About
Dr. Ian Persaud brings over a decade of preventive cardiology and primary care experience to Virginia Beach and the wider Hampton Roads community. He completed his Internal Medicine residency at SUNY Downstate Medical Center in New York, where he also served as Chief Resident before going on to complete his Fellowship in Cardiovascular Disease at the same institution. Dr. Persaud holds board certifications in internal medicine, cardiovascular disease, echocardiography, and nuclear cardiology.
His clinical focus extends beyond treating illness to addressing root causes and reducing long-term risk. He uses evidence-based treatments that his patients have used to lower emergency room visits and hospitalizations. Dr. Persaud takes a whole-person view of health, weighing physical, mental, and emotional factors in every care plan. Outside the clinic, he volunteers as a physician at local free healthcare clinics and regularly cooks at a soup kitchen serving homeless and underserved families in Hampton Roads. At home, he and his wife enjoy raising their three children. He also cooks heart-healthy, mostly plant-based meals and plays golf in his spare time.
Education & Training
Residency
Internal Medicine Residency and Chief Residency, SUNY Downstate Medical Center, New York
Fellowship
Cardiovascular Disease Fellowship, SUNY Downstate Medical Center, New York
Additional Training
Board certifications in echocardiography and nuclear cardiology
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Persaud right for?
Dr. Persaud is a strong fit for adults seeking both cardiovascular and primary care from a single physician. Patients managing coronary artery disease, heart failure, arrhythmias, high blood pressure, diabetes, or high cholesterol benefit from his dual expertise. He works well with patients who want a prevention-focused approach and a care plan that accounts for lifestyle, nutrition, and long-term wellness. Older adults or patients with mobility limitations appreciate the home visit option, which brings exams, EKGs, and echocardiograms directly to them.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Persaud treats a wide range of cardiovascular and primary care conditions. On the cardiology side, he manages coronary artery disease, congestive heart failure, heart rhythm disorders, peripheral artery disease, and valvular and structural heart disease. For primary care, he treats high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, obesity, and conducts pre-operative risk assessments.
Yes. Dr. Persaud holds board certifications in internal medicine and cardiovascular disease. He also carries additional board certifications in echocardiography and nuclear cardiology, reflecting advanced training in cardiac imaging.
Dr. Persaud completed his Internal Medicine residency, Chief Residency, and Fellowship in Cardiovascular Disease at SUNY Downstate Medical Center in New York. He has practiced in the Hampton Roads area since 2013.
Dr. Persaud focuses heavily on prevention. He engages patients on lifestyle changes, nutrition, and exercise to reduce medication dependence and lower cardiovascular risk. He also manages established conditions and tailors treatment plans to each patient's individual health profile.
Yes. Dr. Persaud performs echocardiograms, including comprehensive echo with strain analysis, EKGs, and heart rhythm monitoring. He holds board certifications in both echocardiography and nuclear cardiology.
Yes. Dr. Persaud offers home visits that include a comprehensive physical examination, EKG, and heart ultrasound performed at the patient's home. Home visits run 45 minutes. Members and insured patients receive home visits billed through insurance, with standard co-pay responsibilities.
Dr. Persaud takes a whole-person approach that addresses physical health, mental well-being, and emotional strength alongside clinical treatment. He prioritizes disease prevention and uses evidence-based methods that reduce emergency room visits and hospitalizations. He spends 45 minutes with each patient to allow thorough, unhurried consultations.
Dr. Persaud has practiced preventive cardiology and primary care in the Hampton Roads area since 2013, giving him deep familiarity with the local patient community and regional health needs.
Doctor profile last updated June 6, 2026