Azariyas Challa, M.D., Ph.D.
Cardiology, Heart Care
Areas of Interest
Atrial Fibrillation | Coronary Artery Disease | Heart Failure | Valvular Heart Disease
Primary Practice Location
UofL Physicians – Cardiology
UofL Health – Medical Center Northeast
2401 Terra Crossing Blvd, Suite 406
Louisville, KY 40245
502-588-7010 Get Directions
UofL Health – Medical Center Northeast
2401 Terra Crossing Blvd, Suite 406
Louisville, KY 40245
502-588-7010 Get Directions
Get to know
Azariyas Challa, M.D., Ph.D.
Azariyas Challa, M.D., Ph.D., is a general cardiologist with expertise in treating patients with coronary artery disease, atrial fibrillation, valvular heart disease and heart failure in the out-patient and in-patient settings. Before joining UofL, he completed fellowship in cardiovascular medicine at the Ohio State University and internal medicine residency at University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. In addition to clinical cardiology, he engaged in basic and translational researches investigating mechanisms of cardiometabolic diseases.Education & Training
M.D.
Gondar College of Medical and Health Sciences | Gondar, Ethiopia |
Gondar College of Medical and Health Sciences | Gondar, Ethiopia |
Ph.D.
Florida State University | Tallahassee | 2011
Florida State University | Tallahassee | 2011
Fellowship
The Ohio State University | Cardiovascular Medicine | Columbus | 2024
Residency
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center | Internal Medicine |
Pittsburgh | 2016
Internship
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center | Internal Medicine | Pittsburgh | 2014
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center | Internal Medicine | Pittsburgh | 2014
Languages
English
Areas of Interest
Atrial Fibrillation | Coronary Artery Disease | Heart Failure | Valvular Heart Disease
Certifications
Board Certification in Internal Medicine, American Board of Internal MedicinePractice, Specialty or Service
School of Medicine
Assistant Professor
Department of Internal Medicine
Awards
Charles A. Bush, M.D. Award in Cardiovascular Research, Division of Cardiovascular Medicine, The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center
Outstanding Graduate Student Award, Department of Biomedical Sciences, Florida State University
Philosophy
"I aspire to deliver compassionate, evidence-based and high-quality patient care. I prioritize listening to my patients and ensuring that my patients have clear understanding of their conditions and participate in shared decision-making regarding their health."
Contact Info
Locations
UofL Physicians – Cardiology
UofL Health – Medical Center Northeast2401 Terra Crossing Blvd, Suite 406
Louisville, KY 40245
502-588-7010
UofL Physicians – Cardiology
UofL Health – Chestnut Street Outpatient Center401 East Chestnut Street, Suite 310
Louisville, KY 40202
502-588-4600
Carroll County Memorial Hospital – A Partner of UofL Health
309 11th Street Carrollton, KY 41008
502-732-3204
UofL Health – Medical Center Northeast
2401 Terra Crossing Boulevard Louisville, KY 40245
502-210-4200
UofL Health – Chestnut Street Outpatient Center
401 East Chestnut Street Louisville, KY 40202
502-588-6000
UofL Physicians participates in most major health plans in Kentucky. Coverage may vary by specialty. Coverage limitations are dependent on the terms of your personal health plan. This is not a guarantee that all services you receive will be covered by your health plan. Review your health plan provider directory and/or consult with your plan to confirm coverage.
