Dr. Wilson Wong is board certified in internal medicine and cardiovascular disease, with added qualifications in cardiac electrophysiology. A 1985 graduate of Nation Taiwan University College of Medicine, Dr. Wong went on to complete his internship and residency in internal medicine in 1988 at the National Taiwan University Hospital and its affiliated hospitals. He came to the United States for a fellowship in clinical pharmacology at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, where he also completed fellowships in cardiology and clinical cardiac electrophysiology. Dr. Wong practiced for eight years as a cardiologist at Summers County Appalachian Regional Healthcare Hospital in Hinton, West Va.

Before coming to Arkansas Heart Hospital Clinic, he held such positions as chief of the cardiopulmonary department, chairman of the ethics committee and chief of medical staff. Dr. Wong is involved in research, has had nearly two decades of teaching experiences and has authored several publications in leading medical journals. He specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of general cardiology, nuclear medicine, transthoracic and trans-esophageal echocardiography, fast cardiac CT angiography, cardiac catheterization, myocardial biopsy, cardiac arrhythmias, Head-Up Tilt Test electrophysiology study, radiofrequency catheter ablation, and pacemaker or defibrillator implantation and follow-up.

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Dr. William A. Rollefson is a cardiologist board certified in internal medicine, cardiovascular disease and interventional cardiology. At Arkansas Heart, he leads the cardiac catheterization lab and interventional cardiology department. Dr. Rollefson is a founder of the structural heart program at Arkansas Heart Hospital and spearheaded radial access for both cardiac and peripheral interventions in Arkansas, training several hundred cardiologists from around the country in the technique. He is the Associate Interventional Fellowship Director for UAMS and a clinical professor of medicine.

A native of Little Rock, Dr. Rollefson graduated from Hendrix College in Conway before earning his medical degree with honors from the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. He completed his internship and residency at Tripler Army Medical Center in Honolulu. He completed his fellowship in cardiology at Brooke Army Medical Center in San Antonio, where he served for several years as director of cardiovascular interventions.

The recipient of numerous awards, including “Outstanding Staff Teacher” and “Outstanding Original Research,” Dr. Rollefson has been well recognized for his talents in medicine, teaching and research. In his spare time, he enjoys scuba diving, golf, and traveling with his family.

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What patients are saying about Dr. Rollefson:

“Dr. William Rollefson is absolutely the best. Everyone should go to him if you’re worried about a loved one — he is the man.” 

 

Dr. Vijay Raja is an interventional cardiologist who cares for patients with all forms of coronary, vascular and structural heart disease. His passions include treating patients with refractory symptoms, those needing acute interventions and patients with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy.

Dr. Raja earned his undergraduate degree in biomedical engineering from Washington University in St. Louis and then completed his medical degree at Tulane University School of Medicine in New Orleans. He completed his post-graduate training at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas. In addition to patient care, Dr. Raja has a strong interest in health care management and earned his Master of Business Administration degree from the University of Texas at Dallas during his cardiology fellowship.

Dr. Vijay Raja

He is board-certified in internal medicine, cardiovascular diseases, interventional cardiology, and vascular medicine. Dr. Raja is trained to treat all forms of cardiac or peripheral artery blockages including 100% occlusions as well as evaluate and treat a variety of structural heart diseases such as congenital heart defects (patent foramen ovale, atrial and ventricular septal defects, patent ductus arteriosus), perivalvular defects, alcohol septal ablations and transcatheter valve diseases.

He and his wife enjoy spending time together as a family and watching their three children grow up in Arkansas.

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Existing Patients: (501) 219-6461
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What patients are saying about Dr. Raja:

“Dr. Raja is awesome. He makes me feel comfortable, which is hard to do. He’s very compassionate and explains everything so you can understand it.” 

“Thank you, Dr. Raja, for your great care! I don’t know what we would do without you.” 

“Dr. Raja is the best. He cares about you and your health.” 

“I have been a patient of Dr. Raja for about two years now, and I feel like he’s one of the best heart doctors that I’ve ever seen.” 

“Dr. Raja is definitely the best cardiologist.” 

 

Originally from Russia, Dr. Vasili Lendel moved to Nova Scotia in 2000 for a fellowship to study medicine. He completed his residency and cardiology and interventional cardiology fellowships at Milton S. Hershey Medical Center in 2007. He then went into private practice at the Memphis Heart Clinic in Tennessee. Dr. Lendel joined Arkansas Heart Hospital in 2011. Dr. Lendel’s accomplishments include many medical and academic distinctions. He has participated in many medical research studies and has spent time volunteering in hospitals and nursing homes. He currently resides in Little Rock with his wife, who is an endocrinologist, and his two daughters.  Dr. Lendel’s personal interests include music, reading and athletics, especially soccer, hiking, running and fishing.

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Get to know Dr. Lendel

Why did you decide to become a physician?

I always knew it was the only career for me. I decided to become a physician at five years old, and 44 years later my feelings remain the same.

What is the best aspect of your career? 

The best part of practicing medicine is the ability to help patients by improving their quality of life and relieving pain. I also greatly enjoy interacting with them and learning about their families, hobbies and interests, which helps me develop an individualized treatment plan to provide optimal care.

