About
Dr. Sean Ameli is a board-certified cardiologist and internist who trained at Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine. He completed both his internal medicine residency and cardiology fellowship at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, where he earned distinction as Chief Resident in Medicine and Chief Fellow in Cardiology. He later served as a Clinical Instructor in Medicine at UCLA and as a staff physician in the Division of Cardiology at Cedars-Sinai. The American Heart Association named him Cardiologist of the Year in 2009. He holds fellowship status in the American College of Cardiology, the American College of Physicians, and the College of Chest Physicians.
Dr. Ameli previously served as President of the American Heart Association's Las Vegas chapter and as Director of Cardiology at Mountain View Hospital. He co-founded Ameli | Dadourian Medicine to build a patient-first practice focused on preventive and interventional cardiovascular care. His clinical interests include acute coronary syndromes, hypertension, advanced lipid disorders, and coronary imaging including calcium scoring and CT angiography. Outside medicine, he enjoys fencing and time with his family, and he plans to participate in Doctors Without Borders alongside his wife.
Education & Training
Medical School
The Feinberg School of Medicine, Northwestern University – Chicago, IL
Residency
Internal Medicine, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Fellowship
Cardiology, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Additional Training
Clinical Instructor in Medicine, UCLA; Chief Resident in Medicine & Chief Fellow in Cardiology, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center; Former staff physician, Division of Cardiology, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Ameli right for?
Dr. Ameli is a strong fit for adults with cardiovascular risk factors who want expert, preventive care. Patients managing hypertension, elevated cholesterol, atherosclerosis, or prior coronary events benefit from his interventional and preventive expertise. He is well-suited for those who want advanced cardiac imaging and lipid analysis integrated into long-term planning. Patients who value a long-term physician relationship with direct access will find his approach particularly meaningful.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Ameli specializes in acute coronary syndrome, unstable angina, heart blockages, hypertension, and advanced lipid disorders including hypercholesterolemia and atherosclerosis. He combines interventional cardiology expertise with a strong preventive medicine focus. His goal is to identify cardiovascular risk early and build individualized plans to reduce it over time.
Dr. Ameli uses coronary calcium scoring, CT angiography, advanced cardiac imaging, EKG, and comprehensive lipid profiling. These on-site diagnostics allow him to assess cardiovascular risk with precision. Results integrate directly into each patient's personalized care plan.
Dr. Ameli earned his medical degree at Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine. He completed his internal medicine residency and cardiology fellowship at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, serving as Chief Resident in Medicine and Chief Fellow in Cardiology. He later held a faculty position as Clinical Instructor in Medicine at UCLA.
Yes. Dr. Ameli holds board certification in both cardiology and internal medicine. He is a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology, the American College of Physicians, and the College of Chest Physicians.
Dr. Ameli views heart health as a long game. He pairs evidence-based cardiology with proactive prevention strategies, helping patients understand their risk and take meaningful steps to reduce it. He focuses on giving patients clarity and confidence in managing their cardiovascular health over the long term.
Yes. Dr. Ameli served as President of the American Heart Association's Las Vegas chapter and as Director of Cardiology at Mountain View Hospital. The American Heart Association named him Cardiologist of the Year in 2009. He is also a former member of the Cardiovascular Sciences Council.
Dr. Ameli sees adults with cardiovascular concerns ranging from early-stage risk factors to established coronary artery disease. He works well with patients who want a proactive, prevention-oriented cardiologist with deep interventional training. Many of his patients have longstanding relationships with him, with some following his care for more than two decades.
Doctor profile last updated June 11, 2026