Stephen Michael Piacentine, MD

Cardiology, Cardiovascular Disease, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology, Echocardiography, Internal Medicine

Provider Groups

  • Innovative Health Alliance of New York

  • SPHP Medical Associates

Primary Contact

518-377-8184
Appointments (New Patients Welcome)
Provider Groups
  • Innovative Health Alliance of New York

  • SPHP Medical Associates

Primary Contact
518-377-8184

Services & Specialties

Areas of Specialization

  • Cardiology
  • Cardiovascular Disease
  • Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology
  • Echocardiography
  • Internal Medicine

Locations & Contact

Primary Location

Cardiology Associates of Schenectady - Balltown Road

2546 Balltown Rd
Ste 300
Schenectady, NY 12309-1083

Conditions Treated

  • Heart Failure
  • Echocardiography

Additional Resources

Education & Certifications

Education

Education:
University of Medicine & Dentistry of New Jersey-School of Osteopathic Medicine (1998)

Residency:
Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (2007)

Fellowship:
University of Massachusetts Medical School (2011)

Fellowship:
UMass Chan Medical School (2011)

Board Certifications

Cardiology, Cardiovascular Disease, American Board of Internal Medicine Subspecialty (2011)

Provider Groups

Innovative Health Alliance of New York

SPHP Medical Associates

Provider Ratings

The following ratings and reviews are based on verified feedback collected from independently administered patient experience surveys. The ratings and comments submitted by patients reflect their own views and opinions. Patient identities are withheld to ensure confidentiality and privacy. Learn More >

4.9 out of 5

(249 ratings)

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

68 Reviews

08/26/2025

Has been my doctor for many years,he is the best

08/15/2025

The best

08/15/2025

Dr Piacentine is always willing to listen and answer any questions regarding the visit.

08/15/2025

He treats and he explains treatments to older patients even though I don鈥檛 hear well takes the time I didn鈥檛 feel rushed

08/13/2025

See earlier comments.

08/12/2025

VERY THOROUGH GREAT DR.

08/12/2025

Best Doctor I have ever been referred to

08/07/2025

Keep doing what you do doctor, that's the reason I go to Dr P. Thanks again

08/07/2025

I would highly recommend Dr. Piacentine. He has a wonderful manner with his patients and I would recommend him to everybody.

08/05/2025

Dr. P is very easy to speak with, polite, patient. His team is as well.

07/25/2025

Dr. Piacentine is wonderful. He spends time explaining everything and is very thoughtful and kind.

07/23/2025

He鈥檚 one of best physicians I鈥檝e seen. Kind, respectful, knowledgeable and performs his job well and with the highest regard for his patient.

07/23/2025

He is a caring and professional person. I would highly recommend him to others.

07/17/2025

Very professional, knowledgeable, and communicative. Takes time to listen and to explain. Highly recommend this doctor.

07/17/2025

Never rushed at an appointment and takes time to listen and address all your concerns

07/16/2025

Top Notch Evidence Based Medical Practitioner

07/08/2025

I feel very comfortable with Dr. Piacentine and have recommended him to others looking for a cardiologist.

07/03/2025

He is an awesome Dr. and I would not want to go anywhere else.

06/20/2025

The doctor has taken time to get to know me and follows what happens to me between visits.

06/17/2025

I have always found that my appointments with this physician & his staff have always been professional and pleasant.

06/05/2025

Dr Piacente is outstanding very professional very knowledgeable. He takes the time to listen and he knows how to laugh. I have a very high respect for this man.

06/04/2025

He was great

05/30/2025

Very patient and caring

05/29/2025

I felt very comfortable with the provider and he was very professional

05/28/2025

i have filled out this many times before and i can only repeat Dr. Piacietini is the absolute BEST!

05/21/2025

DR. PIACIATENE IS MY LONG TIME PHYSICIAN AND IS THE BEST

05/07/2025

Dr. Piacentine has provided excellent care for years and is very comfortable to work with.

04/30/2025

Always knowledgeable and professional.

04/30/2025

He always gives me great care. I cannot ask for better treatment.

04/25/2025

Everything was good

04/24/2025

It is so wonderful that isn鈥檛 a wait time to be seen.

04/23/2025

Great provider and patient communication

04/22/2025

Very happy to have his services. It is very much appreciated. Keep him happy so he doesn't go somewhere else!

03/18/2025

Met him about 4 years ago at Ellis. Calming, and

03/18/2025

Dr. Piacentine is a thoughtful, compassionate professional who treats you with respect, kindness and compassion. He is also a wonderful listener and thorough caregiver who makes you feel you are the most important patient in his care.

03/07/2025

Dr Piacentine is the best..he takes his time..good humored and its always a pleasant experience

03/06/2025

I recommend him to anyone who needs a cardiologist. He's the best doctor around!

03/05/2025

Calming and compassionate nature. A rare trait in today鈥檚 medical world. An asset to this Practice.

03/04/2025

Easy to talk to.

02/28/2025

I would highly recommend him to my friends and family.

02/28/2025

I saw Dr. Piacentine Feb 28th. Despite it being an extremely busy day he found the time to go over the testing I had done and to reassure me that I was doing fine. He is a caring, knowledgeable physician.

02/25/2025

Dr. P answered my questions and addressed my concerns and took the time to listen to me.

02/12/2025

always great

02/11/2025

GREAT

02/07/2025

My feed back was listed previously. It was the first time I had seen Dr. Piacentine and he more than met my hope for my7 new cardiologist. He took time to get to know me and listened when I talked. He came highly recommended by my previous cardiologist and also others of his patients that are my friends. They raved about him. My first impression is that I agree. I am very glad to have him accept me as one of his patients.

02/04/2025

Caring and kind

01/31/2025

Dr. P. is always very caring and willing to listen. He never rushes in and out.

01/17/2025

he has provider me a level of care that has truly kept me alive.

01/16/2025

As I said before, appreciate and trust Dr Piancentine with my care

01/15/2025

Dr. Piacentine is extremely kind and listens carefully to my concerns; he takes time to explain his answers to my questions in a way that I can understand. I always feel encouraged after seeing him.

01/14/2025

One of the best specialists that I have ever encountered.

01/14/2025

Met new PA and he was great. Personable, explained everything well.

01/07/2025

An excellent doctor!

12/18/2024

Dr P is listens and engages. Never feel rushed and my concerns are always addressed.

12/13/2024

Dr. Piacentine is a caring, knowledgeable physician w

12/12/2024

Outstanding cardiologist!!

12/12/2024

Dr. Piacentine is excellent -- one of the best!

12/11/2024

Outstanding service and experience!!

12/05/2024

he's a doctor for his patients 100%, not just for the money

12/03/2024

Very understanding and compassionate

11/14/2024

Consistently high marks in every category.

11/13/2024

very good overall

11/07/2024

He is a caring and very professional man. I have a high level of trust in him.

11/07/2024

Keep doing what you do

10/30/2024

Dr. P does everything right. All doctors should be like him.

10/24/2024

Dr. P was extremely friendly and asked probing questions, I was very happy with the visit

10/09/2024

It is always a personal pleasure in dealing with Dr. Piacentine!

10/09/2024

Adequately responds to concern.
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