Rigved Tadwalkar, MD

Rigved Tadwalkar, MD I provide a range of non-invasive & invasive diagnostics as well as conventional & novel therapies. News & World Report, L.A. Dr. Tadwalkar received his M.D.

Dr. Rigved Tadwalkar is a Consultative Cardiologist and Partner at the Pacific Heart Institute, holding multiple Directorship roles and providing leadership in strategic initiatives. He is a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology and the American College of Physicians, and is Board-Certified in Cardiovascular Disease, Echocardiography, Cardiovascular CT, Nuclear Cardiology, and Internal Medicine. Dr. Tadwalkar provides a full range of non-invasive and invasive diagnostics as well as conventional and novel therapies. He additionally offers concierge services through an Enhanced Access program, delivering exceptional personalized care. Dr. Tadwalkar also serves as a Clinical Investigator, actively contributing to several major research trials. His professional interests encompass the entire cardiovascular spectrum and include multimodality imaging, interventional echocardiography, diagnostic catheterization, and prevention. Dr. Tadwalkar is also actively engaged in practice management, medical education, speaking, social media, and marketing. Dr. Tadwalkar is an emerging voice in the field, contributing to and featured by a variety of leading media outlets including ABC, U.S. Times, Inside Edition, WebMD, and Healthline. He serves on the Forbes Health Advisory Board and the Medical Review Board of Prevention Magazine. Dr. Tadwalkar has been elected to the Super Doctors “Rising Stars” list and selected as a Top Doctor by Los Angeles Magazine annually. Recognized as a trusted consultant and speaker for industry, he plays an integral role in shaping the future of healthcare. from The George Washington University in Washington, D.C., M.S. in Physiology & Biophysics from Georgetown University, and his B.A. from the University of Southern California in Biological Sciences & Sociology. He finished his Internship and Residency in Internal Medicine at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center & the West Los Angeles VA. He thereafter accepted a faculty teaching position at UCLA as a Clinical Instructor at the David Geffen School of Medicine. Dr. Tadwalkar’s enthusiasm for Cardiovascular Medicine throughout his career led him to fellowship at Harbor-UCLA. His accomplishment in this role was highlighted with several awards, including the Excellence in Cardiology Fellowship Award from the Cardiovascular Research Foundation of Southern California. During his final year of training, Dr. Tadwalkar served as Chief Cardiology Fellow, where he managed day-to-day operations for fellows in his program.

Burnout is real ❤️‍🔥 So is resilience ❤️‍🩹I was honored to be featured by Healthgrades in an article exploring how physi...
12/18/2025

Burnout is real ❤️‍🔥 So is resilience ❤️‍🩹

I was honored to be featured by Healthgrades in an article exploring how physicians think about longevity in medicine. The piece brings together perspectives across the profession on what helps sustain us over time.

In my contribution, I reflected on something that became clear to me only after stepping away from it for too long:

“Returning to regular exercise has been one of the most powerful ways I’ve rebuilt resilience. It clears my head, restores energy, and helps me manage stress. I feel the benefits most clearly in the middle of a long, exhausting call shift.”

Sharing this here in case it resonates with others navigating demanding, high-responsibility work.

https://resources.healthgrades.com/pro/how-healthcare-professionals-can-build-resilience

Doctors share the most effective ways they’ve learned to manage stress and build resilience to protect their well-being and sustain a career in medicine.

It’s encouraging to see lifestyle factors having that much of an influence,” Rigved Tadwalkar, MD told Medical News Toda...
12/10/2025

It’s encouraging to see lifestyle factors having that much of an influence,” Rigved Tadwalkar, MD told Medical News Today. “I find it empowering to remind patients that their daily habits actually do matter. Complicated interventions or expensive treatments are not needed, it’s about the basics like eating well, moving regularly, sleeping enough, and keeping the major risk factors in check. Those simple habits ripple outward to protect not just the heart, but also the brain.”

For people who may want to start better applying the AHA’s “Life’s Essential 8” to their lifestyle choices, Tadwalkar advised not to aim for perfection across all eight areas at once.

Read more about preventing cognitive impairment and dementia in diabetes here:

https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/ahas-lifes-essential-8-may-reduce-dementia-risk-in-type-2-diabetes

People with type 2 diabetes who achieve optimal heart health by following the American Heart Association's 'Life's Essential 8' guidelines may have a lower risk of dementia.

12/02/2025

Your heart changes as you age, but its importance never does.

Every decade brings new needs, new habits, and new ways to stay strong.

This is your reminder to invest in your heart at every stage of life.

Remember, heart health isn’t one-size-fits-all. Check in with your doctor if something doesn’t feel right.

11/24/2025

Stress testing helps us understand how your heart performs when it’s working harder than usual.

There are many safe and effective ways to do this including treadmill or bike exercise, medication-based tests, and advanced imaging techniques.

Each approach gives us valuable insight into your heart’s function so we can provide the best care for your cardiovascular health.

We celebrated 1 year since launching our Cardiac Rehabilitation program— and the growth has been tremendous! Reaching mi...
11/19/2025

We celebrated 1 year since launching our Cardiac Rehabilitation program— and the growth has been tremendous! Reaching milestones that many new programs take much longer to achieve has been a testament to this phenomenal team, our partners, and a shared commitment to patient-centered care. Proud of what we’ve built together, and excited for the impact we’ll continue to make in year 2.

Highlights from an inspiring   — advancing cardiovascular care through collaboration, innovation, and advocacy. Full ref...
11/10/2025

Highlights from an inspiring — advancing cardiovascular care through collaboration, innovation, and advocacy. Full reflections below 👇

11/04/2025

Most people have never heard of cardiac amyloidosis, but it’s more common than you think.

A misfolded protein that stiffens the heart, affects the nerves, and hides behind “normal” heart failure symptoms.

If you’ve been told you have heart failure with preserved ejection fraction or unexplained neuropathy, it’s worth asking about this.

More awareness = earlier diagnosis 🫀

10/28/2025

Aldosterone and cortisol are two powerful drivers of cardiometabolic disease. For years, we’ve relied on the same tools, but now the treatment landscape is expanding:

⚡ Nonsteroidal MRAs (finerenone): proven in CKD + DM II (FIDELIO/FIGARO), now showing benefit in HFpEF (FINEARTS).

🎯 Aldosterone synthase inhibitors (baxdrostat, lorundrostat): emerging in resistant hypertension with strong BP-lowering results.

🛡️ Glucocorticoid receptor antagonists (mifepristone, relacorilant): designed for hypercortisol states (Cushing’s, autonomous cortisol secretion), where cardiometabolic overlap is increasingly recognized.

This is the “new era” of endocrine cardiology— with therapies targeting the root hormonal drivers of hypertension, kidney disease, and heart failure.

10/27/2025

Your mouth is the gateway to your heart! Poor oral health, like gum disease, can increase inflammation and bacteria in your bloodstream, raising your risk for heart disease.

Brush, floss, and see your dentist regularly. A healthy smile helps keep your heart strong too! 🦷❤️

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