Nelly Kazzaz
President of a private cardiology group in CNY. Practicing cardiologist with passion towards preventive cardiology and women’s cardiovascular health.
PHYSICIANS OR DOCTORAL LEVEL DEGREE
Member Since: 2026
Original Join Date: 2026
Professional Bio
Education: Master of Business Administration (MBA). Temple University, Philadelphia, PA. Jordan University – Faculty of Medicine.B.S. Medicine & Surgery, June 1995. Granted a full merit scholarship. Rosary College
Secondary Education Certificate, June 1989. Ranked 14th out of 56,000 students (top 1 percent)
Awards
• Exceptional Woman’s Award, Medicine, 2019
• American Heart Association Cardiology Fellow’s Forum of Excellence Award, 2001
Certifications & Licensing
• Unrestricted License to Practice Medicine: New York, Arkansas, Michigan, Illinois and the country of Jordan.
• Nuclear Medicine License: New York
• American Board of Internal Medicine
• American Board of Cardiovascular Diseases
• American Board of Nuclear Cardiology
Professional Experience
Co-Owner & president of
SJH Cardiology PC, Liverpool, NY
August 2016 – Present
• Oversee daily operations and strategic planning for a cardiology practice with 45 employees.
• Lead HR functions including hiring, performance reviews, and exit interviews.
• Manage financial and accounting reviews, marketing strategies, and investment planning.
• Enhance operational efficiency and staff training programs.
Radiation Safety Officer of SJH cardiology nuclear laboratory
SJH Cardiology, Syracuse, NY
August 2018 – Present
• Ensure compliance with radiation safety standards and regulations.
• Conduct staff training and quality control based on OSHA regulations.
• Maintain and renew accreditation for radiation safety in New York State.
Co-Chair
Go Red for Women, Syracuse, NY 2021
• Lead one of the largest Go Red for Women in the country, focusing on heart disease awareness among women and raise money for medical research.
Board Member
American Heart Association of Syracuse, NY
November 2020 – Present
• Contribute to strategic planning and community outreach programs.
• Personally involved in passing the NY state bill to extend Medicaid coverage for postpartum care from 60days to 12 months.
Secondary Education Certificate, June 1989. Ranked 14th out of 56,000 students (top 1 percent)
Awards
• Exceptional Woman’s Award, Medicine, 2019
• American Heart Association Cardiology Fellow’s Forum of Excellence Award, 2001
Certifications & Licensing
• Unrestricted License to Practice Medicine: New York, Arkansas, Michigan, Illinois and the country of Jordan.
• Nuclear Medicine License: New York
• American Board of Internal Medicine
• American Board of Cardiovascular Diseases
• American Board of Nuclear Cardiology
Professional Experience
Co-Owner & president of
SJH Cardiology PC, Liverpool, NY
August 2016 – Present
• Oversee daily operations and strategic planning for a cardiology practice with 45 employees.
• Lead HR functions including hiring, performance reviews, and exit interviews.
• Manage financial and accounting reviews, marketing strategies, and investment planning.
• Enhance operational efficiency and staff training programs.
Radiation Safety Officer of SJH cardiology nuclear laboratory
SJH Cardiology, Syracuse, NY
August 2018 – Present
• Ensure compliance with radiation safety standards and regulations.
• Conduct staff training and quality control based on OSHA regulations.
• Maintain and renew accreditation for radiation safety in New York State.
Co-Chair
Go Red for Women, Syracuse, NY 2021
• Lead one of the largest Go Red for Women in the country, focusing on heart disease awareness among women and raise money for medical research.
Board Member
American Heart Association of Syracuse, NY
November 2020 – Present
• Contribute to strategic planning and community outreach programs.
• Personally involved in passing the NY state bill to extend Medicaid coverage for postpartum care from 60days to 12 months.
Specialty
Cardiology