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Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Certifications
American Board of Internal Medicine - Interv/Card
Hospital Affiliations
Wellstar Cobb Hospital
Wellstar Douglas Hospital
Wellstar Kennestone Hospital
Wellstar North Fulton Hospital
Wellstar Paulding Hospital
Wellstar Windy Hill Hospital
Wellstar West Georgia Medical Center
Languages spoken
English
Farsi
Patient Reviews
Overall patient rating
4.8
4.8
Based on 241 patient ratings
Listened to me carefully
4.89
I'd recommend this provider to family and friends
4.89
Shared the right amount of information
4.80
Earned my trust
4.75
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Patient Reviews
5
He saved my life
November 26, 2023
4
Initial visit with him and them
November 20, 2023
5
They are always kind & helpful.
November 12, 2023
5
I am very fortunate to have Dr. Achtchi as my doctor. His staff is also very nice and very professional.
November 11, 2023
5
The Doctor has always been very concerned about my health. He listened to my concerns and talks to me in my best interests
November 3, 2023
5
Very nice doctor and the front desk staff are very friendly too. Almost zero wait. So glad I decided to schedule here.
October 29, 2023
5
Dr. Achtchi was very personal and made me feel extremely comfortable. That's all I really have to say. Thank you.
October 18, 2023
5
Dr. Ahsan is the best cardiologist on Earth. Simple!
October 16, 2023
5
Very cordial staff. Doctor was very attentive in listening to my concerns.
October 14, 2023
5
It was great!
October 4, 2023
5
Understanding and made me feel at ease.
October 4, 2023
5
This doctor is exceptional and always takes the time to answer questions no matter how trivial to him. He directs me to the right person to enhance my medical situation.
September 23, 2023
5
Excellent care and service, timely appointments, friendly people, and convenient location.
September 22, 2023
5
Always a pleasant experience , professional, and attentive staff. Dr Achtchi really listens to the patient during the visit and doesn't rush and shows empathy. It's really means a lot to a patient.
September 20, 2023
5
Thank you for a good visit... The staff is very professional and caring.... Dr Achtchi was very patient and took the time to answer all my questions. Thank you so much Dr Achtchi!!!
September 11, 2023
5
Great
September 8, 2023
5
You must have a great hiring process because, just like every visit I:ve had at Wellstar, doctors and staff are attentive,knowledgeable and great bedside manner. Thank you
September 2, 2023
5
I have seen and communicated with this physician in his office and in the operating room. He is well respected and supported by everyone who has been in contact with him. He also handles tough questions with courtesy, and conviction. Highly recommended.
September 2, 2023
5
So into his profession. I feel 100 percent trust with him. I know exactly where i stand healthwise
September 2, 2023
5
He was very professional & did not waste my time.
August 27, 2023
5
Dr. Achtchi is an amazing Dr and has a wonderful manner about him. He's been my cardiologist for three years and I trust him.
August 26, 2023
5
I really liked Dr. Ahsan Achtchi He listened to me and recommended some tests for me to be sure nothing was wrong
August 24, 2023
5
Respects and Thank you
August 19, 2023
5
The team that assisted in the office was really great this helps a lot with getting things done for the patients.
August 19, 2023
5
Dr. Achtchi was refreshing and delightful to deal with. My first visit to this practice was reassuring and informative.
August 11, 2023
5
It's ridiculous to ask patients to come at 12;45 to check in when the office is closed till 1:00 for lunch.
August 8, 2023
5
I felt very comfortable with the explanation of my condition and the care for it moving forward. I believe I will continue to receive excellent care from Dr. Achtchi and the Wellstar team.
August 8, 2023
5
Over and above in 3 attempts to obtain medical records by office staff prior to appointment. Dr. Achtchi listened and gave informed info as to disease/ procedure. Wait time was minimal and all handled efficiently. . Thanks to all.
