Ali N. Rizvi, MD, FACC, FSCAI

University	Degree	Focus	Graduated
Aga Khan University Medical College, Karachi, Pakistan	Doctorate	Other	1989

Institution	Focus	Year
Residency - West Virginia University, Morgantown, West Virginia	Internal Medicine	1995
Internship - Aga Khan University Medical College, Karachi, Pakistan	Other	1990
Fellowship - St. Vincent's Hospital, Indiana Heart Institute, Indianapolis, Indiana	Interventional Cardiology	2003
Fellowship - University of Louisville, Louisville, Kentucky	Cardiology	2000

Open full review

Review by Anonymous on July 24, 2025 -

Houston Methodist DeBakey Cardiology & Cardiovascular Surgery Associates - 17189 I 45 South - Suite 475 - 77385 - 17189 I 45 South Suite 475

Office & Staff Evaluation

Practice Evaluation

Ease of Getting an Appointment Not rated
Courtesy of Practice Staff Not rated
Appearance & Atmosphere of Office Not rated
Handling of Billing & Insurance Not rated
Average Wait Time Not rated

Provider Evaluation

Willingness to Spend Time with You Not rated
Listening Skills
Clear explanations
Trust in Decision Making Not rated
Accuracy of Diagnosis Not rated
Post-Visit Follow-Up Not rated

Comment - “ I always recommend Methodist... ”

I always recommend Methodist

Verified Patient

“I always recommend Methodist...”

I always recommend Methodist

Anonymous 07/24/2025

Open full review

Review by Anonymous on July 13, 2025 -

Houston Methodist DeBakey Cardiology & Cardiovascular Surgery Associates - 17189 I 45 South - Suite 475 - 77385 - 17189 I 45 South Suite 475

Office & Staff Evaluation

Practice Evaluation

Ease of Getting an Appointment Not rated
Courtesy of Practice Staff Not rated
Appearance & Atmosphere of Office Not rated
Handling of Billing & Insurance Not rated
Average Wait Time Not rated

Provider Evaluation

Willingness to Spend Time with You Not rated
Listening Skills
Clear explanations
Trust in Decision Making Not rated
Accuracy of Diagnosis Not rated
Post-Visit Follow-Up Not rated

Comment - “ Great Experience... ”

Great Experience

Verified Patient

“Great Experience...”

Great Experience

Anonymous 07/13/2025

Open full review

Review by Anonymous on June 26, 2025 -

Houston Methodist DeBakey Cardiology & Cardiovascular Surgery Associates - 17189 I 45 South - Suite 475 - 77385 - 17189 I 45 South Suite 475

Office & Staff Evaluation

Practice Evaluation

Ease of Getting an Appointment Not rated
Courtesy of Practice Staff Not rated
Appearance & Atmosphere of Office Not rated
Handling of Billing & Insurance Not rated
Average Wait Time Not rated

Provider Evaluation

Willingness to Spend Time with You Not rated
Listening Skills
Clear explanations
Trust in Decision Making Not rated
Accuracy of Diagnosis Not rated
Post-Visit Follow-Up Not rated

Comment - “ My provider, Dr. Rizvi, was exce... ”

My provider, Dr. Rizvi, was excellent in my treatment and concern for my condition and included me in the decisions of my care. I would definitely recommend Dr. Rizvi to others!!

Verified Patient

“My provider, Dr. Rizvi, was exce...”

My provider, Dr. Rizvi, was excellent in my treatment and concern for my condition and included me in the decisions of my care. I would definitely recommend Dr. Rizvi to others!!

Anonymous 06/26/2025

Open full review

Review by Anonymous on June 24, 2025 -

Houston Methodist DeBakey Cardiology & Cardiovascular Surgery Associates - 17189 I 45 South - Suite 475 - 77385 - 17189 I 45 South Suite 475

Office & Staff Evaluation

Practice Evaluation

Ease of Getting an Appointment Not rated
Courtesy of Practice Staff Not rated
Appearance & Atmosphere of Office Not rated
Handling of Billing & Insurance Not rated
Average Wait Time Not rated

Provider Evaluation

Willingness to Spend Time with You Not rated
Listening Skills
Clear explanations
Trust in Decision Making Not rated
Accuracy of Diagnosis Not rated
Post-Visit Follow-Up Not rated

Comment - “ Dr. Rizvi is very professional, ... ”

Dr. Rizvi is very professional, capable and friendly. Trust him with my care.

Verified Patient

“Dr. Rizvi is very professional, ...”

Dr. Rizvi is very professional, capable and friendly. Trust him with my care.

Anonymous 06/24/2025

Open full review

Review by Anonymous on July 16, 2025 -

Houston Methodist DeBakey Cardiology & Cardiovascular Surgery Associates - 17189 I 45 South - Suite 475 - 77385 - 17189 I 45 South Suite 475

Office & Staff Evaluation

Practice Evaluation

Ease of Getting an Appointment Not rated
Courtesy of Practice Staff Not rated
Appearance & Atmosphere of Office Not rated
Handling of Billing & Insurance Not rated
Average Wait Time Not rated

Provider Evaluation

Willingness to Spend Time with You Not rated
Listening Skills
Clear explanations
Trust in Decision Making Not rated
Accuracy of Diagnosis Not rated
Post-Visit Follow-Up Not rated

Comment - “ Dr. Rizvi is outstanding in his ... ”

Dr. Rizvi is outstanding in his field. He is very thorough and makes it very easy to dialogue with him.

