Summary

Dr. Atta Behfar is a cardiovascular disease specialist with additional expertise in internal medicine. He earned his medical degree from Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine and brings 20 years of experience to his practice. Dr. Behfar's dual specialization allows him to provide comprehensive care for patients with heart conditions while addressing their overall health needs.

Dr. Behfar practices at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, with affiliations at both the Methodist Campus and Saint Marys Campus. His expertise includes treating patients with chronic kidney disease, including those with advanced stage 5 kidney disease. He performs cardiac catheterization procedures to diagnose and treat heart conditions. Behfar also provides physical therapy guidance and sedation services as part of his comprehensive cardiovascular care approach.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 20 years of experience
  • Mayo Clinic Alix School Of Medicine
  • 2 specialties
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Atta Behfar has 2 locations

Mayo Clinic Cardiology

200 1st St SwRochester, MN 55905

Mayo Clinic Rochester

200 1st St SwRochester, MN 55905

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Cardiovascular DiseaseNeonatologyAnesthesiologyPublic Health & General Preventive Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
20 Years of Experience 45 Years of Experience 28 Years of Experience 52 Years of Experience
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Rochester , MNRochester , MNRochester , MNRochester , MN
Med School: Mayo Clinic Alix School Of Medicine Med School: Wayne State University School Of Medicine Med School: Rutgers New Jersey Medical School Med School: Indiana University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Atta Behfar

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Atta Behfar has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Atta Behfar has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Arrhythmia
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Blood Clot
  • Heart Attack
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • High Cholesterol
  • Hypertension
  • Internal Medicine
  • Stroke
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

20 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Minnesota, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Mayo Clinic Alix School Of MedicineGraduated in 2006

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Dr. Atta Behfar is affiliated with Mayo Clinic Hospital Methodist Campus and Mayo Clinic Hospital Saint Marys Campus.
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Dr. Atta Behfar's office is located at 200 1st St Sw, Rochester, MN, 55905.
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