Dr. Nish*t Choksi, MD

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Dr. Nish*t Choksi, MD

Interventional Cardiologist

12/30/2025

What a remarkable year it has been. I’m deeply grateful for the incredible team I work alongside at Henry Ford Rochester and for the many milestones we achieved together. From meaningful firsts in the cath lab to inspiring travels around the world, 2025 was a year of growth, innovation, and renewed focus on what matters most—exceptional patient care. I also made space for family, reflection, and personal well-being, which continues allowing me to show up fully for my patients and colleagues. Here are a few highlights from 2025:

• My team and I performed the first LimFlow procedure at Henry Ford Rochester, offering a groundbreaking option for patients with advanced PAD and CLTI.

• I traveled to London to collaborate with an extraordinary international group of experts in the development of a next-generation angioplasty device.

• I prioritized mental and spiritual well-being during a meaningful visit with my friend and spiritual guide, the brilliant Brahmavihari Swami, in Abu Dhabi .

• I began offering renal artery denervation procedures to help patients with difficult-to-control hypertension.

• We proudly inaugurated the Women’s Heart Center at Henry Ford Hospital Rochester—an important step forward in delivering personalized, comprehensive care for female heart patients.

• My team and I completed our 100th Watchman procedure, a significant milestone in stroke prevention care.

• We became the first center in Michigan to utilize the Shockwave Javelin Lithotripsy device, successfully treating a severely calcified, 100% occluded left iliac artery.

• We performed the first Esprit BTK case at Henry Ford Hospital Rochester, using an innovative bioabsorbable stent to treat a patient with a non-healing ulcer.  • I was deeply honored to receive the Top Docs award from Hour Magazine Detroit, a recognition bestowed by my esteemed colleagues.

• I treated my first patients with Genicular Artery Embolization, achieving excellent outcomes and expanding minimally invasive options for patients with osteoarthritis

Thank you to my colleagues, patients, mentors, and family for being part of this journey. I look forward to what lies ahead.

11/12/2025

Hypertension that does not respond to medication can be frustrating for both patients and physicians. Renal denervation offers a new approach. ⁠
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This minimally invasive procedure targets the renal nerves that surround the arteries leading to the kidneys. These nerves send signals to the brain that can cause the body to hold onto sodium and water or keep blood vessels constricted. ⁠
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By carefully disabling these nerves, we can break that cycle and help lower blood pressure at its source. It is safe, fast, and backed by strong data, and I believe it is going to become a critical tool in long-term blood pressure management.

10/30/2025

When patients are told they have a valve issue, it is usually one of two types: stenosis or regurgitation. Both affect how blood flows through the heart, but they work in opposite ways.⁠ In some cases, patients can actually have stenosis and regurgitation of the same valve.⁠
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In stenosis, the valve becomes stiff or narrowed. This makes it harder for blood to pass through, so the heart has to work harder just to push blood forward. Over time, this increased pressure can weaken the heart muscle.⁠
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In regurgitation, the valve does not close all the way. This causes blood to leak backward into the previous chamber. The heart ends up pumping more than it should to keep circulation moving, which can also lead to fatigue and heart strain.⁠
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The symptoms may overlap, but the treatment plan is different. That is why understanding which issue you have matters. Early detection and regular monitoring can make a significant difference.

10/27/2025

We have made tremendous progress in treating cardiovascular disease, but the incidence of heart attacks and strokes remains high. A key reason is the environment around us. ⁠
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In cities with high population density and traffic congestion, airborne pollutants trigger systemic inflammation and increase oxidative stress.⁠
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These are direct contributors to coronary artery disease. A person walking for an hour in New Delhi may inhale the equivalent of several cigarettes’ worth of particulate matter. ⁠
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This exposure cannot be overlooked. Managing cardiovascular health now requires us to consider environmental risk factors with the same seriousness as hypertension or diabetes.

10/24/2025

Before we talk about pills, procedures, or scans, we have to talk about the basics: nutrition, movement, sleep, and stress. These are not optional. ⁠
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They are the core of any treatment plan. A heart that is constantly under strain from poor diet, smoking, or inactivity will likely face setbacks in healing even with advanced medical technology.
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Every guideline for heart disease, hypertension, and diabetes begins with lifestyle for a reason. It’s the one intervention thats in your control and can treat the root of disease.

10/19/2025

Just wrapped up an incredible 48 hours in London!
There’s nothing more inspiring than collaborating with some of the world’s brightest minds to push the boundaries of what’s possible in cardiovascular care. I’m truly honored to be part of this innovative and diverse team developing a groundbreaking device for performing angioplasties. I learned so much from these bright engineers, entrepreneurs, and physicians and enjoyed sharing ideas with them. Can’t wait for the next chapter!

10/17/2025

Wishing you a joyful and heart-healthy festive season! Remember that balance, mindfulness, and movement all go a long way in keeping your heart happy throughout the celebrations. 🪔

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