About Athletic Heart of San Francisco (AHSF)
AHSF is a cardiology clinic offering consultations and a wide array of diagnostic tests for the promotion of cardiovascular health. Established by Dr. Michel Accad, AHSF provides advice and service not only to elite athletes but to all adults at any level of fitness. The strength of our approach stems from the use of imaging technology coupled with Dr. Accad’s expertise and hands-on attention to individual needs.
Our Team
Michel Accad, MD
Medical Director, Athletic Heart of San Francisco
Dr. Accad is a board-certified cardiologist with over 20 years of clinical experience. A graduate from the University of Texas Medical School in Houston, he was selected Chief Medical Resident at the Texas Medical Center. He completed his fellowship and research training at the University of California San Francisco (UCSF) and his prior work experience includes serving as director of the cardiac catheterization laboratory at Kaiser San Francisco hospital.
Dr. Accad holds an active appointment at UCSF as assistant professor of cardiology. He contributes actively to new knowledge in the field of medicine through publications in peer-reviewed, academic medical journals and through work in therapeutic device development. Dedicated to promoting the SF Bay Area’s heart health through Athletic Heart of San Francisco, Dr. Accad also runs a successful private solo practice in internal medicine and cardiology, edits a popular professional blog on medicine and philosophy, and is the author of a book that rigorously examines and criticizes trends in modern medicine that are distract doctors for the focus they should have on helping individual patients.
Karissa Reiter, RDCS, BS
Cardiac Sonographer, Athletic Heart of San Francisco
Karissa is a National Merit Scholar who graduated from Texas State University with a bachelor’s degree in Biology and minors in Chemistry, Honors, and Psychology. Her academic research in neuroscience has been published in multiple peer-reviewed journals. She obtained a second bachelor’s degree in Cardiac Sonography from the Kaiser Permanente School of Allied Health Sciences and is board certified as a Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography.
While at Texas State, Karissa was a Division 1 track athlete, private swim lesson instructor, and jewelry designer. She still enjoys running, teaching swimming lessons, and designing jewelry, as well as traveling and exploring new experiences.
Edna Amora
Office Manager, Athletic Heart of San Francisco
She has lived and worked in New York City prior to moving to the San Francisco Bay Area to be near her family. Her work experience includes positions in real estate, banking, and advertising.
Edna keeps in shape by trotting around the globe. She has visited all continents of the world and enjoys exploring new countries and cultures every year.
What Patients Say About Our Service...
“I’m glad I did the screening because I found out that I do have some plaque but also a very healthy heart. Dr. Accad has a wonderful gentle manner with patients. He is a clear communicator, explaining the purpose of each test, the process, and later, the results.”
Celia L., 65, San Francisco
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