Dr. Ira S Ockene, MD

I chose Dr. Ockene as my cardiologist as he is a nationally recognized expert. He proved to be just that and a kind dedicated physician. He listened carefully to what I had to say, asked questions and explained things in a respectful and clear way. He followed up carefully and made recommendations and referrals that have resulted in my being reassured, and confident in my condition and prognosis as well as a vastly improved quality of life. I have recommended family members to him who are also happy with his care.

My wife visited this doctor as she had been having some tachycardia issues all of a sudden. We hoped to get some insight after getting a heart monitor as to what the issue may be. Instead of giving any kind of insight, Ira Ockene asked my wife why she was so "fat" and if she ever exercised. He asked if she knew how to monitor her heart rate and she explained she was checking with a monitor and trying to do it by checking her pulse. He went on to insult her by saying she has no idea what she's doing and shouldn't come in if she doesn't know how to monitor her heart rate. He went on to say that "you women are so dramatic" and then said a follow up appointment wouldn't be necessary because he doesn't think the irregular heart issues are a problem. I would not recommend Ira Ockene since instead of giving medical advice he was insulting and belittling. Better to find a doctor that cares about the patient.

I have confidence in the person of Dr. Ockene, M. D., who lives up to the high standards of his Medical Education at the prestigious Albert Einstein Medical School in NYC. As a cardiologist, built on the foundation of Internal Medicine he has achieved the continued education & experience needed to render excellent diagnostic acumen and proper treatment to his patients. Unhappy patients who choose not to follow his clinically based advice, have themselves to query. My experience salutes his passion to add years if good life to his patients.