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Dr. Kevin Hayes, DO

Dr. Kevin Hayes, DO

Cardiology*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Kevin Hayes, DO is a cardiologist in Jacksonville, FL and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Hayes has extensive experience in Heart Conditions and Adult Congenital Heart Conditions. He graduated from Nova Southeastern University in 2002. He is affiliated with HCA Florida Memorial Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 119 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (119 reviews)

Office Hours

Monday

8 am
to
5 pm

Tuesday

8 am
to
5 pm

Wednesday

8 am
to
5 pm

Thursday

8 am
to
5 pm

Friday

8 am
to
5 pm
3901 University Blvd S Ste 221
Jacksonville, FL 32216

Dr. Hayes is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of ExpertiseDr. Hayes specializes in the area of Cardiology. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top HospitalAmerica's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ See hospitals
  • Quiet HospitalPatients said the hospital this doctor practices at is quiet. See hospitals

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Dr. Hayes' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Hayes

4.8
119 ratings, 77 with a written review
5 star
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4 star
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3 star
1%
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2 star
4%
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1 star
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Office Staff Ruins Practice
Dr Hayes was ok. However, apt availability is too long. Office staff is rude and doesn’t return calls. Important information is not faxed or handled in a timely manner. Dealing with office errors was final straw. Found a new doctor .
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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TS – Mar 07, 2025
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Dr. Hayes was Attentive
This was my first time seeing Dr. Hayes. Dr. Hayes listened well, asked questions at the right moments, and respected my bodily autonomy. An aspect to the appointment that particularly stood out to me was that Dr. Hayes listened to my experiences and concerns, he planned for diagnostic testing and did not brush off my symptoms, and most importantly, Dr. Hayes did not make judgements about my body. By not making any judgements about my body I received excellent healthcare without a doctor assuming my appearance determines my health. Additionally, Dr. Hayes was competent about how many aspects to someone’s life can affect their heart health, such as stress, anxiety, and trauma. I was nervous about this appointment for a while and I am very pleased with how well it went and how respectful Dr. Hayes was.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Anonymous – Jan 20, 2025
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He listen and explains very well.
Dr Hayes, takes time to listen as well as he treats you Ike he really cares.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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 13, 2024
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No easy access to Dr Hayes
Been with Dr Hayes & 1st Coast Cardiovascular for decades(?). The 1st time I really needed you & your practice was after a catheterization procedure performed in late February of 2022 at Memorial Hospital in Jacksonville FL. I was disappointed in yours and the practice/corporation’s performance. No debrief other than handing me a stack of papers like I knew what I was looking at approx. 6 weeks after the procedure. Recommendation for follow up was for 2 weeks after procedure. Inability to contact Hayes or the practice by any means other the phone was impossible for me, even sent a certified signature required letter that were delivered but not received by Hayes. Dr Hayes has been a great doctor, the practice not so much.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 others found this helpful
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McCaughey – Sep 02, 2022
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Great Doctor, lousy office
Love Dr Hayes, great cardiologist, however, the office still requires masks to be worn even though the Governor said you can't mandate masks anymore. I'm not required to wear one at my dentist, orthopedic specialist, primary care or foot doctor. So why there? If people don't want to wear a mask they shouldn't have to especially since the vaccinations were suppose to take care of the mask problem. So now I go looking for another cardiologist due to a lame office policy.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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C Harrison – Jun 21, 2022
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Awesome doctor!!! I never feel like I'm being rushed through my appointment. Takes the time to listen and addresses any issues/questions I have. Wouldn't want any other cardiologist. He's A+++++
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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Carmen Tolman – Jan 28, 2022
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Cant get an appointment, called and I have an issue with a med I am taking, he is booked for 1.5 months from the day I called but he has a 2 week vacation in there to, but this office has 15 doctors and 3 to 4 nurse practicioners and a few MAs, they say they will have an MAs email the doctor and I never hear back, this is not acceptable, if I were to say anything then its like who did you talk to, and if I didnt write their name down it never happened and here come all the excuses from them, it is typical, now I have a medical issue and have to find another doctor, I cant wait 45 days, It is 3 or 4 days since I called so I have been put in the trash or they will not be calling me back so what makes a good doctor, if they never call me back can I call this doctor a good doctor, this doctor should have policies in place about patients calling in for an appt. or has a medical issue appearing from a medication, pretty important stuff in my book so in this case the staff sucks
