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  3. Subhi J. Al'Aref, M.D.

Subhi J. Al'Aref, M.D. Interventional Cardiologist

Primary Appointment Location

Cardiology Clinic at the UAMS Medical Center
(Part of the Heart Center)
4110 Outpatient Circle
Outpatient Center
Little Rock, AR 72205

Appointment Phone Number
501-686-8000
New and Returning Patients
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Overview

Areas of Expertise
Adult Heart Care
Interventional Cardiology
Accepting New Patients
Yes
Patient Type
Adults
Language
English
4.8 out of 5
132 Patient Satisfaction Ratings
36 comments
Subhi J. Al'Aref, M.D.

Contents

  • Make an Appointment
  • About
  • Academic Background
  • Research
  • Conditions
  • Treatments & Procedures
  • Areas of Expertise
  • Locations
  • Ratings & Reviews

Make an Appointment With Dr. Al'Aref

New patients can make an appointment by contacting the clinic directly.

Existing patients also have the option of requesting an appointment online through UAMS Health MyChart.

About Dr. Al'Aref

Clinical Biography

Dr. Al’Aref’s focus includes clinical, educational and research goals. His interests include combining interventional and imaging cardiology, both for clinical and research purposes. He is dedicated to translational research, which takes scientific findings from the lab and “translates” them to have real-world patient impacts. Dr. Al’Aref also researches artificial intelligence and how it could be used within clinical practice. Dr. Al’Aref has published numerous papers and chapters in textbooks. He has also edited two textbooks, the first on 3D Printing for Cardiovascular Applications and the second on Machine Learning in Cardiovascular Medicine. He is also the principal investigator on an NIH-funded multi-center study on the application of machine learning for cardiac resynchronization therapy (CRT).

Clinical Focus

He has a focus in the area of 3D cardiac imaging and supports the expansion of the CT and MRI services at UAMS Health.

Dr. Al'Aref's Academic Background

Faculty Appointments

Department of Internal Medicine — Division of Cardiovascular Medicine
Assistant Professor

Education and Training

Fellowship
University of Virginia
Cardiac Imaging, Visiting Fellow
Fellowship
New York Presbyterian Hospital/Cornell Medical College
Interventional Cardiology
Fellowship
New York Presbyterian Hospital/Cornell Medical College
Cardiovascular Medicine
Residency
New York Presbyterian Hospital/Cornell Medical College
Internal Medicine
Medical School
Weill Cornell Medicine - Qatar
Internal Medicine, Honors in Research

Professional Certifications

  • American Board of Internal Medicine — Internal Medicine
  • American Board of Internal Medicine — Cardiovascular Disease
  • American Board of Internal Medicine — Interventional Cardiology
  • National Board of Echocardiography — Adult Comprehensive Echocardiography
  • Certification Board of Cardiovascular Computed Tomography
  • Certification Board of Nuclear Cardiology

Associations

  • American College of Cardiology
  • Society of Cardiovascular Computed Tomography

Dr. Al'Aref's Research

He is dedicated to translational research, which takes scientific findings from the lab and “translates” them to have real-world patient impacts. Al’Aref also researches artificial intelligence and how it could be used within cardiology and radiology.

Latest Publications

Publications listed below are automatically derived from MEDLINE/PubMed and other sources, which might result in incorrect or missing publications.

    Conditions Diagnosed or Treated by Dr. Al'Aref

    UAMS Health providers care for a broad range of conditions, some of which may not be listed below.

    • Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
    • Heart Disease
    • Valvular Heart Disease

    Medical Treatments and Procedures Performed or Prescribed by Dr. Al'Aref

    UAMS Health providers perform and prescribe a broad range of treatments and procedures, some of which may not be listed below.

    • Angiography
    • Cardiac Catheterization
    • Cardiac CT
    • Echocardiography

    Dr. Al'Aref's Areas of Expertise

    doctor using stethoscope to exam patient heart

    Adult Heart Care

    Trust your heart to the UAMS Health specialists, offering both surgical and minimally-invasive procedures to keep your heart in peak performance.

