Our Cardiologists
Brian Z. Bilchik, M.D., F.A.C.C
Managing Director
Brian Z. Bilchik, MD graduated from the University of Witwatersrand Medical School in Johannesburg, South Africa in 1989. He completed his residency training at St. Mary’s Health Center, St. Louis, Missouri, and his fellowship in Cardiovascular Disease at Brigham and Women’s Hospital. Dr. Bilchik is Board Certified in Cardiovascular Disease, Internal Medicine, Echocardiography, and Nuclear Cardiology. Dr. Bilchik focuses on second opinions, coronary disease, valvular heart disease, and arrhythmias. He is passionate about wellness, physical activity, and prevention. He has been involved in national and global research and educational programs. He is an Assistant Professor in Medicine at Harvard Medical School. Dr. Bilchik joined the Lown staff in 1997.
Dr. Bilchik is an avid exerciser; he holds a black belt in karate and plays squash or cycles most days. Exercise is his favorite prescription. Dr. Bilchik's newest passion is kiteboarding.
Brian Z. Bilchik, M.D., F.A.C.C
Managing Director
Brian Z. Bilchik, MD graduated from the University of Witwatersrand Medical School in Johannesburg, South Africa in 1989. He completed his residency training at St. Mary’s Health Center, St. Louis, Missouri, and his fellowship in Cardiovascular Disease at Brigham and Women’s Hospital. Dr. Bilchik is Board Certified in Cardiovascular Disease, Internal Medicine, Echocardiography, and Nuclear Cardiology. Dr. Bilchik focuses on second opinions, coronary disease, valvular heart disease, and arrhythmias. He is passionate about wellness, physical activity, and prevention. He has been involved in national and global research and educational programs. He is an Assistant Professor in Medicine at Harvard Medical School. Dr. Bilchik joined the Lown staff in 1997.
Dr. Bilchik is an avid exerciser; he holds a black belt in karate and plays squash or cycles most days. Exercise is his favorite prescription. Dr. Bilchik's newest passion is kiteboarding.
Charles M. Blatt, M.D., F.A.C.C
Charles M. Blatt, MD graduated from the Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons in 1978 and completed his residency at Beth Israel Hospital, Boston and his fellowship in Cardiovascular Disease at Brigham and Women’s Hospital. Dr. Blatt is Board Certified in Cardiovascular Disease and Internal Medicine. His clinical work has focused on the management of patients with coronary and valvular heart disease, atrial fibrillation, and the impact of psychological stress upon the heart. He has directed several research projects focusing on the roles of depression and anxiety in coronary artery disease. He is an Assistant Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School. Dr. Blatt joined the Lown staff in 1984.
Dr. Blatt is an outdoorsman and enjoys sailing in the summer months and skiing in the winter. He walks daily as part of routine exercise.
Charles M. Blatt, M.D., F.A.C.C
Charles M. Blatt, MD graduated from the Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons in 1978 and completed his residency at Beth Israel Hospital, Boston and his fellowship in Cardiovascular Disease at Brigham and Women’s Hospital. Dr. Blatt is Board Certified in Cardiovascular Disease and Internal Medicine. His clinical work has focused on the management of patients with coronary and valvular heart disease, atrial fibrillation, and the impact of psychological stress upon the heart. He has directed several research projects focusing on the roles of depression and anxiety in coronary artery disease. He is an Assistant Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School. Dr. Blatt joined the Lown staff in 1984.
Dr. Blatt is an outdoorsman and enjoys sailing in the summer months and skiing in the winter. He walks daily as part of routine exercise.
Charles M. Blatt, M.D., F.A.C.C
Charles M. Blatt, MD graduated from the Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons in 1978 and completed his residency at Beth Israel Hospital, Boston and his fellowship in Cardiovascular Disease at Brigham and Women’s Hospital. Dr. Blatt is Board Certified in Cardiovascular Disease and Internal Medicine. His clinical work has focused on the management of patients with coronary and valvular heart disease, atrial fibrillation, and the impact of psychological stress upon the heart. He has directed several research projects focusing on the roles of depression and anxiety in coronary artery disease. He is an Assistant Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School. Dr. Blatt joined the Lown staff in 1984.
Dr. Blatt is an outdoorsman and enjoys sailing in the summer months and skiing in the winter. He walks daily as part of routine exercise.
