
M. Akram Khan
Cardiologist | Interventional Cardiology
4201 Medical Center Drive Suite 380 McKinney Texas, 75069About
M. Akram Khan, MD, is the Founder and President of the Cardiac Center of Texas; he is board certified in cardiovascular medicine and interventional cardiology and has been practicing in Texas since 1997. As an interventional cardiologist, Dr. Khan uses the most innovative techniques and equipment. In 2003, he was the first cardiologist in Collin County to deploy a drug-eluting stent. Dr. Khan is author and co-author of many publications, presentations and abstracts, and has completed countless experimental and clinical studies. He established the North Dallas Research Associates, where he currently serves as the Director.
Education and Training
Dow Medical College
Board Certification
Internal Medicine
Cardiovascular Disease
Interventional Cardiology
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Awards
- First in Undergraduate School, Gold Medallist
- Federal Government Merit Scholarship
- Pakistan Government Scholarship for Studying Medicine Abroad
Internships
- Wayne State University Medical Center
Fellowships
- Baylor University Medical Center
Professional Society Memberships
- Medical Group Management Association, Association of Clinical Research Professionals, International Society of Endovascular Specialists, American College of Cardiology, American Heart Association, American College of Physicians, Texas Medical Association, Society for Women's Health Research
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