Nida Waheed Emory Faculty
Nida Waheed Emory Faculty

Nida Waheed, MD

Nuclear Cardiology (CBNC), Echocardiography, Cardiovascular Disease, Cardiology

4.9 - 297 Ratings

Emory Heart & Vascular Center at Saint Joseph's

5671 Peachtree Dunwoody Road, Fl 3, Ste 300, Atlanta, GA 30342 +1 More Locations

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About

Nida Waheed, MD, MPH is an Assistant Professor of Medicine (Cardiology) at Emory University’s School of Medicine. She completed her undergraduate and medical degrees at the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill and received a Master of Public Health from Johns Hopkins University. She completed her internship and residency in Internal Medicine at the University of Florida where she served as a Chief Resident. Dr. Waheed completed her cardiology fellowship, including advanced training in multimodality cardiac imaging, at Emory University. During her training, she received several awards including the Gold Humanism Honor Society Award as a reflection of her dedication to professionalism and excellence in patient care.  
Dr. Waheed’s clinical interests include preventive cardiology, women’s heart health, congestive heart failure, and valvular heart disease. She is especially interested in cardio-oncology and working closely with cancer patients and survivors to support heart health.

Languages

  • English

Emory Affiliation

  • Emory Clinic - School of Medicine Faculty
  • Emory Physician Group Practice
  • Emory Healthcare Network

Academic Title

  • Assistant Professor

Year Started Practicing

  • 2023

Locations

Emory Heart & Vascular Center at Saint Joseph's

5671 Peachtree Dunwoody Road
Fl 3, Ste 300
Atlanta, GA 30342

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Emory Heart & Vascular Center at Executive Park

1605 Chantilly Drive Northeast
Ste 301
Atlanta, GA 30324

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Ratings & Reviews

4.9 out of 5 overall rating 297 ratings

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

4.9 Provider showed concern
4.9 Provider explained things clearly
4.9 Provider discussed treatment options
4.9 Provider included you in decisions
4.9 Likelihood of recommending this provider
5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-04-18

Very knowledgeable, polished, caring for my mental and physical health and not just my heart health. I love her as my cardiologist. Dr. Waheed is the best doctor in my opinion.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-04-18

Good

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-04-08

Dr. Waheed is wonderful. She will actually sit down to talk with you unlike some doctors who stand by the door waiting to depart.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-03-24

Couldn't ask for better care

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-03-17

Precisely the kind of connection and personalized care I've been looking for. And the administrative processes are excellent!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-02-27

Dr. Waheed spent time helping me understand my health needs/concerns. Her patience and knowledge were very helpful.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-02-27

Doctor was knowledgeable about my issue and took care to insure new medication was not going to cause complications with other health issues.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-02-19

The Physician provided many options with my concerns about my current and future healthcare status and life care habits and diet. Well done.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-02-18

Waheed is an excellent physician. She knows her stuff, has kept current to evolutions in our understanding, and meets me where I'm at. She's been very helpful and I would recommend her to anyone.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-02-06

Dr. Waheed is very thorough and caring. I would recommend her anytime.

4 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-01-18

Good

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-01-17

Dr Waheed is absolutely wonderful. She is kind and listens well while continuing to give excellent medical knowledge.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-12-20

Excellent discussion about my concerns and issues.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-12-11

Very detailed

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-12-10

Dr Waheed always provides excellent care. She is so patient and answers all my questions. She is very caring and I always look forward to seeing her.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-12-05

Dr. Waheed made me feel personally cared for

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-11-18

Dr. Waheed is great! I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a good cardiologist. She is empathetic, kind, and good at explaining things in an understandable and relatable way.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-10-18

Dr. Waheed is one the smartest and kindest healthcare providers I've ever encountered.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-10-11

This was my first appointment with Dr Waheed. I was very impressed!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-10-10

Dr. Waheed explained all that I had been through in the past 5 weeks with surgery and then subsequent stint in the ER and overnight at the hospital. Was the first time I had met her and was very impressed.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-10-10

Dr. Waheed seems pretty awesome!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-10-10

Dr. Waheed is exceptional. She has kindness and compassion while delivering knowledge in simple terms. She also gives choices and wants me to be part of my treatment decisions. Just love being her patient!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-10-03

Excellent Emory staff support with appropriate comments and questions about my healthcare needs. The Physician provided great knowledge of my past history, recent healthcare episode causesAnd my possible future responses to this type of issues in the future through great clinical knowledge which will help me understand the need for some preventative actions I can undertake to help prevent these healthcare issues in the future. Well done with expertise and appropriate communication.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-09-27

Absolutely

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-09-24

She listened to my concerns, showed empathy, seemed to care and took the time to understand my concerns.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-09-24

I would recommend Dr Waheed and Emory every time.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-09-20

Dr Waheed is the best. Would absolutely refer her to anyone looking for a cardiologist

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-09-19

Dr. Waheed took a lot of time with me - I was a new patient and she went over everything. She had taken the time to read my history.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-09-18

Dr. Waheed is excellent. A good listener and explains situations very well. Her patience is greatly appreciated.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-09-13

