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Dr. Maria Karas, MD

Dr. Maria Karas, MD

Cardiology*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Maria Karas, MD is a cardiologist in New York, NY and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Weill Cornell Medical College in 2006. She is affiliated with Weill Cornell Medical Center. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.9 Star Rating
Based on 101 reviews 4.9 Star Rating (101 reviews)

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(212) 235-1519

Dr. Karas is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Areas of ExpertiseDr. Karas specializes in the areas of Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology, Cardiovascular Disease & Internal Medicine. 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.
  • Recent ReviewsReviews made in the last 30 days. See reviews

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Dr. Karas' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Karas

4.9
101 ratings, 84 with a written review
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'You've tried all the rest, now try the best!!!'
Telehealth
Just like the Pizza boxes state, my review title is accurate, and apropos concerning Dr. Karas. GOD always puts the most brilliant, stellar professionals in my path, in order to successfully guide me through some of life's difficulties, that can crop up from time to time....Case-in-point: The amazing, uber thorough, extremely well-respected in her field, Dr. Maria Karas. I am blessed to have her on my Team of physicians. Dr. Karas explains everything in detail, utilizing clearly understandable terms for the patient; she is well informed on the newest, cutting edge medications, techniques, procedures and implantable devices, available to people like myself. More importantly, I trust Dr. Maria Karas 1,000%, and I greatly respect, and have consistently used all of the referrals she has made, for me. Dr. Maria Karas is my Heart Success Management Specialist. With Dr. Karas, Heart Failure is not an option, nor an objective, or conclusion!!! Tell her P. J. sent ya....God bless.....
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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MRBIGRED – Apr 03, 2025
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Dr Karas and team
Dr Karas is an excellent doctor- I feel well cared for when I see her. I give her 5 Stars!!
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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Susan Kahaner – Mar 29, 2025
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Telehealth
Dr. Karas is Superb!! She is the epitome of what a patient needs in a doctor. She explains things well, she listens intentively and treats you like you are important. I have much faith in her care. She truly is brilliant!
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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Patricia – Mar 21, 2025
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Excellent care
Wonderful doctor.She saved my life!Excellent care.
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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KM – Jan 19, 2025
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Dr Karas and her entire staff were outstanding. I was given plenty of time to ask questions which were all answered patiently and clearly.
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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Dec 22, 2024
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Dr. Maria Karas - knowledgable, explains very well
Telehealth
Dr. Karas displayed great knowledge and patience. She explained all medical issues in a manner that was easy to understand and left no questions.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Dr. Maria Karas is excellent! – Nov 22, 2024
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Caring, Experienced Doctor
Dr Karas has a lot of experience with patients with different conditions, and this gives her a perspective to understand what her patients are going through and how to help them.
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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Sep 29, 2024
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She’s awesome
Exceedingly professional, patient and a world class expert
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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Arthur T – Sep 13, 2024
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Dr Karas is a caring physician.
Dr larasntook tome to explain in detail and review my radiology results!
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Jul 19, 2024
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Dr Karas
I am so pleased to have been referred to Dr. Karas. She is smart, calm and most reassuring.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Dee – Jul 12, 2024
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Extremely knowledgable and spends time explaining what you need to know.
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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Sandra Potter – May 28, 2024
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Kind and Knowledgable
Dr Karas is really nice. She is insightful, carefully reviews your information and discusses the clinical findings, options for treatment. She doesn't rush through an appointment and goes over the plan for when you are home.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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May 17, 2024
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Excellent Doctor
Dr. Karas is very thorough, she listens, does not rush through the appt , and communicates with other doctors involved with me. She is responsive to questions and shares her thinking in a way that is non-defensive and respectful of my desire to be an informed patient
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
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Apr 25, 2024
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Dr Kara’s is a wonderful physician.
Telehealth
She is very knowledgeable, kind and compassionate.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 17, 2024
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Superb cardiologist and supportive staff
Exceptional attention to my care during my office visit.
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
What could be improved
No results
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Dennis Gurwitt – Feb 13, 2024
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Excellent visit
Plenty of time allowed to discuss all health issues and concerns
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
2 others found this helpful
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Dec 25, 2023
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.Very professional and explained everything thoroughly. Warm and caring. Recommend what she thinks is the best treatment for you.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Joan Palmer – Dec 18, 2023
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Competent and Caring
Dr. Karas is a careful and focused physician who listens well and is intent on finding the appropriate solution to my issues. She is personable and communicates easily.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Dr. John Shaw – Dec 07, 2023
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Excellent experience
Very consultative, very professional and very knowledgeable. I was called in at exactly the time of my appointment at 11:00 am. She was very interested with my own particular condition and encouraged me to participate in the treatment process.
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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Reynaldo S Cruz – Oct 13, 2023
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100% satisfied
Love Dr. Karas! She is thorough, easy to understand, extremely kind and compassionate. Every time I call, her office staff gets back to me right away. I never have had to wait long at appointments. Overall I am very pleased.
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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Jul 15, 2023
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About Me

care philosophy

The Perkin Heart Failure Center specializes in advanced systolic and diastolic heart failure, left ventricular assist device implantation, evaluation for cardiac transplantation, valvular disease and evaluation and treatment of pulmonary hypertension....read more

biography

Dr. Karas was raised in Wilmington, DE and received her undergraduate education at the University of Pennsylvania. She received her medical degree from Weill Medical College of Cornell University in 2006. Thereafter, she stayed in New York and...read more
  • Cardiology

  • Advanced Heart Failure & Transplant 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.

  • Newyork-presbyterian Hospital-weill Cornell Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital
  • Newyork-presbyterian Hospital - Weill Cornell Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 2013
  • Newyork-presbyterian Hospital-weill Cornell Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 2009
  • Weill Cornell Medical College

    Medical School, 2006
  • New York-presbyterian Hospital-weill Cornell Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1996
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology
Cardiovascular Disease
Internal Medicine
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Dr. Karas is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Weill Cornell Medical Center

      525 E 68th St
      New York, NY 10065
      Recipient of 5
      hospital awards

      America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Care Award™ (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 Coronary Intervention Award™ (2023)

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

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