Dr. Ratnakar Pernenkil, MD | Slidell, LA | Cardiologist

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Dr. Ratnakar Pernenkil specializes in cardiovascular disease, internal medicine, and interventional cardiology. He earned his medical degree from Rangaraya Medical College and completed his residency at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. With 46 years of medical experience, Dr. Pernenkil brings extensive knowledge to his practice. He is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Pernenkil practices at Slidell Memorial Hospital and maintains locations in Slidell and Lacombe, Louisiana. His expertise includes treating chronic kidney disease and kidney disease in its advanced stages. He performs dialysis procedures to help patients manage kidney failure. Patients have given Dr. Pernenkil an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

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accepting new patients
4.4

16 Ratings
46 years of experience
7 insurance plans accepted
speaks English, Spanish
University Of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
6 written reviews
3 specialties
14 areas of expertise
3 board certifications
1 hospital affiliation
6 office locations
Male

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Dr Pernenkil is an excellent cardiologist. His nurse practitioner is adequate, but the office staff that we have had to deal with is evasive ,uninformed ,not helpful and unconcerned with the welfare of the patient . We have had several friends that have changed cardiology groups due to the office staff. I would have given 5 stars for dr but due to poor staff I gave 4

March 9th, 2017

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Very dedicated to patients. Have been patient for 16 years and he still remembers specifics of my disease. About the best "bedside manner" of all doctors seen.

September 27th, 2016

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The best!

January 22nd, 2015

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One of the smartest and kindest doctors I have ever encountered professionally and personally. Treats patients as an individual, doesn't rush appointments, accurate diagnosis, has NEVER been too busy to listen to your needs. A true gentleman also. His present nurse, Lisa, could not be more professional and courteous.

May 8th, 2013

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Dr. Pernenkil is very good. His nurse and staff are not.

December 21st, 2011

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Excellent physician..listens to you is never rushed and a perfect gentleman.

September 18th, 2010

Cardiology Institute Inc

1051 Gause Blvd Ste 320Slidell, LA 70458

Tel: (985) 641-7577

Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Fri8:30 am - 4:00 pm

SatClosed

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Slidell Memorial Hospital Cardiac And Pulmonary Rehabilitation

1051 Gause Blvd Fl 1Slidell, LA 70458

Tel: (985) 649-8513

Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm

SatClosed

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Cardiology Institute Inc

64040 Highway 434 Ste 105Lacombe, LA 70445

Tel: (985) 882-3261

Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm

SatClosed

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Dr. Ratnakar Pernenkil

100 Medical Center DrSlidell, LA 70461

Slidell Memorial Hospital

1001 Gause BlvdSlidell, LA 70458

Heart And Vascular Clinic

64040 Highway 434 Ste 101Lacombe, LA 70445

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 - 4:30 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed


Dr. Ratnakar Pernenkil, MD	Dr. Aimee Marie Aysenne, MD	Samantha Reichenpfader Hood	Dawn Clark Young
Cardiovascular Disease	Critical Care Medicine	Nurse Practitioner	Nurse Practitioner
Accepts New Patients		Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.4 (16 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
46 Years of Experience	19 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish
Slidell , LA	Picayune , MS	Port Charlotte , FL	Marrero , LA
Med School: Rangaraya Medical College	Med School: Tulane University School Of Medicine
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Accepts Medicaid
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Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
Arrhythmia
Atherosclerosis
Blood Clot
Heart Attack
Heart Block
Heart Diseases
Heart Failure
High Cholesterol
Hypertension
Internal Medicine
Interventional Cardiology
Stroke
Unstable Angina

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign

Medical School

Rangaraya Medical CollegeGraduated in 1980

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What languages does Dr. Ratnakar Pernenkil speak?: Dr. Ratnakar Pernenkil speaks English and Spanish.
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Where is Dr. Ratnakar Pernenkil's office located?: Dr. Ratnakar Pernenkil's office is located at 1051 Gause Blvd Ste 320, Slidell, LA, 70458.
Which hospitals is Dr. Ratnakar Pernenkil affiliated with?: Dr. Ratnakar Pernenkil is affiliated with Slidell Memorial Hospital.

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