Summary

Dr. Ernest Afflu is a cardiovascular disease specialist and internal medicine physician with 39 years of experience caring for patients with heart and circulatory conditions. He earned his medical degree from the University of Ghana Medical School and completed his residency at SUNY Health Science Center. Dr. Afflu is fluent in both French and English, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Afflu practices in Brooklyn, New York, and is affiliated with Kingsbrook Jewish Medical Center. He specializes in treating heart rhythm problems such as cardiac arrhythmia, palpitations, and atrial fibrillation. His expertise includes performing electrocardiograms and contrast echocardiography to diagnose heart conditions, as well as remote patient monitoring to track patients' heart health from home. Patients rate Dr. Afflu 4.6 out of 5 stars for his care.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.6
  • 39 years of experience
  • 51 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks French, English
  • Suny Health Science Center
  • 61 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 15 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Ernest D Afflu has 2 locations

Brooklyn Heart And Medical Spa

1336 Utica AveBrooklyn, NY 11203
Mon8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 6:00 pm
SunClosed

Brookdale University Hospital And Medical Center

1 Brookdale PlzBrooklyn, NY 11212

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Dr. Ernest D Afflu, MDDr. Mark A. Apfelbaum, MDDr. Mariel Eaton Turner, MDDr. Paolo C Colombo, MD
Cardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular Disease
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.6 
4.4 
4.7 
39 Years of Experience 45 Years of Experience 21 Years of Experience 34 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks French, English Speaks Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Spanish, French, Italian
Brooklyn , NYBronxville , NYNew York , NYNew York , NY
Med School: University Of Ghana Medical School Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons Med School: NEW YORK UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE Med School: Universita Degli Studi Di Milano Facolta Di Medicina E Chirurgia
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Ernest D Afflu

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • 1199SEIU
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Affinity Health Plan
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriGroup - HMO
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - EPO
  • CenterLight Healthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • Elderplan
  • Elderplan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • EmblemHealth
  • EmblemHealth - EPO
  • EmblemHealth - PPO
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - HMO
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Hamaspik Choice
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - HMO
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicaid
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana
  • Integra
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • MagnaCare
  • MagnaCare - EPO
  • MagnaCare - PPO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health - PPO
  • MetroPlus Health Plan
  • MetroPlus Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • MetroPlus Health Plan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • PreferredOne
  • Senior Whole Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford - HMO
  • VillageCareMax
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Ernest D Afflu has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Ernest D Afflu has the following 15 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Arrhythmia
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Blood Clot
  • Heart Attack
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
  • High Cholesterol
  • High Cholesterol (Hypercholesterolemia)
  • Hypertension
  • Internal Medicine
  • Stroke
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

39 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, New York, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Suny Health Science Center

Medical School

University Of Ghana Medical SchoolGraduated in 1987

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Ernest Afflu's office located?
Dr. Ernest Afflu's office is located at 1336 Utica Ave, Brooklyn, NY, 11203.
Which hospitals is Dr. Ernest Afflu affiliated with?
Dr. Ernest Afflu is affiliated with Kingsbrook Jewish Medical Center.
Does Dr. Ernest Afflu accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Ernest Afflu has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Dr. Ernest Afflu speak?
Dr. Ernest Afflu speaks French and English.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Ernest Afflu?
You can find contact information for Dr. Ernest Afflu here on Vitals.

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