Rating: 4.9 out of 5 (402 ratings)
Susmita Parashar, MD, MPH, MS, FAHA, FACC is a Board certified cardiologist at the Emory Heart and Vascular Center and Associate Professor of Medicine (Cardiology) at Emory University School of Medicine. Prior to joining as faculty in the Division of Cardiology, Dr Parashar was Assistant Professor of Medicine in the Division of General Internal Medicine at Emory for 8 years. She applies her experience as a Board certified internist in providing a holistic care to patients. She was awarded the American Heart Association (AHA) Trudy Bush Fellowship for Cardiovascular Research in Women's Health Award to recognize outstanding work in the area of women's health and cardiovascular disease and Emory Department of Medicine Early Career Faculty Research Award for Clinical Research. Dr. Parashar is part of the Emory Women's Heart Center, which is a collaborative group of providers that treat patients using a team approach.
Dr. Parashar completed her residency in Internal Medicine at Medical College of Georgia, Augusta and Cardiology fellowship at Emory University. She completed her Master of Public Health and a Master of Science from Emory in 2005. She is Board Certified in Cardiology, Nuclear Cardiology and Echocardiography.
A passionate clinician-researcher and educator, she trains medical students, residents and cardiology fellows. In addition, she conducts clinical research. Dr Parashar's clinical and research focus is in preventive cardiology with a focus on women and cardiovascular diseases. Her research focuses on the role of psychological, behavioral and biological factors in explaining gender disparities in cardiovascular diseases. She is interested in studying how gender and race influence health, medical care and outcomes; what are the biological mechanisms influencing the development of diseases or disease outcomes; and what we can do in order to overcome disparities. She designs clinical studies in order to provide answers to these questions.
She has received several grants and awards from the National Institute of Health (NIH) and the AHA to conduct research on women and heart disease. She has served as Emory principal investigator for large NIH funded clinical research for heart attack patients. She was also invited to participate as a co-investigator for the NIH funded Cardiovascular Health Study for older adults. She has presented her work in national and international scientific meetings, including the AHA Annual Session, AHA Quality of Care and Outcomes Research in Cardiovascular Disease and Stroke, American College of Cardiology Annual Session, Society of General Internal Medicine and International Congress of Coronary Heart Disease.
Dr. Parashar has authored/coauthored over 60 peer-reviewed publications, including invited textbook chapters, manuscripts, abstracts and review articles. Her work has been published in such prestigious journals as the New England Journal of Medicine, Archives of Internal Medicine and Circulation, and highlighted by the Nature and national media such as CNN, CBS and NPR news.
She believes in family-career balance and applies her experience as a mother of two young children and wife to her work.
Dr. Parashar is a cardiovascular outcomes researcher with emphasis on preventive cardiology, women and heart disease and cardio-oncology. Her research focuses on the role of clinical and biological factors in explaining outcomes of cardiovascular diseases in special high-risk population such as cancer. She closely collaborates with Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University and has developed a cardio-oncology program; and conducts research to describe the subclinical incidence and calculated risk for the prevalence of cardiomyopathy and coronary heart disease in cancer patients.