August 5, 2023
5
Good experience
August 5, 2023
5
Always great service when I come to Wellstar Cardio!
August 3, 2023
5
He saved my life
November 26, 2023
5
They are always kind & helpful.
November 12, 2023
5
I am very fortunate to have Dr. Achtchi as my doctor. His staff is also very nice and very professional.
November 11, 2023
5
The Doctor has always been very concerned about my health. He listened to my concerns and talks to me in my best interests
November 3, 2023
5
Very nice doctor and the front desk staff are very friendly too. Almost zero wait. So glad I decided to schedule here.
October 29, 2023
5
Dr. Achtchi was very personal and made me feel extremely comfortable. That's all I really have to say. Thank you.
October 18, 2023
5
Dr. Ahsan is the best cardiologist on Earth. Simple!
October 16, 2023
5
Very cordial staff. Doctor was very attentive in listening to my concerns.
October 14, 2023
5
It was great!
October 4, 2023
5
Understanding and made me feel at ease.
October 4, 2023
5
This doctor is exceptional and always takes the time to answer questions no matter how trivial to him. He directs me to the right person to enhance my medical situation.
September 23, 2023
5
Excellent care and service, timely appointments, friendly people, and convenient location.
September 22, 2023
5
Always a pleasant experience , professional, and attentive staff. Dr Achtchi really listens to the patient during the visit and doesn't rush and shows empathy. It's really means a lot to a patient.
September 20, 2023
5
Thank you for a good visit... The staff is very professional and caring.... Dr Achtchi was very patient and took the time to answer all my questions. Thank you so much Dr Achtchi!!!
September 11, 2023
5
Great
September 8, 2023
5
You must have a great hiring process because, just like every visit I:ve had at Wellstar, doctors and staff are attentive,knowledgeable and great bedside manner. Thank you
September 2, 2023
5
I have seen and communicated with this physician in his office and in the operating room. He is well respected and supported by everyone who has been in contact with him. He also handles tough questions with courtesy, and conviction. Highly recommended.
September 2, 2023
5
So into his profession. I feel 100 percent trust with him. I know exactly where i stand healthwise
September 2, 2023
5
He was very professional & did not waste my time.
August 27, 2023
5
Dr. Achtchi is an amazing Dr and has a wonderful manner about him. He's been my cardiologist for three years and I trust him.
August 26, 2023
5
I really liked Dr. Ahsan Achtchi He listened to me and recommended some tests for me to be sure nothing was wrong
August 24, 2023
5
Respects and Thank you
August 19, 2023
5
The team that assisted in the office was really great this helps a lot with getting things done for the patients.
August 19, 2023
5
Dr. Achtchi was refreshing and delightful to deal with. My first visit to this practice was reassuring and informative.
August 11, 2023
5
It's ridiculous to ask patients to come at 12;45 to check in when the office is closed till 1:00 for lunch.
August 8, 2023
5
I felt very comfortable with the explanation of my condition and the care for it moving forward. I believe I will continue to receive excellent care from Dr. Achtchi and the Wellstar team.
August 8, 2023
5
Over and above in 3 attempts to obtain medical records by office staff prior to appointment. Dr. Achtchi listened and gave informed info as to disease/ procedure. Wait time was minimal and all handled efficiently. . Thanks to all.
August 5, 2023
5
Good experience
August 5, 2023
5
Always great service when I come to Wellstar Cardio!
August 3, 2023
4
Initial visit with him and them
November 20, 2023
4
Initial visit with him and them
November 20, 2023
5
He saved my life
November 26, 2023
5
They are always kind & helpful.
November 12, 2023
5
I am very fortunate to have Dr. Achtchi as my doctor. His staff is also very nice and very professional.
November 11, 2023
5
The Doctor has always been very concerned about my health. He listened to my concerns and talks to me in my best interests
November 3, 2023
5
Very nice doctor and the front desk staff are very friendly too. Almost zero wait. So glad I decided to schedule here.
