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Dr. Alan Schimmel, MD

Dr. Alan Schimmel, MD

Cardiology*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Alan Schimmel, MD is a cardiologist in Jacksonville, FL and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Schimmel has extensive experience in Adult Congenital Heart Conditions and Heart Conditions. He graduated from State University - NY - Buffalo NY in 1979. He is affiliated with medical facilities HCA Florida Orange Park Hospital and HCA Florida Memorial Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.4 Star Rating
Based on 32 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (32 reviews)

Dr. Schimmel 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. Schimmel specializes in the areas of 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.
  • Practices at Top HospitalAmerica's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Schimmel's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Schimmel

4.4
32 ratings, 24 with a written review
5 star
81%
81%
4 star
3%
3%
3 star
0%
0%
2 star
3%
3%
1 star
13%
13%

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I liked him he was thorough and strait to the problem and explained everything he wanted to do to fix the problem.
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 12, 2025
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Right on time
Was very thorough with me.
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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Lo – Feb 18, 2025
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Above and beyound
What stood out to me is how he reviewed my testing explained to me what he had reviewed, the next step and how I should proceed moving forward. And lastly, what stood out to me the most is how he educated me on My health and he answered all of my questions. Thank you Dr. Shimmel.
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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Denise E. – Dec 27, 2024
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Doctor Schimmel Treated me professionally
What stood out is that he read my charts shared information with me set up a test X-ray despite the fact that everything was my heart looked OK he's concerned about breathless I think went the extra mile.
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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Richard Parker – Nov 07, 2024
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Professional
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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Julia Little – Nov 07, 2024
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Very good Dr. And staff
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 17, 2024
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I love the staff and doctor, very helpful and friendly, pays attention to your questions and listens as well as provide advice and feedback
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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Aug 02, 2024
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wait was not long,staff was very generous
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 11, 2024
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Telehealth
My husband and I have been seeing Dr. Schimmel for about a while now. He is very thorough and listens to all of our concerns and plans action. We highly recommend him.
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 06, 2024
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Scheduled followup work I needed.
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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May 14, 2024
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He’s very thorough
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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May 07, 2024
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Uncaring
This doctor was rude, would not let me finish a sentence, yeld at me for my cholesterol being 12 points above normal. My EKG was abnormal and I had to question him about that. He offered no explanation, no instructions,no concerns. Just told me I was being scheduled for a test.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 other person found this helpful
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Jun 08, 2023
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Truly the worst bedside manner I have encountered in my life. Our impression of him was equally matched by his reputation among the staff.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
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Nov 24, 2021
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Seemed to be very busy. He did evaluate my data entries, but seemed to be in a rush. My Systolic pressure is above 120, however my diastolic runs below 80 and pulse rate within 60. He first said my meds where adequate then anted to increase Metoprolol, but this med reduces more my heart rate and pulse, I don't want my heart to lower its rate with more meds. My mission is to reduce my meds with diet exercise and alternative to lower systolic not lower diastolic and puldse. He didn't explain seemed to be in a hurry to get to next patient.
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Oct 04, 2020
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Dr. Schimmel was very diligent in his assessment and exam. I found him to be and he asked many pertinent questions. I have recommended him to another family member and she has already made an appointment.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Annette Ventura – Jun 16, 2020
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We were not impressed at all with Dr Schimmel's lack of compassion & attentiveness. My husband had open heart surgery & we met with him for a follow up appt prior to meeting with the surgeon. He asked my husband how he was, & seemed not at all interested in hearing his/our answers. I'm puzzled as to why he bothered asking. It was more about clicking away at the computer & moving on to the next patient. Major surgery, emotional journey. Dr. lacked ability to provide empathetic, quality care.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
6 others found this helpful
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jacksonville, fl – Oct 12, 2017
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Caring doctor. I have been a patient for a long time
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
1 other person found this helpful
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Evelyn in Jacksonville fl 32246 – Aug 26, 2017
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Excetional doctor. If you have a heart problem you will not find a more qualified or caringdoctor. I and my whole family trust my heart care to Dr .Schimmel and no other doctor. He takes time with you and tells you exactly what he is doing and why. If you ask a question he answers in terms you understand .
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Robert in JacksonvilleLady FL – Aug 26, 2017
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I am very happy his is work. Thanks Doc Schimmel
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
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Jacksonville,fl – Aug 26, 2017
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I have been with Dr.Schimmel since May of 2015. He is the first cardiologist I have seen in my life and will I tell you the last. He always maintains a professional mannerism and I have to question his medical judgement. Because of him I can honestly say i am in the best shape of my life.
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
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Tanedra DuBose in Jacksonville , FL – Aug 25, 2017
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About Me

care philosophy

Our mission is to provide comprehensive, high quality cardiac care to our patients in a cost effective manner. Dr. Schimmel is board certified in internal medicine and cardiology. He is a fellow of the American College of Cardiology.

biography

Dr. Alan Schimmel was born and raised in New York. He attended Massachusetts Institute of Technology as an undergraduate and went on to receive his medical degree from Buffalo Medical School. Dr. Schimmel completed his residency as well as his...read more
  • 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.

  • State University - New York - Stony Brook Ny

    Fellowship Hospital
  • State University - Ny - Stonybrook Ny

    Residency Hospital
  • State University - Ny - Stonybrook Ny

    Internship Hospital
  • State University - Ny - Buffalo Ny

    Medical School, 1979
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Cardiovascular Disease
Internal Medicine
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Healthgrades has not received any data indicating a board action exists for this provider.

Dr. Schimmel is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • HCA Florida Orange Park Hospital

      2001 Kingsley Ave
      Orange Park, FL 32073
      Recipient of 46
      hospital awards

      America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

      America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

      View all awards

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

      79%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      5% lower than the national average

      66%
      Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

      1% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • HCA Florida Memorial Hospital

      3625 University Blvd S
      Jacksonville, FL 32216
      Recipient of 26
      hospital awards

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

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      Patient Safety Excellence 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.

      79%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      5% lower than the national average

      71%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      4% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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