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.

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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

Patients’ Perspective

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

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. Raghav Sharma, MDDr. Michael L. Schwartz, MDDr. Shah Rukh Ali, MD
Cardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular Disease
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.6 
4.5 
39 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience 38 Years of Experience 13 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks French, English Speaks English, Hindi Speaks English Speaks Hindi, Urdu
Brooklyn , NYWinter Park , FLPomona , NYNew York , NY
Med School: University Of Ghana Medical School Med School: New York Medical College Med School: University Of South Florida Health Morsani College Of Medicine Med School: Stanford University School Of Medicine
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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

Dr. Ernest D Afflu holds an active medical license in the state of New York.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of New York that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Suny Health Science Center.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Ghana Medical School in 1987.

NPI Number

Dr. Afflu's NPI number is 1447294764.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Ernest Afflu affiliated with?
Dr. Ernest Afflu is affiliated with Kingsbrook Jewish Medical Center.
Where is Dr. Ernest Afflu's office located?
Dr. Ernest Afflu's office is located at 1336 Utica Ave, Brooklyn, NY, 11203.
Does Dr. Ernest Afflu accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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Does Dr. Ernest Afflu accept my insurance?
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