October 29, 2023
5
Dr. Achtchi was very personal and made me feel extremely comfortable. That's all I really have to say. Thank you.
October 18, 2023
5
Dr. Ahsan is the best cardiologist on Earth. Simple!
October 16, 2023
5
Very cordial staff. Doctor was very attentive in listening to my concerns.
October 14, 2023
5
It was great!
October 4, 2023
5
Understanding and made me feel at ease.
October 4, 2023
5
This doctor is exceptional and always takes the time to answer questions no matter how trivial to him. He directs me to the right person to enhance my medical situation.
September 23, 2023
5
Excellent care and service, timely appointments, friendly people, and convenient location.
September 22, 2023
5
Always a pleasant experience , professional, and attentive staff. Dr Achtchi really listens to the patient during the visit and doesn't rush and shows empathy. It's really means a lot to a patient.
September 20, 2023
5
Thank you for a good visit... The staff is very professional and caring.... Dr Achtchi was very patient and took the time to answer all my questions. Thank you so much Dr Achtchi!!!
September 11, 2023
5
Great
September 8, 2023
5
You must have a great hiring process because, just like every visit I:ve had at Wellstar, doctors and staff are attentive,knowledgeable and great bedside manner. Thank you
September 2, 2023
5
I have seen and communicated with this physician in his office and in the operating room. He is well respected and supported by everyone who has been in contact with him. He also handles tough questions with courtesy, and conviction. Highly recommended.
September 2, 2023
5
So into his profession. I feel 100 percent trust with him. I know exactly where i stand healthwise
September 2, 2023
5
He was very professional & did not waste my time.
August 27, 2023
5
Dr. Achtchi is an amazing Dr and has a wonderful manner about him. He's been my cardiologist for three years and I trust him.
August 26, 2023
5
I really liked Dr. Ahsan Achtchi He listened to me and recommended some tests for me to be sure nothing was wrong
August 24, 2023
5
Respects and Thank you
August 19, 2023
5
The team that assisted in the office was really great this helps a lot with getting things done for the patients.
August 19, 2023
5
Dr. Achtchi was refreshing and delightful to deal with. My first visit to this practice was reassuring and informative.
August 11, 2023
5
It's ridiculous to ask patients to come at 12;45 to check in when the office is closed till 1:00 for lunch.
August 8, 2023
5
I felt very comfortable with the explanation of my condition and the care for it moving forward. I believe I will continue to receive excellent care from Dr. Achtchi and the Wellstar team.
August 8, 2023
5
Over and above in 3 attempts to obtain medical records by office staff prior to appointment. Dr. Achtchi listened and gave informed info as to disease/ procedure. Wait time was minimal and all handled efficiently. . Thanks to all.
August 5, 2023
5
Good experience
August 5, 2023
5
Always great service when I come to Wellstar Cardio!
August 3, 2023
5
He saved my life
November 26, 2023
4
Initial visit with him and them
November 20, 2023
5
They are always kind & helpful.
November 12, 2023
5
I am very fortunate to have Dr. Achtchi as my doctor. His staff is also very nice and very professional.
November 11, 2023
5
The Doctor has always been very concerned about my health. He listened to my concerns and talks to me in my best interests
November 3, 2023
5
Very nice doctor and the front desk staff are very friendly too. Almost zero wait. So glad I decided to schedule here.
October 29, 2023
5
Dr. Achtchi was very personal and made me feel extremely comfortable. That's all I really have to say. Thank you.
October 18, 2023
5
Dr. Ahsan is the best cardiologist on Earth. Simple!
October 16, 2023
5
Very cordial staff. Doctor was very attentive in listening to my concerns.
October 14, 2023
5
It was great!
October 4, 2023
5
Understanding and made me feel at ease.
October 4, 2023
5
This doctor is exceptional and always takes the time to answer questions no matter how trivial to him. He directs me to the right person to enhance my medical situation.
