Cardiology
Nitish Badhwar, MD
Clinical Professor, Medicine - Cardiovascular Medicine
Nitish Badhwar, MD, is a Clinical Professor of Medicine in the Division of Cardiovascular Medicine at Stanford University School of Medicine, where he serves as Director of the Cardiac Electrophysiology Training Program. With over 30 years of experience, he specializes in clinical cardiac electrophysiology, focusing on complex catheter ablation procedures for heart rhythm disorders. His expertise includes mapping and ablation of ventricular tachycardia (VT), atrial fibrillation (AF), supraventri
30+
Years in Practice
Credentials
Board Certifications
- Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology (American Board of Internal Medicine) (2003)
- Cardiovascular Disease (American Board of Internal Medicine) (2023)
Education & Training
- Maulana Azad Medical College (1993), India
- New York Hospital Queens Residency (1996), NY
- LSU Health Sciences Center - Shreveport Fellowship (2001), LA
- UCSF Department of Cardiology Fellowship (2003), CA
Peer Recognition
2021
2024
- Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
2017-2026 (10 years)
- San Francisco Magazine — Best Doctor in Cardiac Electrophysiology
2015-2025 (11 years)
Recognition & Leadership
Awards & Honors
- Excellence in Teaching Award by UCSF Academy of Medical Educators (2015)
- ACC Distinguished Teacher Award (2024)
- Heart Rhythm Society Distinguished Teacher Award (2026)
Clinical Focus
Subspecialties
Conditions & Treatments
Practice Details
Hospital Affiliations
- Stanford Health Care
- Alta Bates Summit Medical Center
- AHMC Seton Medical Center
- Pelvic Health Center, Stanford University School of Medicine
Languages
English, Hindi, Punjabi
Experience
30+ years in practice