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Impact of Hypertensive Disorders of Pregnancy on Maternal and Offspring Cardiovascular Health. Current cardiology reports |
F Das, S Parashar, A Kulkarni | 07/24/2026 |
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Cardiovascular Consequences of Premature Menopause. Current cardiology reports |
JA Bast, O Olubi, DE Le, S Parashar, I Dobrescu, L Kondapalli | 08/13/2025 |
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Sex Differences in Heart Transplantation: Evolving Trends and Insights. Current cardiology reports |
RA Rao, M Munagala, CM Puckett, S Parashar, M Naik, I Rajapreyer | 07/12/2025 |
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The Impact of Mental Health on Cardiovascular Disease in Women. Current cardiology reports |
I Mahana, K Asturias-Gonzalez, P Mei, M Kalt, S Parashar, R Rao, L Kondapalli, OM Olubi, DE Le | 07/11/2025 |
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The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Women's Cardiovascular Disease Care. Current cardiology reports |
J Chung, J Thangathurai, S Andrade-Bucknor, S Parashar, KG Carta, M Epp, C Ma | 06/20/2025 |
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Current Status of Cardiovascular Disease in Asian Americans: One Size Does Not Fit All. Current cardiology reports |
P Mei, YS Levitzky, S Parashar, RA Rao, L Kondapalli, DE Le | 06/17/2025 |
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Cardiovascular Care in Women Veterans: An Updated Profile. Current cardiology reports |
P Mei, D Cotiga, I Mahana, N Gilani, ML Dew, S Parashar, DE Le | 06/12/2025 |
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JACC. CardioOncology |
S Parashar, N Akhter, E Paplomata, IY Elgendy, D Upadhyaya, M Scherrer-Crosbie, TM Okwuosa, RM Sanghani, E Chalas, KJ Lindley, S Dent | 04/01/2023 |
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Interconnected Clinical and Social Risk Factors in Breast Cancer and Heart Failure. Frontiers in cardiovascular medicine |
A Sinha, A Bavishi, EA Hibler, EH Yang, S Parashar, T Okwuosa, JM DeCara, SA Brown, A Guha, D Sadler, SS Khan, SJ Shah, CW Yancy, N Akhter | 01/01/2022 |
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Clinical cardiology |
NK Wenger, OO Williams, S Parashar | 02/01/2019 |
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Breast Cancer and Heart Failure. Heart failure clinics |
Z Almuwaqqat, JL Meisel, A Barac, S Parashar | 01/01/2019 |
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Myocarditis With Radiotherapy and Immunotherapy in Multiple Myeloma. Journal of oncology practice |
A Chang, TH Nasti, MK Khan, S Parashar, JL Kaufman, LH Boise, S Lonial, R Ahmed, AK Nooka | 09/01/2018 |
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Statins and cancer survivors: the need for structured guidelines. Future cardiology |
Z Almuwaqqat, O Hung, S Parashar | 01/01/2018 |
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Circulation |
KG Smolderen, DM Buchanan, K Gosch, M Whooley, PS Chan, V Vaccarino, S Parashar, AJ Shah, PM Ho, JA Spertus | 05/02/2017 |
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Subclinical Cardiovascular Disease in Lymphoma Survivors by Sex. Journal of obstetric, gynecologic, and neonatal nursing : JOGNN |
CM Reilly, N Esiashvili, S Parashar, M Higgins | 01/01/2016 |
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BMJ open |
OY Hung, JR Brown, T Dai, KA Easley, CR Flowers, S Parashar | 10/06/2015 |
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Building bridges: the emerging field of cardio-oncology. Future cardiology |
S Parashar | 07/01/2015 |
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Heart (British Cardiac Society) |
S Shore, PG Jones, TM Maddox, SM Bradley, JM Stolker, SV Arnold, S Parashar, P Peterson, DL Bhatt, J Spertus, PM Ho | 05/15/2015 |
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European heart journal. Quality of care & clinical outcomes |
A Grodzinsky, SV Arnold, K Gosch, JA Spertus, JM Foody, J Beltrame, TM Maddox, S Parashar, M Kosiborod | 01/01/2015 |
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The American journal of cardiology |
S Parashar, D Kella, KJ Reid, JA Spertus, F Tang, J Langberg, V Vaccarino, MC Kontos, RD Lopes, MS Lloyd | 11/01/2013 |
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Circulation |
S Parashar, JA Spertus, F Tang, KL Bishop, V Vaccarino, CF Jackson, TF Boyden, L Sperling | 09/25/2012 |
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Circulation research |
S Pryshchep, JJ Goronzy, S Parashar, CM Weyand | 03/05/2010 |
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Early menopause predicts angina after myocardial infarction. Menopause (New York, N.Y.) |
S Parashar, KJ Reid, JA Spertus, LJ Shaw, V Vaccarino | 01/01/2010 |
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Heart (British Cardiac Society) |
KP Champney, PD Frederick, H Bueno, S Parashar, J Foody, CN Merz, JG Canto, JH Lichtman, V Vaccarino | 06/01/2009 |
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The American journal of cardiology |
S Parashar, R Katz, NL Smith, AM Arnold, V Vaccarino, NK Wenger, JS Gottdiener | 04/15/2009 |
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Impact of depression on sex differences in outcome after myocardial infarction. Circulation. Cardiovascular quality and outcomes |
S Parashar, JS Rumsfeld, KJ Reid, D Buchanan, N Dawood, S Khizer, J Lichtman, V Vaccarino | 01/01/2009 |
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Archives of internal medicine |
N Dawood, V Vaccarino, KJ Reid, JA Spertus, N Hamid, S Parashar | 10/13/2008 |
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Depression, the metabolic syndrome and cardiovascular risk. Psychosomatic medicine |
