Dr. Monzur Morshed, MD, FACC, has been named a 2026 Castle Connolly Top Doctor, marking the fourth consecutive year he has received this designation. Only 7 percent of the nation's licensed physicians are selected annually as Castle Connolly Top Doctors for their specialties within their regions.
Dr. Morshed practices cardiology at Avicenna Cardiology, a leading practice providing comprehensive cardiovascular care and advanced diagnostic services to the New York community. He maintains clinical affiliations with New York University and Lenox Hill Hospital. "Being recognized as a Castle Connolly Top Doctor is truly an honor, but to me, it represents more than just a designation - it reflects the trust and confidence that my patients place in me every day," said Dr. Morshed.
His clinical focus includes managing hypertension, coronary artery disease, heart failure, and arrhythmias. Dr. Morshed specializes in identifying and mitigating cardiovascular risk factors, with particular interest in addressing unique health challenges and elevated risks within specific ethnic populations. This recognition matters because it underscores the importance of culturally competent cardiovascular care, especially as research indicates significant health disparities among different ethnic groups.
The cardiologist utilizes advanced diagnostic procedures including echocardiography, stress testing, electrocardiography, cardiac rhythm monitoring, preventive cardiovascular screenings, peripheral vascular studies, cath lab affiliation, post-cath and CABG follow-up, EP evaluation, and obesity clinic services. Avicenna Cardiology provides integrated cardiovascular support for streamlined patient evaluations and follow-up care.
Dr. Morshed earned his Doctor of Medicine degree in 2005, completed an internal medicine residency and cardiovascular disease fellowship, and is a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology. Beyond clinical practice, he is a recognized advocate for public health and community education, having received honors from the U.S. President, U.S. Congress, and New York State Senate for community service.
His expertise has been featured in media outlets including NBC, CBS, and Reuters, and he frequently appears on television programs in Bangladesh. Dr. Morshed has authored works such as The Road to Love and Redemption and contributes medical insights to professional platforms like KevinMD, specifically regarding cardiovascular risks in South Asian populations. Castle Connolly publishes its Top Doctors list at castleconnolly.com and in various print and online partner publications.
Top Doctors are nominated by peer physicians and selected by Castle Connolly's physician-led research team based on criteria including medical education, training, hospital appointments, and disciplinary histories. Doctors cannot pay to be selected. This recognition system provides patients with reliable information when seeking specialized medical care, particularly important for complex conditions like cardiovascular disease that require expert management.
