Irsa Munir, M.D., F.A.C.C.
Assistant Clinical Professor
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Locations and Contact
Lawrence J. Ellison Ambulatory Care Center
Lawrence J. Ellison Ambulatory Care Center
4860 Y St.
Sacramento, CA 95817
UC Davis Medical Center
UC Davis Medical Center
2315 Stockton Blvd.
Sacramento, CA 95817
Phone: 800-2-UCDAVIS (800-282-3284)
Philosophy of Care
My approach to patient care is rooted in precision, compassion, and thoughtful integration of advanced cardiovascular imaging into clinical decision-making. I strive to deliver patient-centered care that not only addresses disease but also aligns with each patient's values, concerns, and long-term goals.
Equally important is clear communication and patient education. I prioritize building trust by ensuring that patients understand their condition and are active participants in their care decisions. My goal is to combine technical expertise with empathy, creating a care environment that is both scientifically rigorous and deeply human.
Clinical Interests
My clinical interests are centered on non-invasive cardiology with a specialization in advanced cardiac imaging. I have a strong focus on multimodality imaging, including echocardiography, cardiac CT, and nuclear cardiology, with particular expertise in imaging for transcatheter interventions. My clinical goal is to leverage imaging as a tool to enhance diagnostic accuracy, guide interventions, and improve patient outcomes in complex cardiovascular disease.
Research/Academic Interests
My research focuses on the application of advanced cardiac imaging to improve outcomes in structural heart disease. I am particularly interested in optimizing multimodality imaging strategies—including echocardiography, intracardiac echocardiography, and cardiac CT—to enhance procedural planning and guidance for transcatheter interventions.
More broadly, my research aims to bridge the gap between imaging innovation and clinical application, with a focus on improving procedural safety, efficiency, and patient outcomes in structural and valvular heart disease.
Division
Cardiovascular Medicine
Center/Program Affiliation
Medical School
M.D., Rawalpindi Medical College, Rawalpindi Pakistan 2013
Internship
Internal Medicine, SUNY Downstate Medical Center, Brooklyn NY 2017-2018
Residency
Internal Medicine, SUNY Downstate Medical Center, Brooklyn NY 2018-2020
Residency
Chief Resident, SUNY Downstate Medical Center, Brooklyn NY 2020-2021
Fellowship
Cardiovascular Disease, New York Presbyterian, Manhattan NY 2021-2024
Fellowship
Advanced Cardiac Imaging, UC Davis Medical Center, Sacramento CA 2024-2025
Chief Fellow, Cardiovascular Disease Fellowship, New York Presbyterian, 2023 -2024,
Chief Resident, Internal Medicine, SUNY Downstate Medical Center, 2020-2021,
Intern of the year, Honorable Mention, SUNY Downstate Medical Center, 2017-2018,
Commitment to Learning Award, SUNY Downstate Medical Center, 2017-2018,
Valedictorian and Gold Medalist, Rawalpindi Medical College, Pakistan, 2013,
Magadum A, Singh N, Kurian AA, Munir I, et al. Pkm2 regulates cardiomyocyte cell cycle and promotes cardiac regeneration. Circulation. 2020;141(15):1249–1265. PMID: 32078387.
Lado-Abeal J, Munir I, Al-Zubaidi K, Mohammed S, Tadisina S, et al. Heart ventricular function in hospitalized patients with severe hypothyroidism and myxedema coma. The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism. 2026. PMID: 41612686.
Chen L, Pham T, Aman E, Khong A, Munir I, Dong T, Munir M, Smith T, Rogers J, Singh G. Combined Direct-Current Cardioversion and Left Atrial Appendage Occlusion in Patients With Contraindication to Anticoagulation: A Single Center Feasibility Study. * IN PRESS*
Munir I, Mehmood T. Spontaneous coronary artery dissection: to revascularize or not. Journal of the American College of Cardiology. 2023;81(Suppl 8)
Munir I, Chalaby S, Pham T, Singh G, Atsina K, Aman E, Smith T. Height matters: 2-dimensional versus 3-dimensional multiplanar reconstruction–guided transseptal puncture in mitral transcatheter edge-to-edge repair. Structural Heart. 2025;9:100605.
Kane JA, Mehmood T, Munir I, Kamran H, Kariyanna PT, et al. Cardiovascular risk reduction associated with pharmacological weight loss: a meta-analysis. International Journal of Clinical Research & Trials. 2019;4(1)
Mehmood T, Munir I, Pena-Teotico ME, Graham-Hill S, Rehman S. Atypical presentation of non-ST elevation myocardial infarction in a young Bengali woman. Journal of the American College of Cardiology. 2019;73(9 Suppl 1):2913.