Zahi Rafeq, MD, FACC
My Biography
Dr. Rafeq graduated with an M.D. from Damascus University, Syria. He completed his internship and residency at the University of Massachusetts Medical School. After spending one year at Boston University where he trained in heart failure management, he returned to the University of Massachusetts for cardiology training, where he remained to complete his interventional cardiology fellowship.
My Locations
Patient Submitted Review
Apr-2025
Dr Rafeq doesnt let you leave until ALL your thoughts, fears, questions are addressed. He looks in your eyes when he speaks and is very thorough. Definitely choose him.
rater8 Verified Patient
Feb-2025
Dr. Rafeq takes the time to explain the what and why of your treatment plan. He’s reassuring in new situations, calm and courteous at all times. I have complete faith in his judgment.Patient Submitted Review
Feb-2025
Very polite and very personable listen to what you had to say and really helped me out a lot so happy I had him today for my appointment. Looking forward to seeing him again.
Patient Submitted Review
Jan-2025
He has a really pleasant bedside manner. He actively listens and values my thoughts and opinions on my health. I never feel rushed or like I'm a bother. He is thorough with his work ups and gives great recommendations on my health plan. A no judgement approach. Humble and smart.rater8 Verified Patient
Jan-2025
I cannot say enough great things about Dr. Rafeq. He's one in a million of cardiologists! He has kept me heart healthy for many years and continues to do so!
Patient Submitted Review
Dec-2024
My first visit with Dr Rafeq was honestly the best. From check in, to my intake and EKG, to the visit itself I was treated as a close personal friend-family by the staff and felt comfortable the entire time, as nervous as I was. You don’t find people like that often anymore. Dr Rafeq explained everything in detail and not only listened to my concerns but reassured me during the entirety of the visit. I would recommend the Heart House, especially Dr Rafeq, to any and everyone.Patient Submitted Review
Oct-2024
Best Cardiologist in my opinion! Takes so much time explaining everything in a way you can understand everything and answers all questions. Very attentive.Patient Submitted Review
Aug-2024
The best cardiologist ever, he is very kind, understand and knows exactly what needs to happen, he is all about the care and concerns of his patients, thank you Dr RafeqPatient Submitted Review
Jun-2024
Dr. Rafeq is an active listener who understands a patient's issues and concerns and makes suggestions accordingly. I have been a patient of his for ten years. He has, a long time ago, earned my trust.rater8 Verified Patient
May-2024
Dr. Rafeq, is a Awesome doctor. I love how he explains the detail of your visit and show the care of his patients. Very professional as well as his staff. I truly want to thank him as being my doctor. HE'SPatient Submitted Review
Apr-2024
Dr. Rafeq was very knowledgeable cardiologist and explained things in ways I understood, listened to my concerns and answered my questions. He made me feel comfortable from the very first minute of meeting him through the entire visit. I highly recommend Dr. Rafeq.Patient Submitted Review
Mar-2024
Heart House Dr. Rafeq is always professional and makes sure you understand what he's saying. Would recommend him and Heart House for any heart related issues.rater8 Verified Patient
Feb-2024
He was very good especially with things to do for good heart heath. My BP which have a history of more so my 2 Siblings He went over my history and liked the staff and easy to get to. I would highly recommend Dr. Rafeq.rater8 Verified Patient
Feb-2024
1st time meeting Dr Rafeq, made me feel very comfortable, explained what and why he was ordering tests and meds. 100% satisfied with Dr Rafeq, would recommend him to family and friendsrater8 Verified Patient
Jan-2024
Dr rafeq was absolutely wonderful so kind and so informative. I actually wrote a thank you note to him this morning saying that along with my thoracic surgeon and my pulmonologist he has now completed making up my dream team!Patient Submitted Review
Jan-2024
Dr Rafeq was very kind, explained everything for a layman to understand. 1st time meeting him and would recommend Dr Rafeq to ALL family and friends.rater8 Verified Patient
Dec-2023
Dr Rafeq is very thorough, compassionate and always remembers patient history and things said at previous visit. He also takes into consideration pts total health history so not to jeopardize anther health issue with his treatments. Have complete trust in this doctorPatient Submitted Review
May-2023
Dr Rafeq is one of the best doctors I've ever had he takes his time and explains everything to you he has to be one of the best heart doctors at the Hard House Yours Truly Jaime gravesRead more
Education & Board Certifications
Medical School
- Damascus University, Syria
Fellowship
- University of Massachusetts
Internship / Residency
- University of Massachusetts Medical School
Board Certifications
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double board certified in Cardiology and Interventional Cardiology
Patient Submitted Review
Apr-2025
Dr. Refeq took his time, answered questions, explained things in a way that was easy to understand. He made me feel well taken care of and special. I definitely recommend him.