Dr. Cristina Pecci, D.O., is a board-certified cardiologist specializing in coronary artery disease, heart failure, arrhythmias, and women’s heart health. A Midwestern University graduate, she completed her residency and fellowships at St. Joseph’s and Banner Good Samaritan, alongside advanced imaging training at the University of Arizona.
Dr. Cristina Pecci, D.O., is a board-certified cardiologist specializing in coronary artery disease, heart failure, arrhythmias, and women’s heart health. A Midwestern University graduate, she completed her residency and fellowships at St. Joseph’s and Banner Good Samaritan, alongside advanced imaging training at the University of Arizona.
The reviews listed below were collected independently of Heart & Vascular Center of Arizona through rater8. Each review represents an authentic and verified patient experience.
Attentive - listens to patient. Provides good explanations of recommendations. Very competent doctor.
(4 days ago)
Jul-2026
She always has a plan of attack
(1 week ago)
Jul-2026
Dr Pecci is so thorough and she really cares for her patients.
(1 week ago)
Jul-2026
Great Dr. Answered all my questions and put my mind to ease.
(1 week ago)
Jul-2026
So friendly and helpful.
(1 month ago)
Jun-2026
Amazing doctor very caring and professional. She explains everything in detail.
(1 month ago)
Jun-2026
GREAT CARDIOLOGIST. Puts your mind at ease. Very informative & never feel rushed when asking about meds a hospital prescribed or any other questions you may have. No need to look any further she’s the best.
(1 month ago)
Jun-2026
She is a really sweet women and she answered all my questions!
(1 month ago)
Jun-2026
Dr.Precci was amazing, great listener. She has a great staff that is very helpful and kind. I would highly recommend to anyone I know.
(1 month ago)
Jun-2026
Always has been willing to listen since I became a patient. Wherever she goes….I go!
(1 month ago)
Jun-2026
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HVCA: Central Phoenix Office
1331 N. 7th Street Suite 375 Phoenix, AZ 85006
HVCA: Tempe Office
1492 S. Mill Ave Suite 114 Tempe, AZ 85281
Dr. Cristina Pecci, D.O., began her academic and medical journey in the Midwest. Originally from Detroit, she completed her medical degree at Midwestern University, earning her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine before moving to Arizona to continue her postgraduate training.
She completed her residency in Internal Medicine at St. Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center, where she developed a strong foundation in managing complex cardiovascular conditions. Dr. Pecci continued her training with advanced fellowships in Cardiovascular Disease at both Banner Good Samaritan Hospital and St. Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center, followed by specialized training in advanced cardiac imaging at the University of Arizona College of Medicine–Phoenix.
Her fellowship experience included extensive work in nuclear cardiology, echocardiography, vascular interpretation, and transesophageal echocardiography, allowing her to deliver highly specialized and comprehensive cardiovascular evaluations. She focuses on coronary artery disease, heart failure, arrhythmias, and women’s cardiovascular health, while emphasizing prevention, early detection, and personalized treatment plans.
Dr. Pecci is known for her patient-centered communication style, ensuring individuals feel informed, supported, and actively involved in shared decision-making. She brings a unique combination of clinical expertise and real-world perspective to her practice. Before her medical career, she was a competitive amateur boxer, placing in national tournaments and developing the discipline, resilience, and dedication that now define her approach to patient care.
Outside of medicine, she enjoys volunteering, cooking, staying active, and spending time with loved ones, maintaining a balanced and well-rounded lifestyle that she brings into her interactions with patients.
Dr. Pecci is board certified in Cardiovascular Disease by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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Attentive - listens to patient. Provides good explanations of recommendations. Very competent doctor.
She always has a plan of attack
Dr Pecci is so thorough and she really cares for her patients.
Great Dr. Answered all my questions and put my mind to ease.
So friendly and helpful.
Amazing doctor very caring and professional. She explains everything in detail.
GREAT CARDIOLOGIST. Puts your mind at ease. Very informative & never feel rushed when asking about meds a hospital prescribed or any other questions you may have. No need to look any further she’s the best.
She is a really sweet women and she answered all my questions!
Dr.Precci was amazing, great listener. She has a great staff that is very helpful and kind. I would highly recommend to anyone I know.
Always has been willing to listen since I became a patient. Wherever she goes….I go!