What patients are saying about Dr. Lendel:

Dr. Lendel has been my heart doctor for over 10 years and he is the best. He truly cares for his patients and treats them like family. He is funny and down-to-earth. I highly recommend him to any and everyone.”

“We are eternally grateful to Dr. Lendel for the incredible care he provided for my father…he is the best.” 

“No doubt he and his team have kept me from having a heart attack.”

“He is the best! He has helped me have a few more quality years.” 

“This fine gentleman, doctor and friend has taken care of my husband and me for almost 10 years. We have trusted him with not only with our lives, but also our futures. He cares for his patients, and his one on one is a blessing to those of us who are anxious and/or afraid.”

“He has been my mom’s doctor for years and takes great care of her.” 

“So very grateful for Dr. Lendel and AHH.” 

Dr. Lendel in the news:

Health Matters: Doctors perform bypass without surgery

Dr. Scott Beau is a cardiologist and serves as medical director of Arkansas Heart Hospital. Board certified in clinical cardiac electrophysiology, he specializes in pacemaker and defibrillator implantation, electrophysiology studies and radiofrequency catheter ablation, and diagnostic heart catheterization.

Growing up in Canada, Dr. Beau earned his medical degree in Montreal before arriving at University Hospital in Boston for his internship and residency. From there, Dr. Beau studied at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis and became a fellow in cardiology at Barnes Hospital. He is a fellow of the American College of Cardiology, and a member of the Heart Rhythm Society, and the Pulaski County Medical Society.

Dr. Beau is known for making his patients feel comfortable and explaining their treatment plan thoroughly with patience and compassion.

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Existing Patients: (501) 614-3621
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What patients are saying about Dr. Beau:

“Dr. Beau and his team did an awesome job, and dad’s nurses were top-notch.”

“Dr. Beau took care of me. I’ve recommended him throughout the years to many people.”

“Dr. Beau was part of my dad’s care team at the Arkansas Heart Hospital. We are so grateful for him.”

“Dr. Beau and staff treats you like family. Thank you for taking care of my family, and keep up the amazing work.”

Dr. Patrick Joseph Flaherty is an interventional cardiologist, board-certified in cardiovascular medicine. Described as personable and attentive by his patients, Dr. Flaherty is committed to providing patient-centered care. His interests involve all aspects of diagnostic and interventional cardiology, including coronary and peripheral angiography/intervention, nuclear cardiology, echocardiography and CT angiography.

Dr. Joseph Flaherty

Dr. Flaherty served three years as a staff cardiologist at Tripler Army Medical Center in Honolulu, where he was director of cardiology education for the internal medicine residency program. He completed a fellowship in cardiovascular medicine at Walter Reed Army Medical Center in Washington, D.C. and a residency in internal medicine at Brooke Army Medical Center in San Antonio. Prior to graduating from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, he received a bachelor’s degree from Miami University.

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What patients are saying about Dr. Flaherty:

“Dr. Flaherty did it again! He saved me from being in big trouble with my heart. He is like a guardian angel with the tools and the experience.”

“We appreciate this doctor…possibly saved mine and my husband’s life! Thank you, Dr. Flaherty.”

“He did an awesome job keeping my father in our lives…”

“If you need a great heart doctor, Dr. Flaherty is the best.”

“Dr. Flaherty is no. 1 in my book. He’s the greatest cardiologist…love him and thankful for him! God has gifted him tremendously!”

Dr. Flaherty in the news:

Dr. Flaherty reacts to trending heart health videos in the Docs React series.

Dr. Flaherty talks about heart health in Heart to Heart Facebook live panel.

How do haunted houses impact your heart? Dr. Flaherty explains.

Dr. Flaherty talks with THV11 about how men can prioritize and better their heart health

Dr. Flaherty answers questions on heart failure, AFIB, heart disease symptoms and more on Heart to Heart Facebook Live Panel: Fact or Fiction.

Dr. Monica Lo is board certified in Cardiovascular Disease and Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology. She treats a variety of arrhythmias (bradycardia, tachycardia, atrial fibrillation, atrial flutter, ventricular tachycardia, supraventricular tachycardia) by performing ablations and implanting pacemakers and defibrillators. Depending on the arrhythmia, the ablative procedure can be curative, allowing her patients to discontinue long-term medication use. Her other interests are women’s health, pregnancy and heart disease, and stroke prevention by left atrial appendage occlusion (Amulet and Watchman implantation).

Dr. Lo came to Little Rock to establish the complex arrhythmia ablation program at the Arkansas Heart Hospital. The program is now one of the busiest centers in the world. She has led several important clinical trials, with some resulting in the FDA approval of ablation catheters and ablative technology. She delights in bringing the newest cutting-edge tools to Arkansas, which allows her patients to receive therapies not available otherwise. Because of her expertise, she trains other physicians from around the world on these advances, through lectures and in-person proctoring.