Would recommend

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-09-12

This was my first visit with Dr. Washed and I was very impressed. She showed a comprehensive knowledge of my condition and treatment options. She was empathetic and did not speak up or down to me.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-08-28

The doctor was so nice and caring. I won't hesitate to refer to anybody that needs a cardiologist

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-08-28

Provider showed concern

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-08-24

Excelente

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-08-23

Good

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-08-23

I like the fact the doctor wasn't in a rush to put me on medication but instead work on a solution with diet and lifestyle changes.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-08-10

The care I am receiving from the providers at Emory health care facilities has been life changing because I was feeling very overwhelmed and hopeless and the doctors and their nurses and assistants have been very supportive about my situation and working hard on my health and recovery.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-08-08

Doctor Waheed is wonderful; she takes all the time you need, and answered all my questions and concerns.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-07-09

I am very impressed with Dr Waheed. She listened carefully to my concerns and answered all of my questions.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-07-02

Dr. Waheed was wonderful. She listened to and answered all of my questions. I wish many of your doctors could take lessons from her about how to interact and engage with patients.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-06-15

Dr Waheed is exceptionally good at making time to explain, listen and make the care plan cooperatively with the patient. She respects my knowledge of my own body and solicits my input. Also, she is a very positive and knowledgeable doctor. I trust her judgment. It is very easy to work with her.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-06-13

Dr. Waheed was very familiar with the details of my health.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-05-23

Excellent care.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-05-03

Very grateful to have a provider that listens and addresses your concerns.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-04-12

I'm very impressed with Dr Waheed. She is very patient-centered and very personable. Emory did a good day's work in hiring her. Please don't work her to death as seems to often be the case.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-02-21

First time meeting Dr Waheed. She is very personable. Explained well the changes she was making in my meds.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-02-08

Other doctors should strive to be as thorough and compassionate as Dr. Waheed. She explained my condition well & gave me information on the genetic aspect of my condition.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-02-03

Doctor is very thoughtful and engaging, especially for an appointment at the end of the day.I appreciate how she takes the time to look at my care holistically, not just the cardiology part.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-02-01

Dr. Waleed is very kind and caring. She listens and is very professional and through. I am very blessed to have her as my doctor.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-11-14

Dr. Waheed listened

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-11-07

Great care!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-11-06

Dr. Waheed is very kind, compassionate, understanding, & caring.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-11-01

Very professional, easy to talk to, great listener, answered all of my questions and concerns

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-10-31

The provider was very informative and engaging. Took her time to listen and explain everything. She was amazing. I highly recommend this provider.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-10-28

I loved Dr Waheed. She spent plenty of time with me and never gave me the feeling she was trying to rush through the appointment.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-10-23

Dr. Waheed was fantastic. Spent time and listened to my questions and concerns.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-10-18

Very knowledgeable and experienced. Good, patient listener and very crisp/articulate in responses. STRONG interpersonal skill and caring "connection".

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-09-26

Dr. Waheed was a pleasure to visit. She's extremely kind and very good at explaining so that I could understand. I feel like I was so fortunate to be able to see her, especially with short notice. I had high expectations after reviewing her profile on the website and she exceeded them in every way.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-09-20

Dr Waheed, Nida was so welcoming and knew my history well. She was informative and answered all my questions. Bottom line -she was so smart! Yes, I know all MDS are intelligent but she has a special knack for relating well to pts. This was my first visit and I liked her very much

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-08-31

Excellent doctor

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-08-31

I had recently been switched from Dr Cuthins to Dr Waheed, so this was my first encounter with Dr Waheed. She picked up where my last visit was and this was a continuation of the same thorough, informative, and patient centered care I had with my previous Dr. Dr Waheed discussed all my concerns and we decided on a plan moving forward. She is a great,knowledgeable,caring and engaging Dr.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-08-29

If all my doctors were as empathetic and kind as Dr Waheed, I would not have medical PTSD.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-08-08

Dr. Waheed was fantastic. She was caring and informative.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-08-07

I felt listened to and considered by my provider

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-07-28

She was awesome!!!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-07-20

Cannot recommend until I know her better! But she listened to me & discussed issues thoroughly.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-07-18

This being a follow up, there were no real needs.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-07-18

Every health care provider introduced themselves and explained what they would be doing! Very professional staff!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-07-12

I would seek out more appointments with doctors if they were all as attentive and pleasant as Dr. Waheed.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-07-06

Dr. Waheed was very kind, supportive, & understanding of my concerns & intolerance to statins.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-06-29

Excellent, your people are fine but all this computer layers are maddening.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-06-14

I felt that we was communicating

Credentials

Education

  • Fellowship: Emory University School of Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease, 2023
  • Residency: University of Florida College of Medicine, Internal Medicine, 2020
  • Residency: University of Florida College of Medicine, Internal Medicine, 2019
  • Medical Education: University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill, MD, 2016

Board Certifications

  • Cardiovascular Disease, American Board of Internal Medicine, 2023
  • Internal Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine, 2019