Dr. Vinayak A. Hegde, MD | Akron, OH | Cardiologist

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Dr. Vinayak Hegde is a cardiologist specializing in cardiovascular disease and internal medicine. He earned his medical degree from Topiwala National Medical College and completed his residency at Western Pennsylvania Hospital. With 24 years of experience treating heart conditions, Dr. Hegde brings extensive knowledge to patient care. He is fluent in English and Russian.

Dr. Hegde practices at multiple locations including Cleveland Clinic Akron General, Lodi Hospital, and Cleveland Clinic in Cleveland and Akron, Ohio. He focuses on treating heart rhythm disorders, high blood pressure, and coronary artery disease. His expertise includes performing heart tests such as EKGs, specialized ultrasounds of the heart, and contrast imaging studies. Patients rate Dr. Hegde 4.3 out of 5 stars on average for his cardiovascular care.

Overview based on verified provider data

4.3

16 Ratings
24 years of experience
speaks English, Russian
Western Pennsylvania Hospital
8 written reviews
2 specialties
14 areas of expertise
2 board certifications
5 hospital affiliations
4 office locations
Male

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

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Dr. Hegde's Ratings and Reviews

4.3

16 Ratings with 8 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 8 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (7) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
Had a good bedside manner: (7) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
Spent time with me: (7) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (7) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
Flexible scheduling: (8) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Saw me in a timely manner: No Ratings
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Has absolutely no respect for his patients or their wishes. Snarky, arrogant and refuses to accept patient rights to guide their own treatment. Uses testing extremely excessively when there are no indicators to validate such measures. Avoids communication and cooperation with physicians in other specialties to provide relief for patients and improve overall outcomes. In short, a very sad excuse for a doctor...

October 19th, 2019

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Dr. Hegde did not have time to talk with me. I found another cardiologist with both the credentials and time to diagnose and develop a plan for recovery.

April 23rd, 2019

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Liked him. Caring and knowledgeable. The only time I see him upset is when I try to play doctor...aside from that, no problems.

March 15th, 2014

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good doctor

January 9th, 2014

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Answers all my questions and explains my medication changes in a way I can understand

November 4th, 2013

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Very through, spends time, compassionate, knows what he is doing

October 7th, 2013

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His approach to patient care is cold, condescending, and impersonal. He stood at the door the entire time, read the medical history, but never approached me. He did not listen to my concerns, was not helpful, and did not care that I was frightened. After one routine office visit I changed doctors immediately.

October 3rd, 2013

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Extremely lucky to have found him! Great doctor, recommend him in a heart beat

October 5th, 2012

Cleveland Clinic Akron General

1 Akron General AveAkron, OH 44307

Tel: (330) 344-6000

Akron General Physician Office Building

224 W Exchange StAkron, OH 44302

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

Lodi Hospital

225 Elyria StLodi, OH 44254

Tel: (330) 948-1222

Cleveland Clinic

9500 Euclid AveCleveland, OH 44195

Tel: (216) 444-2200


Dr. Vinayak Anant Padmanabh Hegde, MD	Christina Joyce Buffington	Dr. Leeanne Stuhlmiller	Jackie M Dennis
Cardiovascular Disease	Internal Medicine	Cardiovascular Disease	Internal Medicine
	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.3 (16 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
24 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Russian	Speaks English	Speaks Spanish, English	Speaks English
Akron , OH	Independence , OH	Canton , OH	Alliance , OH
Med School: Topiwala National Medical College
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Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
Arrhythmia
Atherosclerosis
Blood Clot
Heart Attack
Heart Block
Heart Diseases
Heart Failure
High Cholesterol
High Cholesterol (Hypercholesterolemia)
Hypertension
Internal Medicine
Stroke
Unstable Angina

Dr. Vinayak Anant Padmanabh Hegde holds an active medical license in the state of Ohio.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Ohio that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Western Pennsylvania Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Topiwala National Medical College in 2002.

NPI Number

Dr. Hegde's NPI number is 1780904425.

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What languages does Dr. Vinayak Hegde speak?: Dr. Vinayak Hegde speaks English and Russian.
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