Dr. Hector Malave, MD

Cardiology*•Male•Age 59

Cardiology*

Dr. Hector Malave, MD is a cardiologist in Cumming, GA. He specializes in Cardiology and Interventional Cardiology.

Dr. Hector Malave, MD

Northside Forsyth Hospital

1200 Northside Forsyth Dr Cumming, GA 30041
(770) 844-3200
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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Malave is affiliated with Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital Atlanta, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for cardiology.

Dr. Malave 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. Malave specializes in the areas of Cardiovascular Disease & Interventional Cardiology. • 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
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals

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Dr. Malave's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Malave

4.3
20 ratings, 9 with a written review
5 star
75%
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4 star
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3 star
15%
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2 star
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1 star
10%
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Dr Malave Saved My Life
Was fortunate he was on call on an early Sunday morning when I had a heart attack. He put a stent in a 99% blocked LAD (very difficult) and has been an incredible care giver over the last several months— a tremendous source of information, knowledge, instruction, and direction. Thanks to Dr. Malave’s skill and genuine care for my well-being, I am on the road to a much healthier and longer life. I owe him my life.
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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Jeffrey Utz – Feb 04, 2024
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I had a great experience in this office, both with the staff and with Dr. Malave. I felt he listened to me, that's important! He scheduled a thorough battery of tests. The technicians for my stress test were WONDERFUL! Made me feel at ease in an otherwise "stressful" situation.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Lynn – Apr 20, 2021
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New patient, Fairly quick appointment, no long wait time, Ordered stress testing, in 1 week had a Stent put in. After that he didn't seem interested in my questions or concerns. Told me to go to urgent care or ER if pain persisted. I expected him to help me out NOT an ER, after all, it had only been 2 days since my procedure. Attitude was he was finished and any problems I had someone else could deal with it. Bedside manner 0. Maybe old school, but I need Dr who is interested in me as a patient and a person.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
3 others found this helpful
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Aug 08, 2020
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He’s competent and smart. He sticks strictly to blood work and the heart even if something else related could be lethal - “well, it’s not your heart (causing the problem). He then washes his hands of getting to the other problem... AND he’s also a board certified Internist!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
2 others found this helpful
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Jul 19, 2020
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He’s competent and smart. He sticks strictly to blood work and the heart even if something else nearly related is lethal - “well, it’s not your heart (causing the problem). He then washes his hands of getting to the other problem, AND he’s also a board certified Internist!
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
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Jul 19, 2020
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Dr Malave saved my life back in 2011 when I had a severe blockage in my LAD. I was very sad that the Army moved me away from Georgia and I had to find a new cardiologist. He is the definition of a professional and is the standard for any cardiologist I see today. If I’m ever so lucky to be back that way, he’s first on my list as my cardiology provider.
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
2 others found this helpful
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MAJ Nunn, US Army – Mar 02, 2020
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Dr. Malave is a consummate professional and a caring person. My mother, my wife, and I have all been his patients for more than 10-years. I would trust him with 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
What could be improved
No results
5 others found this helpful
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SCOTT in Cumming, GA – Sep 05, 2017
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Dr. Malave felt that I had a coronary artery blockage, but my insurance company disagreed and was unwilling to authorize a procedure. Dr. Malave went to bat for me, and ultimately my insurance company relented. As matters developed, Dr. Malave was correct in his diagnosis and a significant blockage was found and corrected. Dr. Malave quite literally saved my life. I have nothing but high regards for him and his staff.
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
6 others found this helpful
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George Duncan in Atlanta, GA – Jun 14, 2017
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Great doctor. Highly professional and knowledgeable. Responsive and compassionate staff.
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
3 others found this helpful
Helpful
Elaine in Roswell GA – Mar 08, 2017
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Dr. Hector Malave, MD is a cardiologist in Cumming, GA. He specializes in Cardiology and Interventional Cardiology.

  • Cardiology

  • Interventional Cardiology

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  • Southwest College Of Naturopathic Medicinehealth Sciences

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

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    Locations

    Northside Forsyth Hospital

    Northside Hospital-Forsyth1200 Northside Forsyth Dr Cumming, GA 30041
    1

    Practice

    Cardiology of Atlanta755 Mount Vernon Hwy NE Ste 530 Atlanta, GA 30328
    2

    Practice

    Northside Hospital1000 Johnson Ferry Rd Atlanta, GA 30342
    3

    Practice

    Office5887 Glenridge Dr Ste 150 Atlanta, GA 30328
    4

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital

      5665 Peachtree Dunwoody Rd
      Atlanta, GA 30342
      Recipient of 43
      hospital awards

      America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top 1% in the nation for providing the highest clinical quality year over year

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

      Top 1% in the nation for providing the highest clinical quality year over year

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

      85%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% higher than the national average

      80%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      4% higher than the national average

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    • Northside Hospital

      1000 Johnson Ferry Rd
      Atlanta, GA 30342
      Recipient of 3
      hospital awards

      Coronary Intervention Excellence Award™ (2023)

      Superior clinical outcomes in coronary intervention procedures (angioplasty with stent)

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

      85%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% higher than the national average

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

      1% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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