Summary

Dr. Ghassan Alkoutami is a cardiologist specializing in cardiovascular disease. He earned his medical degree from Damascus University Medical School in Damascus, Syria, and completed his residency at Wayne State University in Detroit, Michigan. Dr. Alkoutami furthered his training with a fellowship at East Carolina University in Greenville, North Carolina. He speaks English fluently.

Dr. Alkoutami practices at Caldwell Memorial Hospital and sees patients across multiple locations including Hickory, Lincolnton, Lenoir, and Connelly Springs, North Carolina. He treats conditions such as high blood pressure and hypertensive emergencies. His expertise includes performing contrast echocardiography, transthoracic echocardiograms, and exercise stress tests to evaluate heart function. Patients rate Dr. Alkoutami 4.0 out of 5 stars on average.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4
  • 41 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • East Carolina University, Greenville, NC
  • 1 specialty
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 5 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Ghassan - Alkoutami has 5 locations

FryeCare Cardiology

2660 Tate Blvd SEHickory, NC 28602
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

FryeCare Cardiology - Lincolnton

1470 E Gaston St Ste 400Lincolnton, NC 28092
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 12:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

FryeCare Cardiology - Lenoir

1041 Morganton Blvd SW # 200Lenoir, NC 28645
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

FryeCare Cardiology - Valdese

721 Malcolm Blvd # BConnelly Springs, NC 28612
MonClosed
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
ThuClosed
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Frye Regional HealthPark

1041 Morganton Blvd SWLenoir, NC 28645
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Cardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular Disease
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.1 
4.3 
37 Years of Experience 40 Years of Experience 24 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Hickory , NCCambridge , MAStatesville , NCConcord , NC
Med School: Damascus University Medical School, Damascus, Syria Med School: University of Toledo Medical School Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine Med School: Medical University Of South Carolina College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Ghassan - Alkoutami

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Ambetter
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • CareSource
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Golden Rule
  • Health Alliance
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health - PPO
  • Optum Health
  • OSU Health Plan - PPO
  • Palmetto GBA
  • Palmetto GBA - Medicare
  • PreferredOne
  • Priority Health
  • Security Life
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC - PPO
  • The Health Plan of the Upper Ohio Valley, Inc.
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Wellcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Ghassan - Alkoutami has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Ghassan - Alkoutami has the following 12 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

Ghassan - Alkoutami holds an expired medical license in the state of North Carolina.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of North Carolina that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at East Carolina University, Greenville, NC.

Residency

Completed their residency at Wayne State Univerity, Detroit, MI.

Medical School

Graduated from Damascus University Medical School, Damascus, Syria.

NPI Number

Ghassan - Alkoutami's NPI number is 1508867516.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Ghassan Alkoutami accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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Which hospitals is Ghassan Alkoutami affiliated with?
Ghassan Alkoutami is affiliated with Caldwell Memorial Hospital.
Does Ghassan Alkoutami accept my insurance?
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Where is Ghassan Alkoutami's office located?
Ghassan Alkoutami's office is located at 2660 Tate Blvd SE, Hickory, NC, 28602.
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