography Lab and Co-Director of the Cardiac CT and MRI Program at the University of Illinois College of Medicine.
Fluent in Arabic, French, and Spanish, Dr. Macwar is committed to addressing the needs of diverse patient populations. He is an active member of several professional organizations, including the American College of Cardiology and the Society of Cardiac Angiography and Interventions.
In his free time, Dr. Macwar volunteers at local clinics and is passionate about improving cardiac health in the community. His dedication to patient care, combined with his extensive training and experience, makes him a valuable asset to the Upson Medical Center team.
Chronic Care Management
EKG
Echocardiogram
Holter Monitoring
Nuclear Stress Test
Pacemakers and ICD
Telemetry Monitoring
Varicose Veins
Allergies
Arthritis
Arthroscopy
Asthma
Back Pain
Carpal Tunnel
Chronic Care
Common Cold
Diabetes
Flu
General Orthopedics
Geriatric Care
Geriatric Care Management
Immunizations
Interventional Cardiology
Knee and Shoulder Replacement
Obesity
Pain Management
Physicals
Primary Care
Rotator Cuff Repair
Spider Veins
Sports Medicine
Telehealth
Urgent Care
Vascular Disease
Vein Care
Walk-In Primary Care
Weight Loss
Wound Care
Locations (12)
Advanced Health Associates
836 SUNSET LAKE BLVD.
Venice, FL, 34292
The Heart Institute of Venice
1370 E Venice Ave
Suite 102
Venice, FL, 34285
Advanced Health Associates
229 NW 1st Ave
Williston, FL, 32696
Advanced Health Associates
1609 SW 17th St
Ste 100
Ocala, FL, 34471
Advanced Health Associates
1805 SE Lake Weir Ave
Ocala, FL, 34471
Advanced Health Associates
11050 Griffin Rd.
Cooper City, FL, 33328
Advanced Health Associates
7535 SW 62nd CT
Ocala, FL, 34476
Advanced Health Associates
4020 Sawyer Rd
Sarasota, FL, 34233
The Heart Institute of Venice
3014 53rd Ave E
Suite C
Bradenton, FL, 34203
The Heart Institute of Venice
5221 Clark Rd
Suite 101
Sarasota, FL, 34233
The Heart Institute of Venice
2540 S tamiami trail
Sarasota, FL, 34239
The Heart Institute of Venice
4015 US-301
Suite 102
Ellenton, FL, 34222
More About Rachid Macwar, MD
Practice
Specialties
NPI Number
1952510729
Provider's Gender
Male
Reviews
The Best!
Spend time explaining, very helpful. Appreciate the time spent with us.
Excellent
Great place no waiting!
The staff was very attentive to my concerns and questions I feel I was given the best quality of care
Professional & promt care
Good
I met with the new PA. She was great!
Wonderful staff and Doctor is very nice
Reviewed my procedures which was well covered by Dr. Berry
Very Professional
Aside from 2 hour wait very good
Always positive
The ladies in the office are very nice
Nurse Practitioner, Seema, explained things to me that no other doctor has! She reviewed the tests that I recently had AND commented "good," "bad," or "otherwise"! Doctors should know that we, as patients, do not understand how meds, treatments, etc., work. Seema explained!!
Doctor spent adequate time discussing my tests
Your communication is great
Dr Weckesser is very attentive and easy to ask questions regarding my husbands care. I highly recommend him for your cardiology needs.
Very satisfied
Very pleased with Nurse Practioner Neema she explained everything and took her time with me making sure that I understood conditions and prescription. The front desk ladies were cordial and helpful.
No problem
Good
The office staff is always so friendly and efficient. Appointments are taken promptly.
Difficult to understand NP with her accent & when she was speaking looking at screen Was very nice person
Good
My experience was fine
Today’s appointment was very informative as to why I’m short of
I am Sorry I didn’t get all informationI needed for first visit with Dr Mostaan (35 years experience in cardiology and Teaching students cardiac procedures.) That’s impressive ! I feel Blessed that I have been lead to Dr Barey Weckesser office the man has 55 years experience in cardiology He could have retired years ago, this tells me he must be passionate about his work. I’m looking forward to meeting him.
An insightful visit - Thank You !!
They were so nice so helpful all smiles. Patient answered every question that I needed every question and probably something that I didn’t need. I’ve never felt so eddies in a doctors office. They were great thank you for asking me cause I really wanted to know who I could tell how great they were, thank you
