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The 20 Best Heart Failure Doctors near Harrison, NY

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 808 doctor with experience in Heart Failure near Harrison, NY. Of these, 637 are Experienced, 115 are Advanced, 35 are Distinguished and 11 are Elite.

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    Wilbert Aronow
    Elite in Heart Failure
    Internal Medicine
    Elite in Heart Failure
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    19 Bradhurst Ave Ste 1700GG, 
    Hawthorne, NY 
     (9.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Wilbert Aronow is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Hawthorne, New York. Dr. Aronow is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. His top areas of expertise are Heart Failure, Heart Attack, Hypertension, Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI), and Aortic Valve Replacement.

    Ulrich P. Jorde
    Elite in Heart Failure
    Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology
    Elite in Heart Failure
    Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology

    Montefiore Medical Center

    111 East 210th Street, 
    Bronx, NY 
     (10.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, German
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Ulrich Jorde’s laboratory is focused on translational research in advanced heart failure including heart replacement therapy; i.e. durable mechanical circulatory support (left ventricular assist devices/ “artificial hearts”) or cardiac transplantation. Dr. Jorde is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. His top areas of expertise are Heart Failure, Cardiogenic Shock, Cardiomyopathy, Heart Transplant, and Cardiac Ablation.

    Shun Kohsaka
    Elite in Heart Failure
    Cardiology
    Elite in Heart Failure
    Cardiology

    Presbyterian Hospital

    622 W 168th St, 
    New York, NY 
     (14.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Shun Kohsaka is a Cardiologist in New York, New York. Dr. Kohsaka is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. His top areas of expertise are Heart Failure, Acute Coronary Syndrome, Heart Attack, Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI), and Heart Bypass Surgery.

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    Gregg Stone
    Elite in Heart Failure
    Cardiology
    Elite in Heart Failure
    Cardiology

    New York-Presbyterian/Columbia University Medical Center

    161 Fort Washington Ave, 
    New York,, NY 
     (14.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Gregg Stone is a Cardiologist in New York,, New York. Dr. Stone is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. His top areas of expertise are Heart Attack, Coronary Heart Disease, Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI), and Heart Bypass Surgery.

    Emre Noteroglu
    Advanced in Heart Failure
    Advanced in Heart Failure

    Scarsdale Medical Group

    600 Mamaroneck Avenue, Suite 200, 
    Harrison, NY 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Emre Noteroglu, MD received his undergraduate degree in biomedical engineering from Johns Hopkins University and went on to the SUNY Health Science Center in Brooklyn for his medical education. He completed a medical internship and residency at Brown University School of Medicine. Following his internal medicine training he became a Fellow in Geriatric Medicine at the University Of Connecticut School Of Medicine in Farmington. Dr. Noteroglu is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. His top areas of expertise are Bronchitis, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Pseudocholinesterase Deficiency, and GTP Cyclohydrolase 1 Deficiency.

    Jason N. Katz
    Distinguished in Heart Failure
    Distinguished in Heart Failure
    Scarsdale, NY 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jason Katz is a Cardiologist in Scarsdale, New York. Dr. Katz is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. His top areas of expertise are Cardiogenic Shock, Heart Attack, Heart Failure, Heart Transplant, and Thrombectomy.

