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Dr. Vijai Tivakaran, DO

Dr. Vijai Tivakaran, DO

Cardiology*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Vijai Tivakaran, DO is a cardiologist in Dayton, OH and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Tivakaran has extensive experience in Adult Congenital Heart Conditions and Heart Conditions. He graduated from NEW YORK INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY / OLD WESTBURY in 1999. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Kettering Health Troy and Soin Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.1 Star Rating
Based on 41 reviews 4.1 Star Rating (41 reviews)

Kettering Health Medical Group Cardiovascular - Vandalia

4160 Little York Rd Ste 20 Dayton, OH 45414
Telehealth available
(937) 454-9527

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Tivakaran is affiliated with Kettering Health Troy Troy, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Tivakaran 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. Tivakaran specializes in the areas of Cardiology, 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.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Tivakaran's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Tivakaran

4.1

41 ratings, 34 with a written review
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  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Feb 24, 2025
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Dec 18, 2024
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Dec 12, 2024
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Nov 11, 2024
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Nov 04, 2024
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Sep 25, 2024
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Sep 12, 2024
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
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Aug 27, 2024
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Aug 22, 2024
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Aug 06, 2024
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Jul 02, 2024
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Jul 01, 2024
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May 20, 2024
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Feb 27, 2024
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Jan 08, 2024
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Dec 20, 2023
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Dec 18, 2023
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Dec 18, 2023
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Dec 05, 2023
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About Me

care philosophy

Vijai Tivakaran, DO, specializes in cardiology with a focus on heart catheterizations, as well as ultrasounds, CT scans, and nuclear scans of the heart. Dr Tivakaran earned his undergraduate degree from Pennsylvania State University and his medical...read more

biography

Vijai Tivakaran, DO, specializes in cardiology with a focus on heart catheterizations, as well as ultrasounds, CT scans, and nuclear scans of the heart.Dr. Tivakaran earned his undergraduate degree from Pennsylvania State University and his medical...read more

  • Cardiology

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  • New York Institute Of Technology / Old Westbury

    Medical School, 1999
American Osteopathic Association®
American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine®
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Cardiology
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. Tivakaran is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

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    Locations

    Kettering Health Medical Group Cardiovascular - Vandalia

    Kettering Health Medical Group Cardiovascular - Vandalia4160 Little York Rd Ste 20 Dayton, OH 45414
    1

    Kettering Health Medical Group Cardiovascular - Beaverceek Health Center

    Kettering Health Medical Group Cardiovascular - Beaverceek Health Center2510 Commons Blvd Ste 125 Beavercreek, OH 45431
    2

    Kettering Health Medical Group Cardiovascular - Englewood Health Center

    Kettering Health Medical Group Cardiovascular - Englewood Health Center1250 W National Rd Ste 100B Englewood, OH 45315
    3

    Kettering Health Medical Group Cardiovascular - Huber Campus Suite 240

    Kettering Health Medical Group Cardiovascular - Huber Campus Suite 2408701 Old Troy Pike Ste 240 Huber Heights, OH 45424
    4

    Kettering Health Medical Group Cardiovascular - Troy Campus

    Kettering Health Medical Group Cardiovascular - Troy Campus600 W Main St Ste 330 Troy, OH 45373
    5

    Kettering Health Medical Group Cardiovascular - Years Ahead Dayton

    Kettering Health Medical Group Cardiovascular - Years Ahead Dayton3969 Salem Ave Dayton, OH 45406
    6

    Kettering Health Medical Group Cardiovascular-Kettering Health Dayton

    Kettering Health Medical Group Cardiovascular-Kettering Health Dayton425 W Grand Ave Ste 2002 Dayton, OH 45405
    7

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Kettering Health Troy

      600 W Main St
      Troy, OH 45373
      Recipient of 2
      hospital awards

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2022)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

      View all awards

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

      90%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% higher than the national average

      86%
      Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

      13% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Soin Medical Center

      3535 Pentagon Blvd
      Beavercreek, OH 45431
      Recipient of 4
      hospital awards

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

      View all awards

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

      90%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      6% higher than the national average

      81%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      6% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Kettering Health Main Campus

      3535 Southern Blvd
      Kettering, OH 45429
      Recipient of 12
      hospital awards

      Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2024, 2023)

      Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries

      View all awards

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

      88%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      4% higher than the national average

      77%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      2% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    Learn more about how Healthgrades measures Hospital Quality