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Dr. Michael Bernstein, MD

Dr. Michael Bernstein, MD

Cardiology*

Dr. Michael Bernstein, MD is a cardiologist in Albany, NY. Dr. Bernstein has extensive experience in Adult Congenital Heart Conditions. He is affiliated with St Peter's Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 33 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (33 reviews)

Practice

7 Southwoods Blvd Albany, NY 12211
Telehealth available

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Bernstein is affiliated with St Peter's Hospital Albany, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for cardiology.

Dr. Bernstein 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
  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Bernstein specializes in the areas of Cardiovascular Disease & Internal Medicine. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Recent Reviews
    Reviews made in the last 30 days. See reviews
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Dr. Bernstein's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Bernstein

4.6
33 ratings, 21 with a written review
5 star
88%
88%
4 star
3%
3%
3 star
0%
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2 star
3%
3%
1 star
6%
6%

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I like the fact that I didn't have to wait in the waiting area long. However, I felt when I was waiting to see the doctor I waited for awhile.
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
  • Long wait times
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Apr 22, 2025
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Staff was fantastic and Dr Bernstein is a great doctor! I always have a pleasant 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 16, 2025
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As enjoyable as an MD visit can be.
Listens, suggests. Very nice man.
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 04, 2025
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Dr Bernstein
My visit w Dr Bernstein was efficient. In quickly (note, early morning appointment), quick EKG, and visit from doc. Even had me do bloodwork while there. Entire thing took 45 minutes. Doc has a calming tone when discussing things I bring up that I’ve Googled (bad idea btw)
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 01, 2025
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Thorough Visit
The visit was conducted on time and thorough. Questions were answered and recommendations were made. Very satisfied.
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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Mar 25, 2025
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Great Experience
Highly recommend. Dr. Bernstein is always right on top of things and doesn't waste any time. I've never had to wait more than a few minutes to be seen and the rest of the staff has always been polite and helpful. Dr. Bernstein always asks the right questions and takes his time listening to my 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
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Tom D. – Mar 18, 2025
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Extremely professional, totally rely on his advise
Doctor Bernstein has been my cardiologist for many years. He has always provided the best professional advice and meets all my health needs. He shows concern for my health. He’s the best.
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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Mar 07, 2025
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He’s very friendly and thorough
Quick, easy, seamless
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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Feb 22, 2025
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Visit
Went well honest assessment of my situation
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
  • Long wait times
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Feb 15, 2025
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Excellent!
Dr. Bernstein is great. He makes you feel comfortable and you can talk to him. I’m someone that really doesn’t like going to doctors but he is really great and knowledgeable.
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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Karen Terns – Jan 29, 2025
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very thorough & very easy to talk with
Dr. Bernstein is very thorough, very easy to talk to & explains very well what is going on.
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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Jan 29, 2025
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The fact that he listens to me and was open to my concerns and opinions.I had previously been seeing a different cardiologist and was not getting to the bottom of my hbp.He recognized the issue and we resolved it very quickly.
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
  • Staff wasn't friendly
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Apr 12, 2024
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Awesome
This man is extremely smart, to the point and made me feel so much better after my visit. I feel lucky that there are Dr’s like him that are available to us. Just a wonderful Dr.
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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William Allendorph – Nov 11, 2023
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He's a amazing doctor, I brought my mentally challenged father to him about 15 years ago, and he was great with him, he doesn't talk down to him, but he helps him understand what's wrong. My dads heart is extremely weak and other docs wanted to do immediate heart surgery but Dr.Bernstein said no and has kept him going with meds all these years, he's the only doctor I trust with my father without a doubt
What went well
  • 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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Stacey – Aug 19, 2021
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Had an appointment made weeks in advance. After waiting for 30 minutes. I asked how much longer, I was told Dr. Bernstein had three patients scheduled ahead of me and he was not in the office yet. They had no e.t.a. when he would be seeing me, and the staff didn't seem to care at all. It was like the patient care or our personal time didn't matter to them or the doctor. I don't when it became acceptable to expect people to sit and wait for hours to see a doctor, especially when an appointment was made.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Joe G. – Feb 07, 2020
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I have been a patient of Dr Bernstein for 20+ yrs. I trust him whole heartedly. He always takes time to listen and answer any questions I may have. I always feel confidant in treatments, tests, and medication. He has never steered me wrong. The staff is always great as well.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Mar 29, 2019
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Dr Bernstein is okay but getting through to the office is pretty much impossible.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
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Joann Boomhower – Aug 08, 2018
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I have been a patient of Dr. Bernstein for more than 20 years. He is very patient, easy to talk to and great at explaining in layman's terms what's going on with my health. Always addresses any concerns I may have about my condition and is very encouraging about what needs to be done to help me to stay healthy. He keeps it real but is nice about it! I would highly recommend him to anyone who needs a great cardiologist!
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
2 others found this helpful
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Lorna G in Albany, NY – Mar 14, 2018
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The doctor as well as his staff is wonderful. The treat you like you've been friends for years!! Dr Bernstein explained everything to me in detail so I was no longer scared. Between his nurse & the sweet young woman who did the ultrasound on my heart ( along w DrB) not only put me at ease but put me in a great mood the rest of the day!! Humor is good for the soul, at least that what I feel ??
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
8 others found this helpful
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Marlo Sausville in Schenectady, NY – Sep 19, 2016
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I really like Dr. Bernstein. He is easy to talk to and is very patient friendly. I have recommended him to friends who saw him as well. I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a knowledgeable patient friendly environment.
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
4 others found this helpful
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DEB in Catskill, NY – Mar 29, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Capital Cardiology Associates, PC is a benchmark cardiology practice committed to improving our patient's quality of life.

By providing state of the art diagnostics, board certified physicians and a caring and competent staff, we...
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biography

Dr. Michael Bernstein has been practicing cardiology in the Albany area since 1989. Dr. Bernstein joined Capital Cardiology Associates in 2009, after practicing independently in the Albany area for twenty years.

Dr. Bernstein graduated...
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  • Cardiology

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    Medical School
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American Board of Internal Medicine®
Cardiovascular Disease
Internal Medicine
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Dr. Bernstein is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Capital Cardiology Associates PLLC7 Southwoods Blvd Albany, NY 12211
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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

    Practice

    Saint Peters Hospital315 S Manning Blvd Albany, NY 12208
    2

    Practice

    Upstate Gastroenterology Associates PC2200 Burdett Ave Troy, NY 12180
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • St Peter's Hospital

      315 S Manning Blvd
      Albany, NY 12208
      Recipient of 13
      hospital awards

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

      Superior clinical outcomes in heart bypass surgery and heart valve surgery

      Cardiac Surgery Excellence Award™ (2023)

      Superior clinical outcomes in heart bypass surgery and heart valve surgery

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

      85%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% higher than the national average

      79%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      4% higher than the national average

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