4.7
44 Ratings with 37 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Rajendra Makkar is a cardiovascular disease specialist who has dedicated nearly four decades to heart care. He earned his medical degree from Smt. NHL Municipal Medical College and completed his residency training at Harper University Hospital in 1993, following earlier residency work at Wayne State University Hospital in 1990. Dr. Makkar furthered his expertise through a fellowship at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in 1996, bringing 39 years of experience to his practice. He provides care in English.
Dr. Makkar practices at the renowned Smidt Heart Institute and maintains his affiliation with Cedars Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, California. His clinical expertise centers on treating coronary artery disease and addressing heart conditions that specifically affect women. He also specializes in managing myocardial ischemia, a condition where the heart muscle doesn't receive adequate blood flow. Dr. Makkar performs advanced cardiac procedures including heart catheterization, …coronary angiograms to visualize blood vessels, and specialized contrast echocardiography for detailed heart imaging. Patients have rated him 4.7 out of 5 stars for his care.
Read More Read less Dr. Makkar practices at the renowned Smidt Heart Institute and maintains his affiliation with Cedars Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, California. His clinical expertise centers on treating coronary artery disease and addressing heart conditions that specifically affect women. He also specializes in managing myocardial ischemia, a condition where the heart muscle doesn't receive adequate blood flow. Dr. Makkar performs advanced cardiac procedures including heart catheterization, …coronary angiograms to visualize blood vessels, and specialized contrast echocardiography for detailed heart imaging. Patients have rated him 4.7 out of 5 stars for his care.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 39 years of experience
- 43 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
- 37 written reviews
- 1 award
- 1 specialty
- 14 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Location
Smidt Heart Institute
127 S San Vicente Blvd Ste A3600Los Angeles, CA 90048 Tel: (310) 423-3977
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Cardiovascular Disease | Cardiovascular Disease | Cardiovascular Disease | Cardiovascular Disease |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 39 Years of Experience | 30 Years of Experience | 23 Years of Experience | 16 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English | Speaks English, Taiwanese, Mandarin | Speaks English | Speaks English, Hindi |
| Los Angeles , CA | Torrance , CA | Encino , CA | Winter Park , FL |
| Med School: Smt. NHL Municipal Medical College | Med School: New York Medical College | Med School: Yale University School Of Medicine | Med School: New York Medical College |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Rajendra R Makkar
Medical Specialties
Rajendra R Makkar has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Rajendra R Makkar has the following 14 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
39 Years Experience
Rajendra R Makkar holds an active medical license in the state of California.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2027.
Education & Training
Fellowship
Completed their fellowship at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in 1996.
Residency
Completed their residency at Harper University Hospital in 1993 and Wayne State University Hospital in 1990.
Medical School
Graduated from Smt. NHL Municipal Medical College in 1987.
NPI Number
Rajendra R Makkar's NPI number is 1164450235.
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