
Saad Kubba, MD
Pulmonary HypertensionHeart Failure and Transplantation CardiologyCardiology
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adults
- Geriatrics
Languages
- English
- Arabic
Provider Gender
MaleAbout Saad Kubba and Banner Safety Practices
Care Philosophy
Developing a trusting relationship with my patients is the foundation of my practice.
Specializing In
Advanced Heart Disease
Heart Transplant
Pulmonary Hypertension
General cardiology
I utilize both invasive and non-invasive study modalities in evaluating patients with complex heart disease and hemodynamics. My expertise includes valvular heart disease, exercise physiology, advanced heart failure (both preserved and reduced ejection fraction), ventricular assist devices, transplant cardiology, right heart failure and pulmonary hypertension. I utilize a multidisciplinary approach in managing cardiomyopathies including cardiac sarcoidosis, cardiac amyloidosis, hypertrophic, non-compaction, restrictive and dilated cardiomyopathy.
Interests & Activities
In my spare time, I enjoy swimming, running and calligraphy.
Research and Publications
Hospital Affiliations
Banner - University Medical Center South
Banner - University Medical Center Tucson
For More Information
Expertise
Education
- Fellowship: Mayo Clinic College of Medicine & Science, Heart Failure/Transplant, 2021
- Fellowship: University of Arizona College of Medicine, Cardiology, 2020
- Residency: Temple University Hospital, Internal Medicine, 2017
- Medical School: NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center, 2014
Board Certifications
- Cardiology: Certification Board of Cardiovascular Computed Tomography, 2021
- Cardiology: Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography, 2021
- Cardiology: National Board of Echocardiography, 2020
- Cardiology: Certification Board of Nuclear Cardiology, 2020
- Internal Medicine: American Board of Internal Medicine, 2017
- Cardiology: American Board of Internal Medicine/Advanced Heart Failure-Transplant Cardio, 2017
- Cardiology: American Board of Internal Medicine/Cardiovascular Disease, 2017
Locations
- Banner - University Medicine North
- 3838 North Campbell Avenue, Building 2, Tucson, AZ 85719
- phone: 520-694-8888
- fax: 520-694-1007
Testimonials
4.7 out of 5.0
324 ratingsAll patient experience ratings and testimonials are submitted by actual patients and verified by a leading independent customer experience company. Patient identities are withheld to ensure confidentiality and privacy.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/7/2025
Concerned, knowledgeable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/22/2025
Great people skills. Great listener. Very kind and caring. He explained my condition well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/30/2025
Listens, diagnoses, and develops a plan of care. He does not rush during the visit and allows patient time to express symptoms and concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/27/2025
He remembered my case and referred to our earlier discussions. He was efficient and answered all my questions
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/28/2025
Good listener. Open to patient concerns. Very pleasant
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/7/2025
He is very good!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/13/2025
Dr. Kubba is always attentive to my medical needs, questions and concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/28/2025
Dr. Kubba shows concern and recommends self-care items. He goes over medications very thoroughly, recommends dosage or elimination based on my needs.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/15/2025
His concern about my health and well being
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/19/2025
He is very knowledgeable in both cardio and pulmonary issues
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/18/2025
Great service
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/30/2024
Professional and courteous service.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/21/2024
Gave me the facts, answered my questions and took the time needed
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/14/2024
Shows concern for patient, competent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/12/2024
Professional, outstanding appearance, calm mannerism, explained our questions without making us feel rushed. Explained our questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/11/2024
Professional and courteous service.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/13/2024
He took the time to meet with me personally, clearly described my condition, and answered all my questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/6/2024
Excellent service
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/16/2024
Dr. Kubba and his associate were very thorough and attentive.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/17/2024
Dr. Kubba answers my questions, and I feel much better following his instructions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/16/2024
Dr. Kubba is extremely professional and thorough, friendly. He doesn't rush and explains questions perfectly. He dresses immaculately!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/2/2024
He is wonderful!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/18/2024
Dr. Kubba is experienced and knowledgeable and does not mind questions. He seems very kind and compassionate as well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/18/2024
Dr, Kubba is an excellent cardiologist.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/2/2024
He listens. He's easy to interact with. He gave good nutrition advice for my condition
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/22/2024
He always goes over my tests, explains my tests results. He's very thorough with you, friendly, and professional. He's great.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/19/2024
He is cool
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/15/2024
Very thorough! Dr. Kubba remembers me and is very kind and listens to me. The community is extremely blessed to have him!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/15/2024
He had a very nice manner about himself and communicated clearly in language I understood.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/15/2024
Outstanding physician, extremely well-qualified
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/10/2024
Dr. Kubba knows what he is doing!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/28/2024
He was very professional and was respectful of my time. And, I appreciate he was careful to not make me panic about his concerns. As a cardiologist, he faces issues that can easily be critical to the health of his patients. So I appreciate he was relaxed about just needing to have more information from a procedure to be done in March.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/28/2024
He was excellent! Very thorough and professional yet kind.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/27/2024
Professional, courteous, knowledgeable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/9/2024
Knowledgeable, personable, listened well, gave clear instructions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/15/2023
Dr. Kubba is very smart, and he cares about his patients. His guidance is very helpful and important to me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/29/2023
He's a fantastic doctor who thinks beyond simple clinical algorithmic processes. In my opinion, this results in better clinical outcomes. It also makes it enjoyable to converse with someone who listens with curiosity and actually remembers notable details.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/24/2023
He was respectful and kind.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/11/2023
Very knowledgeable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/11/2023
Good Physician
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/19/2023
He's both a cardiologist and pulmonologist, addressing both conditions within same visit. Very thorough.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/19/2023
He demonstrates concern and listens to your concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/19/2023
Courteous, efficient, effective care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/28/2023
He listens, and goes over everything on my chart with me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/23/2023
Professional and courteous.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/11/2023
Really like Dr. Kubba, he is caring and knowledgeable. Easy to talk to and listens attentively.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/1/2023
He is a very thorough doctor. He is also well mannered and very receptive to my opinions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/12/2023
Great Patient/Dr interaction.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/29/2023
Very professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/10/2023
Good listenener and very professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/9/2023
Both professional and knowledgeable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/18/2023
Dr Saad Kubba is the most caring cardiologist. He always ends his visit to ask if I have questions and understood all his advise and care plan going forward. He is kind and understanding and I never feel rushed or not heard during the office visit.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/8/2023
Wonderful physician
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/27/2023
Knowledge, efficiency, effectiveness.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/25/2023
Professional and courteous.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/21/2024
Very good bedside manner.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/2/2024
Professional and appears to be caring.
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