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 in their regions. Dr. Morshed practices cardiology at Avicenna Cardiology, which provides comprehensive cardiovascular care and advanced diagnostic services to the New York community. He also 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 medical focus includes managing hypertension, coronary artery disease, heart failure, and arrhythmias. He specializes in identifying and mitigating cardiovascular risk factors, with particular attention to the unique health challenges and elevated risks within specific ethnic populations.
Dr. Morshed employs advanced diagnostic procedures and technologies such as echocardiography, stress testing, electrocardiography (EKG), cardiac rhythm monitoring, preventive cardiovascular screenings, peripheral vascular studies, cath lab affiliation, post-cath and CABG follow-up, EP evaluation, and obesity clinic services. The practice at Avicenna Cardiology is structured to provide integrated cardiovascular support, facilitating streamlined patient evaluations and follow-up care.
After earning his Doctor of Medicine degree in 2005, Dr. Morshed completed a residency in internal medicine and a specialized fellowship in cardiovascular disease. He is a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology (FACC) and has conducted various research in cardiology. Beyond clinical work, he is a recognized advocate for public health and community education, having received honors from the U.S. President, the U.S. Congress, and the New York State Senate for his 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. Top Doctors are nominated by peer physicians and selected by the physician-led Castle Connolly research team. Castle Connolly publishes its Top Doctors list at castleconnolly.com and in various print and online partner publications. Nominations are open to all board-certified MDs, DOs, and DPMs, with selection based on criteria including medical education, training, hospital appointments, and disciplinary histories. Doctors cannot pay to be selected as a Castle Connolly Top Doctor.
