Summary

Dr. Bledi Zaku is a thoracic surgeon who brings 17 years of experience to cardiac care. They earned their medical degree from the University of Vermont College of Medicine and completed residency training at Atlantic Health System. Dr. Zaku speaks English and focuses on complex heart and chest surgeries.

Dr. Zaku practices at St. Joseph's University Medical Center in Paterson, New Jersey, and maintains affiliations with Morristown Medical Center. They specialize in treating serious heart conditions including aortic valve stenosis and coronary artery disease. Their surgical expertise includes coronary artery bypass procedures and minimally-invasive heart operations. Patients rate Dr. Zaku 3.8 out of 5 stars on average.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 3.8
  • 17 years of experience
  • 59 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Atlantic Health System
  • 4 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 5 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

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Accepts New Patients
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17 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience 22 Years of Experience 17 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Portuguese, Spanish
Paterson , NJNew York , NYBronxville , NYNew York , NY
Med School: UNIVERSITY OF VERMONT COLLEGE OF MEDICINE Med School: Icahn School Of Medicine At Mount Sinai Med School: Howard University College Of Medicine Med School: Loma Linda University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Bledi Zaku

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - PPO
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Ambetter
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriGroup - Medicare
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - HMO
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Braven Health (Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey)
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - HMO
  • Clover Health
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicaid
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Horizon NJ Health
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - HMO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Optum Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Palmetto GBA
  • Palmetto GBA - Medicare
  • PreferredOne
  • State Farm
  • State Farm - POS
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC - Medicare
  • Transamerica
  • Tricare
  • United American
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Bledi Zaku has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Bledi Zaku has the following 5 areas of expertise

  • Aneurysm
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis
  • Diabetes Complications
  • Varicose Veins
  • Vascular Malformations

Certifications, License, & Education

17 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Atlantic Health System.

Medical School

Graduated from UNIVERSITY OF VERMONT COLLEGE OF MEDICINE in 2009.

NPI Number

Dr. Zaku's NPI number is 1275846727.

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What languages does Dr. Bledi Zaku speak?
Dr. Bledi Zaku speaks English.

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