4.7
3 Ratings
Summary
Dr. Joseph Akar is a cardiovascular disease specialist who also practices internal medicine. He earned his medical degree from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and has been practicing for over three decades. Dr. Akar speaks both English and Spanish, making him accessible to a diverse patient population.
Dr. Akar is affiliated with Lawrence And Memorial Hospital and practices at multiple locations throughout New Haven, Connecticut, including Yale New Haven Hospital and its Saint Raphael Campus. He treats patients with high blood pressure conditions, including hypertensive emergencies and pediatric hypertension cases. His procedural expertise includes performing electrocardiograms to monitor heart rhythm, catheter ablation procedures to treat irregular heartbeats, and electrical cardioversion to restore normal heart rhythm. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Dr. Akar is affiliated with Lawrence And Memorial Hospital and practices at multiple locations throughout New Haven, Connecticut, including Yale New Haven Hospital and its Saint Raphael Campus. He treats patients with high blood pressure conditions, including hypertensive emergencies and pediatric hypertension cases. His procedural expertise includes performing electrocardiograms to monitor heart rhythm, catheter ablation procedures to treat irregular heartbeats, and electrical cardioversion to restore normal heart rhythm. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 31 years of experience
- 17 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English, Spanish
- University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine
- 2 specialties
- 9 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 8 office locations
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
Dr. Joseph Gabriel Akar has 8 locationsYale Interventional Cardiology
789 Howard AveNew Haven, CT 06519Mon8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Yale University School Of Medical Cardiology
789 Howard Ave Ste 300New Haven, CT 06519 Tel: (203) 785-4126
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:15 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Dr. Joseph Gabriel Akar
111 Goose Lane Yale New Haven Shoreline Medical Center Ste 2400Guilford, CT 06437Dr. Joseph Gabriel Akar
800 Howard Avenue Yale Physicians Building, Yale New Haven Health Heart & Vascular CenterNew Haven, CT 06519Dr. Joseph Gabriel Akar
800 Howard Avenue Yale Physicians BuildingNew Haven, CT 06519Mon7:00 am - 5:30 pm
Tue7:00 am - 5:30 pm
Wed7:00 am - 5:30 pm
Thu7:00 am - 5:30 pm
Fri7:00 am - 5:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Cardiovascular Disease | Diagnostic Radiology | Vascular & Interventional Radiology | Critical Care Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | |||
| 31 Years of Experience | 5 Years of Experience | 5 Years of Experience | 12 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Spanish | |||
| New Haven , CT | Bridgeport , CT | New Haven , CT | Stony Brook , NY |
| Med School: University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine | Med School: Renaissance School Of Medicine At Stony Brook University | Med School: Univ Of Tx Hlth Sci Ctr At San Antonio Joe R & Teresa Lozano Long Schof Med | Med School: University Of Alexandria Faculty Of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Joseph Gabriel Akar
Medical Specialties
Dr. Joseph Gabriel Akar has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Joseph Gabriel Akar has the following 9 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
31 Years Experience
Dr. Joseph Gabriel Akar holds an expired medical license in the state of Connecticut.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Connecticut that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine in 1995.
NPI Number
Dr. Akar's NPI number is 1558430058.
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- Dr. Joseph Akar is affiliated with Lawrence And Memorial Hospital.
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