4.4
5 Ratings with 1 written Review
Summary
Dr. Harshan Weerackody is a cardiovascular disease specialist with 36 years of experience treating heart and blood vessel conditions. He earned his medical degree from St. Georges University School of Medicine in Grenada and completed his residency at South Brooklyn Health in 1993, followed by a cardiology fellowship at the same institution in 1996. Dr. Weerackody is fluent in English.
Dr. Weerackody practices at Northwell Health Cardiology in Chester, New York, and maintains affiliations with Nuvance Health Vassar Brothers Medical Center and Northern Dutchess Hospital. He specializes in managing high blood pressure conditions, including hypertensive emergencies and pediatric cases. His expertise includes performing heart imaging studies such as echocardiograms and electrocardiograms to evaluate cardiac function. Patients rate Dr. Weerackody 4.4 out of 5 stars on average.
Dr. Weerackody practices at Northwell Health Cardiology in Chester, New York, and maintains affiliations with Nuvance Health Vassar Brothers Medical Center and Northern Dutchess Hospital. He specializes in managing high blood pressure conditions, including hypertensive emergencies and pediatric cases. His expertise includes performing heart imaging studies such as echocardiograms and electrocardiograms to evaluate cardiac function. Patients rate Dr. Weerackody 4.4 out of 5 stars on average.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 36 years of experience
- 24 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- South Brooklyn Health
- 1 written review
- 2 specialties
- 14 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 2 hospital affiliations
- 1 office location
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Location
Northwell Health Cardiology at Chester
1460 State Route 17M Ste BChester, NY 10918 Tel: (845) 790-2091
Mon7:30 am - 4:45 pm
Tue7:30 am - 4:45 pm
Wed7:30 am - 4:45 pm
Thu7:30 am - 4:45 pm
Fri7:30 am - 4:45 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Harshan Weerackody, MD | Dr. Hirad Yarmohammadi, MD | Dr. Rajiv Singh, MD | Dr. Ainat Beniaminovitz, MD |
| Cardiovascular Disease | Cardiovascular Disease | Cardiovascular Disease | Cardiovascular Disease |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 36 Years of Experience | 24 Years of Experience | 24 Years of Experience | 36 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English | Speaks Farsi | Speaks Spanish, Hindi | Speaks Hebrew |
| Chester , NY | New York , NY | Suffern , NY | Suffern , NY |
| Med School: St. Georges University School of Medicine-Grenada | Med School: Shiraz University Of Medical Sciences | Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons | Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Harshan Weerackody
Medical Specialties
Harshan Weerackody has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Harshan Weerackody has the following 14 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
36 Years Experience
Harshan Weerackody 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 2027.
Education & Training
Fellowship
Completed their fellowship at South Brooklyn Health in 1996.
Residency
Completed their residency at South Brooklyn Health in 1993.
Medical School
Graduated from St. Georges University School of Medicine-Grenada in 1990.
NPI Number
Harshan Weerackody's NPI number is 1245203165.
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