Dr. Niraj Pandit, MD

Dr. Niraj Pandit, MD is a Cardiology specialist practicing at his clinic in Tallahassee, FL. He is a dedicated partner in preventive health, registered with The Florida Board of Medicine and practicing under the Florida Statutes, Title XXXII, Chapter 458 (Medical Practice). Dr. Pandit is committed to empowering patients with proactive, comprehensive Cardiovascular care, understanding that your cardiologist is your primary partner in preventing heart disease and stroke. This collaborative approach involves creating a long-term health plan, coordinating essential screenings, and managing cardiovascular risk factors for a lifetime of wellness. He serves all ages, focusing on proactive health and risk reduction. He is currently welcoming new patients to begin their proactive health journey; please call (850) 279-1148 to schedule.

Dr. Niraj Pandit, a board-certified interventional cardiologist with HCA Healthcare, brings over 35 years of dedicated experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree and completed his internship and residency in internal medicine from the Medical College of Pennsylvania and Hospital, followed by cardiology fellowship at Cooper University Hospital in New Jersey. Dr. Pandit's extensive training, including a medical degree from Drexel University College Of Medicine in 1986, and further specialization at Cooper Hospital - University Medical Center - Camden Nj, underscores his commitment to the care and improvement of human life. He is Board Certified in Interventional Cardiology by the American Board of Internal Medicine, and offers consultations in French. His approach combines deep clinical knowledge with compassionate care, ensuring that patients and their families receive the highest quality cardiovascular support throughout their lives.

A key part of the WePrevent mission is building your personalized prevention roadmap. Dr. Niraj Pandit is a vital partner in this journey, focusing on proactive strategies to protect and enhance your long-term health.

By working together, you and Dr. Niraj Pandit can create a clear, actionable plan to address your unique risk factors and health goals.

A proactive approach to health involves understanding and managing potential risks. Dr. Niraj Pandit provides expert care for a range of conditions, focusing on early detection and effective management to support your long-term wellness. Common areas of focus include:

• Biventricular Heart Failure: Protecting your heart from biventricular heart failure involves understanding your risk factors and taking steps to manage them, such as following a healthy diet and exercising regularly, to avoid serious complications.
• Unstable Angina: Experiencing unstable angina means your heart isn't getting enough blood, emphasizing the need for proactive lifestyle changes and medical management to reduce your risk of future heart problems.
• Syncope: Managing conditions like heart disease or low blood pressure that can cause syncope reduces your risk of future fainting episodes and associated harm.
• Rheumatic Tricuspid Disease: Protecting your heart from rheumatic tricuspid disease starts with preventing rheumatic fever through early diagnosis and treatment of strep throat, demonstrating how proactive health care significantly reduces cardiovascular risks.
• Aortic Embolism and Thrombosis: Aortic embolism and thrombosis occur when blood clots block blood flow in the aorta, the body's largest artery, highlighting the critical need for proactive cardiovascular risk management to prevent potentially life-threatening complications.
• Aortic Ectasia: Regular monitoring and lifestyle changes, such as diet and exercise, are vital for managing aortic ectasia and minimizing your risk of potentially life-threatening events.
• Hypertension: Managing hypertension effectively through medication and lifestyle modifications can prevent serious health complications like heart attacks, strokes, and kidney failure.
• Aortic Aneurysm: Managing risk factors like high blood pressure and smoking is crucial for preventing the development or worsening of an aortic aneurysm, safeguarding your heart health.
• Mitral Valve Stenosis: Preventing complications from mitral valve stenosis involves understanding your risk factors, such as rheumatic fever history, and undergoing regular cardiac evaluations.
• Acute Coronary Syndrome: Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS) is a serious heart condition requiring immediate medical attention, highlighting the importance of regular checkups and managing risk factors like high blood pressure and cholesterol to prevent it.
• Cardiomyopathy: Cardiomyopathy is a disease where your heart muscle becomes weakened or thickened, potentially leading to heart failure; regular checkups and proactive management are crucial.
• Coronary Vessel Malformation: Managing coronary vessel malformations involves lifestyle changes and sometimes medical interventions to reduce the risk of heart attacks, strokes, and other cardiovascular events.

This list highlights some common health concerns and is for informational purposes only. The best way to understand your personal health and create a prevention plan is to schedule a consultation. Accurate diagnosis and personalized treatment plans are developed based on individual patient evaluations.

Taking proactive steps is central to long-term health. Dr. Niraj Pandit offers a range of key preventive screenings and services designed to provide crucial insights into your health and support your well-being:

