Summary

Interventional cardiology is the focus of Dr. Rafael Sanchez-Ponce's practice, with 40 years of experience treating hypertension and hypertensive emergency. He also performs electrocardiograms, contrast echocardiography, and transthoracic echocardiograms. Dr. Sanchez-Ponce also practices internal medicine and is affiliated with HCA Florida Trinity Hospital, Mease Countryside Hospital, HCA Florida Bayonet Point Hospital, Morton Plant Hospital, Mease Dunedin Hospital, and Baycare Alliant Hospital. He earned his medical degree from the University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine and sees patients in Trinity, Safety Harbor, Dunedin, and New Port Richey, Florida. He speaks English and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Sanchez-Ponce 3.9 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.9
  • 40 years of experience
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University Of Puerto Rico School Of Medicine
  • 1 written review
  • 3 specialties
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 6 hospital affiliations
  • 5 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Rafael Sanchez-Ponce has 5 locations

Interventional Cardiac Consultants Plc

2035 Little RdTrinity, FL 34655
Mon8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:30 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Mease Countryside Hospital

3231 Mcmullen Booth RdSafety Harbor, FL 34695

Hca Florida Trinity Hospital

9330 State Road 54New Port Richey, FL 34655

Mease Dunedin Hospital

601 Main StDunedin, FL 34698

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40 Years of Experience 37 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience 23 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English, Hindi Speaks English, Spanish
Trinity , FLCambridge , MAWinter Park , FLLady Lake , FL
Med School: University Of Puerto Rico School Of Medicine Med School: University of Toledo Medical School Med School: New York Medical College Med School: Universidad Central Del Caribe
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Rafael Sanchez-Ponce

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Rafael Sanchez-Ponce has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Rafael Sanchez-Ponce has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Heart Block
  • High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
  • High Cholesterol (Hypercholesterolemia)
  • Internal Medicine
  • Interventional Cardiology
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

40 Years Experience

Dr. Rafael Sanchez-Ponce holds an expired medical license in the state of Florida.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Florida that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Puerto Rico School Of Medicine in 1986.

NPI Number

Dr. Sanchez-Ponce's NPI number is 1669433223.

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Dr. Rafael Sanchez-Ponce's office is located at 2035 Little Rd, Trinity, FL, 34655.
What languages does Dr. Rafael Sanchez-Ponce speak?
Dr. Rafael Sanchez-Ponce speaks English and Spanish.
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