 

Born in Taiwan, Dr. Monica Lo moved to the United States with her family when she was 12. She graduated with honors from Rice University and received her medical degree at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, where she was inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society. She stayed at UT Southwestern to complete her internal medicine residency and fellowships in cardiology and clinical cardiac electrophysiology.

Dr. Lo well known for her devotion to expanding her knowledge and expertise to improve the lives. Her patients entrust their heart health to her because of her extensive knowledge and compassion inside and outside of the cath lab.

“In medical school training they tell us that you’re either a doer or a thinker — cardiology offers both for me. I am able to develop a relationship with my patients but also do procedures that make their lives better,” she said.

Dr. Lo also serves as the Medical Director for Right Rhythm Monitoring, a remote cardiac monitoring service. During her time off, she loves to travel and spend time with her family. Besides English, she speaks Mandarin and Taiwanese.

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Existing Patients: (501) 219-6468
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What patients are saying about Dr. Lo:

“Dr. Lo has performed many surgeries on my heart — she is the best. Thank you, Dr. Lo.” 

“Dr. Lo did an ablation on me in 2015, and I have had no problems since then. She was wonderful. Thank you, Dr. Lo.”

“Dr. Lo is an awesome doctor. She has controlled my husband’s AFIB!” 

“Dr. Lo was the most compassionate and caring physician our family has had…”

“Electrophysiologists do not get this good often. I highly, highly recommend Dr. Lo.” 

Dr. Lo in the news:

Dr. Lo named one of AY’s Best Women in Healthcare.

Dr. Lo named 2021 Intriguing Women of the Year

Uptick in ablation procedures linked to improved technology

Dr. Monica Lo: Treating atrial fibrillation with a heart electrician

FOX16 – The importance of sleep with Dr. Monica Lo

Health Matters: Advice for AFIB patients

Dr. Lo talks with KATV about ablations

Dr. Lo talks with FOX16 on importance of sleep

Understanding high heart rate and COVID-19

Red wine and heart health: Does a glass a day really help?

Dr. Michael Huber is a cardiologist, with a focus on diagnostic cardiology, nuclear cardiology and transesophageal echocardiogram (TEE) procedures, which use sound waves to assess the heart. He leads the Arkansas Heart pharmacy and therapeutics committee and congestive heart failure recovery program, where he specializes in the implantation of Cardiomems, a heart failure management device.

Dr. Huber is board certified in internal medicine, cardiovascular disease and nuclear cardiology. He earned his medical degree at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences before completing an internal medicine residency at Tripler Army Medical Center in Honolulu and his cardiology fellowship at Brooke Army Medical Center in San Antonio. Before joining the Arkansas Heart team, Dr. Huber served as staff cardiologist and director of the cardiac catheterization lab at Landstuhl Regional Medical Center in Germany, caring for acutely ill soldiers sent from Iraq and Afghanistan.

Recognized for his strong judgment and medical expertise, Dr. Huber enjoys making a difference in patients’ lives and is passionate about heart disease prevention and management of heart failure.

Get to know Dr. Huber

Why did you choose to go into medicine?

The practice of medicine was a true calling, and I am very fortunate for both the journey and the destination of my career. It is a pleasure to serve the citizens of Arkansas and work with the amazing staff and physicians at Arkansas Heart Hospital.

What patients are saying about Dr. Huber

“Dr. Huber has been amazing! He’s taken care of me going on seven years; I wouldn’t trust anyone else with my care. I am so blessed!”

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Existing Patients: (501) 978-3749
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Dr. Huber in the news:

Dr. Huber reacts to trending heart health videos in the Docs React series.

Aspirin with cardiovascular disease prevention with Dr. Huber

Dr. Joe Forney, originally from Hannibal, Missouri, is board certified in internal medicine and cardiovascular disease. After serving in the United States Navy, Dr. Forney attended undergraduate school at the University of Missouri at St. Louis and then the University of Missouri Medical School. After medical school, he completed his internship and residency in internal medicine at the University of Nebraska. During this time, he conducted research in cardiopulmonary resuscitation in the emergency room.

Following his fellowship, Dr. Forney established a cardiac catheterization laboratory and full line of cardiac services at a community hospital in Missouri. He then moved to Arizona and began serving as a cardiologist in the Phoenix area, where he remained for 16 years. Dr. Forney moved to West Plaines, Missouri, and worked there from 2006 to 2012. In addition to his main clinic in Little Rock, Dr. Forney sees patients in our North Little Rock office.

Dr. Forney’s hobbies include exercise, playing with his grandchildren and showing quarter horses. He currently serves on the board of directors of the Arkansas Ranch Sorting Association and shows cow horses at these events.

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Dr. James Kane is board certified in internal medicine and cardiovascular disease. He attended Hendrix College in his native Conway, Arkansas, before studying at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. He graduated with honors as a Doctor of Medicine in 1966. Dr. Kane completed his internship, residency and fellowship at the University of Arkansas Medical Center, where he eventually became an associate professor of medicine.

Prior to joining Arkansas Heart Hospital Clinic, he worked as staff cardiologist at Little Rock Veterans Administration Hospital. Dr. Kane has accrued hundreds of hours of continuing education, and his work has appeared in more than 50 medical publications.

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