4.1
29 Ratings with 12 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Bassam Altajar is a cardiologist and internal medicine physician who brings over four decades of medical experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from the University of Damascus Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency training at St. Barnabas Hospital. Dr. Altajar specializes in cardiovascular disease with a strong foundation in internal medicine, allowing him to provide comprehensive heart care. He communicates with patients in English.
Dr. Altajar practices at multiple locations throughout Sarasota, Florida, and maintains affiliations with Sarasota Memorial Hospital, Desoto Memorial Hospital, HCA Florida Sarasota Doctors Hospital, and AdventHealth Wauchula. His clinical expertise focuses on treating coronary artery disease, including specialized care for women with heart conditions. He performs heart monitoring tests such as ambulatory EKGs and echocardiograms to evaluate heart function and blood flow. Patients have given Dr. Altajar an average rating of …4.1 stars.
Read More Read less Dr. Altajar practices at multiple locations throughout Sarasota, Florida, and maintains affiliations with Sarasota Memorial Hospital, Desoto Memorial Hospital, HCA Florida Sarasota Doctors Hospital, and AdventHealth Wauchula. His clinical expertise focuses on treating coronary artery disease, including specialized care for women with heart conditions. He performs heart monitoring tests such as ambulatory EKGs and echocardiograms to evaluate heart function and blood flow. Patients have given Dr. Altajar an average rating of …4.1 stars.
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Quick Facts
- 41 years of experience
- speaks English
- St Barnabas Hospital
- 12 written reviews
- 2 specialties
- 17 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 5 hospital affiliations
- 2 office locations
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
Dr. Bassam Altajar has 2 locationsCompare with Similar Doctors
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| Dr. Bassam Altajar, MD | Dr. Raghav Sharma, MD | Dr. Dana Weisshaar, MD | Nitza I Alvarez, MD |
| Cardiovascular Disease | Cardiovascular Disease | Cardiovascular Disease | Cardiovascular Disease |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 41 Years of Experience | 16 Years of Experience | 37 Years of Experience | 23 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English | Speaks English, Hindi | Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish |
| Sarasota , FL | Winter Park , FL | Cambridge , MA | Lady Lake , FL |
| Med School: University Of Damascus Faculty Of Medicine | Med School: New York Medical College | Med School: University of Toledo Medical School | Med School: Universidad Central Del Caribe |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Bassam Altajar has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Bassam Altajar has the following 17 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
41 Years Experience
Dr. Bassam Altajar holds an expired medical license in the state of Florida.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Florida that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at St Barnabas Hospital.
Medical School
Graduated from University Of Damascus Faculty Of Medicine in 1985.
NPI Number
Dr. Altajar's NPI number is 1013945815.
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- Dr. Bassam Altajar is affiliated with Sarasota Memorial Hospital, Desoto Memorial Hospital, Hca Florida Sarasota Doctors Hospital, Adventhealth Wauchula, and Hca Florida Sarasota Doctors Hospital.
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- Dr. Bassam Altajar's office is located at 1700 S Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, FL, 34239.
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