Mariam Riad, MD

Meet Mariam Riad, MD

Interventional Cardiologist Bringing Advanced Heart and Vascular Care to Alexandria, Louisiana

Dr. Mariam Riad is an interventional cardiologist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of complex cardiovascular disease. After completing medical training and research across the United States and internationally, she pursued advanced training in cardiovascular disease at the University of South Alabama and completed an Interventional Cardiology Fellowship at the University of Mississippi Medical Center. Throughout her career, Dr. Riad has combined academic excellence, clinical leadership, and innovative cardiovascular care with a commitment to improving patient outcomes. She brings expertise in advanced catheter-based heart procedures, cardiovascular imaging, and evidence-based heart care designed to help patients live healthier, longer lives.

Career at a Glance

• Completed Interventional Cardiology Fellowship at the University of Mississippi Medical Center.
• Served as Chief Fellow during her Cardiovascular Disease Fellowship at the University of South Alabama.
• Selected nationally as an American College of Cardiology (ACC) FIT Editorial Fellow.
• Fellow of the American College of Cardiology (FACC) and Registered Physician in Vascular Interpretation (RPVI).
• Published multiple peer-reviewed articles and presentations focused on interventional cardiology, cardiovascular imaging, pulmonary hypertension, arrhythmias and health disparities.

Clinical Role and Leadership

As an interventional cardiologist, Dr. Riad specializes in diagnosing and treating cardiovascular disease using minimally invasive, catheter-based techniques. Her advanced fellowship training allows her to evaluate complex heart conditions and develop individualized treatment plans using the latest evidence-based approaches. Throughout her training, she held leadership roles as both Chief Resident and Chief Fellow, demonstrating a commitment to mentorship, education, and clinical excellence. She joins the Alexandria region with a focus on expanding access to advanced cardiovascular care.

She provides specialized care for conditions such as:

• Coronary artery disease
• Heart attack and acute coronary syndromes
• Peripheral vascular disease
• Pulmonary hypertension
• Heart failure
• Cardiac arrhythmias
• Hypertension and cardiovascular risk factors

What You Can Expect from Care with Mariam Riad, MD

Dr. Riad believes that exceptional cardiovascular care begins with listening. She takes time to help patients understand their diagnosis, treatment options, and long-term heart health goals. Her approach combines advanced medical expertise with clear communication, empowering patients to make informed decisions about their care. Whether treating a newly diagnosed heart condition or helping someone manage a complex cardiovascular disease, she focuses on delivering personalized care centered on each individual's needs and priorities.

You can expect:

• Thorough evaluations and clear explanations of your condition
• Collaborative, shared decision-making about treatment options
• Evidence-based recommendations tailored to your health goals
• A focus on prevention and long-term cardiovascular wellness
• Compassionate care delivered with respect and transparency

Her commitment to patient education and collaborative learning is reflected in her clinical leadership, educational initiatives and national medical education involvement.

Advanced Cardiovascular Innovation and Diagnostic Care

Dr. Riad is trained in advanced cardiovascular diagnostics and minimally invasive interventional procedures used to diagnose and treat heart disease. Her fellowship experience included cardiac catheterization, coronary angiography, cardiovascular imaging, echocardiography, nuclear cardiology, and complex cardiovascular assessment. She has also completed specialized training in echocardiography and nuclear cardiology and maintains advanced cardiovascular certifications that enhance her ability to evaluate and manage complex cardiac conditions.

Her scholarly work includes innovative interventional approaches for high-risk cardiovascular patients, including publication of a successful minimally invasive intracardiac mass extraction procedure performed in a patient who was not a candidate for traditional surgery.

Research, Clinical Insight and Thought Leadership

Dr. Riad has developed a strong academic portfolio spanning interventional cardiology, cardiovascular imaging, pulmonary hypertension, obesity-related heart disease, arrhythmias, and healthcare disparities. Her research has been published in peer-reviewed journals and presented at national scientific meetings.

Her scholarly contributions include publications on:

• Interventional treatment of complex intracardiac masses
• Pulmonary arterial hypertension diagnosis and management
• Rare congenital coronary artery abnormalities
• Cardiometabolic disease and obesity-related heart failure
• Cardiac arrhythmias and medication-related cardiovascular complications
• Healthcare disparities and patient outcomes research

In addition to scientific publications, she has contributed educational content through the American College of Cardiology and CardioNerds, helping train the next generation of cardiovascular specialists.

Commitment to Public Health and Health Equity

Throughout her career, Dr. Riad has demonstrated a commitment to advancing equitable healthcare and improving patient outcomes through research, advocacy, and education. Earlier in her academic career, she contributed to research examining healthcare disparities affecting underserved populations, including barriers to specialty care and differences in treatment access. She has also participated in cardiovascular advocacy initiatives through the American College of Cardiology and mentored physicians through national educational programs.

Her dedication to improving cardiovascular health extends beyond individual patient encounters and includes supporting medical education, health awareness and efforts to improve access to high-quality cardiovascular care.