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    Interventional Cardiology (Part of Adult Heart Care)

    UAMS Health's interventional cardiology specialists are the experts in diagnosing heart issues and clearing clogged arteries.

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    Locations Where Dr. Al'Aref Practices

    Exterior of Outpatient Center

    Cardiology Clinic at the UAMS Medical Center (Part of the Heart Center) , Primary Location

    4110 Outpatient Circle
    Outpatient Center
    Little Rock, AR 72205

    Appointment Phone Number
    501-686-8000
    New and Returning Patients
    View Location Get Directions
    Exterior of Outpatient Center

    Heart Center

    4110 Outpatient Circle
    Outpatient Center
    Little Rock, AR 72205

    Appointment Phone Number
    501-686-5311
    New and Returning Patients
    View Location Get Directions
    El Dorado Family Medical Center

    Cardiology Clinic in El Dorado (Part of the Family Medical Center in El Dorado)

    620 W. Grove St.
    Grove Medical Complex
    Suite 202
    El Dorado, AR 71730

    Appointment Phone Number
    870-639-9939
    New and Returning Patients
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    Patient Ratings & Reviews

    Average Ratings

    Likelihood of recommending this provider
    4.9 out of 5
    Provider discussed treatment options
    4.9 out of 5
    Provider explained things clearly
    4.9 out of 5
    Provider included you in decisions
    4.9 out of 5
    Provider showed concern
    4.9 out of 5

    Overall: 4.8 out of 5

    (132 Ratings, 36 Comments)

    Individual Reviews

    5 out of 5

    Comment

    Loved the bed side manner of the doctor. He seemed to really care about my well being. Very pleased.

    Date

    Jul 19, 2025
    5 out of 5

    Comment

    Everything runs like clockwork in this clinic. It's absolutely amazing, and I love Dr Al'Aref and his team!

    Date

    Jul 14, 2025
    5 out of 5

    Comment

    Good

    Date

    Jun 20, 2025
    5 out of 5

    Comment

    Everything went well.

    Date

    May 05, 2025
    4.8 out of 5

    Comment

    I mostly saw a 1st year internal medicine resident who was following the attending physician. I only saw Dr. Alaref maybe two minutes. So these responses are geared toward the resident.

    Date

    May 03, 2025
    5 out of 5

    Comment

    Wonderful Dr Aleref and Dr [NAME].

    Date

    Apr 26, 2025
    More Recent Reviews
    5 out of 5

    Comment

    Loved the bed side manner of the doctor. He seemed to really care about my well being. Very pleased.

    Date

    Jul 19, 2025
    5 out of 5

    Comment

    Everything runs like clockwork in this clinic. It's absolutely amazing, and I love Dr Al'Aref and his team!

    Date

    Jul 14, 2025
    5 out of 5

    Comment

    Good

    Date

    Jun 20, 2025
    5 out of 5

    Comment

    Everything went well.

    Date

    May 05, 2025
    4.8 out of 5

    Comment

    I mostly saw a 1st year internal medicine resident who was following the attending physician. I only saw Dr. Alaref maybe two minutes. So these responses are geared toward the resident.

    Date

    May 03, 2025
    5 out of 5

    Comment

    Wonderful Dr Aleref and Dr [NAME].

    Date

    Apr 26, 2025
    5 out of 5

    Comment

    Doctor was easily understood clear straightforward informative all while being very personable and professional

    Date

    Apr 26, 2025
    5 out of 5

    Comment

    Dr. Alaref always listens to me and explains everything where I can understand. He is wonderful. I'm glad he is my doctor.

    Date

    Apr 24, 2025
    5 out of 5

    Comment

    I like to tell others about.the treatment I received and I won't use a different Doctors or hospital.

    Date

    Apr 19, 2025
    5 out of 5

    Comment

    Very good

    Date

    Apr 07, 2025

    Make an Appointment With Dr. Al'Aref

    New patients can make an appointment by contacting the clinic directly.

    Existing patients also have the option of requesting an appointment online through UAMS Health MyChart.

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