Summary

Dr. Richard Taikowski is a cardiovascular disease specialist with expertise in internal medicine, bringing over four decades of experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from Boston University School of Medicine and completed his residency training at Boston University Medical Center. Throughout his extensive 41-year career, Dr. Taikowski has developed particular expertise in treating complex heart conditions. He is fluent in Spanish and Russian, allowing him to serve patients from diverse backgrounds.

Dr. Taikowski practices at Griffin Hospital and sees patients at multiple locations throughout Fairfield and Trumbull. He specializes in managing high blood pressure conditions, including emergency hypertensive situations and pediatric hypertension cases. His comprehensive approach includes cardiac rehabilitation programs to help patients recover and maintain heart health. Patients consistently rate their experience with Dr. Taikowski highly, giving him an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 41 years of experience
  • 26 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, Russian
  • Boston University Medical Center
  • 48 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Richard Lee Taikowski has 4 locations

Northeast Medical Group Cardiac Specialists Fairfield

1305 Post Rd Lowr LevelFairfield, CT 06824
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

Northeast Medical Group Cardiac Specialists Trumbull

999 Silver LnTrumbull, CT 06611
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

Yale New Haven Childrens Hospital Pediatric Specialty Center

5520 PARK AVE STE 600TRUMBULL, CT 06611
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

Yale New Haven Health Bridgeport Hospital

267 Grant StBridgeport, CT 06610

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Cardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseInfectious Disease
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4.8 
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41 Years of Experience 46 Years of Experience 23 Years of Experience 27 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, Russian Speaks English Speaks English
Fairfield , CTNew York , NYNew York , NYStony Brook , NY
Med School: Boston University School Of Medicine Med School: Weill Cornell Medical Center Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons Med School: Ramathibodi Hospital Faculty Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard Lee Taikowski

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • 1199SEIU
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • ConnectiCare
  • ConnectiCare - Medicare
  • EmblemHealth
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • HUSKY Health
  • HUSKY Health - Medicaid
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Tricare
  • United American
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Richard Lee Taikowski has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Richard Lee Taikowski has the following 13 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

41 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Connecticut, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Boston University Medical Center

Medical School

Boston University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1985

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Dr. Richard Taikowski speaks Spanish and Russian.
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Dr. Richard Taikowski is affiliated with Griffin Hospital.

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