Dr. Stephen Plantholt, MD

Cardiology*MaleAge 73

Cardiology*

Dr. Stephen Plantholt, MD is a cardiologist in Baltimore, MD and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Maryland School of Medicine in 1977. He specializes in Cardiology.

Dr. Stephen Plantholt, MD

Ascension Saint Agnes Heart Care

3407 Wilkens Ave Ste 300 Baltimore, MD 21229
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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Plantholt is affiliated with University of Maryland St. Joseph Medical Center Towson, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Plantholt 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. Plantholt 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
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Plantholt's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Plantholt

4.7
29 ratings, 20 with a written review
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I would HIGHLY recommend!!!!!!
Dr. Plantholt is the best! He takes his time to listen and to discuss any questions you may have. He is friendly, respectful and caring!! He also has a great staff!!!
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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May 26, 2023
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Highly recommend!
He sincerely cares about his patients. He listens closely to the patient.
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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Feb 09, 2023
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He's a Keeper!
Dr. Plantholt really treats you like a person not just another body. Keeps eye contact and genuinely cares for you. He is laid back , relaxed and takes proper time to get to know you and your medical issues. He really want to do the very best for you. Not quick to take action until he knows and understands what's going on with you. He really has your back!
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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Nanette – Jan 27, 2023
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Dr. Plantholt is a very thorough doctor. He makes you feel at ease. He explains everything and gives you test results as soon as possible.
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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Nov 11, 2022
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The best doctor I ever have
Dr Plantholt really take time with patient. He also give me my report from blood work. He the best!
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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Theresa Curreri-Morris – Aug 25, 2022
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Dr. Plantholt is wonderful, caring and thorough in his exams. He takes time to talk to you and listens to every word you say. Recommend him highly!!!
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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Mar 28, 2022
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Dr. Plantholt has a beautiful personality.
He makes you feel comfortable and he's explains everything to 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
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Maxine Holt – Mar 23, 2022
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Wonderful with patients
Dr Plantholt takes time to really get to know his patients he make sure that they understand everything that he’s doing or is being or is happening to them heart wise and he always leaves time for questions and he never makes you feel like he’s in a rush or a hurry to get to the next patient he’s very thorough in his examinations and I think he’s great
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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Pat – Mar 10, 2022
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Already have suggested that people go to Dr. Plantholt. He is the best.
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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Pat Phillips-Priller and Ann Koontz – Jan 27, 2022
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Dr Plantholt provided great service, his staff is very friendly and efficient!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 26, 2022
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Dr. Plantholt always does a very thorough exam but always does it with caring!
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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Wonderful physician! – Dec 06, 2021
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It's always wonderful...thank you Doc....
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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Yana Anderson – Nov 27, 2021
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Dr. Plantholt is a cardiologist who cares for the TOTAL patient, heart, mind, body and spirit. He is well informed about treatment options and is a great listener. He never rushes the visit and has remarkable memory for patient history. He is one of the genuinely kindest people I know.
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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Kim Vicchio – Nov 02, 2021
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Dr Plantholt is an excellent cardiologist. I have been going to him for over 10 years. He was also my mother’s doctor and handled her care for many many years, as well as my brother. He is very warm and caring and takes time to listen to concerns. He is very thorough with his explanations and answering questions. Other reviews have stated many of my thoughts as well. I have and will continue to recommend him to friends and family.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Caroline – Oct 18, 2021
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Dr. Plantholt is a caring, knowledgeable physician who has a warm and welcoming personality. He has been my cardiologist since 2013. I appreciate that he is honest and direct when discussing your condition and takes in the whole patient and their medical history. He is also proactive in care plans. I can't recommend him highly enough.
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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Kathryn Hickey – Sep 09, 2021
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Staff very friendly
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Mark W. Strube – Aug 23, 2021
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Fantastic doctor with a great bedside manner. I have full confidence in this doctor and highly recommend him for anybody that needs a 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
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Mary – Aug 06, 2021
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Dr Plantholt is a highly qualified professional who I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend. He empathizes with his patients demonstrating his utmost respect.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • 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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Maria Rivera – Jul 04, 2021
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Dr. Plantholt is wonderful!! In a word!! He’s the best!!
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Mary Benedict – Jul 02, 2021
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He is the greatest. I believe I owe him my health.
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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REAMSCPA – Jul 16, 2020
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Dr. Stephen Plantholt, MD is a cardiologist in Baltimore, MD and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Maryland School of Medicine in 1977. He specializes in Cardiology.
  • Cardiology

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  • Saint Agnes Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1980
  • Saint Agnes Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital, 1980
  • Saint Agnes Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1978
  • University Of Maryland School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1977
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Cardiovascular Disease
Internal Medicine
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Dr. Plantholt is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

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    Locations

    Ascension Saint Agnes Heart Care

    Ascension Saint Agnes Heart Care3407 Wilkens Ave Ste 300 Baltimore, MD 21229
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • University of Maryland St. Joseph Medical Center

      7601 Osler Dr
      Towson, MD 21204
      Recipient of 37
      hospital awards

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

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

      Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025)

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

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      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

      79%
      Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

      14% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • Mercy Medical Center

      345 Saint Paul St
      Baltimore, MD 21202
      Recipient of 8
      hospital awards

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

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2022)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

      View all awards

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

      87%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% higher than the national average

      75%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      1% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • Ascension Saint Agnes Hospital

      900 Caton Ave
      Baltimore, MD 21229
      Recipient of 5
      hospital 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

      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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