V Vaccarino, C McClure, BD Johnson, DS Sheps, V Bittner, T Rutledge, LJ Shaw, G Sopko, MB Olson, DS Krantz, S Parashar, OC Marroquin, CN Merz | 01/01/2008 |
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01/09/2026 |
Doctor made good recommendations Showed an interest in my concerns |
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01/08/2026 |
Dr. Parashar explained topics clearly. She always listens to my concerns and responds with various options. |
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01/07/2026 |
Dr. Plarashar is wonderful. Always kind and engaged. |
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12/31/2025 |
I spent very little time with the physician and was unable to discuss a second opinion I received. I've been assigned to another physician, which is a good move. |
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12/25/2025 |
Good |
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12/19/2025 |
The doctor was in the room less than 5 minutes. The resident spent maybe 10 or 15 minutes. |
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12/19/2025 |
Dr Parashar is always very attentive and caring. |
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12/17/2025 |
I go in with my questions written down so I won't forget what's important for me to know at each visit. Dr. Parashar always takes the necessary time with me to explain the her answers. |
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12/12/2025 |
Excellent |
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12/12/2025 |
Excellent listener who came up with an agreeable treatment plan. |
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12/05/2025 |
Dr. Parashar is way beyond excellent. She was aware of past discussions at previous appointments. She is exceptional. In this season of no service, she provides excellent service. She is kind and spot on with my diagnosis. I love her. I have recommended her to my family and friends. Thank you for supporting her in her practice. |
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12/05/2025 |
Perfect visit |
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11/23/2025 |
Did not read my file which means she didn't have full context around why I made the appt, told me that I did not have a diagnosis that a previous physician gave me even though she did not conduct any tests to confirm it, told me I needed to re-confirm a previous diagnosis (from a non-Emory physician) with a physician within the Emory system, she also dismissed other conditions that are also in my file. Will not be going to this physician again and will be getting a second opinion. |
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11/22/2025 |
Love Dr. Parashar! Listens to me, we figure out care plan together. She guided me to the right treatment for my atrial fibrillation (which is now resolved). Glad she is my cardiologist |
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11/21/2025 |
She was so compassionate. Answered all my questions to my satisfaction to put me at ease. I felt so much relief after my visit. |
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11/20/2025 |
I wish everyone dealing with chronic conditions (high BP, cholesterol concerns) had a physician like Dr Parashar. She has a profound understanding of the steps both she and the Pt can take to prevent negative outcomes. |
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11/19/2025 |
Dr. Parashar shows a keen interest in the patient & does not rush the time she has for me. |
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11/14/2025 |
Dr. Parashar was very personable and explain everything I needed to know. She took her time with me and answer questions that I asked about. I know that I will be working with her due to my condition and out first visit was great. |
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11/10/2025 |
Dr Parashar is outstanding. Came in on schedule. Listened and conversed effectively. Thorough communication without the feeling of being rushed. |
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11/08/2025 |
Dr. Parashar is truly exceptional-warm, approachable, and easy to talk to. Her outstanding critical thinking skills enable her to thoroughly assess my symptoms and develop a well-rounded plan of care to address my cardiac health needs. |
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11/06/2025 |
I tell everyone how much I love Emory! |
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11/05/2025 |
I appreciate Dr. Parashar's thoroughness and frank discussion. |
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10/31/2025 |
I was initially surprised for the call to come in. However, the doctor explained every thing thoroughly. |
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10/30/2025 |
Good |
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10/25/2025 |
My doctor is the best! |
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10/15/2025 |
Dr. Parashar was well prepared and an impressive listener with flexible directions to proceed. |
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10/15/2025 |
Love love Dr Parashar. So sweet and thorough. |
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10/03/2025 |
Physician has a good bedside manner. |
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09/28/2025 |
Excellent very caring and thorough. Communication about my condition and concerns explained in great detail in a way I could understand |
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09/28/2025 |
Dr Parashar is fantastic |
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09/26/2025 |
Parashar is the best. |
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09/12/2025 |
Excellent care by Dr. Parashar |
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09/12/2025 |
Outstanding |
