Dr. Rigved Tadwalkar, MD, FACC
Board-Certified Cardiologist,
Educator & Media Voice
Dr. Rigved Tadwalkar is a Consultative Cardiologist and Partner at the Pacific Heart Institute, where he holds multiple Directorship roles including Cardiac Rehabilitation, Pericardial Disease, Digital Transformation, and Media & Engagement, while also leading other strategic initiatives. A Fellow of the American College of Cardiology and the American College of Physicians, he is Board-Certified in Cardiovascular Disease, Echocardiography, Cardiovascular CT, Nuclear Cardiology, and Internal Medicine. He provides a full spectrum of non-invasive and invasive diagnostics and as well as conventional and novel therapies, and additionally offers concierge care through an Enhanced Access program. As a Clinical Investigator, he contributes to several major research trials. His interests span the cardiovascular spectrum, with emphasis on multimodality imaging, interventional echocardiography, diagnostic catheterization, and cardiometabolic health. He is also actively engaged in practice management, medical education, speaking, social media, and marketing.
Dr. Tadwalkar is a respected voice in the field, featured by leading outlets such as ABC, U.S. News & World Report, L.A. Times, Netflix, Inside Edition, WebMD, and Healthgrades. He serves on the Forbes Health Advisory Board and the Medical Review Board of Prevention Magazine. He has been named to the Super Doctors “Rising Stars” list, recognized annually as a Top Doctor by Los Angeles Magazine, and included in Castle Connolly’s Top Doctors. A trusted consultant and speaker for industry, he plays a key role in shaping the future of healthcare.
Outside of cardiology, Dr. Tadwalkar enjoys spending time with his wife and two young children, staying active, following music and culture, and staying connected with family, friends, and community. A Southern California native, he loves exploring the restaurants, venues, and events that have always made the region home.
