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Dr. J Fernando Triana, MD

Dr. J Fernando Triana, MD

Cardiology*

Dr. J Fernando Triana, MD is a cardiologist in San Antonio, TX. Dr. Triana has extensive experience in Adult Congenital Heart Conditions. He is affiliated with Methodist Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 104 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (104 reviews)

Locations

Methodist Cardiology Clinic of San Antonio - Medical Drive - Suite 120

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Triana is affiliated with Methodist Hospital San Antonio, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for cardiology.

Dr. Triana is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Areas of ExpertiseDr. Triana specializes in the areas of Cardiovascular Disease & Internal Medicine. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top HospitalAmerica’s 100 Best Hospitals for Coronary Intervention Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Triana's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Triana

4.8
104 ratings, 80 with a written review
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90 minute wait and left. Medicines prescribed were right off the internet. Allergic to both. No follow up. Not recommended.
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Jun 30, 2021
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Seven months to do three exams. Very frustrating. You’d probably get more timely results in a ER. I waited patiently because of Covid-19. Dr. Triana was kind and he explained things. The problem was that most of the communication occurs with his staff. Which in my experience was Horrible!! I have a long list of complaints but in short summery. It is not worth a heart attack. Nurse Casandra particularly gave me a difficult time. She was very dismissive of my chest pains and belittling. Admin. would forget to inform me of insurance approvals-exam appts. One exam was not initially approved by insurance, if I would not have caught that. I would have been held responsible to pay out of pocket. The stress test took me days to recover as my breathing had changed greatly in the weeks prior. I had to insist on wearing a M-95 for that exam, staff denied it. Finally I was able to get it approved by Dr. Triana. Difficult choices. Insurance will approve a wrist pressure cuff. Get one.Problem solved
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
2 others found this helpful
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M E – Aug 23, 2020
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Dr Triana and staff are the best in the world. Trust them with my life!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Alan Douglas Cox – Jul 29, 2020
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this was a virtual visit. Dr. Triana is always very clear in his explanations and cordial in our visits. i highly recommend him and his team.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Jul 27, 2020
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Telemedicine on Facetime
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Jul 26, 2020
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He’s the best!
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
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Sammy Brock – Jul 20, 2020
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Dr Triana is the best cardiologist he is very thorough and his experience is excseptional al
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Jesse Gutierrez – Jul 11, 2020
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Dr Jose Triana has been my doctor for the last 25 years. He and his staff are tops in my book. They are knowledgeable, thorough, professional as well as friendly and compassionate. I have never been disappointed in the way I’ve been treated there. I would highly recommend them to anyone who 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
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Cherry S – Jun 17, 2020
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Dr. Triana saw me in the beginning of June 2020. Dr. Triana and his staff always find the time to provide me with an appointment. The appointment was on time, there was no waiting period. Dr. Triana took all the time necessary to examine me and he provided me with detailed consultation. He explained all symptoms and conditions to me, and he answered all my questions. Thank you Dr. Triana, for all your caring and consideration.
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
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Gisela Hallermann – Jun 17, 2020
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Very happy to get to see Dr Triana for my appointment. My appointment was great. I would highly recommend him to anyone in need of 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
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Jun 16, 2020
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Been a patient for 5 years or more. Staff is courteous and Dr. always has time to answer questions in a way that is easily understood.
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
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Michael Schutter – May 26, 2020
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This is my first telephone visit with the Duo app. As usual, it was good to see Dr. Triana even if it was only a small image. I probably held the phone too close so all he saw was my lips and wrinkles. Hopefully, when I have my next appointment the coronavirus pandemic will be over and we will shake hands again. He has been my cardiologist for twenty or more years.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Fred Wendt – Apr 18, 2020
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Less than 60 seconds face to face with doctor who ordered immediate cardiac cath. Congenital defect repaired over 60 years ago leaves many questions for patient experiencing debilitating chest pain and shortness of breath.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Apr 11, 2020
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Dr. Triana is an outstanding doctor. His staff is efficient yet friendly. He is also very friendly yet professional and will take the time to listen to your concerns. I highly recommend him.
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
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David L. – Mar 29, 2020
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Dr. Triana and his staff are very professional,understanding and caring. They all take the time to listen to your concerns and/or answer your questions. Appointments are easy to get. They will certainly work with you to facilitate your needs.
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
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P.Nixon – Mar 21, 2020
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Always listens, always kind.
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
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Mar 19, 2020
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I needed an "emergency" cardiac clearance for scheduled brain surgery the next day. Dr. Triana interrupted his already overly busy day, gave me an immediate EKG & got me an unscheduled chemical cardiac stress test, & was able to clear me for my surgery. He really came through for me, way beyond what would ordinarily be required. He was a hero for me.
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
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Karl W. Schweickardt, Jr – Mar 17, 2020
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My visit was very pleasant. The intake person was very thorough. The nurse was exceptional, and I found Dr. Triana very knowledgeable and pleasant. He took his time and asked pertinent questions.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Josefa Volpe – Mar 17, 2020
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Doctor. Triana listens well and has a great staff. His colleagues assist you in your treatment. I was hospitalized in 2018 and could not have had better care than I did at Methodist hospital with the doctors from the Cardiology clinic treating me.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 12, 2020
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Dr. Triana is very attentive and a good listener. The waiting time was short.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Mar 10, 2020
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr. Triana not only provides outstanding care to his own patients, but is also helping to change the way heart patients are treated in San Antonio and throughout South Texas.

biography

J. Fernando Triana, MD, FACC is Board Certified in Cardiovascular Disease, Interventional Cardiology and Nuclear Cardiology. He is a co-founder of the groundbreaking Cardio-Hospitalist Program at Methodist Hospital and the driving force behind...read more
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Dr. Triana is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Methodist Hospital

      7700 Floyd Curl Dr
      San Antonio, TX 78229
      Recipient of 57
      hospital awards

      America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Coronary Intervention Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

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

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

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

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

      84%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
      77%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      2% higher than the national average

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