Dr. Monzur Morshed Named 2026 Castle Connolly Top Doctor for Fourth Year

Dr. Monzur Morshed, MD, FACC, has achieved the prestigious honor of being named a 2026 Castle Connolly Top Doctor for the fourth consecutive year, placing him among an elite group where only 7 percent of the nation's licensed physicians receive this annual designation for their specialties in their regions. This recognition, awarded by the physician-led Castle Connolly research team based on nominations from peer physicians, highlights Dr. Morshed's exceptional standing in the medical community. As a cardiologist with Avicenna Cardiology, a leading practice providing comprehensive cardiovascular care and advanced diagnostic services to the New York community, Dr. Morshed brings extensive expertise to his role, further supported by his clinical affiliations with New York University and Lenox Hill Hospital.

Dr. Morshed's primary medical focus encompasses the management of hypertension, coronary artery disease, heart failure, and arrhythmias, with a specialized interest in identifying and mitigating cardiovascular risk factors, particularly within specific ethnic populations. He employs a wide array of advanced diagnostic procedures and technologies to manage patient care, including echocardiography, stress testing, electrocardiography (EKG), cardiac rhythm monitoring, preventive cardiovascular screenings, peripheral vascular studies, Cath Lab affiliation, post-Cath and CABG follow-up, EP evaluation, and an obesity clinic. The practice at Avicenna Cardiology is structured to offer integrated cardiovascular support, ensuring streamlined patient evaluations and follow-up care within a cohesive framework.

Beyond his clinical achievements, Dr. Morshed is a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology (FACC) and an advocate for public health and community education, having received honors from the U.S. President, the U.S. Congress, and the New York State Senate for his service. His expertise has been featured in media outlets such as NBC, CBS, and Reuters, and he contributes medical insights on platforms like KevinMD, focusing on cardiovascular risks in South Asian populations. With a Doctor of Medicine degree earned in 2005, followed by a residency in internal medicine and a specialized fellowship in cardiovascular disease, Dr. Morshed's dedication to patient trust and advanced care is underscored by his recognition as a Castle Connolly Top Doctor, a designation that doctors cannot pay to receive, as detailed on castleconnolly.com.