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Dr. Joseph Chernilas, MD

Dr. Joseph Chernilas, MD

Cardiology*
50+ years of experience

Dr. Joseph Chernilas, MD is a cardiologist in Stony Brook, NY and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF ALASKA / ANCHORAGE CAMPUS in 1970. He is affiliated with Stony Brook University Hospital.

4.5 Star Rating
Based on 4 reviews 4.5 Star Rating (4 reviews)

Practice

T16 Nicolls Rd Stony Brook, NY 11794
(631) 444-1064

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Chernilas is affiliated with Stony Brook University Hospital Stony Brook, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for cardiology.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Chernilas specializes in the areas of Cardiovascular Disease & Internal Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Chernilas' Reviews

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4.5

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About Me

biography

Dr. Joseph Chernilas, MD is a cardiologist in Stony Brook, NY and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF ALASKA / ANCHORAGE CAMPUS in 1970. He is affiliated with Stony Brook University Hospital.

  • Cardiology

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  • University Of Alaska / Anchorage Campus

    Medical School, 1970
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine
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Cardiovascular Disease†
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Internal Medicine†
†Self designated 
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Locations

Practice

OfficeT16 Nicolls Rd Stony Brook, NY 11794
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Stony Brook University Hospital

    101 Nicolls Rd
    Stony Brook, NY 11794
    Recipient of 33
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 1% in the nation for providing the highest clinical quality year over year

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 1% in the nation for providing the highest clinical quality year over year

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

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    74%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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