South Asians (people from India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nepal, Bhutan, Maldives, and Sri Lanka) have a higher risk of heart and vascular disease than any other ethnic group. Our treatment and research center helps South Asians better understand their risk factors and develops targeted treatment plans for each patient.
During your initial appointment, you will meet with one of our SSATHI general cardiologists. Your cardiologist will then refer you to any specialists you may need after the evaluation.
Now is the right time to start paying attention to your heart health. You can lower your risk for heart attack and stroke by knowing the risk factors that affect your heart.
South Asians have a four times greater risk of heart disease than the general population. Learn more about the causes, risk factors, symptoms and treatment options for managing heart disease in South Asians.
Clinical trials are research studies that evaluate a new medical approach, device, drug, or other treatment. As a Stanford Health Care patient, you may have access to the latest, advanced clinical trials.
Open trials refer to studies currently accepting participants. Closed trials are not currently enrolling, but may open in the future.
During your initial appointment, you will meet with one of our SSATHI general cardiologists. Your cardiologist will then refer you to any specialists you may need after the evaluation.
We look at your current risk factors and any symptoms that may concern you. In addition to an evaluation of your heart health, SSATHI also offers:
Once the laboratory and genetic analysis is complete, a second clinic visit may be required to:
Should additional care be needed, you will be referred to one of our many specialists at Stanford Health Care. We will help coordinate access to clinical care for you and your family.
International Patients
Phone: +1 650-723-8561
Email: IMS@stanfordhealthcare.org
Stanford Health Care provides comprehensive services to refer and track patients, as well as the latest information and news for physicians and office staff. For help with all referral needs and questions, visit Referral Information.
You may also submit a web referral or complete a referral form and fax it to 650-320-9443 or email the Referral Center at ReferralCenter@stanfordhealthcare.org.
Patients benefit from receiving quality coordinated care offered by our multidisciplinary team. Through evidence-based practice and research, our team works together to promote the best healing environment at Stanford Health Care.
To refer a patient, call us at 650-723-5462. Fax a referral form with supporting documentation to 650-320-9443.
