Cardiology
Maria Karas, M.D.
Director of Cardiovascular Operations; Medical Director, Cardiac Intensive Care Unit, NewYork-Presbyterian / Weill Cornell
Maria Karas, MD was raised in Wilmington, DE and received her undergraduate education at the University of Pennsylvania. She received her medical degree from Weill Medical College of Cornell University in 2006. Thereafter, she stayed in New York and completed training in Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease, and Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Medical Center. During her residency and fellowship, Dr. Karas performed clinical research in
20+
Years in Practice
Credentials
Education & Training
- Medical School: Weill Medical College of Cornell University (MD, 2006)
- Residency: NewYork-Presbyterian / Weill Cornell (Internal Medicine)
- Fellowship: NewYork-Presbyterian / Weill Cornell (Cardiovascular Disease, Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology)
Peer Recognition
- Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
2024-2026 (3 years)
- Healthgrades — Healthgrades Choice
- Healthgrades — Healthgrades Honor Roll
Recognition & Leadership
Awards & Honors
- American College of Cardiology Foundation / Merck Research Fellowship (2012)
Leadership Roles
- Medical Director, Cardiac Intensive Care Unit, NewYork-Presbyterian / Weill Cornell
- Director of Cardiovascular Operations, NewYork-Presbyterian / Weill Cornell
Clinical Focus
Subspecialties
Conditions & Treatments
Practice Details
Hospital Affiliations
- New York-presbyterian Hospital
Experience
20+ years in practice