Dr. John Tsakonas, MD

Cardiology*MaleAge 68

Cardiology*

Dr. John Tsakonas, MD is a cardiologist in Encino, CA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from State University of New York Upstate Medical University Norton College of Medicine in 1982. He specializes in Cardiology and Internal Medicine.

Dr. John Tsakonas, MD

Practice

16542 Ventura Blvd Ste 402 Encino, CA 91436
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Accepting new patients

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Tsakonas is affiliated with Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center Los Angeles, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for cardiology.

Dr. Tsakonas 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. Tsakonas specializes in the areas of 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
    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Surgery Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Tsakonas' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Tsakonas

4.5

46 ratings, 34 with a written review
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  • 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
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Apr 12, 2025
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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
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Apr 02, 2025
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Feb 19, 2025
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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
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Jan 14, 2025
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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
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Jeffrey S – Dec 14, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
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Ed Coghlan – Dec 12, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Appointment was rushed
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Oct 25, 2024
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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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gjh – Oct 22, 2024
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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 11, 2024
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Telehealth
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 03, 2024
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Telehealth
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 31, 2024
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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 29, 2024
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Telehealth
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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JL – Jul 19, 2024
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Jun 15, 2024
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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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Keith Hindle – Apr 18, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
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Apr 18, 2024
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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 18, 2024
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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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Bob Horn – Apr 09, 2024
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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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Mar 29, 2024
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  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
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Feb 03, 2024
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biography

Dr. John Tsakonas, MD is a cardiologist in Encino, CA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from State University of New York Upstate Medical University Norton College of Medicine in 1982. He specializes in Cardiology and Internal Medicine.
  • Cardiology

  • Internal Medicine

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  • Geo Washington University Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital
  • Geo Washington University Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1983
  • State University Of New York Upstate Medical University Norton College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1982
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Cardiovascular Disease
Internal Medicine
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Dr. Tsakonas is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Cardiovascular Consultants Medical Group16542 Ventura Blvd Ste 402 Encino, CA 91436
    1

    Practice

    Northridge Hospital Medical Center18300 Roscoe Blvd Northridge, CA 91325
    2

    Practice

    Alan L. Shabo M.D. A Medical Corp.10921 Wilshire Blvd Ste 1205 Los Angeles, CA 90024
    3

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center

      757 Westwood Plz
      Los Angeles, CA 90095
      Recipient of 35
      hospital awards

      America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Surgery Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Superior clinical outcomes in heart bypass surgery and heart valve surgery

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

      Superior clinical outcomes in heart bypass surgery and heart valve surgery

      View all awards

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

      86%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% higher than the national average

      81%
      Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

      16% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center

      501 S Buena Vista St
      Burbank, CA 91505
      Recipient of 4
      hospital awards

      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.

      83%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% lower than the national average

      77%
      Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

      10% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • Eisenhower Medical Center

      39000 Bob Hope Dr
      Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
      Recipient of 38
      hospital awards

      America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

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

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (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.

      82%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% lower than the national average

      75%
      Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

      10% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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