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Dr. Vijayaraghavan Janakiraman, MD

Dr. Vijayaraghavan Janakiraman, MD

Cardiology*
50+ years of experience

Dr. Vijayaraghavan Janakiraman, MD is a cardiologist in Altoona, PA and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from DR M.G.R. MEDICAL UNIVERSITY / MADRAS MEDICAL COLLEGE in 1973. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Centra Bedford Memorial Hospital and Penn Highlands Huntingdon. He is accepting new patients.

3.8 Star Rating
Based on 9 reviews 3.8 Star Rating (9 reviews)

Practice

1528 Pleasant Valley Blvd Altoona, PA 16602
(814) 944-4340

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Janakiraman is affiliated with Centra Bedford Memorial Hospital Bedford, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Janakiraman specializes in the areas of Cardiovascular Disease & Internal Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Surgery Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Janakiraman's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Janakiraman

3.8
9 ratings, 2 with a written review
5 star
67%
67%
4 star
0%
0%
3 star
0%
0%
2 star
11%
11%
1 star
22%
22%

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There is no one like him and we r very upset UPMC is letting him go.very sad he is a wonderful,great,caring Dr. we have been with him 12 years hes a amazing Dr. and we are very upset he and Dr.Bhatnagar is leaving upmc..it has been 12 years since Dr Bhatnagar put stent in husband they are a great team we are surely upset they r nomore.REDICULOUS
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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Casey- Kathy – Jul 31, 2021
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Dr. J is a wonderful Dr. He took care of my Mother for years. She had 2 pacemakers at different times and the Dr. said that is unusual for someone to have 2 pacemakers. I contribute that to him, He took very good care of my Mom. She passed away May of 2019 at 79 yrs old. SHe would not have lived that long if it was not for Dr. J.
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
Helpful
Brenda – Feb 16, 2020
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About Me

biography

Dr. Vijayaraghavan Janakiraman, MD is a cardiologist in Altoona, PA and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from DR M.G.R. MEDICAL UNIVERSITY / MADRAS MEDICAL COLLEGE in 1973. He is affiliated with medical facilities...read more

  • Cardiology

  • Internal Medicine

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  • Dr M.g.r. Medical University / Madras Medical College

    Medical 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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Locations

Practice

Pleasant Valley Cardiology LLP1528 Pleasant Valley Blvd Altoona, PA 16602
1

Practice

James E. Van Zandt Veterans Affairs Medical Center2907 Pleasant Valley Blvd Altoona, PA 16602
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Geisinger Jersey Shore Hospital

    1020 Thompson St
    Jersey Shore, PA 17740

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

    95%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    7% higher than the national average

    89%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    12% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Penn Highlands Tyrone

    187 Hospital Dr
    Tyrone, PA 16686

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

    86%
    Patients who gave a rating of 9 or 10

    11% higher than the national average

    86%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    9% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Centra Bedford Memorial Hospital

    1613 Oakwood St
    Bedford, VA 24523
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

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

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    82%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback
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