Cardiovascular disease remains the number one killer of both women and men in the United States. Most of us will need to see a cardiologist or cardiac surgeon at some point in our lives. But, how do you find the best doctor who is right for you?

On this episode, three experts representing different subspecialties within cardiovascular health offer advice to patients facing the question: How do I pick a cardiologist or cardiac surgeon?

• Jeffrey Kuvin, MD, is senior vice president of Cardiology for Northwell’s Eastern & Central Regions and chair of the Department of Cardiology at North Shore University Hospital and Long Island Jewish Medical Center. He is also Co-Director of the Sandra Atlas Bass Heart Hospital at North Shore University Hospital.

Chapters:

• 00:01 - Intro

Further references:

Learn more about quality ratings for cardiac surgery

• STS report

Learn more about patient satisfaction scores, like Press Ganey.