Alyson Kelley-Hedgepeth, M.D., F.A.C.C
Co-Director of Women's Cardiology Program
Alyson Kelley-Hedgepeth, MD graduated from Boston University Medical School in 2003. She trained in Internal Medicine at Massachusetts General Hospital and completed a Fellowship in Cardiology at Tufts Medical Center. Dr. Kelley-Hedgepeth is Board Certified/Eligible in Cardiovascular Disease and Echocardiography and a Diplomate of the American Board of Internal Medicine. She also works as a clinical-preceptor and is on staff at Harvard Medical School. Dr. Kelley-Hedgepeth has extensive experience in managing coronary artery disease, heart failure, and arrhythmias. Prior to joining the Lown Cardiovascular Group, Dr. Kelley-Hedgepeth worked for almost a decade as a non-invasive cardiologist at a multispecialty medical center. There she developed cardiac disease management programs, including heart failure treatment pathways and a post-hospitalization specialized clinic. Dr. Kelley-Hedgepeth is committed to providing personalized cardiovascular care with an emphasis on subclinical atherosclerotic disease detection, metabolic heath, and cardiac prevention. She specializes in cardiac lifestyle assessment and women’s cardiovascular disease.
Dr. Kelley-Hedgepeth enjoys spending time outdoors with her husband, kids and dog. She enjoys walking/ hiking and skiing in the White Mountains. Her hobbies also include yoga, reading and traveling with her family.
Alyson Kelley-Hedgepeth, M.D., F.A.C.C
Co-Director of Women's Cardiology Program
Alyson Kelley-Hedgepeth, MD graduated from Boston University Medical School in 2003. She trained in Internal Medicine at Massachusetts General Hospital and completed a Fellowship in Cardiology at Tufts Medical Center. Dr. Kelley-Hedgepeth is Board Certified/Eligible in Cardiovascular Disease and Echocardiography and a Diplomate of the American Board of Internal Medicine. She also works as a clinical-preceptor and is on staff at Harvard Medical School. Dr. Kelley-Hedgepeth has extensive experience in managing coronary artery disease, heart failure, and arrhythmias. Prior to joining the Lown Cardiovascular Group, Dr. Kelley-Hedgepeth worked for almost a decade as a non-invasive cardiologist at a multispecialty medical center. There she developed cardiac disease management programs, including heart failure treatment pathways and a post-hospitalization specialized clinic. Dr. Kelley-Hedgepeth is committed to providing personalized cardiovascular care with an emphasis on subclinical atherosclerotic disease detection, metabolic heath, and cardiac prevention. She specializes in cardiac lifestyle assessment and women’s cardiovascular disease.
Dr. Kelley-Hedgepeth enjoys spending time outdoors with her husband, kids and dog. She enjoys walking/ hiking and skiing in the White Mountains. Her hobbies also include yoga, reading and traveling with her family.
Dara Lee Lewis, M.D., F.A.C.C
Medical Director,
Co-Director Women's Cardiology Program
Dara Lee Lewis, MD graduated from Harvard Medical School in 1992. She trained in Internal Medicine and Cardiovascular Disease at Brigham and Women’s Hospital. Prior to joining the Lown Group, she was on the staff of Presbyterian Heart Group in Albuquerque, NM. Dr. Lee Lewis is Board Certified in Cardiovascular Disease, Echocardiography, and Nuclear Cardiology. She is an Assistant Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School, and is actively involved in medical education. Her professional interests include cardiac imaging, preventive cardiology, women’s cardiac health, and general cardiology issues including coronary artery disease and valvular heart disease. Dr. Lee Lewis also has a special interest in the management of patients experiencing cardiac symptoms of Lyme disease and POTS (Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome). Dr. Lee Lewis joined the Lown staff in June 2013.
Dr. Lee Lewis is a former college coxswain and varsity field hockey player. Now an avid walker and advocate of a healthy and balanced lifestyle, she has a strong interest in the role of nutrition on overall health. In addition, she emphasizes the importance of a healthy lifestyle and non-pharmacologic therapies in the prevention and management of cardiac disease.
