Dr. David Pinnelas, MD

Cardiology*MaleAge 66

Cardiology*

Dr. David Pinnelas, MD is a cardiologist in Neptune, NJ and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from St George's University in 1984. He specializes in Cardiology, Interventional Cardiology, and more.

Dr. David Pinnelas, MD

Shore Heart Group

1820 State Route 33 Ste 4B Neptune, NJ 07753
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Accepting new patients

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Pinnelas is affiliated with Jersey Shore University Medical Center Neptune, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for cardiology.

Dr. Pinnelas 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 Expertise
    Dr. Pinnelas specializes in the areas of Cardiovascular Disease, Internal Medicine & Interventional Cardiology. 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
    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Surgery Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Pinnelas' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Pinnelas

4.1
28 ratings, 14 with a written review
5 star
71%
71%
4 star
4%
4%
3 star
4%
4%
2 star
4%
4%
1 star
18%
18%

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Routine visit
Excellent and professional and extremely courteous
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Mar 25, 2025
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Great Doc
Clearly explained my condition and options. On time. Seems extremely knowledgeable about his field and easy to speak with
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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Stephen Weinstein – Jan 16, 2025
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Excellent, very communicative and openly honest.
Excellent, very communicative and openly honest.
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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Anthony Fierro – Dec 12, 2024
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Always pleased with my visit! Dr Pinnelas is an excellent heart doctor!
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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Dec 11, 2024
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great
always great
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Explained conditions well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 10, 2024
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TOTALLY DISGUSTED!
I had a 9:15 appoint today for a stress test, took of work & prepared myself for this appointment. On my way there I called office & asked if they can give me directions, with that this nasty person 'says I should know were I'm going' I said I dont! She asks me were I'm at I told her the light at the hospital, she Firmly says' WHAT LIGHT SIR!! NASTY & ARROGANTLY! I was so disgusted by the way this woman was talking to me I just hung up & went home! I guess this is what customer service is about in America now! No One Cares! I will now have to look for another cardiologist now. Back to Staten Island I go! Should of never left my Doctor in SI in the first place. Never in over 25 years did I ever have a problem with my doctor or the front office. Shore Heart Group has the worst front desk people in all of the USA! They are truly is a class by themselves. Funny thing is, no one cares & this review will fall on deaf ears!! Its OK. I'm never going back there again! I'd rather die first!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Staff wasn't friendly
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TOTALLY DISGUSTED! – May 16, 2024
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Dr. Pinnelas has been my doctor for 2 years now and I have all praise for him. The minute I met him in the hospital I knew I was in wonderful hands. Everything about him is great, he is so on top of my care, answers all questions, always so pleasant but took such great care of me while in the hospital and now as his patient. Dr Pinnelas is one of a kind and I would highly recommend him!
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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Nancy – Jul 27, 2021
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I have been under the care of Dr Pinnelas since 2005. He is an exceptional physician.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • 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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Michael Capezza – Jul 23, 2021
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Dr. Pinnelas has been my cardiologist for over 12 years and I have nothing but positive comments about his technical competence, level of care and personality/bedside manner. Dr. Pinnelas is always cordial and does a good job of communicating complex health issues in a simple and understandable manner. You never feel rushed and Dr. Pinnelas takes as much time as necessary to answer any questions I may have. I would highly recommend Dr. Pinnelas if you are looking for a skilled cardiologist
What went well
  • 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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Robert G. in Wall Township, NJ – Oct 26, 2018
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Excellent doctor who is most personable and friendly. Takes his time with you and makes you feel like you are an individual. Dr. Pinnelas has been my Cardiologist for over 10 years and I highly recommend him.
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
5 others found this helpful
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Steven Muti in Jackson, New Jersey – Apr 03, 2018
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Saw Dr Pinnelas last week. The offi we visi were surprisingly dirty and shabby, stains on walls anoon floo office should be clean, maintained Just the basics. The staff were kind and considerate. Dr Pinnelas was rude, condescending and downright obnoxious. After the echo they put a dirty, dusty halter monitor on him We did not want to return. Big pressure to have the remaining tests done there. Had to go to my PCP to get another Rx.
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
6 others found this helpful
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Robert Rispoli in Freehold NJ – Mar 16, 2018
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Dr David Pinnelas from this group is the absolute BEST. Had heart attack in Dec of 2016 and everything from the emergency procedure to subsequent office visits and tests has been 5 stars. Office staff is great. Patient Portal is outstanding. Recently had non-emergency question and submitted it through the patient portal at 8PM and it was answered before 10AM the next day. Wife is also a patient and feels exactly the same. HIGHLY RECOMMEND.
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
5 others found this helpful
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Don DeBellis in Jackson, NJ – Nov 18, 2017
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Dr. Pinnelas has been excellent as my cardiac care doctor. He did my stent operation and has done several follow up appointments. He keeps me informed about the latest information and recommendations concerning medications and dosages each time I see him.
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
5 others found this helpful
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Thomas Smeraldi in Freehold, NJ – Sep 25, 2017
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I have been going to Dr. Pinnelas for over 5 years since having cardiac cath surgery. I find his professional care and advice for my health and well being to be excellent. I trust him with all my heart! Thank you.
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
5 others found this helpful
Helpful
Carolyn Spinola in Point Pleasant Beach, NJ – May 10, 2017
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biography

Dr. David Pinnelas, MD is a cardiologist in Neptune, NJ and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from St George's University in 1984. He specializes in Cardiology, Interventional Cardiology, and more.
  • Cardiology

  • Interventional Cardiology

  • Internal Medicine

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • City Hospital Center

    Residency Hospital, 1988
  • Elmhurst Hospital Center, Mt Sinai

    Residency Hospital, 1988
  • Beth Israel Medical Center - Petrie Campus

    Fellowship Hospital, 1988
  • St George's University

    Medical School, 1984
  • Brandeis University

    Undergraduate School, 1980
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Cardiovascular Disease
Internal Medicine
Interventional Cardiology
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Dr. Pinnelas is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

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    Locations

    Shore Heart Group

    Shore Heart Group PA1820 State Route 33 Ste 4B Neptune, NJ 07753
    1

    Heart Specialists of Central Jersey

    Freehold Office901 W Main St # 102 Freehold, NJ 07728
    2

    Shore Heart Group

    Shore Heart Group35 Beaverson Blvd Ste 9B Brick, NJ 08723
    3

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Jersey Shore University Medical Center

      1945 State Route 33
      Neptune, NJ 07753
      Recipient of 47
      hospital awards

      America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Surgery Award™ (2025, 2024)

      Superior clinical outcomes in heart bypass surgery, coronary interventional procedures, heart attack treatment, heart failure treatment, and heart valve surgery

      America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Care Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Superior clinical outcomes in heart bypass surgery, coronary interventional procedures, heart attack treatment, heart failure treatment, and heart valve surgery

      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

      75%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well
      View all patient feedback
    • Ocean University Medical Center

      425 Jack Martin Blvd
      Brick, NJ 08724
      Recipient of 18
      hospital awards

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

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

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      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.

      81%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% lower than the national average

      75%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well
      View all patient feedback
    • Centrastate Medical Center

      901 W Main St
      Freehold, NJ 07728

      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

      75%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well
      View all patient feedback
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