Summary

Dr. Yassir Nawaz specializes in cardiovascular disease with advanced training in interventional cardiology. He earned his medical degree from King Edward Medical College and completed his residency at Abington Memorial Hospital in 2012, followed by a fellowship at Newark Beth Israel Medical Center in 2016. With 20 years of experience treating heart conditions, Dr. Nawaz holds certification in internal medicine from the American Board of Internal Medicine. He speaks English with his patients.

Dr. Nawaz practices at Geisinger Community Medical Center in Scranton and Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania, with hospital privileges at Lehigh Valley Hospital Muhlenberg. His expertise includes treating coronary artery disease and aortic valve stenosis. He also manages patients with chronic kidney disease as it relates to heart health. Dr. Nawaz performs cardiac catheterization procedures and coronary angiograms to diagnose blockages in heart vessels. Patients give him an average rating of 4.0 for his care.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4
  • 20 years of experience
  • 13 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Newark Beth Israel Medical Center
  • 2 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me
  • Flexible scheduling

Office Locations

Yassir Nawaz has 2 locations

Geisinger Community Medical Center

1800 Mulberry StScranton, PA 18510
Mon12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Tue12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Wed12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Thu12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Fri12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Sat12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Sun12:01 am - 11:59 pm

Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center

1000 E Mountain DrWilkes Barre, PA 18711

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Cardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseInternal MedicineCardiovascular Disease
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3.1 
20 Years of Experience 57 Years of Experience 49 Years of Experience 41 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English Speaks English
Scranton , PAEast Stroudsburg , PAHonesdale , PAClarks Green , PA
Med School: King Edward Medical College Med School: Medical College Baroda Med School: Temple University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Pennsylvania School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Yassir Nawaz

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • AmeriHealth
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Humana
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Yassir Nawaz has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Yassir Nawaz 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
  • Interventional Cardiology
  • Stroke
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

20 Years Experience

Yassir Nawaz holds an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania. They are board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Newark Beth Israel Medical Center in 2016.

Residency

Completed their residency at Abington Memorial Hospital in 2012.

Medical School

Graduated from King Edward Medical College in 2006.

NPI Number

Yassir Nawaz's NPI number is 1912139627.

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What languages does Yassir Nawaz speak?
Yassir Nawaz speaks English.
Which hospitals is Yassir Nawaz affiliated with?
Yassir Nawaz is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Hospital Muhlenberg.

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