Verified Patient

“Dr. Rizvi is outstanding in his ...”

Dr. Rizvi is outstanding in his field. He is very thorough and makes it very easy to dialogue with him.

Anonymous 07/16/2025

Open full review

Review by Anonymous on June 29, 2025 -

Houston Methodist DeBakey Cardiology & Cardiovascular Surgery Associates - 17189 I 45 South - Suite 475 - 77385 - 17189 I 45 South Suite 475

Office & Staff Evaluation

Practice Evaluation

Ease of Getting an Appointment Not rated
Courtesy of Practice Staff Not rated
Appearance & Atmosphere of Office Not rated
Handling of Billing & Insurance Not rated
Average Wait Time Not rated

Provider Evaluation

Willingness to Spend Time with You Not rated
Listening Skills
Clear explanations
Trust in Decision Making Not rated
Accuracy of Diagnosis Not rated
Post-Visit Follow-Up Not rated

Comment - “ Very good... ”

Very good

Verified Patient

“Very good...”

Very good

Anonymous 06/29/2025

Open full review

Review by Anonymous on June 24, 2025 -

Houston Methodist DeBakey Cardiology & Cardiovascular Surgery Associates - 17189 I 45 South - Suite 475 - 77385 - 17189 I 45 South Suite 475

Office & Staff Evaluation

Practice Evaluation

Ease of Getting an Appointment Not rated
Courtesy of Practice Staff Not rated
Appearance & Atmosphere of Office Not rated
Handling of Billing & Insurance Not rated
Average Wait Time Not rated

Provider Evaluation

Willingness to Spend Time with You Not rated
Listening Skills
Clear explanations
Trust in Decision Making Not rated
Accuracy of Diagnosis Not rated
Post-Visit Follow-Up Not rated

Comment - “ Dr. Rivzi is very personable and... ”

Dr. Rivzi is very personable and helpful. Enjoy working with him and trust his input.

Verified Patient

“Dr. Rivzi is very personable and...”

Dr. Rivzi is very personable and helpful. Enjoy working with him and trust his input.

Anonymous 06/24/2025

Open full review

Review by Anonymous on June 18, 2025 -

Houston Methodist DeBakey Cardiology & Cardiovascular Surgery Associates - 17189 I 45 South - Suite 475 - 77385 - 17189 I 45 South Suite 475

Office & Staff Evaluation

Practice Evaluation

Ease of Getting an Appointment Not rated
Courtesy of Practice Staff Not rated
Appearance & Atmosphere of Office Not rated
Handling of Billing & Insurance Not rated
Average Wait Time Not rated

Provider Evaluation

Willingness to Spend Time with You Not rated
Listening Skills
Clear explanations
Trust in Decision Making Not rated
Accuracy of Diagnosis Not rated
Post-Visit Follow-Up Not rated

Comment - “ Dr. Rizvi is an exceptionally go... ”

Dr. Rizvi is an exceptionally good Cardiologist and always has been.

Verified Patient

“Dr. Rizvi is an exceptionally go...”

Dr. Rizvi is an exceptionally good Cardiologist and always has been.

Anonymous 06/18/2025

Office Hours

Internal Medicine Physician - Cardiovascular Disease, Internal Medicine Physician - Interventional Cardiology

Highlights

Biography

Featured Review See More Reviews

Summary

Provider Training

Photos

Specialties

Languages Spoken

Medical Specialties

Payment Options

Reviews

Office & Staff Evaluation Not rated

Provider Evaluation

Locations

Affiliated Practices

Houston Methodist DeBakey Cardiology & Cardiovascular Surgery Associates

Houston Methodist DeBakey Cardiology & Cardiovascular Surgery Associates

Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital

Practice Colleagues

Kaled Diab, MD - Surgeon, Thoracic and Cardiac Surgeon

Joseph Besho, MD, MS - Surgeon, Thoracic and Cardiac Surgeon

Liza Thalheimer, MD - Student, Surgeon

Dr Sabih Effendi, MD - Neurological Surgeon

Paul Cunningham, MD - Internal Medicine Physician, Venous and Lymphatic Medicine Physician

Ali Masud, MD - Internal Medicine Physician

Leyla Mehdinasab, - Internal Medicine Physician

Dr Magda Ghobashy, MD - Diagnostic Radiologist

Ann Manuel, NP - Internal Medicine Physician, Nurse Practitioner

Michael Koeckert, MD - Thoracic and Cardiac Surgeon

Procedures & Services

Procedures & Treatments Offered

Commonly Prescribed Medications

Accepted Insurance

Accepted Insurance