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Dr. Ruben Acherman, MD

Dr. Ruben Acherman, MD

Pediatric Cardiology*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Ruben Acherman, MD is a pediatric cardiologist in Las Vegas, NV and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Universidad del Valle in 1976. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Southern Hills Hospital and Medical Center and Sunrise Children's Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

5 Star Rating
Based on 13 reviews 5 Star Rating (13 reviews)

At a Glance

  • Area of ExpertiseDr. Acherman specializes in the area of Pediatric Cardiology. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top HospitalAmerica's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ See hospitals
  • Clean HospitalPatients said the hospital this doctor practices at is clean. See hospitals

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Dr. Acherman's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Acherman

5.0

13 ratings, 9 with a written review
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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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GratefulRN – Jul 03, 2024
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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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Jan 16, 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
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Ali in Las Vegas, NV – Mar 24, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Monica Daggett in Las Vegas, NV – Oct 31, 2018
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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
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RichardM – Jun 23, 2018
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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
2 people found this helpful
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Kelly W in HENDERSON – Jan 30, 2018
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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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Adrienne in Las Vegas – Feb 04, 2017
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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
2 people found this helpful
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Mathew Tucker in Las Vegas, NV – Jul 20, 2016
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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
1 person found this helpful
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Las Cruces, NM – Jul 12, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Continuous care for the fetus, child & adult with congenital heart disease

biography

Dr. Acherman, a native of Colombia, obtained his MD from the Universidad del Valle in Cali. He completed his Pediatric Residency and a Neonatology Fellowship at LA County USC Hospital. Dr. Acherman next completed a Pediatric Cardiology Fellowship...read more
  • Pediatric Cardiology

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  • Children's Hospital - Los Angeles

    Fellowship Hospital
  • Hospital For Sick Children

    Fellowship Hospital
  • Los Angeles County - University Of Southern California Medical Center

    Residency Hospital
  • Universidad Del Valle

    Residency Hospital
  • Los Angeles County - University Of Southern California Medical Center

    Internship Hospital
  • Universidad Del Valle

    Internship Hospital
  • Universidad Del Valle

    Medical School, 1976
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Pediatrics®
Pediatric Cardiology
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Sunrise Hospital and Medical Center

    3186 S Maryland Pkwy
    Las Vegas, NV 89109
    Recipient of 34
    hospital awards

    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2025)

    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.

    75%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    9% lower than the national average

    65%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    10% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Southern Hills Hospital and Medical Center

    9300 W Sunset Rd
    Las Vegas, NV 89148
    Recipient of 16
    hospital awards

    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

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    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.

    81%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% lower than the national average

    75%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    8% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Sunrise Children's Hospital

    3186 S Maryland Pkwy
    Las Vegas, NV 89109
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