Heart and Vascular Institute Team
Andre K. Artis, MD, FACC, Cardiology
Dr. Artis is a board certified cardiology specialist who considers medicine to be an art as well as a science. As a result, he spends a great deal of time getting to know his patients. His areas of expertise include general and interventional cardiology, including heart failure, peripheral vascular disease and coronary artery disease. He is an assistant clinical professor of medicine at Indiana University and a member of the Association of Black Cardiologists board of directors.
5800 Broadway, Merrillville – 219-884-9180
Michael T. Broman, MD, PhD, Cardiac Electrophysiology
Dr. Broman is a board-certified specialist in cardiovascular disease and clinical cardiac electrophysiology, with expertise in treating complex arrhythmias, including atrial fibrillation and ventricular tachycardia. He delivers advanced, high-quality care while prioritizing clear communication with patients and families to support informed decisions and the best possible outcomes.
200 E. 89th Avenue, Pavilion B, Merrillville – 219-644-3957
Siddharth Kakodkar, MD, Cardiac Electrophysiology
Dr. Kakodkar is a board-certified cardiology and cardiac electrophysiology specialist whose practice is devoted to treating and managing all forms of heart rhythm disorders. His areas of treatment expertise include atrial fibrillation ablation, including pulse field ablation, ventricular tachycardia and PVC ablation, and supraventricular tachycardia (SVT) ablation. He also has considerable experience with Watchman, pacemaker and defibrillator implantation, as well as cardiac resynchronization therapy device implantation.
200 E. 89th Avenue, Pavilion B, Merrillville – 219-644-3957
6625 W. Lincoln Hwy., Suite 4, Crown Point – 219-644-3957
Majd Kanbour, MD, Interventional Cardiology
Dr. Kanbour is constantly challenging himself stay current with the continual advances in the interventional cardiology field. He is board certified in cardiology, interventional cardiology, echocardiography and nuclear cardiology. Dr. Kanbour treats a wide range of heart and vascular issues including coronary artery disease, peripheral artery disease, valvular heart disease, deep vein thrombosis, pulmonary embolism and aortic aneurysm.
5800 Broadway, Merrillville – 219-884-9180
200 E. 89th Avenue, Pavilion B, Merrillville – 219-644-3957
Jovil Kannampuzha, MD, Cardiology
Dr. Kannampuzha is board certified in internal medicine, cardiovascular disease and cardiac computed tomography. The partnerships he nurtures with his patients are intended to promote effective communication and cooperation that result in more accurate diagnoses and successful evidence-based treatment and management solutions. Dr. Kannampuzha’s areas of expertise include coronary artery disease, heart failure, arrhythmia and cardio-oncology.
6625 W. Lincoln Hwy., Suite 4, Crown Point – 219-644-3957
5800 Broadway, Merrillville – 219-884-9180
1828 165th Street, Hammond – 219-644-3957
Mihas Kodenchery, MD, Cardiology
Dr. Kodenchery believes that treating the heart with medication, technical procedures and the latest technology can greatly improve people’s lives. He is certified by the American College of Cardiology, the American Society of Echocardiography and the American Society of Nuclear Cardiology. Dr. Kodenchery’s area’s of expertise include coronary artery disease, peripheral vascular disease, carotid artery disease and preventive cardiology.
5800 Broadway, Merrillville – 219-884-9180
Thach N. Nguyen, MD, Cardiology
Dr. Nguyen is the author of three books about clinical and interventional cardiology, and the lead or senior author of more than 50 major cardiology journal articles. He is board certified in internal medicine, cardiovascular disease and interventional cardiology. Dr. Nguyen’s clinical cardiology areas of focus include heart failure, syncope, coronary angioplasty and stenting.
200 E. 89th Avenue, Merrillville – 219-644-3957
1781 W. Morthland Drive, Valparaiso – 219-299-2736
Charles L. Okoro, MD, Cardiology
Board certified in cardiovascular disease and subspecialty trained in nuclear cardiology, Dr. Okoro takes a personal approach to every patient visit to ensure that every treatment plan is tailored to unique, individual needs of that patient. He has considerable experience in non-invasive and invasive cardiology care, as well as complex heart failure management.
200 E. 89th Avenue, Merrillville – 219-644-3957
Harish Shah, MD, Cardiology
Dr. Shah’s professional certifications include an American College of Cardiology fellowship and board certifications in internal medicine, cardiovascular disease and nuclear cardiology. His areas of expertise include preventive cardiology, high cholesterol, coronary artery disease, angioplasty, stents, peripheral vascular disease, heart failure and general cardiology.
200 E. 89th Avenue, Merrillville – 219-644-3957
2269 West 25th Avenue, Gary – 219-644-3957
1212 N. Broad Street, Griffith – 219-644-3957
Vijay Shah, MD, Cardiology
Dr. Shah is a board-certified cardiologist who emphasizes evidence-based care, open communication, and strong, long-term relationships with his patients. With expertise in preventive cardiology, nuclear cardiology, and echocardiography, he works closely with patients and their families to support informed decisions and achieve the best possible outcomes.
311 E. 89th Avenue, Merrillville – 219-756-8400
8792 E. Ridge Road, Hobart – 219-756-8400
Hiroto Kitahara, MD, Cardiac Surgery
Dr. Kitahara is a highly skilled cardiac surgeon spcialaing in robotic assisted and minimally invasive procedures including valve repair, arrhythmia surgery, and coronary bypass.
200 E. 89th Avenue, Pavilion B, Merrillville – 219-644-3957
Louis W. Elkins, MD, FACS, RPVI, RVT,
Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery
Dr. Elkins is a quadruple board certified cardiothoracic and vascular surgeon specializing in minimally invasive robotic and thorascopic procedures. He treats complex cardiovascular disease, aortic aneurisms and vascular conditions using advanced endovascular and open techniques.
200 E. 89th Avenue, Pavilion B, Merrillville – 219-644-3957