Summary

Dr. Rafael Sanchez-Ponce specializes in cardiovascular disease and interventional cardiology, with additional training in internal medicine. He earned his medical degree from the University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine and brings four decades of experience to his cardiovascular practice. Dr. Sanchez-Ponce is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Sanchez-Ponce practices at multiple locations throughout the Tampa Bay area, including Trinity, Safety Harbor, Dunedin, and New Port Richey. His expertise includes treating high blood pressure and hypertensive emergencies. He performs heart monitoring tests such as EKGs and specialized heart ultrasounds using contrast imaging. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 on Vitals.

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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

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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Cardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular Disease
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3.9 
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40 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience 23 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Hindi
Trinity , FLBrooklyn , NYLady Lake , FLWinter Park , FL
Med School: University Of Puerto Rico School Of Medicine Med School: Suny Upstate Medical University Alan And Marlene Norton Coll Of Med Med School: Universidad Central Del Caribe Med School: New York Medical College
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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

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Florida, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

University Of Puerto Rico School Of MedicineGraduated in 1986

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Which hospitals is Dr. Rafael Sanchez-Ponce affiliated with?
Dr. Rafael Sanchez-Ponce 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.
Where is Dr. Rafael Sanchez-Ponce's office located?
Dr. Rafael Sanchez-Ponce's office is located at 2035 Little Rd, Trinity, FL, 34655.
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