September 23, 2023
5
Excellent care and service, timely appointments, friendly people, and convenient location.
September 22, 2023
5
Always a pleasant experience , professional, and attentive staff. Dr Achtchi really listens to the patient during the visit and doesn't rush and shows empathy. It's really means a lot to a patient.
September 20, 2023
5
Thank you for a good visit... The staff is very professional and caring.... Dr Achtchi was very patient and took the time to answer all my questions. Thank you so much Dr Achtchi!!!
September 11, 2023
5
Great
September 8, 2023
5
You must have a great hiring process because, just like every visit I:ve had at Wellstar, doctors and staff are attentive,knowledgeable and great bedside manner. Thank you
September 2, 2023
5
I have seen and communicated with this physician in his office and in the operating room. He is well respected and supported by everyone who has been in contact with him. He also handles tough questions with courtesy, and conviction. Highly recommended.
September 2, 2023
5
So into his profession. I feel 100 percent trust with him. I know exactly where i stand healthwise
September 2, 2023
5
He was very professional & did not waste my time.
August 27, 2023
5
Dr. Achtchi is an amazing Dr and has a wonderful manner about him. He's been my cardiologist for three years and I trust him.
August 26, 2023
5
I really liked Dr. Ahsan Achtchi He listened to me and recommended some tests for me to be sure nothing was wrong
August 24, 2023
5
Respects and Thank you
August 19, 2023
5
The team that assisted in the office was really great this helps a lot with getting things done for the patients.
August 19, 2023
5
Dr. Achtchi was refreshing and delightful to deal with. My first visit to this practice was reassuring and informative.
August 11, 2023
5
It's ridiculous to ask patients to come at 12;45 to check in when the office is closed till 1:00 for lunch.
August 8, 2023
5
I felt very comfortable with the explanation of my condition and the care for it moving forward. I believe I will continue to receive excellent care from Dr. Achtchi and the Wellstar team.
August 8, 2023
5
Over and above in 3 attempts to obtain medical records by office staff prior to appointment. Dr. Achtchi listened and gave informed info as to disease/ procedure. Wait time was minimal and all handled efficiently. . Thanks to all.
August 5, 2023
5
Good experience
August 5, 2023
5
Always great service when I come to Wellstar Cardio!
August 3, 2023
5
Always great service when I come to Wellstar Cardio!
August 3, 2023
5
Good experience
August 5, 2023
5
Over and above in 3 attempts to obtain medical records by office staff prior to appointment. Dr. Achtchi listened and gave informed info as to disease/ procedure. Wait time was minimal and all handled efficiently. . Thanks to all.
August 5, 2023
5
I felt very comfortable with the explanation of my condition and the care for it moving forward. I believe I will continue to receive excellent care from Dr. Achtchi and the Wellstar team.
August 8, 2023
5
It's ridiculous to ask patients to come at 12;45 to check in when the office is closed till 1:00 for lunch.
August 8, 2023
5
Dr. Achtchi was refreshing and delightful to deal with. My first visit to this practice was reassuring and informative.
August 11, 2023
5
The team that assisted in the office was really great this helps a lot with getting things done for the patients.
August 19, 2023
5
Respects and Thank you
August 19, 2023
5
I really liked Dr. Ahsan Achtchi He listened to me and recommended some tests for me to be sure nothing was wrong
August 24, 2023
5
Dr. Achtchi is an amazing Dr and has a wonderful manner about him. He's been my cardiologist for three years and I trust him.
August 26, 2023
5
He was very professional & did not waste my time.
August 27, 2023
5
So into his profession. I feel 100 percent trust with him. I know exactly where i stand healthwise
September 2, 2023
5
I have seen and communicated with this physician in his office and in the operating room. He is well respected and supported by everyone who has been in contact with him. He also handles tough questions with courtesy, and conviction. Highly recommended.