Dara Lee Lewis, M.D., F.A.C.C
Medical Director,
Co-Director Women's Cardiology Program
Dara Lee Lewis, MD graduated from Harvard Medical School in 1992. She trained in Internal Medicine and Cardiovascular Disease at Brigham and Women’s Hospital. Prior to joining the Lown Group, she was on the staff of Presbyterian Heart Group in Albuquerque, NM. Dr. Lee Lewis is Board Certified in Cardiovascular Disease, Echocardiography, and Nuclear Cardiology. She is an Assistant Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School, and is actively involved in medical education. Her professional interests include cardiac imaging, preventive cardiology, women’s cardiac health, and general cardiology issues including coronary artery disease and valvular heart disease. Dr. Lee Lewis also has a special interest in the management of patients experiencing cardiac symptoms of Lyme disease and POTS (Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome). Dr. Lee Lewis joined the Lown staff in June 2013.
Dr. Lee Lewis is a former college coxswain and varsity field hockey player. Now an avid walker and advocate of a healthy and balanced lifestyle, she has a strong interest in the role of nutrition on overall health. In addition, she emphasizes the importance of a healthy lifestyle and non-pharmacologic therapies in the prevention and management of cardiac disease.
Dara Lee Lewis, M.D., F.A.C.C
Medical Director,
Co-Director Women's Cardiology Program
Dara Lee Lewis, MD graduated from Harvard Medical School in 1992. She trained in Internal Medicine and Cardiovascular Disease at Brigham and Women’s Hospital. Prior to joining the Lown Group, she was on the staff of Presbyterian Heart Group in Albuquerque, NM. Dr. Lee Lewis is Board Certified in Cardiovascular Disease, Echocardiography, and Nuclear Cardiology. She is an Assistant Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School, and is actively involved in medical education. Her professional interests include cardiac imaging, preventive cardiology, women’s cardiac health, and general cardiology issues including coronary artery disease and valvular heart disease. Dr. Lee Lewis also has a special interest in the management of patients experiencing cardiac symptoms of Lyme disease and POTS (Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome). Dr. Lee Lewis joined the Lown staff in June 2013.
Dr. Lee Lewis is a former college coxswain and varsity field hockey player. Now an avid walker and advocate of a healthy and balanced lifestyle, she has a strong interest in the role of nutrition on overall health. In addition, she emphasizes the importance of a healthy lifestyle and non-pharmacologic therapies in the prevention and management of cardiac disease.
Shmuel Ravid, MD, MPH, FACC
Shmuel Ravid, MD, MPH, received his MD from the Technion – Israel Institute of Technology in 1982 and Master of Public Health from Harvard University. After training in Internal Medicine and Cardiology in Israel, Dr. Ravid completed fellowships in Cardiovascular Disease (Brigham and Women’s Hospital) and Cardiac Electrophysiology (Lahey Clinic/New England Deaconess Hospital). He is Board Certified in Cardiovascular Disease and Internal Medicine. His clinical and research interests include management of cardiac arrhythmias, atrial fibrillation, and long-term outcomes of coronary artery disease. He is an Associate Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School. Dr. Ravid joined the Lown staff in 1987.
Dr. Ravid is a former Director and President of the Lown Cardiovascular Group, and has a special interest in rhythm disorders.
Shmuel Ravid, MD, MPH, FACC
Shmuel Ravid, MD, MPH, received his MD from the Technion – Israel Institute of Technology in 1982 and Master of Public Health from Harvard University. After training in Internal Medicine and Cardiology in Israel, Dr. Ravid completed fellowships in Cardiovascular Disease (Brigham and Women’s Hospital) and Cardiac Electrophysiology (Lahey Clinic/New England Deaconess Hospital). He is Board Certified in Cardiovascular Disease and Internal Medicine. His clinical and research interests include management of cardiac arrhythmias, atrial fibrillation, and long-term outcomes of coronary artery disease. He is an Associate Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School. Dr. Ravid joined the Lown staff in 1987.
Dr. Ravid is a former Director and President of the Lown Cardiovascular Group, and has a special interest in rhythm disorders.
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Hospital Affiliations
The Lown Group is closely affiliated with the Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Harvard Medical School. Our Board-Certified physicians hold teaching positions at Harvard Medical School and faculty appointments at Brigham and Women’s Hospital. In the event of hospitalization or invasive procedures, we will make every effort to admit our patients to the Brigham and Women’s Hospital, where our physicians will see hospitalized patients daily to provide continuity between the hospital and clinical setting.