Our Physicians
Dr. Mohamed Elrifai, MD
Interventional and Structural Cardiologist
Dr. Mohamed Elrifai is an Interventional and Structural Cardiologist with advanced fellowship training in Interventional Cardiovascular Medicine at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas. He completed his Cardiovascular Medicine fellowship at the University of Colorado and his Internal Medicine residency at Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio, where he also served as Chief Resident.
Before pursuing his cardiology training, Dr. Elrifai spent five years at the Cleveland Clinic, where he gained extensive experience managing complex cardiovascular conditions.
Dr. Elrifai specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of coronary artery disease, performing high-risk percutaneous coronary interventions (PCI). He also manages patients with peripheral artery disease and structural heart disease, offering advanced minimally invasive procedures such as transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) and patent foramen ovale (PFO) closure.
He is board certified in Cardiovascular Medicine, Internal Medicine, Echocardiography, Nuclear Cardiology, and Cardiovascular Computed Tomography.
Dr. Elrifai is committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based care and strives to empower patients to take an active role in their cardiovascular health.
Outside of medicine, Dr. Elrifai enjoys spending time with his wife and four children, traveling, exploring the outdoors, and staying active.
Clinical Specialties
Dr. Elrifai provides expert care for conditions affecting the heart and blood vessels, including:
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Coronary artery disease and high-risk PCI
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Structural heart disease (TAVR, PFO closure)
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Peripheral artery disease (PAD) management
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Advanced cardiac imaging (Echo, Nuclear, CT)
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Minimally invasive cardiac procedures
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Preventive and evidence-based cardiology
Clinical Specialties – Interventional and Structural Cardiology
In his subspecialty, Dr. Elrifai performs catheter-based procedures to restore blood flow and prevent cardiac events, including:
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Complex coronary interventions and high-risk PCI
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Structural heart procedures including TAVR and PFO closure
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Treatment of peripheral artery disease (PAD)
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Advanced cardiac imaging – Echocardiography, Nuclear Cardiology, and Cardiac CT
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Minimally invasive catheter-based procedures
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Comprehensive management of coronary and structural heart conditions
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Patient-focused, evidence-based care for long-term cardiovascular health
Education & Training
- Interventional Cardiovascular Medicine Fellowship – Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX
- Cardiovascular Medicine Fellowship – University of Colorado, CO
- Internal Medicine Residency – Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, OH
- Served as Chief Resident
- Doctor of Medicine (MD) – Tanta Faculty of Medicine, Egypt.
Accepted Insurance Plans
Dr. Elrifai accepts Blue Cross and other major insurance providers.
For a full list of accepted plans, please visit Insurance Information or contact our office directly.
Patient Care Philosophy
Every patient’s heart is unique. My goal is to combine advanced medical science with compassion and clear communication—helping each person understand their condition and the best path to a healthier, stronger heart.
Schedule an Appointment
Hours of Operation
If you’re experiencing chest pain, shortness of breath, or need a preventive cardiac evaluation, schedule a consultation with Dr. Elrifai today.
📞 Call (281) 955-9158 or Request an Appointment Online.