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Dr. Robert La Penna, MD

Dr. Robert La Penna, MD

Cardiology*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Robert La Penna, MD is a cardiologist in Kalamazoo, MI and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from MICHIGAN STATE University in 1975. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Ascension Borgess Hospital and Bronson Methodist Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 16 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (16 reviews)

Practice

1717 Shaffer St Ste 232 Kalamazoo, MI 49048
(269) 381-3963

Hospital Highlight

Dr. La Penna is affiliated with Bronson Methodist Hospital Kalamazoo, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. La Penna is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. La Penna specializes in the areas of Cardiovascular Disease & Internal Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Care Award™ • See hospitals
  • Recent Reviews
    Reviews made in the last 30 days. • See reviews
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Dr. La Penna's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. La Penna

4.7

16 ratings, 6 with a written review
5 Star
88%
88%
4 Star
6%
6%
3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
6%
6%

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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Don Heinemann – Apr 05, 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
No results
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Kelly – Feb 15, 2025
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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 people found this helpful
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Kathleen Sly – Nov 29, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Mar 26, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Apr 06, 2019
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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
12 people found this helpful
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Julia Stroh in Lawrence, MI. – Feb 07, 2017
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  • Cardiology

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  • Michigan State University

    Medical School, 1975
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Cardiovascular Disease
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Internal Medicine
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Dr. La Penna is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Borgess Medical Center1717 Shaffer St Ste 232 Kalamazoo, MI 49048
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    3

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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Bronson Methodist Hospital

      601 John St
      Kalamazoo, MI 49007
      Recipient of 26
      hospital awards

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023, 2022)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      View all awards

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

      88%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      4% higher than the national average

      78%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      2% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Oaklawn Hospital

      200 N Madison St
      Marshall, MI 49068

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

      90%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% higher than the national average

      79%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      1% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Ascension Borgess Hospital

      1521 Gull Rd
      Kalamazoo, MI 49048
      Recipient of 54
      hospital awards

      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

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

      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.

      88%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      4% higher than the national average

      73%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      3% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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