    Sanjay D. Naik
    Advanced in Heart Failure
    Advanced in Heart Failure

    ColumbiaDoctors - 688 White Plains Road

    688 White Plains Road, 
    Scarsdale, NY 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    ColumbiaDoctors Medical Group is one of the largest multi-specialty practices in New York State, comprised of an experienced group of physicians specializing in Cardiology, Vascular Disease, Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology. The physicians at ColumbiaDoctors Medical Group are specialists in many areas of medicine, including: Congenital Heart Failure, Cardiac Transplantation, Cardiovascular Disease, Peripheral Vascular Disease, Pulmonary Hypertension, Arrhythmias, Cardiac Catheterization, Internal Medicine, Gastroenterology, Pulmonary Medicine and Nutrition & Wellness. ColumbiaDoctors Medical Group physicians are faculty members at New York Presbyterian/Columbia University Medical Center and actively participate in advanced research, in an effort to offer patients with complex illnesses access to therapies not readily available elsewhere. Some of the current cardiology protocols include: non-surgical treatments for valvular disease, new treatments for atrial fibrillation, methods to avoid use of blood thinners, as well as modalities to treat blood pressure with less medication. The physicians at ColumbiaDoctors Medical Group practice in several Westchester County locations include Hawthorne, White Plains, Eastchester, Hartsdale, Mount Vernon, Scarsdale, and Somers. Orange County locations include Goshen and Port Jervis New York. Dr. Naik is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. His top areas of expertise are Unstable Angina, Familial Progressive Cardiac Conduction Defect, Heart Failure, Pulmonary Edema, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Ari J. Paley
    Advanced in Heart Failure
    Cardiology
    Advanced in Heart Failure
    Cardiology

    ColumbiaDoctors - 688 White Plains Road

    688 White Plains Road, 
    Scarsdale, NY 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Ari Paley, MD, FACC, FACP, is a board certified Cardiologist and a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology (FACC). Trained at some of the best US medical institutions, Dr. Paley practices all aspects of clinical cardiology including disease prevention, diagnosis and management of Hypertension, High Cholesterol, Coronary Artery Disease, Arrhythmias, Valvular Heart Disease, Congestive Heart Failure, and Peripheral Vascular Disease.Dr. Paley’s credentials also include board certifications in Nuclear Cardiology by the American Society of Nuclear Cardiology (ASNC), Echocardiography and Stress Echocardiography by the National Board of Echocardiography (NBE), and Internal Medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM). Dr. Paley is an attending cardiologist with his primary affiliation at New York Presbyterian-Lawrence Hospital. He has been in practice since 2009 and as a leader in his field is dedicated to providing impeccable and compassionate care. He is known for his warm personality and excellent bedside manner. Dr. Paley provides all patients with highly comprehensive screening services and education for long term health. Using his knowledge of cutting-edge research and technology, Dr. Paley is committed to improving the lives of his patients through expert preventive care, diagnosis, and treatment. Dr. Paley is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. His top areas of expertise are Atherosclerosis, Coronary Heart Disease, Angina, Heart Failure, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Srirama K. Kalapatapu
    Advanced in Heart Failure
    Advanced in Heart Failure

    ColumbiaDoctors - 688 White Plains Road

    688 White Plains Road, 
    Scarsdale, NY 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Srirama Kalapatapu is a clinical cardiologists at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital / Columbia University Medical Center and the Chief of Cardiology at NewYork-Presbyterian/Lawrence Hospital. He is a Associate Clinical Professor of Medicine at Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons. Dr. Kalapatapu received his Doctor of Medicine from Siddhartha Medical College in India. He completed his internship at St. Vincent's Hospital, residency at Stamford Hospital and fellowship at Westchester Medical Center. Dr. Kalapatapu is board certified in cardiovascular medicine and nuclear medicine. He specializes in adult cardiology and cardiac imaging. Dr. Kalapatapu is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. His top areas of expertise are Coronary Heart Disease, Hypertensive Heart Disease, Atherosclerosis, Angina, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Glenn Gandelman
    Advanced in Heart Failure
    Advanced in Heart Failure

    Greenwich Medical Associates

    81 Holly Hill Ln, Fl 3, 
    Greenwich, CT 
     (5.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Glenn Gandelman is a Cardiologist in Greenwich, Connecticut. Dr. Gandelman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Heart Murmurs, and Arterial Insufficiency.

    William Frishman
    Distinguished in Heart Failure
    Distinguished in Heart Failure

    Office

    19 Bradhurst Ave Ste 3070N, 
    Hawthorne,, NY 
     (9.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    William Frishman is a Cardiologist in Hawthorne,, New York. Dr. Frishman is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. His top areas of expertise are Heart Attack, Heart Failure, Cardiomyopathy, Embolectomy, and Lithotripsy.

