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Rakesh Prashad M.D.

Cardiologist | Interventional Cardiology

4/5(56)
2930 Se 3rd Ct Ocala FL, 34471
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4/5

About

Dr. Rakesh Prashad is a cardiologist practicing in Ocala, FL. Dr. Prashad specializes in diagnosing, monitoring, and treating diseases or conditions of the heart and blood vessels and the cardiovascular system. These conditions include heart attacks, heart murmurs, coronary heart disease, and hypertension. Dr. Prashad also practices preventative medicine, helping patients maintain a heart-healthy life.

Education and Training

Univ of Fl Coll of Med, Gainesville Fl 1989

University of Florida College of Medicine 1989

Board Certification

Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Cardiovascular Disease

Provider Details

MaleEnglish

Treatments

  • High Cholesterol
  • Angina
  • Heart Disease
  • Stroke
  • Cerebrovascular Disease
  • High Blood Pressure (hypertension)
  • Coronary Artery Disease (cad)
  • Endocarditis
  • Pain
  • Vascular Disease

Rakesh Prashad M.D.'s Practice location

Rakesh Prashad, MD

2930 Se 3rd Ct -
Ocala, FL 34471
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New patients: 352-622-7008
Fax: 352-622-4072
http://www.ocalaheartinstitute.net

2101 SW 20TH PL -
OCALA, FL 34471
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New patients: 352-622-7008
Fax: 352-622-4072

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Patient Experience with Dr. Prashad


4.0

Based on 56 reviews

Rakesh Prashad M.D. has a rating of 4 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 56 patients. FindaTopDoc has aggregated the experiences from real patients to help give you more insights and information on how to choose the best Cardiologist in your area. These reviews do not reflect a providers level of clinical care, but are a compilation of quality indicators such as bedside manner, wait time, staff friendliness, ease of appointment, and knowledge of conditions and treatments.

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Turn right onto Pine Avenue (US 27) 9.9 mi
Keep left at the fork onto Abshier Boulevard (US 27) 236 ft
Continue straight onto Abshier Boulevard (US 27) 9.6 mi
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