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09/10/2025 |
This provider was extremely compassionate and went above and beyond what I could have hoped for. |
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09/06/2025 |
Excellent experience. |
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09/04/2025 |
Very satisfied with my doctors at Emory |
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09/04/2025 |
Dr. Parashar is wonderful! Always present and listening during my visits! Focused and assessing always. Perfect patient care and generally concerned about my quality of health and care! |
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09/01/2025 |
Dr. Parashar is always thorough, knowledgeable, caring and attentive. She always asks for questions and concerns and is attentive and responds to them. |
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08/27/2025 |
Dr. Parashar is very personable! |
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08/17/2025 |
Dr. Parashar was very knowledgeable, kind, and friendly. She clearly explained which current prescriptions could be safely taken with Plavix, which I really appreciated. I felt very comfortable with her and her staff-they were all warm and professional. Overall, it was a great experience. |
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08/17/2025 |
She is very caring and personable. She listens to my conversations n webs and addresses them so that I understand |
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08/15/2025 |
Nice |
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08/03/2025 |
Dr Parashar is an excellent physician who cares about her patients. I feel lucky to be under her care. |
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07/24/2025 |
Dr Parashar is one of the most caring, informed, astute Dr I have ever seen. She actually listens to me and when im having a hurdle makes sure she navigates me thru it and I receive the care I need. I feel seen, cared for and treated with life changing results. |
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07/24/2025 |
Dr. Parashar took the time to discuss and answer all my questions and explain test results, etc. |
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07/02/2025 |
The service and treatment was amazing and was held safely. The only feedback is that I hear from a lot of doctors is stating I'm "too young" to experience issues with my body, but health doesn't discriminate against age, it can strike anyone. Other than that, I am grateful for the patience and time taken to hear me out. |
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07/02/2025 |
Dr Susmita Parashah was wonderful. Her manner is terrific. She included me in the charting and future schedule. |
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06/22/2025 |
Love Dr Parashar! |
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06/20/2025 |
Very helpful and explained everything that we discussed perfectly. |
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06/12/2025 |
Wonderful and caring Doctor |
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06/02/2025 |
The doctor was blunt with me and I was upset at her tone. I did not understand why I was not immediately referred to a specialist after being seen in the ER as she admitted she was not able to answer my questions or provide further insight into the cause of my arrhythmia without further testing. It was unclear why a full week elapsed between her sending me to the ER and receiving referrals for an MRI and holter monitor. The delay coupled with her tone was frustrating. |
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05/29/2025 |
She was very caring and interested in my concerns and provided answers to all my questions. |
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05/28/2025 |
Always Excellent Service |
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05/22/2025 |
Always exceptional/excellent |
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05/21/2025 |
Wait time may prevent me from recommending this practitioner. |
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05/17/2025 |
Dr. Parashar is the best! She is incredibly present, warm and caring and always takes time to listen. I am thankful for her. |
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05/16/2025 |
Dr. Parasha was a delight to talk to, very informative and seemed genuinely concerned with my health she explained the benefits of a wellness plan that would benefit me, and how to accomplish my goal of Improving my overall health, to limit my trips to a doctors office. |
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05/07/2025 |
Dr. Parashar is amazing. She is responsible for saving my life. She never gave up on me |
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04/18/2025 |
Although not the outcome I wanted (not her fault) the Dr. Parashar was wonderful at each visit |
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04/02/2025 |
Went above and beyond! |
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03/27/2025 |
I thought Dr Parashar was unusually kind. She listened carefully and explained her decisions well. She went above and beyond what any other doctor I have ever seen. |
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03/19/2025 |
Good service! |
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03/13/2025 |
Always professional and caring |
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02/28/2025 |
It Was good |
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02/21/2025 |
Good provider. I have no complaints. I feel cared for. |
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02/16/2025 |
Discussed medications, recent surgery for melanoma, current health. Dr Parashar is always informative, listens to my concerns, kind and patient. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend her friends. |
