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Dr. Wayne Pollak, MD

Dr. Wayne Pollak, MD

Cardiology*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Wayne Pollak, MD is a cardiologist in Aventura, FL and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Pollak has extensive experience in Heart Conditions and Adult Congenital Heart Conditions. He graduated from University of Florida in 1996. He is affiliated with Memorial Hospital Pembroke. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.9 Star Rating
Based on 121 reviews 4.9 Star Rating (121 reviews)

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Pollak is affiliated with Memorial Hospital Pembroke Pembroke Pines, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Pollak 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. Pollak specializes in the area of Cardiovascular Disease. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top HospitalOutstanding Patient Experience Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Pollak's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Pollak

4.9
121 ratings, 88 with a written review
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Dr. Pollak is a great doctor and very human!
This was my first visit to cardiologist and he explained everything to me and made me feel better! Got tests done and Jerry was so helpful walking me through every step. The office staff is wonderful! Thank you Dr. Polak.
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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Maria Elva Gonzalez – Jun 01, 2024
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HE TREATS YOU MEDICALLY AND AS A PERSON.
For years after every visit I feel better - medically of course, but as a person.You relax because he answers all questions and has a true conversation to insure that we both have a clear understanding of whatever we are discussing. He relates his specialty knowledge to his patient’s health and lifestyle. That is what makes you feel like you are in good hands.His explanations, strategies are logical and clear and educational. They are not reactive. They are calm and well thought out. Reassuring.He has referred me to other doctors. Once to draw on a specialist within Dr. Pollak’s specialty and on another, to pursue a less traumatic solution that a run-of-the mill doctor would have recommended. His willingness to make referrals (not all professionals do) makes you feel like you are in good hands. Great connections do not insure great referrals. They result from a special skill to critically evaluate and choose from among his colleagues no matter how extensive or tight his network is.
What went well
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What could be improved
No results
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Greatful Patient. – May 15, 2024
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EXCELLENT, as usual. Best cardiologist I have ever been to.
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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Kurt P. Knapp – May 02, 2024
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Dr. Pollack treated my husband for an Arrhythmia.
A warm and inviting personality. Very knowledgeable and experienced.
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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Eugene Posman – Jan 01, 2024
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Pleased with Initial Visit
Great approach to healthcare. No nonsense and was very helpful in understanding future testing.
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
What could be improved
No results
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John Devine – Jul 07, 2023
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The office personnel, Nurse Connie and Dr. Pollak are very polite, very official and take their patients as close to their appointment time as possible. I am very comfortable coming to their office. I’ve seen Dr. Pollak close to 12 years and in that time I’ve had many medical issues. He has been very professional with me and I trust him with my health issues.
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
2 others found this helpful
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Steven Kessler – Aug 05, 2022
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My husband and I highly recommend dr. Pollak and his staff. The front desk and the nurse were very efficient. As for dr. Pollak he is exceptional- his knowledge and advice was very helpful. He shows that he sincerely cares about his patients.
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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Feb 04, 2022
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Dr. Pollak has to be the best Dr. I’ve seen in my life and I’m 75 yrs old. He just made me so comfortable and treated me with great respect. He told me he would call me in a few days and actually did. Had all my records and talked to me about things that I wasn’t even there for.
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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Ron Jahoda – Feb 03, 2022
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Dr.Pollak is an exellent doctor and his office stuff is as well.As a physician I know what I am talking about
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Yury Shapiro,MD – Oct 28, 2021
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Abdolutely my favorite dr the smartest and the nicest
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Marcia greenstein – Jun 06, 2021
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I recently moved to S. Fla from Jacksonville and needed to find a new cardiologist. Dr. Wayne Pollak came highly recommended. Last week I needed a heart cath and Dr. Pollak recommended Dr. Pasteur-Cervantes. Everything went well. Dr. Pollak has the experience and network of Dr.s who can provide exceptional service. Add to that a top knotch staff of professionals from the front office to Nurse Connie. Dr. Pollak shows compassion in his care and the experience that is required to make the correct calls regarding my health. I highly recommend him for all your cardiac 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
What could be improved
No results
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Captgregg – May 22, 2021
