Anwar Tandar,
MD, FACC, FRCPC

Languages Spoken: English, Indonesian, Mandarin Chinese
Anwar Tandar, M.D., is an Associate Professor of Medicine with an appointment in the Cardiology Division at the University of Utah. He has been on faculty at the University of Utah since 2011and is the Co-Director of the Valve Clinic Program and the TAVR Program. Dr. Tandar cares for patients at the University of Utah Hospital and Memorial Hospital in Rock Springs. He received his medical degree from Sriwijaya University in Indonesia in 1994. He completed his Internal Medicine residency at the Universtiy of Massachusetts ( Worcester ) in 2000 and his General Cardiology Fellowship at the University of Utah in 2006. He then completed his Inteventional Cardiology Fellowship at the Universtiy of Utah in 2007. Dr. Tandar held a faculty appointment in Interventional Cardiology at SUNY-Buffalo before returning to the University of Utah. Dr. Tandar is actively involved in clinical research aimed at implementing innovative practices while maintaining the highest level of patient care.
Clinical Locations
Blanding Family Practice
801-585-7676
Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County
Cardiovascular Clinic801-585-7676
Fax: (801) 581-7735
Cardiovascular Center
801-585-7676
Board Certification and Academic Information
Academic Departments | Internal Medicine
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Associate Professor (Clinical) |
Academic Divisions | Cardiovascular Medicine |
Board Certification | American Board of Internal Medicine (Sub: Cardiovascular Disease) American Board of Internal Medicine (Sub: Interventional Cardiology) |
Patient Rating
The Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to care provider related questions on our nationally-recognized Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey.
Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.
Likelihood of recommending care provider
4.8/ 5