    Nir Y. Uriel
    Elite in Heart Failure
    Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology | Cardiology
    Elite in Heart Failure
    Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology | Cardiology

    Trustees Of Columbia University In The City Of New York

    622 W 168th St, 
    New York, NY 
     (14.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Nir Uriel is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist and a Cardiologist in New York, New York. Dr. Uriel is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. His top areas of expertise are Heart Failure, Cardiogenic Shock, Heart Attack, Heart Transplant, and Heart Bypass Surgery.

    Gabriel T. Sayer
    Elite in Heart Failure
    Cardiology | Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology
    Elite in Heart Failure
    Cardiology | Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology

    CUIMC/Presbyterian Hospital And Vanderbilt Clinic

    622 West 168th Street, 
    New York, NY 
     (14.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Gabriel Sayer is the Associate Director of Advanced Heart Failure, Cardiac Transplantation and Mechanical Circulatory support at NewYork-Presbyterian. In this role, Dr. Sayer provides leadership and oversight for the comprehensive heart failure services provided across NewYork-Presbyterian, including the campuses in Manhattan, Queens, Brooklyn and Westchester.  Dr. Sayer attended medical school at the University of Pennsylvania, followed by Internal Medicine residency at Columbia University Irving Medical Center. He completed Cardiology fellowship at Mount Sinai Medical Center and his Advanced Heart Failure fellowship at Massachusetts General Hospital. Prior to joining NewYork-Presbyterian in 2019, Dr. Sayer worked at the University of Chicago for six years, where he was the Associate Director of the Heart Failure, Mechanical Circulatory Support and Cardiac Transplantation programs.  In addition to his extensive clinical experience in all aspects of heart failure, Dr. Sayer has published nearly 100 peer-reviewed articles in the field of advanced heart failure. His research interests include the impact of of heart failure treatments on cardiac physiology, with a particular interest in the interaction between patients and mechanical circulatory support devices. https://youtu.be/vT5s8orP6V8. Dr. Sayer is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. His top areas of expertise are Heart Failure, Cardiogenic Shock, Heart Attack, Heart Transplant, and Heart Valve Repair.

    Koji Takeda
    Elite in Heart Failure
    Thoracic Surgery | General Surgery
    Elite in Heart Failure
    Thoracic Surgery | General Surgery

    CUIMC/Milstein Hospital Building

    177 Ft. Washington Avenue, 
    New York, NY 
     (14.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Japanese
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Koji Takeda, MD, PhD is a cardiac surgeon and Surgical Director for Adult Heart Transplant at NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Irving Medical Center.Dr. Takeda has a focus on heart failure, heart transplant surgery and mechanical circulatory support through ventricular assist devices (VADs). In addition to his clinical work, he is an active researcher in all of these areas, as well as in cardiac regeneration therapy.Dr. Takeda completed his medical training, post-graduate training, residency and fellowship in Osaka, Japan, after which he completed an advanced cardiovascular surgery fellowship at Northwestern University, Chicago. He is the recipient of multiple honors and awards including the American College of Chest Physicians Award, Japan Branch, 2009; and chief resident award and best resident award, 2005, at the National Cardiovascular Center, Osaka, Japan. Dr. Takeda is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. His top areas of expertise are Cardiogenic Shock, Heart Failure, Heart Attack, Heart Transplant, and Heart Valve Repair.

    Mathew Maurer
    Elite in Heart Failure
    Internal Medicine | Cardiology | Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology
    Elite in Heart Failure
    Internal Medicine | Cardiology | Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology