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Incredible how efficient this doctor visit was. Extremely short waiting time. The staff was the friendliest and most helpful I have ever experienced. Even the medical assistant was prompt in returning phone calls related to my care. Dr. Pollak, himself, was thorough, patient and extremely professional. I read so many reviews with a negative experience on the internet. This group deserves as positive a review as there can be. They have it together administratively, professionally and medically! Glad my heart health is entrusted to this Dr. Pollak and his staff!
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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Apr 10, 2021
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Dr. Pollak is the consummate professional. He takes the time to listen and clearly communicates the path to resolve issues. Via the Memorial My Chart system it is very easy to email him and his clear responses are very prompt.
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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james a butkus – Dec 20, 2020
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Dr. Pollak and his office is, time and again, the best office visit experience a patient can have. I have been seeing Dr. Pollak for many years. Aside from his expertise and wonderful bedside manner, he is accessible on the "My Chart" app, and he always responds quickly (within a couple hours at most and there have been days I have literally sent 6 messages and I received a response from him to each of them). I wish all my doctors had these qualities.
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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Bruce J – Dec 18, 2020
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I have seen Dr. Pollak in the past, and then did not see him for 10 years. I have seen other doctors, but to me, no other doctor compared to him. He is knowledgeable, cheerful and listens, friendly and kind. He does not ask for unnecessary tests (which drove me crazy about other doctors). His office staff is friendly and professional and I didn't sit there for hours, in and out, which is a big plus. I had been having some cardiac problems recently, but I knew that just seeing Dr. Pollak would give me piece of mind, which it did. What a fantastic doctor and what a great experience with his office and staff. I would highly recommend him! Thank you, Dr. Pollak!
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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Debra M. – Feb 15, 2020
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Professional, knowledgeable and excellent “bedside” manner. Took the time to listen and gave full explanations to address my concerns. Left the office knowing the plan for diagnosing, what to expect with each test, and possible treatment options. His MA, Connie was extremely helpful and fully explained the processes for accessing my records, how to communicate w the office and how to manage the Holter Monitor. Every person I encounter in the office was helpful and accommodating. Thank you Dr. Pollak for a pleasant experience.
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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V. Nelson in Aventura , FL – Sep 27, 2019
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from the moment you enter the office you are greeted with a smile. Dr.Pollak's assistant,Connie, is amazing. My mom (who is 94 yrs old) is treated with respect and everyone is so gentle. Dr. Pollak makes you feel that you are very important to him and your care is of primary concern. He takes the time to ask questions and answers any and all of your concerns. I would recommend this office wholeheartedly.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Cheryl Rivkind – Aug 06, 2019
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THE VISIT WAS WONDERFUL FROM BEGINNING TO END. DR POLLACK EXPLAINED EVERYTHING CLEARLY AND PRECISELY. HE WAS ABLE TO TAKE ME OFF 2 MEDICINES AND WE AGREED ON A PLAN GOING FORWARD. I'VE NEVER BEEN TREATED BETTER BY A DOCTOR AND BY CONNIE WHO WAS WONDERFUL TOO!
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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Jul 16, 2019
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Great. Takes the time and a really good experience overall.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Jul 08, 2019
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Highly recommended by his peers in other medical fields. I found him to be thorough, caring and informative. He was well prepared, reviewed all the hospital tests, performed his own EKG and BP tests and shared the results and prognosis in a concise and clear manner. Answered all questions and left me feeling I was in excellent hands.
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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Joel K in Hollywood, FL – Jan 26, 2019
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care philosophy

Memorial Healthcare System physicians provide a comprehensive scope of high-quality medical and surgical services and clinical expertise with an emphasis on patient- and family-centered care.

biography

Dr. Wayne Pollak is board-certified in cardiovascular disease and internal medicine, with a specialization in cardiology. He earned his medical degree from University of Florida College of Medicine in 1996 and completed his residency at Jackson Memorial Hospital in 2002.
  • Cardiology

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  • Jackson Memorial Hospital University Miami

    Fellowship Hospital, 2002
  • Jackson Memorial Hospital University Miami

    Residency Hospital, 1999
  • University Of Florida

    Medical School, 1996
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Cardiovascular Disease
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Dr. Pollak is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Memorial Hospital Pembroke

      7800 Sheridan St
      Pembroke Pines, FL 33024
      Recipient of 3
      hospital awards

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024)

      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

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024)

      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

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      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

      80%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      5% higher than the national average

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