North Jersey Cardiovascular Consultants is now New Jersey Cardiology Associates

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Dear Patients,

I am writing this letter foremost to thank you for placing your trust in me over the past 35 years. It has been an honor and a privilege to be involved in the care of so many of you who I have come to consider not only patients, but friends. Therefore, it is with bittersweet emotion that I have decided to retire from full-time practice as of January 1, 2025. In anticipation of my retirement, I have put extensive thought into who would be best to assume my practice so that my patients continue to receive the highest and most attentive standard of care that they have come to rely on and rightly deserve. In choosing the physicians of New Jersey Cardiology Associates, I am confident that you will remain in the hands of cardiologists I trust implicitly and who many of you already know. Drs. Donald Rubenstein, David Dobesh, Fadi Karou, Fadi Chaaban and Elie Chakhtoura are just a few of the outstanding cardiologists in this group whose expertise covers all disciplines of cardiovascular disease. They have hospital privileges at Clara Maass, Cooperman Barnabas, and Hackensack Meridian Mountainside. To ensure a smooth and seamless transition, our office will remain in the same Bloomfield location and our staff will remain the same.

I am deeply grateful for your support and friendship over the past three and a half decades and I look forward to seeing as many of you as possible over the next several months.

Wishing you continued health,

Lawrence F. Mahdi, MD

New Jersey Cardiology Associates (NJCA) is deeply appreciative of Dr. Mahdi's trust in allowing us to continue caring for his patients. The Bloomfield office practice remains the same and Lily Mahdi is still Managing the office. Coverages at both Mountainside Hospital and Clara Maass Medical Center will continue to be covered by NJCA (as it has for the past couple of years).

Rishina DeLeon, APN will remain at the Bloomfield Office, where she is joined by:

Nicholas Kondo, MD
Fadi Karou, MD
HyonJae Lee, MD

Please use this link to be directed to the NJCA website:
www.njcaheart.com

What Our Patients Are Saying

Puts the patient's well-being as his first priority

"Dr. Mahdi is one of the few physicians left who puts the patient's well-being as his first priority. There is never a question about him being ethical at all times. Whenever I've had a medical emergency, which I've had several times, he has his staff find the first opening for me that same day. This is very important when you're dealing with sick and elderly patients. Also, there are very few physicians these days that personally call to tell you the results of your tests and explains if there is any more treatment that is needed."

What Our Patients Are Saying

The best physician out there

"The Lawrence Mahdi , has been my dad's doctor for the past 28 years and now he is our doctor (all the family) he is simply the best physician out there, nobody comes close to him. We love him, I love him because he saved my dad and besides being the best doctor he is a real great, kind person. I will always thank GOD the HE put Dr. Mahdi in our way."

What Our Patients Are Saying

A doctor who you can trust

"Dr Mahdi is an excellent doctor. He saved my husband's life. He showed his love and compassion to my family in that time of need. He holds a special bond in our hearts. A doctor who you can trust. We love him. Highly recommend ...great doctor."

What Our Patients Are Saying

A wonderful combo of knowledge & compassion

"Dr. Mahdi is the best physician I know. He has a wonderful combo of knowledge & compassion. He just cannot be beat anywhere. He s a wonderful doctor & human being .. the best !!"

What Our Patients Are Saying

Very caring, always listens

"Dr. Mahdi is by far the greatest doctor I have ever been to, and I have seen many doctors. As a patient of almost 20 years I can not thank him enough for all he has done for me. He is very caring, always listens, and does not rush you out of the office. He is a wonderful doctor and caring person."

What Our Patients Are Saying

Dr. Mahdi is exceptional!

"Dr. Mahdi is exceptional! I am convinced there are no physicians out there of his caliber. He is a smart, knowledgeable & very caring physician. My spouse recently had open heart surgery & Dr. Mahdi is our cardiologist . He truly is THE BEST & irreplaceable."

What Our Patients Are Saying

I cannot say enough good things about this man!

"Dr. Mahdi is not only a great doctor, he is a wonderful person! He always takes the time to ask how we are doing before he gets down to business. Both my husband and I see him regularly. My husband has cancer and Dr. Mahdi always asks how he is doing . I was recently told that I need open heart surgery for repair of a mitral valve and Dr. Mahdi was so kind and gentle when he told me. I cannot say enough good things about this man!"

What Our Patients Are Saying

DR. MAHDI IS THE BEST CARDIOLOGIST IN THE WORLD!!!

"DR. MAHDI IS THE BEST CARDIOLOGIST IN THE WORLD!!!! HE WAS MY GRANDPARENTS AND FATHER'S DOCTOR, NOW HE'S MY DOCTOR.. A GREAT GUY WHO GENUINELY CARES FOR HIS PATIENTS, WHETHER THEY HAVE MONEY TO PAY FOR THEIR SERVICES OR NOT. DR LAWRENCE MAHDI IS THE BEST!!!!! KEEP DOING AN AWESOME JOB."

What Our Patients Are Saying

We trust his judgement completely

"Dr Mahdi has literally saved my father's life on two separate occasions. When my father had a stroke it was Dr. Mahdi's quick thinking and decision making that saved his life. He is the reason my dad is alive and enjoying time with his grandchildren today. Our family owes a huge debt of gratitude to this man. When we needed him most he was never too busy to answer our frantic calls for help and guidance. I would highly recommend Dr. Mahdi for someone who has had a stroke. His positive effect on my family cannot be overstated. We trust his judgement completely."

What Our Patients Are Saying

Well versed on changes in the field and practices "the art" of medicine

"Dr. Mahdi is an excellent diagnostician who puts a premium on being well versed on changes in the field and practices "the art" of medicine. He is a listener and one can not go wrong choosing him as your cardiologist. Over the last decade I have spent time in two states during the year, but his is the opinion I have come to value."

What Our Patients Are Saying

Dr. Mahdi has excellent bedside manner

"Dr. Mahdi has excellent bedside manner. He is knowledgeable and caring. Most of all, he is well-versed in educating me about how to improve my health and avoid having to take medication."