    CUIMC/Vivian & Seymour Milstein Family Heart Center

    173 Fort Washington Avenue, Floor 4, Suite 617, 
    New York, NY 
     (14.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Mathew S. Maurer, MD - Dr. Maurer is a general internist and geriatric cardiologist with advanced training in heart failure and cardiac transplantation.  He is the Arnold and Arlene Goldstein Professor of Cardiology at Columbia University Irving Medical Center, Vagelos College of Physicians & Surgeons, where directs the Clinical Cardiovascular Research Laboratory for the Elderly (CCRLE). Dr. Maurer is a member of the Advanced Cardiac Care Center at NewYork Presbyterian Hospital – Columbia Campus.  He is the Director of the Cardiac Amyloidosis Program. He has published over 300 articles including peer reviewed manuscripts, reviews and book chapters. He was Chair of the American College of Cardiology’s Geriatric Cardiology Member Section, which is the largest organization dedicated to advancing the care of older adults with cardiovascular disease. He was co-chair of the Steering Committee of the ATTR-ACT trial showing tafamidis was a safe and effective therapy for transthyretin amyloid cardiomyopathy.   Throughout his career, he has promulgated an approach to older adults with cardiovascular disease that offers the best of both geriatric and cardiovascular medicine in which a comprehensive holistic approach to enhance functional capacity and quality of life is at the forefront of emerging techniques to address cardiovascular physiologic derangement that disproportionately afflict older adults. Dr. Maurer is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. His top areas of expertise are Cardiac Amyloidosis, Primary Amyloidosis, Transthyretin Amyloid Cardiomyopathy, Heart Transplant, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).

    Melana Yuzefpolskaya
    Elite in Heart Failure
    Internal Medicine | Cardiology | Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology
    Elite in Heart Failure
    Internal Medicine | Cardiology | Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology

    CUIMC/Vivian & Seymour Milstein Family Heart Center

    173 Fort Washington Avenue, Floor 4, Suite 617, 
    New York, NY 
     (14.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Russian
    Accepting New Patients

    Melana Yuzefpolskaya, MD is a cardiologist, specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of patients with advanced heart failure, with a special interest in mechanical circulatory support (MCS) with left ventricular assist devices (LVADs) and heart transplantation.  She is board certified in General Cardiology, Echocardiography, Nuclear Cardiology and Advanced Heart Failure and Cardiac Transplantation.Dr. Yuzefpolskaya is an Associate Professor of Medicine in the Division of Cardiology. She received her medical degree from New York University School of Medicine, completed her Residency in Internal Medicine at NYU, Fellowship in Cardiovascular Diseases at St. Luke's Roosevelt Medical Center and advanced training in advanced heart failure, cardiac assist devices and transplantation at Columbia University Medical Center in New York.Dr. Yuzefpolskaya has co-authored more than 145 peer-reviewed manuscripts in prestigious journals, including Journal of Heart and Lung Transplantation, Circulation: Heart Failure, European Journal of Heart Failure, Journal of Cardiac Failure and the Journal of the American College of Cardiology. Her work has been presented at multiple national and international meetings including American Heart Association, Heart Failure Society of America, International Society of Heart and Lung Transplantation, and European Mechanical Circulatory Support Summit. She serves as an ad hoc reviewer on multiple journals and has contributed to guidelines on treatment and management of patients with cardiac assist devices.Dr. Yuzefpolskaya joined the Faculty at the Center for Advanced Cardiac Care in 2011, and was named the Associate Medical Director of the Mechanical Circulatory Support/LVAD Program at New York-Presbyterian/Columbia University Medical Center in 2014. She sees patients in Washington Heights in New York City. Dr. Yuzefpolskaya is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. Her top areas of expertise are Heart Failure, Cardiogenic Shock, Heart Attack, Heart Transplant, and Heart Valve Repair.

    Ersilia M. Defilippis
    Elite in Heart Failure
    Internal Medicine | Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology
    Elite in Heart Failure
    Internal Medicine | Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology

