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Dr. Stephen Vlay, MD

Dr. Stephen Vlay, MD

Cardiology*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Stephen Vlay, MD is a cardiologist in East Setauket, NY and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Vlay has extensive experience in Heart Conditions and Adult Congenital Heart Conditions. He graduated from yale University in 1975. He is affiliated with Stony Brook University Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 14 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (14 reviews)

Ascension Medical Group Genesys Heart Center

26 Research Way East Setauket, NY 11733
(631) 444-1069

Hospital Highlight

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

Dr. Vlay 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. Vlay 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. Vlay's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Vlay

4.6

14 ratings, 3 with a written review
5 Star
86%
86%
4 Star
0%
0%
3 Star
7%
7%
2 Star
0%
0%
1 Star
7%
7%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
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 13, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Oct 23, 2018
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
7 people found this helpful
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William in Lake Ronkonkoma, NY – Mar 07, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Stephen Vlay, MD is a cardiologist in East Setauket, NY and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Vlay has extensive experience in Heart Conditions and Adult Congenital Heart Conditions. He graduated from yale University...read more

  • Cardiology

  • Internal Medicine

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  • Yale University

    Medical School, 1975
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Cardiovascular Disease
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Internal Medicine
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Dr. Vlay is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

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    Locations

    Ascension Medical Group Genesys Heart Center

    Stonybrook Dialysis Clinic26 Research Way East Setauket, NY 11733
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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 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      View all awards

      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
    Learn more about how Healthgrades measures Hospital Quality