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Dr. Luis Padula, MD

Dr. Luis Padula, MD

Cardiology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Luis Padula, MD is a cardiologist in McAllen, TX and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Padula has extensive experience in Heart Conditions, Adult Congenital Heart Conditions, and Interventional Cardiac Procedures. He graduated from Universidad Central de Venezuela Escuela de Medicina Luis Razetti in 1989. He is affiliated with South Texas Health System Edinburg. He is accepting new patients.

4.1 Star Rating
Based on 16 reviews 4.1 Star Rating (16 reviews)

South Texas Health System Clinics

500 E Ridge Rd Ste 300 McAllen, TX 78503

Dr. Padula is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

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Dr. Padula's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Padula

4.1
16 ratings, 10 with a written review
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3 star
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2 star
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1 star
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RUDE STAFF VERY UNCONSIDERATE
HIM AND HIS STAFF VERY RUDE, CHRIS , MICHAEL AND OTHERS VERY UNPROFESSIONAL. COMPLAINING TO STATE BOARD OF PHYSCIANS
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
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Apr 02, 2025
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First visit, I told him that we dont have insurance and he was very sarcastic telling me that in my world of poor not matter I was rich we couldn't afford to pay the exams that my husband need it. We are middle class but unfortunately we didn't have health insurance and no government help no matter that we are us citizens but it was not the way to told us and more in the delicate situation of my husband. We went with him because our family doctor recommend him, after my husband strock and also issues that my husband have with his heart, We are having a lot of problems right know with the situation of my husband, our life change completely and on top a dr that laugh about our financial situation. He told us that he will be helping us but instead we waste our time.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 other person found this helpful
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Rosa Barrera – Oct 03, 2019
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Dr Luis Padula is an excellent doctor; I highly recommend him, words to describe him: no big ego, gentle, caring, is very courteous/ respectful (as is his staff), listens carefully to my symptoms/situation, explains things thoroughly easy to understand, not pushy demanding, no scare tactics, allows my participation in decisions on direction treatment will go, uses common sense from years of experience of what works best, makes you feel at home/ comfortable/at ease from the start.Wait time short.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Mar 18, 2019
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I have been a patient of Dr. Padula for 6 years. I am very happy to have such a fine cardiologist. I had triple bypass surgery 6 years ago and Dr. Padula has taken excellent care of me since. I also like his personal touch of friendliness. Thank you Dr. Padula!
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
3 others found this helpful
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Wyman P. in Mission, TX – Oct 10, 2018
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Dr Padula is the best Dr. I have visited in years. He sincerely cares about his patients. Takes time to explain things and you never feel like you are just a number. He treats you like family and listens to you. He is well educated, personable, and a genuine doctor in every sense of word. I highly recommend him to anyone needing a cardiologist.
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
3 others found this helpful
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Carol Munds in Alamo, Tx – May 10, 2018
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I am very happy and satisfied with Dr. Padula. He was there for me when I was sick and he honestly saved my life in the hospital. I am happy with the services he has provided for me in his office. Him and his staff have been there for me when I needed them. His staff have been nothing but nice courteous. I am happy with Dr. Padula and again for saving my life
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
  • Long wait times
4 others found this helpful
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J. Holtzinger – May 09, 2018
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Dr. Padula in my opinion is an excellent physician he took his time with me explaining to me the things to be expected after my bypass surgery etc. I've recommended him to other friends of mine and they felt very comfortable with him. I'm extremely happy because he's associated with the VA as well as McAllen Heart Hospital. To all my fellow veterans if you have any type of heart conditions I highly recommend Dr. Padula and McAllen Heart Hospital.
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
  • Long wait times
3 others found this helpful
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Steve Higginbotham in McAllen, Tx – May 05, 2018
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This guy is absolutely the worst person and doctor I have ever dealt with. Mr. Padula has obviously not been able to assimilate here in the United States, he thinks he's attitude and condescending attitude is acceptable. I'm a 21 year veteran and this is by far the worst treatment I've had to endure. Made me wait over three hours and when I offered a suggestion he told I could take my business elsewhere if I didn't like how things were done there. Absolutely disgusting, rude and unprofessional
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
3 others found this helpful
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Jesse in Mission – Apr 28, 2018
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This guy is the most unsympathetic doctor I ever meet. Every time he came to check on the patient he kept saying he was too busy and didn't have time to answer questions. Thank god for the nurses that took the time to explain the situation to us. If you are looking for a doctor that will actually inform you of the situation so you can make an informed decision of your procedure, look somewhere else. We just ended up with him because it was an emergency.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Liliana in McAllen Texas – May 02, 2017
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Dr. Padula is caring and to the point.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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Mcallen, TX – Sep 01, 2016
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  • Cardiology

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  • Hartford Hosp-u Conn School Of Medicine

    Fellowship Hospital
  • University Of Connecticut Program A

    Residency Hospital
  • Hospital Of Saint Raphael

    Internship Hospital, 1992
  • Universidad Central De Venezuela Escuela De Medicina Luis Razetti

    Medical School, 1989
National Board of Physicians and Surgeons®
National Board of Physicians and Surgeons®
Internal Medicine
Interventional Cardiology
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    South Texas Health System Clinics

    South Texas Health System Clinics500 E Ridge Rd Ste 300 McAllen, TX 78503
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