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Dr. Richard Taikowski, MD

Dr. Richard Taikowski, MD

Cardiology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Richard Taikowski, MD is a cardiologist in Trumbull, CT and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Taikowski has extensive experience in Adult Congenital Heart Conditions. He graduated from Boston University in 1985. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Greenwich Hospital and Yale New Haven Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 58 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (58 reviews)

Northeast Medical Group

999 Silver Ln Trumbull, CT 06611
(203) 385-1111

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Taikowski is affiliated with Greenwich Hospital Greenwich, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Taikowski 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. Taikowski specializes in the areas of Cardiovascular Disease & Internal Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Surgery Award™ • See hospitals
  • Practices at Highly Recommended Hospital
    Patients recommend this hospital to family and friends. • See hospitals
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Dr. Taikowski's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Taikowski

4.8

58 ratings, 43 with a written review
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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
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
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William Palmer – May 27, 2022
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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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M Jacoby – May 27, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
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May 27, 2022
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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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Valencia Taft-Jackson – Apr 08, 2022
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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
1 person found this helpful
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Yogesh – Apr 07, 2022
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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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Feb 05, 2022
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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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Dec 17, 2021
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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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john nutolo – Dec 17, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Murray Morrison – Oct 28, 2021
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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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Sunil R Mahtani – Oct 27, 2021
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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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Sep 09, 2021
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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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Glenn - Fairfield – Sep 09, 2021
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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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Tom M – Sep 08, 2021
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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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Jul 17, 2021
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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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May 28, 2021
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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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Glenn J. – May 06, 2021
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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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Rosemary Harrison – Apr 22, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Jacob R. Raitt – Apr 02, 2021
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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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Barbara L. Hallstrom – Mar 27, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 05, 2021
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Dr. Richard Taikowski, MD is a cardiologist in Trumbull, CT and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Taikowski has extensive experience in Adult Congenital Heart Conditions. He graduated from Boston University in 1985. He is...read more

  • Cardiology

  • Internal Medicine

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  • Boston University

    Medical School, 1985
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. Taikowski is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

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    Locations

    Northeast Medical Group

    Cardiac Specialists PC999 Silver Ln Trumbull, CT 06611
    1

    Ascension Medical Group Genesys Heart Center

    Arthritis and Internal Medicine Associates LLC5520 Park Ave Trumbull, CT 06611
    2

    Cardiac Specialists

    Cardiac Specialists PC1305 Post Rd Fairfield, CT 06824
    3

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Greenwich Hospital

      5 Perryridge Rd
      Greenwich, CT 06830
      Recipient of 2
      hospital awards

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

      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.

      82%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% lower than the national average

      78%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      2% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Yale New Haven Hospital

      20 York St
      New Haven, CT 06510
      Recipient of 6
      hospital awards

      America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Surgery Award™ (2025, 2024)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Care Award™ (2025, 2024)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      View all awards

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

      85%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% higher than the national average

      76%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
      View all patient feedback

    • Bridgeport Hospital

      267 Grant St
      Bridgeport, CT 06610
      Recipient of 5
      hospital awards

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

      83%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% lower than the national average

      77%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      1% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    Learn more about how Healthgrades measures Hospital Quality