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
1 other person found this helpful
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Jul 03, 2021
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Dr. Hayes is a great doctor! He listens well, and explains things well, and I always feel like we're making the best decision for my situation. Very grateful to have found him & 1st Coast Heart & Vascular!
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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S. McNally – Feb 25, 2021
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Dr. Hayes is a top notch physician. He is kind and caring, and most knowledgeable in his line of expertise. He takes his time to explain everything and he left me with total confidence in his diagnosis and his advice.
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
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Jan 20, 2021
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They’ve (in Atlanta)run the vascular tests every year, but a Dr never really discussed them with me, he talks to me .
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Jane Dykstra in Jacksonville , FL – Apr 06, 2019
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Dr.Hayes is Good i like him he tells me every thing i need to know
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Billy McDonald in Jacksonville, FL – Apr 05, 2019
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Dr. Hayes is a very good doctor!
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jacksonville, FL – Apr 04, 2019
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Dr. Hayes’ personality and medical knowledge left me with high confidence in his diagnosis and recommendations.
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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Apr 04, 2019
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I have been seeing De Hayes for several years. I like how he takes time to listen. I have total confidence in 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
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Ann in JACKSONVILLE beach, FL – Apr 04, 2019
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Very kind and knowledgeable. Reassuring as a clinician.
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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Althea Lachicotte in Atlantic Beach , FL – Apr 04, 2019
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Dr. Hayes is phenomenal. I can't say enough about his kind and reassuring bedside manner. He is very encouraging in helping you plan for your future health needs.
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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Terry Darby in Jacksonville, FL – Jan 14, 2019
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Dr.Hayes is wonderful he makes you feel calm he also explains everything he does yo you so you have full understanding his staff is also friendly and very helpful very knowledgeable of everything
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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Mrs.King in jacksonville, FL – Jan 05, 2019
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Dr. Hayes is a very caring doctor. He really makes you feel like he cares about your all your needs. Have very much confidence in 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
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Rick in Jacksonville – Jan 05, 2019
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Dr K Hayes is wonderful. Easy going, down-to-earth. Will work with you and give honest realistic advice on all your healthy heart needs!
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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Tim in St Johns, FL – Jan 04, 2019
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I have said it before and will say it again, Dr. Hayes has the most comforting and reassuring bedside manner of any physician that I know. His calm manner puts even the most nervous patient at ease and he takes the time to listen and answer all questions and concerns, and never recommends unnecessary medications or procedures. Patients always feel welcome to contact the office anytime. I highly recommend Dr. Hayes!
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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Juno in Jacksonville, FL – Sep 21, 2018
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care philosophy

First Coast Heart & Vascular Center stands as an all-inclusive cardiac and vascular practice. At First Coast Heart & Vascular Center we serve our patients with quality, compassion and integrity.We have locations throughout Duval, Clay, St. Johns & Flagler counties.

biography

Dr. Hayes earned both his Bachelor and Masters degrees form Florida State University. He obtained his doctorate in Osteopathic Medicine from Nova Southeastern University of the Health Sciences, and completed his residency at John Hopkins University/Sinai...read more
  • Cardiology

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  • Deborah Heart & Lung Center

    Fellowship Hospital
  • Johns Hopkins University

    Residency Hospital
  • Nova Southeastern University

    Medical School, 2002
American Osteopathic Association®
American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine®
Cardiology
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Dr. Hayes is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • 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

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      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
    Learn more about how Healthgrades measures Hospital Quality