Care provider's explanation of condition/problem
4.7/ 5

Care provider's effort to include me in decisions
4.7/ 5

Wait time at clinic
4.7/ 5

Care provider's concern for questions & worries
4.7/ 5

Patient Comments
Patient comments are gathered from our Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survery and displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.
UofU Patient
November 24, 2022
University Hospital
Dr Tandar did an excellent job with my PFO closure and followup. He's smart and competent.
UofU Patient
November 19, 2022
University Hospital
Dr. Tandar is the most compassionate, dedicated, caring, thoughtful and extremely knowledgeable provider with the heart of gold. His possession of emotional intelligence, bed side manners and communication skills are exemplary. I will visit him In North Pole , If he decides to leave the U Health Care. Please convey my deepest and most sincere gratitude to this exceptional physician and wonderful professional for the Impact he makes In the lives of his patients every day. His unmatched contributions to your health care institution should be recognized every day. Thank you Dr. Tandar for being the best in your noble profession.
UofU Patient
October 28, 2022
University Hospital
Great Experience
UofU Patient
October 17, 2022
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Good
UofU Patient
September 30, 2022
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
He was not very courteous. Seem disinterested in what I was saying/my concerns. And asked me, "If you have had this for 12 years why are you seeking treatment now?' Was not very professional and was body shaming me.
UofU Patient
September 29, 2022
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Scheduled a follow up as well!
UofU Patient
September 29, 2022
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
One of the top 3 medical experiences of my entire life
UofU Patient
July 21, 2022
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Dr tandar very professional, honest. Explained my test results thoroughly. Reassured my health situation. Clarified all my test results, straightforward and honest. Would recommend him to EVERYONE
UofU Patient
July 16, 2022
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
I'm always happy with my experience and that's why I keep coming back and doing all of my health concerns after you
UofU Patient
June 30, 2022
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Excellent
UofU Patient
June 16, 2022
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
The best
UofU Patient
June 06, 2022
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Dr. Tsndar is an outstanding clinician, understands the needs of his patient very well, explains things very well is extremely knowledgeable, shoe great concern for his patient and has a great bedside manner. I would highly recommend Dr. Tandar To anybody who is in need of his care.
UofU Patient
April 21, 2022
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Superb doctor and Nurse Practitioner. Great bedside manner and good listeners. My health problems were addressed in a clear and concise manner.
UofU Patient
March 25, 2022
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Excellent!!!
UofU Patient
March 17, 2022
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
He has exceeded our expectations at every turn.
UofU Patient
March 10, 2022
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
It was very good.
UofU Patient
March 01, 2022
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Dr. Tandar is a very competent and caring physician. He is an excellent listener and does an excellent job at explaining his plan of care for me. I highly recommend him to colleagues and friends.
UofU Patient
February 16, 2022
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Previous experiences were great. This experience was not. I voiced concern over long hauler effects as well as current condition I am in but Dr. Tandar suggested keep exercising. Thats the problem I steuggle to do physical things and have been trying for a year. Quit smoking quit chewing try to work out but physically cant do more than a few minutes. Its been this way and is not improving
UofU Patient
February 13, 2022
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Dr. Tandar is a jewel of the crown at the U Health Care. His team members are simply the best. Ms. Irene Cheong who works with him closely is the most dedicated and caring In every aspect. With these two at the U, IHC would never be a strong competitor.
UofU Patient
December 16, 2021
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Answered all my questions
UofU Patient
November 20, 2021
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Dr. Tandar is truly the most caring, dedicated, compassionate and knowledgeable provider In my humble opinion. The degree that he goes out of his way to treat patients with professionalism, caring manners by posing additional and helpful inquiries give you the confidence that he really cares about you. A doctor who possesses strong emotional Intelligence, Interpersonal skills and a big heart.University Hospital Is very lucky to have this remarkable and caring physician. I cannot fully express how wonderful this provider Is. I did not receive my patient satisfaction survey last time when I visited him and had to call administration to express my gratitude.
UofU Patient
October 15, 2021
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Dr. Seems totally uninterested in patient
UofU Patient
October 07, 2021
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Excellent experience
UofU Patient
August 21, 2021
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Dr. Tandar is the most caring, dedicated, competent and knowledgeable provider at this hospital. He possesses strong clinical skills and a master in effective communication. He is a true asset to this institution. The manner by which he responds to his patients Is exemplary.
UofU Patient
August 20, 2021
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Excellent
UofU Patient
August 16, 2021
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Dr. Tandar is amazing. I learned so much about my condition and options for my treatment in a very short period of time. I very much appreciate Dr. Tandar taking the time to meet with me and keeping my treatment on track. He was able to review my case, explain the next steps and options. He told me his concerns what that meant to my treatment in a straight forward and caring manner. He placed the referral and procedure orders to keep my treatment on track.
UofU Patient
August 08, 2021
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
They are very strait forward and explain everything so the person can understand all options and they have the best interest in mind.
UofU Patient
July 29, 2021
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Dr Tandar is outstanding And Irene is a huge help
UofU Patient
July 17, 2021
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Excellent care.
Anwar Tandar, M.D., is an Associate Professor of Medicine with an appointment in the Cardiology Division at the University of Utah. He has been on faculty at the University of Utah since 2011and is the Co-Director of the Valve Clinic Program and the TAVR Program. Dr. Tandar cares for patients at the University of Utah Hospital and Memorial Hospital in Rock Springs. He received his medical degree from Sriwijaya University in Indonesia in 1994. He completed his Internal Medicine residency at the Universtiy of Massachusetts ( Worcester ) in 2000 and his General Cardiology Fellowship at the University of Utah in 2006. He then completed his Inteventional Cardiology Fellowship at the Universtiy of Utah in 2007. Dr. Tandar held a faculty appointment in Interventional Cardiology at SUNY-Buffalo before returning to the University of Utah. Dr. Tandar is actively involved in clinical research aimed at implementing innovative practices while maintaining the highest level of patient care.
Academic Locations
Board Certification and Academic Information
Academic Departments | Internal Medicine
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Associate Professor (Clinical) |
Academic Divisions | Cardiovascular Medicine |
Board Certification | American Board of Internal Medicine (Sub: Cardiovascular Disease) American Board of Internal Medicine (Sub: Interventional Cardiology) |
Education History
Fellowship | University of Utah-LDS Hospital Interventional Cardiology/Peripheral Interventional Training Fellow, 2007 |
Fellowship | University of Utah, Department of Medicine Cardiology Fellow, 2006 |
Internship | St Vincent Hospital, Worcester Medical Center Intern, 2003 |
Residency | Saint Vincent Hospital at Worcester Medical Center-University of Massachusetts Internal Medicine Resident, 2000 |
Fellowship | National University Hospital Honorary Fellow, Surgery Fellow, 1997 |
Professional Medical | Sriwijaya University Medicine M.D., 1994 |
Selected Publications - Journal Articles
Journal Article
- Marashly Q, Taleb I, Kyriakopoulos CP, Dranow E, Jones TL, Tandar A, Overton SD, Tonna JE, Stoddard K, Wever-Pinzon O, Kemeyou L, Koliopoulou AG, Shah KS, Nourian K, Richins TJ, Burnham TS, Welt FG, McKellar SH, Nativi-Nicolau J, Drakos SG (2021). Predicting mortality in cardiogenic shock secondary to ACS requiring short-term mechanical circulatory support: The ACS-MCS score. Catheter Cardiovasc Interv, 98(7), 1275-1284.
- Jones TL, Gowani SA, Abraham A, Sharma V, Glotzbach J, Morgan D, Welt FGP, Tandar A (2020). Trans-Septal Puncture Through Gore® Cardioform Septal Occluder Device - Step by Step Approach. Cardiovasc Revasc Med, 23, 91-93.
- Tandar A, Sharma V, Ibrahim M, Jones T, Morgan D, Montzingo C, Lee J, Birgenheier N, Silverton N, Abraham A, Welt FGP, Glotzbach JP (2021). Preventing or Minimizing Acute Kidney Injury in Patients Undergoing Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement. J Invasive Cardiol, 33(1), E32-E39.
- Taleb L, Koliopoulou AG, Tandar A, Tonna JE, Villela MA, Overton SD, Welt F, Stehlik JGilbert EM, Nativi-Nicolau J, Wever-Pinzon O, Selzman CH, McKellar SH, Fang JC, Drakos SG (2019). Shock Team Approach in Refractory Cardiogenic Shock Requiring Short-Term Mechanical Circulatory Support: A Proof of Concept . Circulation, 140, 98-100.
Case Report
Editorial
- Sturm RC, Harrison J, Tandar A (2021). Frailty and TAVR-Is this the hard-to-define glass ceiling? Cardiovasc Revasc Med, 34, 61-62.
- Tandar A, Catino A, Sharma V (2020). Aortic Stenosis and Malignancy-A Shift in Trajectory: Management of Aortic Stenosis in Cancer Patients. Cardiovasc Revasc Med, 23, 66-67.
Abstract
- Tandar A, Nielsen J, Whisenant BK (2020). Left Atrial Appendage Closure Review: Addressing Unmet Needs of AF Mediated Stroke Prevention with Evolving Science [Abstract].
Global Impact
Education History
Fellowship | National University Hospital Honorary Fellow, Surgery Fellow |
Professional Medical | Sriwijaya University Medicine M.D. |