4.8
5 Ratings with 2 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Donald Yakel is a cardiovascular disease specialist with additional expertise in interventional cardiology. He earned his medical degree from Wake Forest School of Medicine and brings 36 years of experience to his practice. His extensive background allows him to provide comprehensive care for both general heart conditions and complex procedures requiring specialized intervention.
Dr. Yakel practices at multiple locations across South Carolina, including Okatie, Beaufort, and Hilton Head. He is affiliated with numerous hospitals throughout the region, including Carle Health Methodist Hospital and OSF Saint Francis Medical Center. His clinical focus includes treating high blood pressure and high cholesterol, including cholesterol management in children and teenagers. He performs heart tests such as electrocardiograms and specialized procedures like cardiac catheterization. Patients rate Dr. Yakel 4.8 out of 5 stars on average.
Dr. Yakel practices at multiple locations across South Carolina, including Okatie, Beaufort, and Hilton Head. He is affiliated with numerous hospitals throughout the region, including Carle Health Methodist Hospital and OSF Saint Francis Medical Center. His clinical focus includes treating high blood pressure and high cholesterol, including cholesterol management in children and teenagers. He performs heart tests such as electrocardiograms and specialized procedures like cardiac catheterization. Patients rate Dr. Yakel 4.8 out of 5 stars on average.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 36 years of experience
- Wake Forest School Of Medicine
- 2 written reviews
- 2 specialties
- 1 area of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 7 hospital affiliations
- 3 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Donald Leroy Yakel has 3 locationsNovant Health Heart & Vascular - Okatie
8 Okatie Center Blvd S Ste 101Okatie, SC 29909 Tel: (843) 682-2800
Mon8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 2:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Novant Health Heart & Vascular - Beaufort Plaza
11 Robert Smalls Pkwy Ste DBeaufort, SC 29906 Tel: (843) 682-2800
Mon8:00 am - 4:00 pm
TueClosed
Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm
ThuClosed
FriClosed
SatClosed
SunClosed
Novant Health Heart & Vascular - Physicians Plaza
8 Hospital Center Blvd Ste 130Hilton Head, SC 29926 Tel: (843) 682-2800
Mon8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 2:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Compare with Similar Doctors
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| Dr. Donald Leroy Yakel | Dr. Brian Athan Armstrong, MD | Dr. Shashikanth Nagabandi, MD | Dr. Anthony Douglas Whitted, MD |
| Cardiovascular Disease | Cardiovascular Disease | Cardiovascular Disease | Interventional Cardiology |
| Accepts New Patients | |||
| 36 Years of Experience | 38 Years of Experience | 14 Years of Experience | 20 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | |||
| Okatie , SC | BEAUFORT , SC | Myrtle Beach , SC | Bluffton , SC |
| Med School: Wake Forest School Of Medicine | Med School: Washington University In St Louis School Of Medicine | Med School: KAKATIYA MEDICAL COLLEGE | Med School: University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Donald Leroy Yakel has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Donald Leroy Yakel has the following area of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
36 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, Illinois, 2026, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Medical School
Wake Forest School Of MedicineGraduated in 1990
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- Dr. Donald Yakel's office is located at 8 Okatie Center Blvd S Ste 101, Okatie, SC, 29909.
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