Interventional Cardiologist Andrey Espinoza Earns Ninth Consecutive Castle Connolly Top Doctor Recognition

Interventional cardiologist Andrey Espinoza, MD, has received the Castle Connolly Top Doctor designation for the ninth consecutive year, placing him among approximately 7 percent of licensed physicians nationwide who earn this annual distinction. Dr. Espinoza practices at the Advanced Heart and Vascular Institute of Hunterdon, where he specializes in percutaneous vascular interventions, carotid artery angioplasty, and stent procedures. His clinical expertise spans acute coronary syndrome, arrhythmia, atherosclerosis, blood clots, heart attack, heart block, heart diseases, heart failure, hypertension, hypercholesterolemia, stroke, and peripheral arterial and venous disease management.

Board-certified in interventional cardiology, cardiovascular diseases, internal medicine, and endovascular medicine, Dr. Espinoza is a Fellow of both the American College of Cardiology and the Society of Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions. He emphasizes a patient care philosophy that combines advanced medical technology with compassionate understanding, ensuring patients comprehensively grasp their conditions and treatment options. This approach aligns with his belief that while medicine constantly evolves, fundamental principles of patient care remain unchanged.

Beyond clinical practice, Dr. Espinoza contributes to professional organizations including the Society of Cardiac Angiography and Interventions and the Intersocietal Accreditation Commission, while also serving on the editorial board of Cardiac Interventions Today. His scholarly work includes numerous scientific publications and a contribution to the book Strategic Approaches in Coronary Intervention. The Castle Connolly selection process involves peer nominations, rigorous screening, and research into medical education, training, hospital appointments, and disciplinary histories, making the recognition particularly meaningful within the medical community.

Dr. Espinoza expressed humility about the repeated honor, stating the recognition is prestigious while acknowledging medicine's constant evolution. He maintains that core approaches to patient care have endured, reflecting his daily work ethic and professional beliefs. The sustained recognition underscores the significance of consistent clinical excellence and dedication to patient-centered medicine in cardiovascular specialties, where technological advancements and treatment methodologies continue to progress rapidly. This ongoing acknowledgment from peers highlights the value placed on both technical expertise and compassionate care delivery in achieving optimal patient outcomes in complex cardiac and vascular conditions.