Summary

Dr. Stephen Vlay is a cardiologist specializing in cardiovascular disease with over five decades of clinical experience. He earned his medical degree from Yale University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Bellevue Hospital Center in 1978, followed by a fellowship at Johns Hopkins Hospital in 1980. His extensive training at these prestigious institutions has shaped his expertise in heart and vascular care. Dr. Vlay provides care in English.

Dr. Vlay practices at Stony Brook University Hospital and sees patients in East Setauket, New York. He focuses on treating heart rhythm disorders and coronary artery disease. His expertise includes managing heart failure in patients whose hearts don't pump blood effectively. Patients consistently rate Dr. Vlay highly for his cardiovascular care, giving him an average rating of 4.9 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 51 years of experience
  • 27 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Johns Hopkins Hospital
  • 2 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 15 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

Office Location

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Cardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular Disease
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4.8 
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4.5 
51 Years of Experience 46 Years of Experience 23 Years of Experience 38 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
East Setauket , NYNew York , NYNew York , NYPomona , NY
Med School: Yale University School of Medicine Med School: Weill Cornell Medical Center Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons Med School: University Of South Florida Health Morsani College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Stephen C Vlay

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • (Anthem) EMP HEALTH CHOICE HMO
  • (Anthem) EMP HEALTH CHOICE PPO
  • (Anthem) EMP HEALTH CHOICE SR
  • Aetna
  • Affinity
  • AgeWell
  • Beech Street
  • Centerlight (CCM)
  • CIGNA HMO
  • CIGNA PPO
  • Fidelis
  • GHI / MEDICARE PLUS
  • GHI CBP
  • GHI HMO
  • Great West
  • Health Smart WTC
  • HEALTHFIRST
  • HIP
  • Humana Military
  • MagnaCare
  • MET EMPIRE
  • MULTIPLAN
  • OXFORD
  • Partners Health Plan
  • UNITED HEALTH CARE / CHP / MEDICAID
  • UNITED HEALTHCARE
  • Workers Compensation

Medical Specialties

Stephen C Vlay has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Stephen C Vlay has the following 15 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Aortic Valve Stenosis
  • Arteriosclerosis (Arterial Disease)
  • Cardiac Arrhythmias
  • Cardiologist
  • Coronary Artery Bypass (Heart Bypass)
  • Coronary Disease
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Catheterization
  • Heart Failure
  • High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
  • High Cholesterol (Hypercholesterolemia)
  • Myocardial Diseases
  • Myocardial Infarction
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

51 Years Experience

Stephen C Vlay holds an expired medical license in the state of New York.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Johns Hopkins Hospital in 1980.

Residency

Completed their residency at Bellevue Hospital Center in 1978.

Medical School

Graduated from Yale University School of Medicine in 1975.

NPI Number

Stephen C Vlay's NPI number is 1396760344.

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Stephen Vlay speaks English.
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