Summary

Dr. Joel Fernandez specializes in cardiovascular disease, focusing on heart and blood vessel conditions. He earned his medical degree from Ponce Health Sciences University and completed both his residency and fellowship training at Morsani College of Medicine at University of South Florida. Dr. Fernandez holds certifications in internal medicine from the American Board of Internal Medicine and radiology from the American Board of Radiology. He is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Fernandez practices at Saint Josephs Hospital Inc and Lakeland Regional Health in Lakeland, Florida. His expertise includes treating heart failure and coronary artery disease, with particular experience caring for women with heart conditions. He performs diagnostic procedures such as electrocardiograms and echocardiograms to evaluate heart function and structure. Patients rate Dr. Fernandez 4.8 out of 5 stars on average.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 65 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Morsani College of Medicine at University of South Florida
  • 4 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 16 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

Lakeland Regional Health

1409 N Florida AveLakeland, FL 33805

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Cardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular Disease
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4.8 
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37 Years of Experience 23 Years of Experience 39 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Spanish, English
Lakeland , FLCambridge , MALady Lake , FLDavenport , FL
Med School: Ponce Health Sciences University (Medical Education) Med School: University of Toledo Medical School Med School: Universidad Central Del Caribe Med School: Universidad Autonoma de Guadalajara Guadalajara, Mexico
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Joel Fernandez

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid
  • Ambetter
  • America's 1st Choice
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • AvMed
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • CarePlus Health Plans (Florida Medicare)
  • CarePlus Health Plans (Florida Medicare) - HMO
  • CarePlus Health Plans (Florida Medicare) - Medicare
  • CarePlus Health Plans (Florida Medicare) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Cigna
  • Devoted Health
  • EmblemHealth
  • Empire Plan
  • Empire Plan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Florida Blue: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida
  • GEHA
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicaid
  • Humana - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana - PPO
  • Independence Blue Cross
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medica
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Optimum HealthCare
  • Optimum HealthCare - HMO
  • Optum Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Simply Healthcare
  • Tricare
  • Ultimate Health Plans
  • Ultimate Health Plans - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • United American
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Joel Fernandez has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Joel Fernandez has the following 16 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Arrhythmia
  • Asthma
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Blood Clot
  • Heart Attack
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
  • High Cholesterol
  • High Cholesterol (Hypercholesterolemia)
  • Hypertension
  • Pulmonary Hypertension
  • Stroke
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

Joel Fernandez holds an active medical license in the state of Florida. They are board certified in Internal medicine and Radiology by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Radiology.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine in 2007, board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine, board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine in 2003, board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine in 2006, and board certified in Radiology by the American Board of Radiology in 2011.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Morsani College of Medicine at University of South Florida.

Residency

Completed their residency at Morsani College of Medicine at University of South Florida.

Medical School

Graduated from Ponce Health Sciences University (Medical Education).

NPI Number

Joel Fernandez's NPI number is 1700829769.

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Joel Fernandez is affiliated with Saint Josephs Hospital Inc.
Where is Joel Fernandez's office located?
Joel Fernandez's office is located at 1409 N Florida Ave, Lakeland, FL, 33805.
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