• Cardiac Catheterization (incl. Coronary Angiography): To proactively safeguard your heart health, a cardiac catheterization uses special imaging to detect narrowed or blocked arteries, enabling timely treatment and reducing your risk of future cardiovascular events.
• Peripheral Arterial Disease Screening (PAD): A PAD screening helps detect narrowed arteries in your legs and feet, allowing for early treatment to prevent serious complications like heart attack or stroke.
• Carotid Artery Stent Placement: To prevent a stroke, a carotid artery stent can be placed to widen a narrowed artery in your neck, restoring healthy blood flow.
• Cardiac Myocardial Perfusion Imaging: Take a proactive step toward a healthier heart with myocardial perfusion imaging. This test visually assesses blood flow to your heart muscle, facilitating early diagnosis and treatment of conditions that could cause heart attacks or strokes.
• Impella Device: If you're facing a complex heart procedure, the Impella device acts as a temporary support system to enhance blood circulation, aiding your heart's performance during the surgery and recovery.
• Arrhythmia Screening: Early detection is key to managing heart health; arrhythmia screening helps identify irregular heartbeats, allowing for prompt diagnosis and treatment.
• Treadmill Stress Test: A treadmill stress test helps your doctor assess your heart's health under exertion, allowing for early detection of potential heart problems and helping prevent future heart attacks or strokes.
• Tilt Table Testing: As a diagnostic tool, tilt table testing can reveal whether heart-related issues are contributing to your symptoms, leading to early intervention and improved cardiovascular health.
• Cardiovascular Stress Test: Protecting your heart is key – a cardiovascular stress test helps pinpoint potential weaknesses in your heart's performance before they lead to major health problems like a heart attack or stroke.
• Tilt_Testing: Tilt table testing helps doctors identify the cause of fainting or dizziness, potentially preventing serious heart-related complications.
• Pacemaker Insertion or Replacement: Proactive management of irregular heartbeats is possible with pacemaker insertion or replacement, helping you avoid serious complications.
• Mitral Valve Surgery: For optimal heart health, mitral valve surgery may be necessary to repair or replace a damaged valve, preventing serious heart complications.

Service availability can change, and not all services listed may be appropriate for every patient. For a comprehensive understanding of all available services and to create your personalized screening plan, please schedule a consultation.

All medical services are provided in accordance with the standard scope of practice for Cardiology in Florida.

Dr. Niraj Pandit is dedicated to partnering with Caregivers to achieve their unique health objectives. The following examples illustrate how a proactive approach can make a tangible difference in a Patient's life:

• By understanding their risk factors and proactively managing their health through a tailored plan, a patient significantly reduced the likelihood of developing biventricular heart failure, gaining peace of mind about their future.
• By understanding their heart's needs and making proactive lifestyle changes, a patient significantly reduced their risk of unstable angina, gaining peace of mind and a healthier future.

These scenarios are illustrative examples of positive health outcomes. Individual results may vary and depend on many factors specific to each patient. He will work with you to define and achieve your personal health goals.

Here are answers to some common questions about proactive Cardiovascular care with Dr. Niraj Pandit:

What is a Cardiologist, and when should I see one?

A cardiologist is a medical doctor specializing in the heart and blood vessels. You should see a cardiologist if you experience symptoms like chest pain or shortness of breath, have a family history of heart disease, or have risk factors like high blood pressure or high cholesterol needing expert management.

What can I expect during my first visit with Dr. Niraj Pandit?

Your first visit with Dr. Pandit will be a comprehensive cardiovascular assessment. We'll review your medical and family history, perform a physical exam, and obtain an EKG. We'll also discuss your lifestyle and risk factors to create a personalized heart health plan.

What are the most important things I can do to prevent a heart attack?

Taking control of your cardiovascular health is empowering. Knowing and managing your blood pressure and cholesterol, not smoking, regular physical activity, and a heart-healthy diet are key preventive steps. By actively participating in these lifestyle choices, you are taking a proactive role in your heart health.

What is an echocardiogram?

An echocardiogram, or "echo," is a safe and painless ultrasound of the heart. It uses sound waves to create moving pictures of the heart, allowing Dr. Pandit to assess the strength of the heart muscle, check the function of the heart valves, and detect structural problems.

What is the purpose of cardiac rehabilitation?

Cardiac rehabilitation is a medically supervised program of exercise and education designed to help patients recover from heart conditions like heart attacks, stents, or heart surgery. It strengthens the heart, reduces risk factors, and helps patients safely regain their confidence and quality of life.

What is heart failure?

Heart failure means the heart isn't pumping blood effectively, not that it has stopped. It's a chronic condition, but manageable. Dr. Pandit uses medications and lifestyle changes to improve heart function and reduce symptoms like shortness of breath and swelling.

How is Peripheral Artery Disease (P.A.D.) related to heart disease?

Peripheral artery disease (P.A.D.) is caused by the same process as coronary artery disease—atherosclerosis (plaque buildup). However, P.A.D. affects the arteries in the legs and feet. Having P.A.D. is a significant warning sign, indicating a very high risk for heart attack and stroke.

What is a cardiac stress test?

A cardiac stress test evaluates how well your heart performs during physical activity. You'll walk on a treadmill while your EKG and blood pressure are monitored. It's a vital non-invasive tool to identify potential blockages in the coronary arteries.

2770 Capital Medical Blvd Ste 109C1
Tallahassee FL 32308
Phone: (850) 279-1148

Dr. Niraj Pandit, MD is regulated by the Florida Statutes, Title XXXII, Chapter 458 (Medical Practice) in Florida and is licensed by The Florida Board of Medicine.

National Provider Identifier (NPI): 1740270198

Registration can typically be verified through The Florida Board of Medicine website or by direct inquiry.

The information on this profile, provided by weprevent.org, is for general informational purposes and to help you connect with preventive health partners. It does not constitute direct medical advice from the physician named. Cardiology like Dr. Niraj Pandit are skilled in helping patients create proactive health plans. For urgent or life-threatening emergencies, please call 911 or visit the nearest emergency department. It is always recommended to maintain open communication with your cardiology about all aspects of your health and your personalized prevention plan.