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Dr. Rakesh Prashad, MD

Dr. Rakesh Prashad, MD

Interventional Cardiology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Rakesh Prashad, MD is an interventional cardiologist in Ocala, FL and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Florida College of Medicine in 1989. He is affiliated with HCA Florida Ocala Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.9 Star Rating
Based on 40 reviews 3.9 Star Rating (40 reviews)
Telehealth AvailableAccepting New Patients
2101 SW 20th Pl
Ocala, FL 34471

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Citrus Cardiology

Citrus Cardiology2101 SW 20th Pl Ocala, FL 34471
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At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise • Dr. Prashad specializes in the areas of Cardiovascular Disease, Internal Medicine & Interventional Cardiology. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well • Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth • This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital • America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Prashad's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Prashad

3.9
40 ratings, 16 with a written review
5 star
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4 star
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3 star
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2 star
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1 star
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unsatisfied visit
Not good. He was very rude and unprofessional, when trying to discuss why my primary care doctor thought I should see him and his reply was, What does she want me to do about it. Wouldn't listen, wouldn't give feedback. terrible bed side manor. Wouldn't reccommend him to any one
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Jun 26, 2024
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UNPROFESSIONAL
Unprofessional doctor, who is only interested in his bottom line and does not care about the welfare of his patients. Do not recommend.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
3 others found this helpful
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Jun 14, 2023
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Great doctor and office
The doctor and staff are respectful and responsive to questions and concerns. Appointments are honored in a timely fashion. Dr. Prashad is easy to talk with and inspires confidence.
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
3 others found this helpful
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May 31, 2023
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No recommendations
Arrogant doctor-rushed appointment. Felt underserved if at all served. Disinterested in reviewing my tests, meds or any concerns. PA seems to run the office. Do not recommend.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 others found this helpful
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Mar 03, 2023
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My Life Saver
I was fortunate Dr. Prashad was on call the day I went into the ER at Ocala Regional hospital. This man is my Saint. He explained everything that was going to happen beginning with the catherization and if stints could not be done what would happen next. He came in to follow up daily. His follow up is through and always has time for all questions and answers them fully. I travel 2.5 hours to see this man because all my faith in him. He is the reason I am here now.
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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Roxanne Rears – Sep 06, 2022
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Dr. Prashad is a wonderful doctor. He takes his time to explain my care and he answers the questions that I have. He has a great supporting staff. I would recommend him to anyone that is looking for 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
1 other person found this helpful
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Donald Sjolund – Jan 12, 2022
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Dr. Prashad is a stellar physician. He takes his time to explains himself and takes the time to answer any questions you may have. His bedside manners are exceptional. He is caring and he really cares about his patients. I strongly recommend Dr. Prashad to anyone who is looking for a cardiologist. Give him a call today
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Rubye Hughes – Jan 10, 2022
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Shortest Appointment Attentiveness; he is much too busy, apparently, for my well-being. There are better Cardiologists in Marion county.....including Dr. Das whose staff/subordinates are far more patient-oriented and attentive. Same Building, too.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
2 others found this helpful
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Jun 23, 2021
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This man saved my life because he was smart enough to know that what to do with my situation. He send me to another doctor who had skills that I needed and he did not feel he was the one to perform what needed done. Now that is caring for your patient.
What went well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
8 others found this helpful
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Dalton Pownell – Oct 01, 2019
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The Best there is. one of the outstanding quality's about DR Prashad is each and every one of his patients is treated like a family member, His staff works in the same manner. In closing ( HE CARES)
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
8 others found this helpful
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Tom Swarbrick in ocala, FL – Jun 22, 2019
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Have been a patient of Dr. Prashad for 5 years and I am very pleased with his treatment. My husband is now a patient, and very happy with him. He really cares about his patients. Would definitely recommend him to anyone! Gordon and Catha
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
6 others found this helpful
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Catha and Gordon Smith in Ocala, FL – Nov 15, 2018
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He has truly been a hero for my mom and our family ?? Thank you!!!
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
7 others found this helpful
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Teresa Kline in TN – Oct 04, 2018
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Professional, courteous, no nonsense approach. Seems fully engaged in patient health.
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
5 others found this helpful
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Erwin in the villages, fl – Jun 19, 2018
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Dr. Prashad is extremely well qualified and very experienced. I went to him for the first time with mild pain in my throat during exercise. After examining me in his office he said I had a blockage, maybe more than one, probably on the left side of my heart, and that I needed a cardiac catheterization. The cath was so bad that I needed immediate heart surgery. The "widow maker" artery (left side) was 95% blocked. A surgeon performed a double bypass and said I was lucky to be alive
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
15 others found this helpful
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Dunnellon, FL – Mar 29, 2017
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Dr. Prashad is both very professional and very personable. He explains, he asks questions and he listens. He makes one feel comfortable in asking a question.
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
13 others found this helpful
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Albert J Frisina in The Villages – Mar 02, 2017
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Met Dr. Prashad for the first time when I went to the ER for Afib.....liked him from the start...kept me totally informed of what was going on and what his course of action was to be.....have been his patient for 4 years now and trust his judgment...his assistant Lynette is great and very knowledgeable and the office staff is courteous and accommodating....very friendly office....am very pleased with the care I receive
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
11 others found this helpful
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Linda Bonura in Ocala, FL – Dec 01, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Rakesh Prashad, MD is a cardiology doctor who practices in Ocala, FL. He is 54 years old and has been practicing for 28 years. Dr. Prashad is affiliated with HCA Florida West Marion Hospital, HCA Florida Ocala Hospital? and Munroe Regional Medical Center.

  • Interventional Cardiology

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  • Mount Sinai Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital

  • Jackson Memorial Hospital

    Residency Hospital

  • Jackson Memorial Hospital

    Internship Hospital

  • University Of Florida College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1989
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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Interventional Cardiology
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  • English

  • Spanish

  • Excellence in Teaching-University of Florida Department of Medicine, 2008

  • Noah Scholarship, University of Florida College of Medicine, 1989

  • Dean's List, Unviersity of Miami Alpha Epsilon Delta Honor Society, University of Miami, 1985

  • Bateman Scholarship, University of Florida College of Medicine, 1986

  • Excellence in Teaching-University of Florida Department of Medicine, 2009

  • Trainee Investigator Award for excellence in Scientific Research-The Clinical Research Meeting, San Diego, CA, 1995

  • America's Top Physicians-Consumers Research Council of America, 2006

Affiliated Hospitals

  • HCA Florida Ocala Hospital

    1431 SW 1st Ave
    Ocala, FL 34471
    Recipient of 40
    hospital awards

    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

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

    79%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% lower than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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