Sam Setareh, MD, MS, FACC
Cardiology, Internal Medicine
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About Sam Setareh, MD, MS, FACC
As a double-board certified physician in internal medicine and cardiology, my mission is to help empower you to take better control of your health. Through more personalized care and preventive medicine, we can create an individual health plan to help improve your health. I am committed to building a trusted relationship with you, one founded on compassion, open communication and mutual respect.
I strive to create a welcoming and comfortable environment where you feel heard, understood and supported. I do my best to stay abreast of medical advancements and continuously expand my knowledge so I can help you receive the attention you deserve. I believe in proactive and preventive approaches, offering comprehensive screenings, including specialized testing to help identify heart disease risk markers, along with treatments and solutions tailored to your unique needs.
In my MDVIP-affiliated practice, I aim to exceed your expectations in your healthcare experience, from prompt and convenient scheduling to attentive and unrushed appointments. Your well-being is my priority, and I work collaboratively with specialists when needed.
I am an attending physician at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, recognized by U.S. News & World Report in 2022-2023 as the No. 1 hospital in California and No. 2 hospital in the nation. In my office, I see patients from the greater Los Angeles area, Beverly Hills, Santa Monica, San Fernando Valley, Burbank and Pasadena. Together, we can embark on a path toward improved health and well-being. I would be honored to be your healthcare partner, guiding and supporting you.
New York, NY
Cardiovascular Disease 2018-2021
Outstanding Cardiovascular Fellow
New York, NY
Internal Medicine 2016-2018
New York, NY
2015-2016
New York, NY
Doctorate of Medicine 2015
Los Angeles, CA
Master of Science, Global Medicine 2010
Los Angeles, CA
Bachelor of Arts, History 2008
Cum Laude
Diplomate, American Board of Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease
Diplomate, Board of Nuclear Cardiology
Diplomate, National Board of Echocardiography
Southern California Hospitals
California Rehabilitation Institute
Staff Cardiologist, Smidt Heart Institute, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center 2021-present
Consultant Cardiologist, Southern California Hospitals 2021-present
Director of Cardiovascular Performance and Prevention, Beverly Hills Cardiovascular 2022-present
Senior Researcher, National Heart Institute 2022-present
Director of Cardiovascular Services, United Health Care Group, Optum Health 2021-2023
Dean's Honorable Mention for Outstanding Student Pediatrics Clerkship 2014
Dean's Honorable Mention for Basic & Clinical Science Research 2013
Nir Flint, MD, Felix Thomas, MD, Saman Setareh-Shenas, MD, Robert J. Siegel, MD. "The Reply." The American Journal of Medicine, Volume 132, Issue 6, e597. DOI: 10.1016/j.amjmed.2019.01.036
Saman Setareh-Shenas, MD, Felix Thomas, MD, Robert M Cole, MD, Alejandro Lemor, MD, Eyal Herzog, MD, Francisco Arabia, MD, Jaime Moriguchi, MD. "Evaluation of 30 Day Readmissions after Index Ventricular Assist Device Implantation in the United States." ASAIO J. 2018 Oct 3. DOI: 10 .1097 /MAT. 0000000000000889.
Felix Thomas, MD, Nir Flint, MD, Saman Setareh-Shenas, MD, Florian Rader, MD, Sergio L. Kobal, MD, Robert J. Siegel, MD. "Accuracy and Efficacy of Hand-Held Echocardiography in Diagnosing Valve Disease - a Systematic Review." Am J Med. 2018 May 29. pii: S0002-9343(18)30493-5. DOI: 10.1016/j.amjmed.2018.04.043. PMID: 29856962
Saman Setareh-Shenas, MD, Devin Kehl, MD, Florian Rader, MD, Daniel Luthringer, M.D. Robert J. Siegel, MD. "Atypical Annular Calcification of Mitral Annulus." European Heart Journal - Cardiovascular Imaging. 2017 Nov 1;18(11):1298. DOI: 10.1093/ehjci/jex180. PMID: 28977393
Fellow, American College of Cardiology
American College of Physicians
American Medical Association
American Heart Association
American Thoracic Society
American Society of Nuclear Cardiology
American Society for Preventative Cardiology
National Lipid Association
Saman Setareh-Shenas, MD. Nationwide Analysis of Outcomes in Patients with Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome Due to Sepsis and History of Atrial Fibrillation. American Thoracic Society International Conference 2018; May 2018; San Diego, California.
Benefits of joining Dr. Setareh's practice with MDVIP
The office of Sam Setareh, MD, MS, FACC
| Mon | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Tue | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Wed | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Thu | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Fri | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Sat | Closed |
| Sun | Closed |
Frequently Asked Questions
Doctors who operate in the MDVIP models typically see far fewer patients than traditional primary care doctors. That gives them more time to develop deeper doctor-patient relationships that can lead to better outcomes. They can also offer conveniences that most primary care doctors can’t, including same- and next-day appointments. They’re available after hours for urgent matters. And they have time to focus on prevention. That focus begins with the MDVIP Wellness Program, which patients pay for with their annual membership fee.
Most MDVIP-affiliated primary care practices accept insurance (your physician can tell you whether they accept your specific insurance plan). Your annual fee pays for preventive care medical services that insurance usually doesn’t cover (e.g., advanced diagnostic testing and screenings). Your MDVIP-affiliated physician will continue to bill your insurance and charge copays, co-insurances and deductibles as he or she currently does for other medical services like sick visits.
MDVIP makes wellness and prevention easier by providing your physician with innovative tools and technology. MDVIP supports your physician’s practice and seeks to eliminate barriers to a positive healthcare experience. Your doctor will determine whether and how to incorporate these tools at his/her discretion.
**The message above is a personal introduction from the physician, intended to help you get to know them better. The views, opinions, and statements expressed above are solely those of the physician and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of MDVIP. This content is intended for general background purposes only and does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Any mentions of expertise or quality of care are personal expressions and should not be interpreted as guarantees of performance or outcomes.