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Dr. Vernon Valentino, MD

Dr. Vernon Valentino, MD

Cardiology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Vernon Valentino, MD is a cardiologist in Lafayette, LA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Valentino has extensive experience in Heart Conditions and Adult Congenital Heart Conditions. He graduated from LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans School of Medicine in 1985. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Our Lady of Lourdes Regional Medical Center and Ochsner St. Martin Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

5 Star Rating
Based on 6 reviews 5 Star Rating (6 reviews)

Practice

5000 Ambassador Caffery Pkwy Bldg 1 Lafayette, LA 70508
(337) 501-6611

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Valentino is affiliated with Our Lady of Lourdes Regional Medical Center Lafayette, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Valentino 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
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Valentino's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Valentino

5.0

6 ratings, 3 with a written review
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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
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
5 people found this helpful
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Kim in Lafayette, LA – Apr 08, 2017
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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
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Dar Romero in New Iberia, LA – Nov 18, 2016
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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
What could be improved
No results
6 people found this helpful
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Lc in Lafayette, LA – May 24, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

I envision a collaborative relationship with my patients in which they fully participate in decisions related to their health care and accept responsibility for decisions related to lifestyle and medical therapy as well any necessary procedural therapy.

biography

Dr. Valentino graduated from the University of New Orleans in 1981 with a degree in chemistry. He was awarded the Undergraduate Award in Analytical Chemistry for research work in the separation of amino acids. He finished medical school in 1985,...read more

  • Cardiology

  • Interventional Cardiology

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Alton Ochser Med Found

    Fellowship Hospital, 1991

  • Alton Ochsner Med Fdn

    Residency Hospital, 1988

  • Lsu Health Sciences Center New Orleans School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1985
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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Locations

Practice

Vernon A Valentino MD Apmc5000 Ambassador Caffery Pkwy Bldg 1 Lafayette, LA 70508
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Office5000 Ambassador Caffery Pkwy Bldg 1 Lafayette, LA 70508
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Our Lady of Lourdes Heart Hospital1105 Kaliste Saloom Rd Lafayette, LA 70508
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Practice

Abbeville General Hospital118 N Hospital Dr Abbeville, LA 70510
4

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Ochsner St. Martin Hospital

    210 Champagne Blvd
    Breaux Bridge, LA 70517

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

    91%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    9% higher than the national average

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Our Lady of Lourdes Regional Medical Center

    4801 Ambassador Caffery Pkwy
    Lafayette, LA 70508
    Recipient of 5
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 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

    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

    84%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    8% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Abbeville General Hospital

    118 N Hospital Dr
    Abbeville, LA 70510

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

    86%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

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

    2% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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