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Dr. Robert Fishman, MD

Dr. Robert Fishman, MD

Cardiology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Robert Fishman, MD is a cardiologist in Fairfield, CT and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Fishman has extensive experience in Adult Congenital Heart Conditions. He graduated from Boston University in 1985. He is affiliated with medical facilities Yale New Haven Hospital and Bridgeport Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 50 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (50 reviews)

Cardiac Specialists

1305 Post Rd Fairfield, CT 06824
Telehealth available

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Fishman is affiliated with Yale New Haven Hospital New Haven, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for cardiology.

Dr. Fishman 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. Fishman specializes in the areas of Cardiovascular Disease & Internal Medicine. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Surgery Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Fishman's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Fishman

4.8
50 ratings, 42 with a written review
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Rude & Uncaring
He can't handle a patient who asks questions or advocates for himself. YOU have to ask for tests. He doesn't keep up-to-date in latest treatments. He's rude, impatient & truly doesn't care about his patients esp those w/co-morbities. Please do NOT employ him. Your health will suffer. He doesn't care about the elderly either.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 others found this helpful
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Maple370 – Jan 19, 2024
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Amazing cardiologist
Dr. Fishman is a great doctor who takes a much-appreciate 'belt & suspenders' approach to his craft. Great listener, very responsive, very caring. Highly recommend
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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Anne C. – Oct 14, 2023
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Can only give 5 stars. Dr Fishman deserves 10
I just saw Dr. Fishman, today for the first time. Excellent personality, very friendly and cordial. If your in need of a Cardiologist,. No need to look further. I sent him a mssg from home he answered me within 1 hour and it was not extremely important. He is also very knowledgeable. As long as I need a Cardiologist Dr Fishman, will be the one. Brian Powers.
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
3 others found this helpful
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Brian. P – Aug 18, 2022
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Highly skilled, experienced, compassionate, supportive, reassuring and responsive. An ideal medical professional.
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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Mike – Apr 18, 2022
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First time visit with Dr. Fishman- my cardiologist recently retired from the same practice. Enjoyed meeting him and look forward to future visits!!
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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Doug – Mar 23, 2022
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A typical excellent doctor appointment. Got communication. Included a good follow up Lan.
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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Dale – Feb 14, 2022
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Very easy to schedule. Very timely response once I arrived at the office. Very Professional treatment from all the staff as well as Dr. Fishman
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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Chuck Hickey – Feb 02, 2022
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Very Elvoming
I am very happy to have him as my cardiologist. We both know what I need to do.
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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Mark – Feb 02, 2022
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He’s friendly, caring and very understandable
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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Dec 20, 2021
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would not even consider another doctor
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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Ed Kusinski – Dec 19, 2021
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Dr Fishman is very friendly and professional. I would recommend him to anybody.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Nov 01, 2021
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Highly recommended! The best care. Thankful for Dr. Fishman.
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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Sep 15, 2021
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Entire staff were friendly, well versed and very competent. Dr. Fishman was to tough and explained everything in a way that was easy to understand. I am very pleased with my visit. Roger.
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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Roger Lebert – Sep 14, 2021
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Dr. Fishman is a wonderful dr. I definitely would 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Thomas Fischer – Sep 14, 2021
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Yes, I would recommend Dr. Fishman.
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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Lionel Ketchian – Jul 28, 2021
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Dr.Fishman is personable and listens to patient concerns. He stays well informed of his patients medical history and advises for the best course of action.
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 09, 2021
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Generally speaking, I'm not a "Dr. Person", I'll only go when I think it's absolutely necessary. I couldn't have been more thrilled with my appointment with Dr. Fishman. He listened to my concerns, never looked at his watch and set-up a series of tests to ensure that my heart is in "good shape".
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 22, 2021
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One of the best I've ever seen - he asks questions, listens to you and genuinely cares. I recommend him to friends all the time.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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J. Damato – Mar 24, 2021
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Dr. Fishman is the consummate professional. Note only does he, along with his team, provide a complete and thorough exam, he takes the time to review and discuss everything and how to work on your overall health. I NEVER feel rushed - I NEVER feel like a number - I truly feel like he is a longtime friend. He is candid (as he was when I first met him and he was very professional but blunt) and extremely compassionate. I would have rated him 10 stars but was only given the option of 5.
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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Dan Aron – Mar 15, 2021
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Incredible, fast and detailed
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Tom stone – Feb 11, 2021
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About Me

biography

Dr. Robert Fishman, MD is a cardiologist in Fairfield, CT and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Fishman has extensive experience in Adult Congenital Heart Conditions. He graduated from Boston University in 1985. He is affiliated...read more
  • Cardiology

  • Interventional Cardiology

  • Internal Medicine

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  • Boston University

    Medical School, 1985
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Cardiovascular Disease
Internal Medicine
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Dr. Fishman is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

    Read our methodology

    Locations

    Cardiac Specialists

    Cardiac Specialists PC1305 Post Rd Fairfield, CT 06824
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • 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)

      Superior clinical outcomes in heart bypass surgery and heart valve surgery

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

      Superior clinical outcomes in heart bypass surgery and heart valve surgery

      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
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