Dr. Alvaro D. Waissbluth, MD | Oakland, CA | Cardiologist

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Dr. Alvaro Waissbluth specializes in cardiovascular disease and interventional cardiology, bringing 34 years of experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from Ohio State University College of Medicine & Public Health and completed his residency at Washington University. Dr. Waissbluth speaks both English and Spanish, making care accessible to a broader community of patients.

Dr. Waissbluth is affiliated with West Chester Hospital and practices at locations in Oakland and Alameda, California. He treats patients experiencing chest wall pain and various chest-related concerns. His expertise includes performing electrocardiograms, contrast echocardiography, and transthoracic echocardiograms to help diagnose heart conditions. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.8 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

3.8

23 Ratings
34 years of experience
60 insurance plans accepted
speaks English, Spanish
Washington University
9 written reviews
2 specialties
6 areas of expertise
2 board certifications
1 hospital affiliation
2 office locations
Male

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me

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Dr. Waissbluth's Ratings and Reviews

3.8

23 Ratings with 9 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 19 Minutes

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Patients’ Perspective

Gave an accurate diagnosis: (13) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
Had a good bedside manner: (13) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
Spent time with me: (13) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (12) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
Flexible scheduling: (12) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Saw me in a timely manner: No Ratings
Staff was courteous: No Ratings

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glad to have had him as my doctor...

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

September 27th, 2017

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This doctor is compasionate and direct in advising a patient's condition and what steps need to be taken for your health .

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

November 8th, 2013

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this doctor is an interventional cardiologist - not an internist your vitals are wrong....again

November 8th, 2013

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The best cardiologist

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

November 28th, 2011

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Dr. Waissbluth has been on the care team for my elderly, very ill Mother. I have never met a doctor who showed such compassion and personal interest in a patient, as well as such technical competence and good judgment. Some people observe that he doesn't smile much, but after talking to him for just a few minutes, you can easily see that he is so serious because he cares so much. (and, he does smile!)

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

January 21st, 2011

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Great Dr...saved my life and has kept me alive after a heart attack

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit

Needs Improvement

December 27th, 2010

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i will never go back to this so called dr.he is rude thinks everyone should weight 100 lbs. a nd that all he talked to me about was weight not my heart at my appt. i will not waste my money on you any longer de waissbluth. you need treat your people with respect. not all are the same as you!

Did Well

Needs Improvement

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

October 15th, 2010

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dr waissbluth saved my life,..he is a god send to those of us with heart problems,.he is great at what he does,.he knows what he is doing,.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

June 6th, 2010

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i think he needs to listen to the pains that you are having a little more . i feel that i was not helped at all even with all the test and talking to him i still problems with chest pain and numbness in my arms and legs and dont know what to do.

Did Well

Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Provided follow-up after the visit

March 16th, 2010

Wilma Chan Highland Hospital Campus

1411 E 31st StOakland, CA 94602

Tel: (510) 437-4800

Alameda Hospital

2070 Clinton AveAlameda, CA 94501

Tel: (510) 522-3700


Dr. Alvaro Daniel Waissbluth, MD	Rahul Sharma, MD, MBBS, FRACP	Dr. Kiran Khush, MD	Eldrin F. Lewis, MD, MPH
Cardiovascular Disease	Cardiovascular Disease	Cardiovascular Disease	Cardiovascular Disease
	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
3.8 (23 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	5 (1 Rating)	4 (1 Rating)
34 Years of Experience	20 Years of Experience	26 Years of Experience	31 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish		Speaks English	Speaks English, Spanish
Oakland , CA	Stanford , CA	Stanford , CA	Stanford , CA
Med School: Ohio State University College Of Medicine & Public Health	Med School: Monash University Faculty Of Medicine Nursing And Health Sciences	Med School: Harvard Medical School	Med School: Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
Heart Block
High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
High Cholesterol (Hypercholesterolemia)
Interventional Cardiology
Unstable Angina

Dr. Alvaro Daniel Waissbluth holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Washington University.

Medical School

Graduated from Ohio State University College Of Medicine & Public Health in 1992.

NPI Number

Dr. Waissbluth's NPI number is 1093714743.

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