About Me
As a cardiac electrophysiologist, I provide treatment and management for all kinds of heart rhythm disorders. I believe in treating my patients the way I would want my own family to be treated. I take the time to meet with my patients and thoroughly cover all information relating to their condition while encouraging them to engage and ask questions. Besides performing various cardiac device implantations and catheter ablation procedures, I’m also keenly interested in preventative aspects of heart rhythm disorders.
My research interests include outcomes of emerging technology in heart rhythm disorders and stroke prophylaxis with left atrial appendage closure devices. I have actively involved myself in electrophysiology research for over a decade, and published more than 100 peer-reviewed papers.
I enjoy working at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center because it gives me access to the most innovative and evidence-based treatments.
Highlights
- Best Resident in Research Award, 2010–2012
- Best Resident Teacher Award, 2012
- Fellow of the Year Award, American College of Cardiology, 2015
Procedures and Conditions I Treat
- Atrial Flutter
- Cardiovascular Diseases
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Pacemaker, Artificial
- Defibrillators, Implantable
- Internal Medicine
- Arrhythmias, Cardiac
- Cardiac Electrophysiology
- Catheter Ablation
- Device Removal
Locations Where I Practice
6100 North Hamilton Road
Westerville, OH 43081
614-814-8100
500 London Ave.
Suite O
Marysville, OH 43040
937-642-5490
in Outpatient Care New Albany
6100 North Hamilton Road
5th Floor, Suite 5B
Westerville, OH 43081
614-293-7677
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.
Education and Training
Education History
Medical School
King Edward Medical College, Lahore, Lahore
1/1/1999 - 12/31/2005
Fellowship
The University Hospital-Cincinnati, Cincinnati, OH
9/1/2006 - 6/30/2009
Internship
Good Samaritan Hospital, Cincinnati, OH
7/1/2009 - 6/30/2010
Residency
Good Samaritan Hospital, Cincinnati, OH
7/1/2010 - 6/30/2012
Fellowship
University of Kansas Medical Center, Kansas City, KS
7/1/2012 - 6/30/2016
Fellowship
Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, OH
7/1/2016 - 6/30/2018
Board Certifications
American Board of Internal Medicine/Cardiovascular Disease
10/6/2015
American Board of Internal Medicine/Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology
10/15/2018
Academic Information
My Department
Internal Medicine
My Division
Cardiovascular Medicine
Reviews
The overall patient satisfaction rating is an average of all patient responses to the six doctor communication related questions shown below from the Clinician and Group Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems survey. For additional information about the patient satisfaction survey, please visit our Patient Satisfaction Survey page.
The comments are submitted by patients and reflect their view and opinions. The comments are not endorsed by and do not necessarily reflect the views of Ohio State Wexner Medical Center.
168 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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Overall
4.9 out of 5
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Explains Things Carefully
4.9 out of 5
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Listens Carefully
4.9 out of 5
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Gives Understandable Instructions
4.9 out of 5
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Knows My Medical History
4.7 out of 5
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Shows Respect
4.9 out of 5
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Time Spent Together
4.9 out of 5
Consulting and Related Relationships
At The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, we support a faculty member’s research and consulting in collaboration with medical device, research and/or drug companies because a faculty member’s expertise can guide important advancements in the practice of medicine and improve patient care. In order to provide effective management of these relationships, the University requires annual disclosures from all faculty members with external interests related to their University responsibilities.
As of 09/30/2024, Dr. Afzal has reported no relationships with companies or entities.
Knowledgeable
Excellent, very informative, yet common sense approach.
Very good
Dr. Afzal was very patronizing. He spoke to me like he was speaking to a child, and referred to me as a "young girl" several times, despite the fact that I am a 35 year old woman. He also made assumptions about my lifestyle habits, dismissing my health concern- he told me that I am dehydrated and that I don't eat enough, and that is what is causing my symptoms. He did not ask me about my fluid intake or my nutrition before stating what he assumed to be facts about me.
All good
Dr. Afzal took time to explain things and listened intently to me. I did not feel rushed at all. Dr. Afzal was kind and personable.
Listened we'll
Dr. Afzel was great. Explained things clearly, very patient.
Great experience
Everything went very well
Dr Afzal took the necessary time and was very attentive.
The doctor was a good listener and could explain the procedure in simple words
Very informative and took time to explain the medical process
Very competent and thorough
Excellent, very thorough, great explanations, he was focused in my needs & never distracted!
The experience was above excellent. Dr Afzal was very thorough, caring & explained all very well. He answered any questions we had. I feel very confident to be in his care after my first visit.
Listend to me and explained everything. Made me feel comfortable
Doctor was very attentive.
Fabulous
First time I've seen this doc. Really liked him. Can tell he is very knowledgeable and knows his job.
Caring
Seemed knowledgeable of health history. Answered questions thoroughly.
He was excellentanswered all my questions & knew my health history. I felt confident with his expertise.
Excellent, spent the time necessary for appointment
Took his time answering our questions.
Very Knowledgeable Very Professional Great bedside manner.
Dr.Afzal has been extremely caring while providing excellent medical services.
Excellent. He answered all of my questions and gave me assurance I needed that he could fix my heart problems.
Provider answered our questions, nothing bad happened.
No problem
Dr Afzal has always been easy to talk to and has clearly explained my options
One of the best doctors I have ever been to. He was patient, listened carefully and explained things in a way that was easy to understand
Good
ALL GOOD
This has been the best hospital, staff, nurses, and doctors I have been around
Dr spent a tremendous amount of time with me to make sure I understood my condition and options .. Remarkable
Attentive. Professional
Good
All good.
He was incredibly dismissive. At one point he asked me how chemo was going (I do not have cancer), so he clearly had not reviewed my chart closely despite months of waiting for this appointment.
Very glad o came to see him. He is personable and very patient. He did surgery on me before and I think he is awesome! My son has spoke to him re:my health issues and is very pleased that I chose to see him again.
This appointment was for a second opinion. He was very friendly, respectful, and wanted to understand my experience with the onset and subsequent history with my Afib. He explained everything in great detail and offered recommendations/options for me to consider for treating my paroxysmal atrial fibrillation. This was extremely helpful and comforting.
Excellent treatment
Is very detailed in his explanationsRelates very well
Explained dverything
Did a great job listening in addition to explaining
Dr. Afzal went above and beyond his duty to listen and explain things clearly. I was very pleased with his chair side manners and would recommend him without reservations.
Excellent doctor!
Just exactly what I needed
Does his job well.
My care provider treated me professionally and with respect
Very informative - Answered all questions.
He is very easy to listen to and understand. He comes highly referred, but also provides a tremendous level of confidence in what he is saying and predicting.