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Dr. Mark Ginkel, MD

Dr. Mark Ginkel, MD

Cardiology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Mark Ginkel, MD is a cardiologist in Santa Maria, CA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Ginkel has extensive experience in Adult Congenital Heart Conditions. He graduated from St Louis University in 1989. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as French Hospital Medical Center and Marian Regional Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.5 Star Rating
Based on 26 reviews 4.5 Star Rating (26 reviews)

Practice

220 S Palisade Dr Ste 101 Santa Maria, CA 93454
(805) 354-0112

Hospital Highlight

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

Dr. Ginkel 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. Ginkel specializes in the areas of Cardiology, Cardiovascular Disease & Interventional Cardiology. • 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. Ginkel's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Ginkel

4.5

26 ratings, 6 with a written review
5 Star
81%
81%
4 Star
8%
8%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
8%
8%
1 Star
4%
4%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Mar 09, 2025
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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 01, 2024
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
Helpful
Oct 12, 2023
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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
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Greatful patient – Sep 23, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Adrianne Ayres – May 07, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • 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
4 people found this helpful
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YOU ARE GOING TO DIE: ONLY PROGNOSIS – May 02, 2020
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care philosophy

We strive to provide caring compassionate, state of the art, cardiac care to all our patients. With over 17 years experience in complex cardiovascular disease management . We value the trust patients and families place in us and enjoy the personal...read more

  • Cardiology

  • Interventional Cardiology

  • Clinical Cardiology

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

  • Uc Irvine Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 1996

  • Uc Irvine Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1992

  • Uc Irvine Medical Center|uc Irvine Med Center

    Internship Hospital, 1990

  • St Louis University

    Medical School, 1989
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Medical Specialties
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Cardiology†
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Cardiovascular Disease
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Interventional Cardiology
†Self designated 
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Dr. Ginkel is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Midcoast Cardiovascular Associates220 S Palisade Dr Ste 101 Santa Maria, CA 93454
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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

      View all awards

      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

    • Lompoc Valley Medical Center

      1515 E Ocean Ave
      Lompoc, CA 93436

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

      88%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% higher than the national average

      70%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      8% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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