Dr. Roy T. Avalos has extensive specialty training in nuclear medicine, echocardiography and cardiac diagnostic catheterization from UCLA.

Dr. Avalos received his specialty training from UCLA’s David Geffen School of Medicine where he also completed both his residency and internship. In 1997, Dr. Avalos received his MD and PhD from UCLA.

Dr. Avalos practices non-invasive cardiology, and emphasizes preventative measures in treating heart disease. On the forefront of technology in cardiovascular medicine, he uses the latest advances and techniques to provide earlier diagnosis and preventative treatment.

He has served as a guest lecturer and mentored high school students and pre-med students.

UCLA – Specialty Training and Research (STAR) Cardiology Fellowship
UCLA – Internal Medicine Residency
UCLA – M.D., Ph.D. Drew/UCLA Medical Scientist Training Program

UCLA Department of Medicine – Specialty Training and Research (STAR) Cardiology Fellow
UCLA Department of Medicine

Scripps Memorial Hospital, La Jolla
Scripps Memorial Hospital, Encinitas

American Society of Cardiology
American Heart Association
American College of Physicians
San Diego County Medical Society

San Diego Top Doctor Award- 2022, 2021, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007
American Heart Association Trainee Abstract Travel Award from the Council on Basic Cardiovascular Sciences – 2003
Professional Recognition Award at the 3rd Annual Cardiology Fellows Forum of Excellence, Orlando, Florida – 2003