Summary

Dr. Howard Tarkin is a cardiovascular disease specialist who earned his medical degree from State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine. He completed his internal medicine residency at Montefiore Medical Center and underwent specialized cardiovascular diseases training at the University of Connecticut. With 39 years of experience in cardiology, Dr. Tarkin holds board certification in internal medicine from the American Board of Internal Medicine and provides care in English.

Dr. Tarkin practices at NYU Tisch Hospital and sees patients at WPHPA Hudson Valley Cardiovascular Group in Yorktown Heights, New York. His expertise includes treating coronary artery disease and heart conditions that specifically affect women. He also addresses myocardial ischemia, which occurs when the heart muscle doesn't receive enough oxygen-rich blood. Dr. Tarkin performs electrocardiograms to evaluate heart rhythm and function, along with comprehensive metabolic panels and creatinine tests to monitor overall cardiovascular health. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.5
  • 39 years of experience
  • 32 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Univ Of Ct Sch Of Med, Cardiovascular Diseases; Montefiore M C-H&l Moses Div, Internal Medicine
  • 6 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 20 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Spent time with me
  • Flexible scheduling

Office Location

WPHPA Hudson Valley Cardiovascular Group

2651 Strang BlvdYorktown Heights, NY 10598

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No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks Spanish, Greek Speaks Spanish, Italian Speaks Spanish, Korean, English
Yorktown Heights , NYWhite Plains , NYHawthorne , NYHawthorne , NY
Med School: State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine Med School: University Of Athens School Of Health Sciences Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine Med School: New York Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Howard Tarkin

  • 1199SEIU
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Affinity Health Plan
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CDPHP
  • CenterLight Healthcare
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - PPO
  • Elderplan
  • EmblemHealth
  • EmblemHealth - PPO
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • GEHA
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • MetroPlus Health Plan
  • Molina Healthcare
  • POMCO
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Howard Tarkin has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Howard Tarkin has the following 20 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Arrhythmia
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Blood Clot
  • Cardiac Arrhythmias
  • Carotid Artery Diseases (CAD)
  • Chest Pain (Angina)
  • Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
  • Endocarditis
  • Fainting (Syncope)
  • Heart Attack
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
  • High Cholesterol
  • Hypertension
  • Myocarditis
  • Stroke
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

39 Years Experience

Howard Tarkin holds an active medical license in the state of New York. They are board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of New York that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Univ Of Ct Sch Of Med, Cardiovascular Diseases; Montefiore M C-H&l Moses Div, Internal Medicine and University of Connecticut Program A.

Medical School

Graduated from State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine in 1987, SUNY Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine in 1987, and Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Brooklyn, Coll of Med, Brooklyn Ny in 1987.

NPI Number

Howard Tarkin's NPI number is 1710980404.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Howard Tarkin affiliated with?
Howard Tarkin is affiliated with Nyu Tisch Hospital.
Where is Howard Tarkin's office located?
Howard Tarkin's office is located at 2651 Strang Blvd, Yorktown Heights, NY, 10598.
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