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Joseph FG Gnanaraj, MD

Cardiology, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology, Internal Medicine

Provider Ratings

4.9 out of 5 (311 ratings)

Speaks

Languages

Tamil

Provider Groups

  • Trinity Health Of New England Medical Group

  • Trinity Health Of New England Care Alliance

Primary Contact

203-709-7300
Provider Groups

  • Trinity Health Of New England Medical Group

  • Trinity Health Of New England Care Alliance

Primary Contact
203-709-7300
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Services & Specialties

Areas of Specialization

  • Cardiology
  • Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology
  • Internal Medicine

Clinical Interests

Conditions Treated

  • Hoffman Heart
  • Cardiovascular
  • Echocardiography
  • Nuclear cardiology
  • Cardiovascular Disease

Locations & Contact

Primary Location

The Heart Group - Trinity Health Of New England

1320 W Main St
Waterbury , CT 06708

8607148612 View Details

East Main Internal Medicine

1981 E Main St
2nd Floor
Waterbury , CT 06705

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Monday
8:00am - 4:30pm
Tuesday
8:00am - 4:30pm
Wednesday
8:00am - 4:30pm
Thursday
8:00am - 4:30pm
Friday
8:00am - 4:30pm
(203)709-5520 View Details

About

Joseph Gnanaraj, MD, FACC, is a cardiologist with Saint Mary’s Hospital and Franklin Medical Group.

Dr. Gnanaraj received his medical degree from Madurai Medical College, an affiliate of The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University in India, where he also completed his post graduate training in internal medicine. Dr. Gnanaraj served as a consultant physician at Jawahar Hospital in Madurai and as an assistant professor of medicine at Vinayaka Missions Medical College in Salem, India. He subsequently served as Senior Registrar of the Department of Medicine for the Ministry of Health in St. Vincent, and as a clinical tutor at Kingstown Medical College at St. George’s University.

In 2007, Dr. Gnanaraj completed his internal medicine residency at Griffin Hospital, where he later served as Chief Resident, Faculty Hospitalist and Associate Program Director of the Internal Medicine Residency Program. He was recognized as “Physician of the Year” in 2012 for providing exceptional and compassionate patient care and received multiple awards for teaching medicine to residents. He was a clinical instructor at Yale University School of Medicine and completed a fellowship in cardiology at Bridgeport Hospital, an affiliate of Yale-New Haven Health. He is a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology and a member of the ACC Connecticut Chapter Council.

Dr. Gnanaraj is board certified in cardiovascular disease, internal medicine, echocardiography, peripheral vascular ultrasound and nuclear cardiology. Clinical areas of interest include management of heart failure, valvular heart disease and heart rhythm disorders, including atrial fibrillation. Dr. Gnanaraj believes in providing holistic care and treating patients as a whole, not just their hearts. He looks forward to serving new patients from Greater Waterbury and surrounding towns at Franklin Medical Group – Cardiology.

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Education & Certifications

Education

Education:
Madurai Medical College (2002)

Residency:
Griffin Hospital (2008)

Fellowship:
Yale-New Haven Bridgeport Hospital (2016)

Fellowship:
Bridgeport Hospital (2016)

Board Certifications

Cardiology, Cardiovascular Disease, American Board of Internal Medicine Subspecialty (2016)

Provider Groups

Trinity Health Of New England Medical Group

Trinity Health Of New England Care Alliance

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

(311 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.

173 Reviews

09/18/2024

i feel dr gnaraj really cares for my mom. he is #1 in my book

09/17/2024

Dr Gnanaraj is always calm and caring makes you feel safe and important

09/12/2024

Knowledgeable

09/10/2024

Explain everything I really appreciate

09/10/2024

I truly felt cared for

09/03/2024

Keep up the good work.

09/03/2024

Dr. is very kind and caring, as well as informative of my condition.

08/27/2024

I appreciated his knowledge and expertise and care and advice he gave to me. He was an exceptional listener and addressed ALL my questions and concerns with much patience, thought consideration and knowledge in a way I could understand.

08/19/2024

The best cardiologist and Trinity should be blessed to have him!

08/13/2024

The Doctor very professional and kind and answers. Any questions takes his time withyo you.

08/09/2024

Very high standards of service.

08/08/2024

He’s the best!

08/08/2024

Excellent experience.

08/08/2024

I can’t think of anything else just that mine very please

08/07/2024

Doctor was very attentive and answered all of my concerns

07/31/2024

Que es muy atento, me siento agradecida

07/08/2024

Positive experience at this facility.

06/18/2024

Exceptional. Caring understanding I felt Dr. really cared about me

06/18/2024

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06/13/2024

My wish is that I be seen at the West Main Street office, as it is so much closer to my residence. Navigating interstate 84 can be a nightmare with work and high volume of vehicles traveling on it. My husband and I are 72 so closer to home would be preferable. Other than that, my experience with the doctor and staff was wonderful!

06/04/2024

Great experience

05/31/2024

Dr. G is just an excellent Doctor and also as a person. I feel fortunate to have found him.

05/15/2024

I am very pleased with Dr. Gnanaraj …he is excellent!

05/09/2024

Extremely pleased with this provider

05/09/2024

They are all a amazing

05/06/2024

I wish exceptional was an option!

05/02/2024

Very pleased with he provider always stating any issues to contact the office immediately

04/25/2024

I feel very confident about Dr. G's knowledge & capabilities.

04/22/2024

Excellent

04/18/2024

Muy buenas atendecias

04/09/2024

I appreciated Dr. Gnanaraj. He really listened and I could see he was assessing me and using all his knowledge and skills to discern what my condition was. I felt very safe with him and he was very kind and personable.