    CUIMC/Vivian & Seymour Milstein Family Heart Center

    173 Fort Washington Avenue, 
    New York, NY 
     (14.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Ersilia M. DeFilippis, FACC, FAHA, FHFSA is a highly accomplished physician and an Assistant Professor of Cardiology and Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist at Columbia University Irving Medical Center. She graduated from Yale University summa cum laude with a Bachelors of Arts in Women’s Studies and a concentration in Women’s Health. Dr. DeFilippis received her medical degree from Weill Cornell Medical College where she was inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha honor Society and graduated with an MD with Honors in Research. She was also granted the Janet M. Glasgow-Rubin Memorial Achievement Award for graduating first in her medical school class. She then completed her Internal Medicine residency at Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston. Subsequently, she finished her fellowships in cardiovascular disease and advanced heart failure and transplant cardiology at Columbia University Irving Medical Center. She is board certified in internal medicine, cardiology, and advanced heart failure and transplant cardiology. Her clinical interests include peripartum cardiomyopathy, pregnancy and cardiovascular disease, heart failure, heart transplantation, and mechanical circulatory support. Her research interests include sex-specific outcomes and disparities in advanced heart failure and transplantation as well as the intersection of heart failure and cardio-obstetrics. She is also interested in health disparities and health equity more broadly.She has over 230 peer-reviewed publications and has published in leading journals including JAMA Cardiology, Journal of Heart and Lung Transplantation, Circulation: Heart Failure; JACC and JACC: Heart Failure. She has also given invited talks at multiple national and international conferences. She received the 2024 American Society of Transplantation Clinical Career Development Achievement Award for her research endeavors and was named a 2025 Lewis Katz Scholar by the Division of Cardiology. She was a Co-Chair of the ISHLT Consensus Statement on Reproductive Health after Thoracic Transplantation and has served as a member of various committees for the American College of Cardiology, Heart Failure Society of America, American Heart Association, and American Society of Transplantation. She is also a member of the Executive Committee of the Women’s Health Community of Practice of the American Society of Transplantation and the Diverse Populations Editor for the Journal of Cardiac Failure. She is a fellow of the American College of Cardiology, Heart Failure Society of America, and American Heart Association. Dr. Defilippis is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. Her top areas of expertise are Heart Failure, Peripartum Cardiomyopathy, SVC Obstruction, Heart Transplant, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Roger V. Cappucci
    Experienced in Heart Failure
    Experienced in Heart Failure

    Scarsdale Medical Group

    600 Mamaroneck Avenue, Suite 200, 
    Harrison, NY 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Roger V. Cappucci, MD, FACP, FACC, received his undergraduate degree with honors from Fordham University. He earned his medical degree from Cornell University Medical College and remained at New York Hospital-Cornell Medical Center for his internship and residency in internal medicine. Dr. Cappucci completed his fellowship in cardiovascular disease at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine-Montefiore Medical Center. Dr. Cappucci is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. His top areas of expertise are Coronary Heart Disease, Angina, Heart Attack, and Atherosclerosis.

    Jeannette L. Yuen
    Experienced in Heart Failure
    Experienced in Heart Failure

    Scarsdale Medical Group

    600 Mamaroneck Avenue, Suite 200, 
    Harrison, NY 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Cantonese

    Jeannette L. Yuen, MD, FACC, FASE, PC received her undergraduate and medical degrees from the Honors Program in Medical Education at Northwestern University. She remained in Chicago for her internship and residency in internal medicine at Michael Reese Hospital and Medical Center. She then undertook a fellowship in cardiology at Baylor College of Medicine, in Houston and completed her fellowship, with additional training, at Montefiore Medical Center/Albert Einstein College of Medicine. Dr. Yuen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. Her top areas of expertise are Idiopathic Edema, Atrial Fibrillation, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

    Advanced in Heart Failure
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Heart Failure
    Internal Medicine

    MDVIP - Rye Brook, NY

    90 S Ridge St Ste 2-161, 
    Rye Brook, NY 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Franklin Loria is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Rye Brook, New York. Dr. Loria is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. His top areas of expertise are Dementia, Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Osteoporosis, and Heart Failure. Dr. Loria is currently accepting new patients.

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    What is the definition of Heart Failure?

    Heart failure is a condition in which the heart is no longer able to pump oxygen-rich blood to the rest of the body efficiently. This causes symptoms to occur throughout the body.

    Which doctors treat heart failure?   

    Heart failure, also called congestive heart failure, is managed by a team of specialized doctors

    • Primary care doctors are often the first to identify signs of heart failure. They help monitor symptoms, manage overall health, and coordinate care among specialists. They play an important role in early detection and ongoing support. 
    • Cardiologists, including heart failure specialists, lead treatment by diagnosing the condition, prescribing medications, and recommending lifestyle changes. In advanced cases, they may oversee procedures like implantable devices and heart transplants. 
    • Pulmonologists manage lung-related symptoms, such as shortness of breath, due to fluid buildup. They may prescribe diuretics or oxygen therapy to relieve congestion and improve breathing. 
    • Electrophysiologists treat heart rhythm issues (arrhythmias) that may develop with heart failure. They stabilize rhythms through medications, procedures, or implanted devices like pacemakers or defibrillators. 

