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Dr. John Puleo, MD

Dr. John Puleo, MD

Cardiology*
30+ years of experience

Dr. John Puleo, MD is a cardiologist in Sarasota, FL and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Puleo has extensive experience in Adult Congenital Heart Conditions and Heart Conditions. He graduated from GeorgeTown University in 1990. He is affiliated with HCA Florida Sarasota Doctors Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 35 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (35 reviews)

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Dr. Puleo is affiliated with HCA Florida Sarasota Doctors Hospital Sarasota, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Puleo is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of ExpertiseDr. Puleo specializes in the area of Cardiovascular Disease. 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 HospitalPatient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Puleo's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Puleo

4.6

35 ratings, 20 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
6%
6%
3 Star
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2 Star
0%
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1 Star
9%
9%

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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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Frank – Jan 23, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Oct 05, 2024
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
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Jun 01, 2024
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What went well
  • 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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Andy Atwater – Mar 04, 2024
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Dr Joseph T Silliman – Jan 02, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Charlotte Walters – Jun 07, 2022
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
D O – May 28, 2022
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What went well
  • 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 22, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Mo I. – Jan 10, 2022
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Joyce Lee – Dec 30, 2021
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Jon ford – May 19, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
K Zehr – Mar 11, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Appointment was rushed
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
jon ford – Dec 18, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Judy – Nov 21, 2019
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What went well
  • 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
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Hank Lunsford in Sarasota, FL – Oct 28, 2018
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What went well
  • 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
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Henry Goudreau in Sarasota, FL – Apr 11, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
KD Davis in Englewood, FL – Apr 06, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Kari H. D., NP in Sarasota – Feb 09, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Joel C in Sarasota, FL – Dec 09, 2016
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What went well
  • 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
8 people found this helpful
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Anthony DeSoiza in Sarasota, FL – Jan 18, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. John Puleo, MD is a cardiologist in Sarasota, FL and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Puleo has extensive experience in Adult Congenital Heart Conditions and Heart Conditions. He graduated from GeorgeTown University...read more
  • 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 Florida

    Fellowship Hospital
  • University Of Rochester

    Residency Hospital
  • University Of Florida

    Internship Hospital
  • Georgetown University

    Medical School, 1990
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Cardiovascular Disease
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Dr. Puleo is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • HCA Florida Sarasota Doctors Hospital

      5731 Bee Ridge Rd
      Sarasota, FL 34233
      Recipient of 15
      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

      Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025)

      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.

      83%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% lower than the national average

      76%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
      View all patient feedback
    Learn more about how Healthgrades measures Hospital Quality