Arpit K Patel, MD, FACC
Dr. Arpit K. Patel, MD, FACC, is a distinguished board-certified cardiologist and Cardiovascular Specialist at Pulse Perfect™ in Piscataway, New Jersey, known for his clinical excellence, innovation, and leadership in preventive and non-invasive cardiology.
Dr. Patel graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Science in Biology from New Jersey City University before earning his Medical Degree from Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, where he was awarded the USA Funds Education Scholarship. He completed his internship and residency in Internal Medicine at Rutgers, receiving the Best Resident Teaching Award for the 2011–2012 academic year.
He continued his training at Rutgers with a rigorous fellowship in Cardiovascular Disease, gaining comprehensive expertise in echocardiography, stress testing, nuclear cardiology, vascular ultrasound, and cardiac catheterization. During fellowship, he earned both the Outstanding Fellow Award and the Excellence in Teaching Award in 2012–2013, reflecting his passion for education and clinical mastery.
Since beginning practice in 2015, Dr. Patel has served as an attending cardiologist at several esteemed institutions, including Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital–Hamilton, Capital Health Medical Center–Hopewell, and Penn Medicine Princeton Medical Center. He has held leadership roles as Medical Director of the Echocardiography Lab and Medical Director of the IAC-Accredited Nuclear Cardiology Lab at RWJUH–Hamilton, and has contributed to quality and safety initiatives as a member of the hospital’s Peer Review Committee.
Throughout his career, Dr. Patel has remained deeply committed to mentoring residents and fellows, consistently recognized for his dedication to teaching the next generation of cardiovascular specialists. In 2017, he was named a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology (FACC), a distinction reserved for leaders who demonstrate excellence in cardiovascular practice and scholarship.
His clinical achievements have earned him multiple honors, including being named America’s Top Cardiologist for three consecutive years (2016–2018), Marquis Who’s Who America’s Top Cardiologist in 2024, and the Health 2.0 Healthcare Excellence Award in 2025.
Dr. Patel is celebrated not only for his diagnostic and therapeutic expertise, but also for his commitment to education, innovation, and elevating the standard of cardiovascular care through precision medicine and mentorship.
• New Jersey City University - BS
• Rutgers - RobertWood Johnson Medical School - MD
• Cardiovascular disease and Hypertension
• Best Resident Teaching Award in Academic Year 2011-2012
• JACC
• AMA
• AHA
• JAMA
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Areas of Specialization/Expertise
- Cardiovascular Disease
What do you enjoy most about practicing medicine?
What I enjoy most about practicing medicine is the profound opportunity to change the trajectory of someone’s life. It is incredibly fulfilling to witness patients transform—not only physically, but also mentally and emotionally—as they regain health, confidence, and control over their future. I am especially passionate about proactive, preventive care that identifies risks years before they become problems. Being able to intervene early, guide patients toward lasting wellness, and see measurable improvement in their overall quality of life is truly the most rewarding part of my work.