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Dr. Kenneth Tway, MD

Dr. Kenneth Tway, MD

Cardiology*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Kenneth Tway, MD is a cardiologist in San Luis Obispo, CA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Tway has extensive experience in Heart Conditions and Adult Congenital Heart Conditions. He graduated from George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences in 1977. He is affiliated with medical facilities French Hospital Medical Center and Marian Regional Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

3.9 Star Rating
Based on 17 reviews 3.9 Star Rating (17 reviews)

Practice

1106 Pacific St San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
(805) 546-9599

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Tway is affiliated with French Hospital Medical Center San Luis Obispo, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Tway is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Tway 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. Tway's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Tway

3.9

17 ratings, 10 with a written review
5 Star
71%
71%
4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
12%
12%
1 Star
18%
18%

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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Shirley Woodland – Nov 08, 2024
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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 27, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Aug 28, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Nov 26, 2021
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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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Jan 27, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
JOE MAZZOLA – Apr 06, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Geno Santiago – Mar 05, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Aug 15, 2019
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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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Gene Courter LCSW/DCSW/BCD in San Luis Obispo, Ca – Mar 01, 2018
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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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Pam Baima in Frazier Park, CA – Feb 04, 2017
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About Me

care philosophy

I believe in Excellence in the art and science of healing the heart

  • Cardiology

  • Internal Medicine

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

  • Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 1983

  • Usc

    Fellowship Hospital, 1981

  • Lac/usc Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1980

  • Lac/usc

    Internship Hospital, 1978

  • George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences

    Medical School, 1977

  • Stanford University

    Undergraduate School, 1973
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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Dr. Tway is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Kenneth P. Tway M.D. Facc Inc.1106 Pacific St San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • French Hospital Medical Center

      1911 Johnson Ave
      San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
      Recipient of 3
      hospital awards

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 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

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

      91%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      7% higher than the national average

      82%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      7% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Marian Regional Medical Center

      1400 E Church St
      Santa Maria, CA 93454
      Recipient of 4
      hospital awards

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

      Superior clinical outcomes in coronary intervention procedures (angioplasty with stent)

      Coronary Intervention Excellence Award™ (2023)

      Superior clinical outcomes in coronary intervention procedures (angioplasty with stent)

      View all awards

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

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

      5% higher than the national average

      74%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      2% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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