September 2, 2023
5
You must have a great hiring process because, just like every visit I:ve had at Wellstar, doctors and staff are attentive,knowledgeable and great bedside manner. Thank you
September 2, 2023
5
Great
September 8, 2023
5
Thank you for a good visit... The staff is very professional and caring.... Dr Achtchi was very patient and took the time to answer all my questions. Thank you so much Dr Achtchi!!!
September 11, 2023
5
Always a pleasant experience , professional, and attentive staff. Dr Achtchi really listens to the patient during the visit and doesn't rush and shows empathy. It's really means a lot to a patient.
September 20, 2023
5
Excellent care and service, timely appointments, friendly people, and convenient location.
September 22, 2023
5
This doctor is exceptional and always takes the time to answer questions no matter how trivial to him. He directs me to the right person to enhance my medical situation.
September 23, 2023
5
Understanding and made me feel at ease.
October 4, 2023
5
It was great!
October 4, 2023
5
Very cordial staff. Doctor was very attentive in listening to my concerns.
October 14, 2023
5
Dr. Ahsan is the best cardiologist on Earth. Simple!
October 16, 2023
5
Dr. Achtchi was very personal and made me feel extremely comfortable. That's all I really have to say. Thank you.
October 18, 2023
5
Very nice doctor and the front desk staff are very friendly too. Almost zero wait. So glad I decided to schedule here.
October 29, 2023
5
The Doctor has always been very concerned about my health. He listened to my concerns and talks to me in my best interests
November 3, 2023
5
I am very fortunate to have Dr. Achtchi as my doctor. His staff is also very nice and very professional.
November 11, 2023
5
They are always kind & helpful.
November 12, 2023
4
Initial visit with him and them
November 20, 2023
5
He saved my life
November 26, 2023
Publications and Articles
Wellstar North Fulton Medical Center Completes 250 Procedures Treating Venous Thromboembolism
According to the American Heart Association, VTE is the third most common vascular diagnosis after heart attacks and strokes, and affects between 300,000 and 600,000 Americans each year. There are two types of VTE:
Deep vein thrombosis is a clot in a deep vein. It usually occurs in the leg, but it can also appear in the arms.
A pulmonary embolism occurs when a clot breaks off the vein and travels to the lungs, blocking the blood supply.
VTE can be fatal and can cause lifelong disability. Early intervention is crucial. At Wellstar North Fulton, the heart care team was an early adopter of a groundbreaking treatment for VTE, which uses a catheter to remove the clot. The healthcare provider inserts the catheter through the groin and navigates it to the clot for treatment.
“This has been a game changer in the treatment of this disease,” said Wellstar Cardiologist Dr. Ahsan Achtchi. “We’re seeing a lot less long-term disability and a lot less deaths in patients who come to the hospital with a blood clot.”
Wellstar North Fulton continues to receive referrals from around the region for this procedure and is one of the highest volume hospitals for VTE care in metro Atlanta.
Previous treatment options included open chest surgery, blood thinners and clot-busting medications. These methods posed a higher risk of complications, especially for patients who have recently undergone another surgical procedure. Because a recent surgery can put a patient at higher risk for VTE, using a catheter to remove the clot is safer for many patients. This new treatment method has reduced patients’ hospital stays for VTE from an average of five to seven days to only one or two days, according to Dr. Achtchi.
“Typically with this procedure, patients feel better almost immediately, and their recovery outside the hospital is a lot more complete and brisk,” he said.
Recognizing and preventing VTE
If you or someone else is showing signs of VTE, seek emergency care as soon as possible.
Symptoms of VTE include:
Swelling of the legs
Lightheadedness or fainting
Shortness of breath
Chest pain
Risk factors for VTE include not moving for a longer period of time—such as when someone is on bed rest following surgery—as well as some medical conditions, including diabetes, high blood pressure, blood clotting disorders or kidney disease. Your Wellstar provider can help you evaluate your risk of VTE and manage your risk factors.