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02/13/2025 |
Dr. Parashar is knowledgeable and thorough in her assessment. She has excellent critical thinking skills and show keen insight into putting puzzle pieces together to come up with the right diagnosis. She is a good listener and easy to talk to. |
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02/12/2025 |
She is an excellent doctor. She made me comfortable and showed me genuine concerns. |
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02/08/2025 |
Great Dr. Wish Emory had more like her. |
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02/08/2025 |
Could not have been any better. Dr. Parasha is absolutely the best. very kind, courteous, and attentive |
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02/06/2025 |
Dr. Parashar is phenomenal. Her knowledge of my condition, her empathy, her professionalism - all were outstanding. |
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01/31/2025 |
Dr.Parashar is the best. I have full confidence In her and her staff |
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01/30/2025 |
Dr. Parashar helped to allay my fears about the side effects of certain medications changes I was forced to make due to my insurance coverage for my heart failure medication being reduced or dropped; causing the meds to be extremely expensive and the generic medication causing my BP to be dangerously labile. I love Dr. Parashar for her humane treatment and expected outcomes. |
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01/29/2025 |
I am lucky to have found Dr Parashar. She is very competent, explains and answers questions. She is straightforward in dealing with questions and issues. I have complete confidence in her ability. |
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01/22/2025 |
Dr. Parashar was extremely kind, knowledgeable and professional and took a lot of time explaining things to me. |
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01/03/2025 |
Dr. Parashar is brilliant and compassionate. I'm delighted she is caring for me and y daughter. |
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01/03/2025 |
The staff and nurses and doctors were all very professional. It's always a pleasure coming to an appointment. |
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01/01/2025 |
Dr. Parashar is always a pleasure. She has excellent communication skills and is empathetic and personable. Superb clinician |
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12/20/2024 |
EXCELLENT |
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12/13/2024 |
Dr. Parashar is an excellent listener. She processes what I say to heard, asks clarifying questions and uses her expertise to determine a course of action. She is thorough and wise in ordering diagnostic tests. And on top of all that she is just pleasant to talk to. |
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11/22/2024 |
Dr Parashar is very experienced, a good listener, and clear in her directives to patients. I am very lucky to have her as my cardiologist. |
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11/19/2024 |
Dr Parashar always listens well and responds well to my questions or concerns. |
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11/11/2024 |
Dr Parashar always engaging with our questions and concerns |
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11/09/2024 |
Outstanding |
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11/08/2024 |
Good |
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11/07/2024 |
Dr Parashar is the best! She always show compassion, kindness and concern to her patients. |
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11/01/2024 |
Dr. Parashar is serious and even handed in providing the best health care for each and every patient. |
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10/25/2024 |
Very good experience. Dr Parashar listens to my concerns, explains issues well, and develops future appointments and treatments with my best interest in mind. Pleasant and kind. |
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09/30/2024 |
Was having side effects from a new medication. She discussed options with me and we decided on another option. |
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09/26/2024 |
Dr. Parashar is a caring and extremely knowledgeable doctor. I always feel listened to and like I am getting the best possible care from her. I highly recommend her!! |
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09/25/2024 |
Dr P is great. She takes her time and listens and provides excellent feedback. I'm very happy with her care. |
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09/21/2024 |
Excellent doctor |
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09/01/2024 |
Dr. Addressed concerns and sent me to hospital for more treatment |
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08/30/2024 |
Having a problem with my leg. Dr Parashar made sure problem was addressed same day. |
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08/29/2024 |
Dr. Parashar has great bedside manner. Listens to my concerns, discusses options |
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08/22/2024 |
I will recommend to other |
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08/21/2024 |
Excellent |
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08/21/2024 |
We love Dr Parashar |
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08/17/2024 |
Dr. Pararshar is very caring and knowledgeable, as a patient I always feel like I am in good hands. |
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08/15/2024 |
I will refer if the person needs a cardiologist. |
