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Dr. Joel Fernandez, MD

Dr. Joel Fernandez, MD

Cardiology*

Dr. Joel Fernandez, MD is a cardiologist in Tampa, FL. Dr. Fernandez has extensive experience in Heart Conditions and Interventional Cardiac Procedures. He is affiliated with Tampa General Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 21 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (21 reviews)

USF Health

13330 Usf Laurel Dr Tampa, FL 33612
Telehealth available
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Dr. Fernandez's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Fernandez

4.3
21 ratings, 6 with a written review
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Dr Joel Fernandez really cares and helps
I’ve visited Dr Joel Fernandez for Cardiology for several years. He’s always been caring, professional, a clear communicator and he provided excellent recommendations and care. He is never in a hurry and ensures your issues are addressed. I followed all his recommendations and life is good!
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 02, 2025
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Thorough exam with good explanation. Friendly physician and staff. It was a good experience. Dr. Fernandez is clearly experienced with the ability. to set the patient’s mind at ease.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Mac – Jun 24, 2021
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I will never recommend this office, staff are rude and unprofessional . No one came to give me a reason way I couldn’t go in with my husband to hear why he was recommending a life vest. Meanwhile everyone that was there went in with the patient they came with. I asked to speak to a office manager, she must of left early because she never came out to speak to me. I see why some people start screaming and yelling, totally insensitive, inconsiderate and unprofessional. I can’t comment on the doctor I never met. But we are looking for another doctor
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Delgado – Oct 02, 2020
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Very, very knowledgeable with my particular atrial flutter/atrial fibrillation problem. His treatment plan was very detailed, he explained it and answered every question I had. Excellent doctor!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
12 others found this helpful
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América Saavedra in Tampa, FL – May 12, 2017
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Dr Fernandez talked to our family after rounds and explained my husband's options for treatment in a complete and sensitive manner. He must have spent a half an hour with us answering all our questions and with great compassion and caring. He was a great comfort.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
10 others found this helpful
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Idalea Rubin in Sun City Center, FL – Dec 21, 2016
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This is a doctor that the doctors go to. Ask any Critical Care nurse at Tampa General which is the best cardiology team at TGH and they will say FCI. Florida Caridovascular Institute. Dr. Fernandez is extremely profesional, articulate and intelligent.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
15 others found this helpful
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Tony P in Tampa, FL – Nov 19, 2016
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Dr. Joel Fernandez, MD is a cardiologist in Tampa, FL. Dr. Fernandez has extensive experience in Heart Conditions and Interventional Cardiac Procedures. He is affiliated with Tampa General Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

  • Cardiology

  • Advanced Heart Failure & Transplant Cardiology

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  • Ponce Health Sciences University School Of Medicine

    Medical School
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology
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Cardiovascular Disease
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    Locations

    USF Health

    University Medical Service Association Inc13330 Usf Laurel Dr Tampa, FL 33612
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    Practice

    USF Multidisciplinary Programs2 Tampa General Cir Tampa, FL 33606
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    • Fax
    • Hours
      • Mon: 8:00am - 4:30pm
      • Tue: 8:00am - 4:30pm
      • Wed: 8:00am - 4:30pm
      • Thu: 8:00am - 4:30pm
      • Fri: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Directions

    Practice

    Florida Cardiovascular Institute PA509 S Armenia Ave Ste 200 Tampa, FL 33609
    3

    Practice

    TGMG Sun City16521 S US Highway 301 Wimauma, FL 33598
    4
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