Ohio Valley HeartCare Team

The physicians at Ohio Valley HeartCare, along with St. Mary's, provide the most comprehensive cardiology and cardiovascular surgery services to the tri-state. Focusing exclusively on the cardiovascular health and well being of our patients, we are committed to providing an unwavering standard of excellence in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of heart disease.

Cardiologists -

• Philip H. Behrens, M.D., FACC
• Philip R. Casino, M.D., FACC
• David B. Curtis, M.D., FACC
• Waji Mohammed, M.D., FACC
• Asim Rehman, M.D., FACP, FACC

  Pediatric Cardiologist -

• Deepa H. Kumbar, M.D., F.A.A.P., F.A.C.C.

Electrophysiologist -

• Umang M. Patel, M.D., F.A.C.C.
• Asem A. Rimawi, M.D., F.A.C.C.  

Cardiovascular and Thoracic/Lung Surgery - 

• Elizabeth G. Butler, M.D.

Nurse Practitioners -

• Shaleen L. Ayers, MSN, CNS
• Vande L. Cox, MSN, FNP
• Kacy S. Jones, MSN, ACNP
• Claudia R. Merkley, MSN, ACNP-BC, APRN-BC
• Diane DeStefano, ACNP

Physician Assistant -

• Jessica Browne, PA-C

Clinical Directors -

• Rick Anglen, PA-C, RVT
• Pam Duncan BS, CNMT, RT(R)
• Rita A. France, RT, RDMS, RDCS