    What are the symptoms of heart failure? 

    Symptoms of heart failure can vary by type and level of intensity from person to person. 

    Common signs include: 

    • Shortness of breath, especially during activity or while lying down 
    • Fatigue and weakness 
    • Swelling in the legs, ankles, and feet 
    • Rapid or irregular heartbeat 
    • Persistent cough or wheezing, often with white or pink mucus 
    • Difficulty concentrating and a general feeling of being weak or tired 

    How is heart failure diagnosed?  

    Heart failure is diagnosed through a combination of medical history, physical exams, and tests that assess heart function.  

    • Electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG): Small sensors attached to the skin detect the heart’s rhythm and identify any irregularities, which can signal heart stress or damage. 
    • Echocardiogram: This ultrasound test uses sound waves to create live images that show the heart’s size, shape, and how well it pumps, helping doctors assess damage or weak heart muscle.  
    • Blood Tests: Tests like the B-type natriuretic peptide (BNP) measure specific markers that show heart strain. Elevated BNP levels suggest the heart is under stress or working harder than normal. 
    • Chest X-ray: This imaging test shows the size of the heart and any fluid buildup in the lungs. Enlarged heart size or lung congestion can suggest heart failure.  
    • Stress Test: This test checks heart performance under exertion, usually involving exercise or medications that stimulate the heart. Doctors look at heart rate, blood pressure, and rhythm to identify defects. 
    • Cardiac MRI: A cardiac MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) uses magnetic fields and radio waves to create detailed images of the heart, which allows doctors to spot any structural and functional issues. 

    How does heart failure progress?   

    Heart failure progresses in four stages, from A to D. 

    • Stage A: High risk of developing heart failure, but without symptoms or structural heart disease. 
    • Stage B: Structural heart disease is present but without symptoms of heart failure. 
    • Stage C: Symptoms like fatigue and shortness of breath appear along with structural heart issues. 
    • Stage D: Advanced heart failure, where symptoms continue even with treatment. 

    By further classifying patients in stage C and stage D heart failure, healthcare teams can better understand how to treat symptoms in more advanced stages. The most common approach is to categorize patients based on symptom severity during physical activity.  

    • Class I means there is no limitation of physical activity 
    •  Class II means there is a slight limitation of physical activity 
    • Class III: means symptoms cause discomfort and limitation of physical activity 
    • Class IV means symptoms are present even at rest and any activity causes discomfort 

    What is the difference between a heart failure doctor and a cardiologist?  

    Both heart failure doctors and cardiologists treat heart failure, but they bring different levels of specialization. A cardiologist is a doctor who treats diseases of the heart and blood vessels, while a heart failure doctor is a cardiologist who specializes in heart failure. Cardiologists are experts in diagnosing and managing a wide range of heart conditions. Heart failure doctors focus specifically on heart failure and may prescribe advanced treatments or therapies. While both types of doctors are essential in treating heart failure, heart failure specialists provide a more focused approach for individuals with complex or severe cases.  

    What is the life expectancy of someone with heart failure? 

    Estimating survival rate is complicated because the life expectancy of someone with heart failure depends on what stage the condition is, how well they respond to treatment, and lifestyle factors. Early stages of heart failure, especially with lifestyle changes and treatment, can slow down progression. In later stages, treatment focuses on symptom management and improving quality of life. Regular follow-ups with a heart failure expert can help patients live longer, healthier lives. However, if heart failure is left untreated, it will be fatal.  

    When should I see a Heart Failure doctor near Harrison, NY?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Heart Failure doctor near Harrison, NY?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Heart Failure doctors near Harrison, NY?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Heart Failure doctors near Harrison, NY?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Heart Failure doctor near Harrison, NY?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Heart Failure doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Heart Failure doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Heart Failure doctor near Harrison, NY?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Heart Failure doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Heart Failure doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Heart Failure doctors near Harrison, NY?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Heart Failure doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Heart Failure doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Heart Failure doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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