Emory Heart & Vascular Center at Midtown

"If you care about your health and well-being, steer clear of Dr. Mikhael El Chami, MD. Let me share my unsettling experience, a tale of misdiagnosis, wounded egos, and a year-long struggle with a debilitating arrhythmia that could have been life-threatening. With an implanted loop recorder demanding constant monitoring, I entrusted my care to Dr. El Chami. However, a second opinion at the esteemed Cleveland Clinic shattered the foundations of his initial diagnosis, revealing a stark contradiction in his approach. Instead of handling the situation like a professional, Dr. El Chami let his wounded pride dictate his actions, leading to a vindictive blackballing from Emory Cardiology. The repercussions were dire. I lost access to the crucial monitoring of my device, designed to detect potential deadly arrhythmias. Shockingly, this lapse in care only came to light when attempting to switch to another Emory electrophysiologist. My hope for collaborative treatment with the Cleveland Clinic was crushed as Dr. El Chami's childish retaliation had me blackballed. Emory scheduling confirmed the drop and a written complaint from Dr. El Chami, making it impossible for me to see any cardiologist at Emory. My life was put at risk, not due to medical complexities, but because of a bruised ego. If you value your health and life, I implore you to avoid Dr. Mikhael El Chami. My firsthand account serves as a stark reminder of the dangers when a doctor's ego takes precedence over proper patient care."

"Dr. Mahmoud Abdou and his staff were straight to the point, very welcoming and heart warming. This was my very first visit to the Heart Failure clinic there and felt like I was part of their family."