Dr. Paul E. Dilorenzo, MD

Dr.DiLorenzo is a great listener

Dr. DiLorenzo has been my cardiologist for a while. He is patient and takes care to explain what is going on with my a-fib. He never rushes through an appointment and is a very good listener. He takes your comments and makes sure he understands what you feel. He dictates his notes while you are there and makes sure you understand his report before you leave. He almost makes sure you understand any medications he might prescribe. I wish more of my doctors were like him.

Dr. DiLorenzo has been my cardiologist since my first episode of afib. I was scared. He explained the situation to me, what could be done, and I was sold on him right there. He is attentive, very intelligent, always answers my questions, and is great at helping me understand complex cardiology issues.

If you want a physician that sticks his head in the computer but does not bother to even look at you except for 10 seconds of listening to your lungs and 15 seconds listening to your heart. Otherwise you're merely a piece of meat that pays his and INOVA's bills. If that's all you want then this is the doctor for you.

I was referred to Dr. Dilorenzo by my primary care doctor. This was my first visit to a cardiologist and I did not know what to expect. I was taken back at my exact appointment time. The staff was very compassionate and attentive. Dr. Dilorenzo was so personable and never made me feel rushed. He took time to listen and to confirm that he had an accurate picture of my situation.

Dr. DiLorenzo thoroughly analyzes patient history, circumstances and addresses all conditions to make an accurate diagnosis. This is important for cardiologists because even seemingly small symptoms or details may be a large puzzle piece for accurately determining or revealing what the critical underlying issue is. Dr. DiLorenzo does this by really listening to his patients. He has also shown that he is up to date with the latest practices, treatment options and medications in the field. One thing that can be worked on is the staff and scheduling at his office though.

Dr. D. has treated both my mother and father for heart issues for years. I think very highly of him and have sat in with him on many appointments with my parents. He answers all of my questions fully, has returned my phone calls, and has a very nice bedside manner. He is also smart and knows his stuff. His office staff, however, leaves a lot to be desired. I find them (one of them moreso) to be snotty, inaccessible, and hurried. I cannot stand dealing with them. Further, they sometimes do not follow through with Dr. DiLorenzo and so things like getting my mother's potassium level checked falls through the cracks. But if you can put up with his staff, I highly recommend Dr. D.

I had to wait the last time but not on other occasions. He is very clear about diagnosis, recommendations and inspires confidence.