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Dr. Matthew Bessen, MD

Dr. Matthew Bessen, MD

Cardiology*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Matthew Bessen, MD is a cardiologist in Louisville, KY and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Bessen has extensive experience in Heart Conditions. He graduated from Rosalind Franklin University Chicago Medical School in 1982. He is affiliated with medical facilities Perry County Memorial Hospital and Uofl Health Jewish Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.4 Star Rating
Based on 17 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (17 reviews)

UofL Physicians – Cardiology Associates

225 Abraham Flexner Way Ste 305 Louisville, KY 40202
(502) 585-4321

Dr. Bessen 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 Expertise
    Dr. Bessen specializes in the areas of Cardiovascular Disease & Internal Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Good Patient Care
    Patients said they had exceptional care at this hospital. • See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Bessen's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Bessen

4.4

17 ratings, 5 with a written review
5 Star
76%
76%
4 Star
6%
6%
3 Star
6%
6%
2 Star
0%
0%
1 Star
12%
12%

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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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JJ Jones – Mar 05, 2025
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
No results
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Allen aboff – Apr 08, 2023
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What went well
  • 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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Mary Jones – Feb 21, 2023
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What went well
  • 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
4 people found this helpful
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M. Pike – Nov 20, 2019
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What went well
  • 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
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
virginia Marler in louisville ky – Apr 05, 2018
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biography

Dr. Matthew Bessen, MD is a cardiologist in Louisville, KY and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Bessen has extensive experience in Heart Conditions. He graduated from Rosalind Franklin University Chicago Medical School...read more

  • Cardiology

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  • University Calif Irvine

    Fellowship Hospital, 1985

  • Emory University Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1983

  • Rosalind Franklin University Chicago Medical School

    Medical School, 1982
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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Dr. Bessen is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

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    Locations

    UofL Physicians – Cardiology Associates

    UofL Physicians – Cardiology Associates225 Abraham Flexner Way Ste 305 Louisville, KY 40202
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    UofL Health – Heart Hospital at Jewish

    UofL Health – Heart Hospital at Jewish201 Abraham Flexner Way Louisville, KY 40202
    2

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Perry County Memorial Hospital

      8885 State Road 237
      Tell City, IN 47586

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

      87%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% lower than the national average

      84%
      Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

      7% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Uofl Health Jewish Hospital

      200 Abraham Flexner Way
      Louisville, KY 40202
      Recipient of 2
      hospital awards

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

      84%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
      70%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      6% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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