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Dr. Jay Koons, MD

Dr. Jay Koons, MD

Interventional Cardiology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Jay Koons, MD is an interventional cardiologist in Gainesville, FL and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Maryland in 1988. He is affiliated with medical facilities HCA Florida North Florida Hospital and HCA Florida Lake City Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.5 Star Rating
Based on 11 reviews 4.5 Star Rating (11 reviews)

Office Hours

Monday

8 am
to
5 pm

Tuesday

8 am
to
5 pm

Wednesday

8 am
to
5 pm

Thursday

8 am
to
5 pm

Friday

8 am
to
5 pm
4645 NW 8th Ave
Gainesville, FL 32605

Locations

The Cardiac & Vascular Institute - Gainesville/8th Avenue

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  • Call
  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
  • Directions

The Cardiac & Vascular Institute - Gainesville/Terrace

The Cardiac & Vascular Institute - Gainesville/Terrace1151 NW 64th Ter Gainesville, FL 32605
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The Cardiac & Vascular Institute - Lake City

The Cardiac & Vascular Institute - Lake City3239 NW York Dr Lake City, FL 32055
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At a Glance

  • Areas of ExpertiseDr. Koons specializes in the areas of Cardiovascular Disease & Interventional Cardiology. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top HospitalAmerica’s 100 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Care Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Koons' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Koons

4.5

11 ratings, 8 with a written review
5 Star
82%
82%
4 Star
9%
9%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
0%
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1 Star
9%
9%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
John Caldwell – Apr 05, 2025
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 04, 2025
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Apr 04, 2025
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Feb 01, 2025
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Telehealth
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
Helpful
Jan 31, 2025
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Nov 28, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Nov 28, 2024
×Post a ResponseAre you Dr. Jay Koons, MD?
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Nov 22, 2024
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About Me

care philosophy

The Cardiac & Vascular Institute has provided comprehensive cardiovascular care to the residents of North Central Florida for over 45 years. We are the most comprehensive cardiovascular facility in the region. Patients experience...read more

biography

Jay Koons, MD is an Interventional Cardiologist at The Cardiac & Vascular Institute. Dr. Koons received his Bachelors of Science in Pharmacology from Butler University going on to receive his Ph.D. in Pharmacology from the University of Iowa. He...read more
  • Interventional Cardiology

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • University Of Alabama Hospitals

    Fellowship Hospital
  • University Of Florida

    Residency Hospital
  • University Of Florida

    Internship Hospital
  • University Of Maryland

    Medical School, 1988
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Cardiovascular Disease
Interventional Cardiology
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • HCA Florida Lake City Hospital

    340 NW Commerce Dr
    Lake City, FL 32055
    Recipient of 7
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    82%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% lower than the national average

    73%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • HCA Florida North Florida Hospital

    6500 W Newberry Rd
    Gainesville, FL 32605
    Recipient of 80
    hospital awards

    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in heart bypass surgery, coronary interventional procedures, heart attack treatment, heart failure treatment, and heart valve surgery

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Care Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Superior clinical outcomes in heart bypass surgery, coronary interventional procedures, heart attack treatment, heart failure treatment, and heart valve surgery

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    80%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% lower than the national average

    71%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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