04/05/2024

Went very well

04/05/2024

Very happy to have my husbands health in the hands of such a knowledgable and caring doctor. Doctor Gnanaraj.

03/28/2024

Patient, knowledgeable, prepared, knows my history and situations.

03/26/2024

Dr. Gnanaraj could explain the results and meaning of exams without having to be prompted or directly asked.

03/18/2024

Very good

03/15/2024

Very polite and helpful

03/11/2024

Compassionate and Professional

03/11/2024

Dr. Gnanaraj is an exceptional doctor in all respects.

03/07/2024

Muy profesionales

03/05/2024

I highly recommend Dr.G

02/28/2024

great service and easy to be comfotable in their office

02/27/2024

Excellent

02/26/2024

Very pleased with the whole experience

02/26/2024

All was good.

02/22/2024

Very good

02/21/2024

His friendly and compassionate disposition.

02/15/2024

Excelente

02/08/2024

Great doc, reviewed tests

01/29/2024

Have always been a productive and pleasant experience.

01/19/2024

Very thorough

01/18/2024

Already did!

01/05/2024

Very very good

12/15/2023

my wife is transferring to Dr. G

12/14/2023

Great care

12/12/2023

Excellent service

12/12/2023

The doctor is a very caring person.

12/12/2023

Everyone was very polite to me

12/07/2023

I left after my visit feeling very good about my time with the Doctor and his Nurse. Good people.

12/07/2023

I feel I’m getting excellent care.

12/05/2023

Very caring doctor !!!!

11/30/2023

I appreciate the time and attention Dr.Gnanaraj provides.

11/28/2023

This provider is very good

11/27/2023

Very good experience

11/24/2023

Doctor is always caring and personal.

11/10/2023

I left the office feeling better about my concern and with a clear plan to monitor the situation on my own and criteria for following up with the doctor

11/05/2023

He’s very knowledgeable

11/01/2023

Very understanding and listens

10/30/2023

Keep up the great work

10/29/2023

Very good

10/28/2023

Couldn’t have asked for any better treatment

10/22/2023

I feel fortunate at have Dr Gnanaraj care for me��

10/18/2023

very professional - listens!!!!

10/12/2023

Dr Gnanaraj listens and is very meticulous with your health problems

10/06/2023

Think the doctor is an excellent doctor.

10/05/2023

Highly recommend

10/05/2023

Muy buena muy buena atenciones

09/23/2023

Well satisfied with Dr. Gnanaraj

09/23/2023

Very nice 👌

09/21/2023

Pleased with visit

08/26/2023

I would recommend the Doctor to anyone he listens to you doesn’t rush you answers all your question

08/20/2023

Left feeling confident with exam and Doctor's attention.

08/19/2023

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08/19/2023

DR. WAS PROFESSIONAL.VERY CONSERNED ,KNOWLEDGEABLE, TOOK HIS TIME AND PLEASANT

08/13/2023

Excellent kind friendly and so knowledgable

08/08/2023

This Physician appreciates and respects the patient asks with interest the status of the patient ,listens intently and is personable and interested in all that the patient is responsible for so the Physician is able to advise and instruct in total care of the patient and what the patient needs to do to be compliant and effective in their care.

08/05/2023

I was very happy

07/31/2023

Very satisfied

07/29/2023

Dr. Gnanaraj and his staff have always been professional, courteous, and helpful.

07/19/2023

Open to questions. I felt well taken care of . We’ll trusted

07/19/2023

Truly the best doctor. He takes the time to explain things. He cares a great deal.

07/18/2023

Excellent care

07/16/2023

The provider has been thorough and helpful

07/14/2023

I felt very comfortable that Dr. Gnanaraj knew my medical history and listened to me carefully.

07/12/2023

Visits are always great

07/12/2023

he cares about you

07/09/2023

The doctor went far above expectations. He is exceptional.

07/06/2023

I left the office feeling very good about the entire experience including the office help

07/04/2023

Very good experiences all a round

07/01/2023

I was a very good visit

06/27/2023

He treats with respect for the patients need’s and answered all questions completely.

06/12/2023

A caring physician. Knowledgeable, kind , caring, explained his plan and did a good exam . The medical assistant that visit was very smart .

06/08/2023

Great doctor

05/23/2023

Muy bueno

05/22/2023

Muy buen doctor, muy entendido, me hablo claro y muy razonable.

05/12/2023

Not only is he a great Dr. He also has a great personality

05/08/2023

very good

05/05/2023

Excellent skill and understanding

05/04/2023

Very happy

04/27/2023

Dr. Gnararaj is the kindest and most caring cardiologist.

04/26/2023

listened & attentive when I discussed a new issue

04/21/2023

Muito bem

04/19/2023

Dr Gnanaraj is very personable.

04/11/2023

Dr has been there we needed him .There are very few like him.

04/08/2023

He's a great doctor

04/07/2023

Excellent

04/05/2023

Excellent

04/04/2023

Dr Joe Gnanaraj is fantastic, compassionate, and just a wonderful asset to his profession!

04/04/2023

Great caring office with the best doctors

04/01/2023

Dr. Gnanaraj is very caring, understanding and always listens to what I have to say and offers a solution when needed.

03/30/2023

Dr Nararag was new to me, but he knew my history which I give him an Aplus for

03/29/2023

Dr G is a very dedicated and caring physician

03/26/2023

Thorough

03/22/2023

Left there feeling great all my worries were gonelifted

03/14/2023

knowledge and respect

03/11/2023

He was very kind and really cared about my needs and telling me something no other doctor has and really appreciated that. Thank you

03/10/2023

uNA BUENA EXPERIENCIA

03/06/2023

Complete faith in Dr. Gnanaraj

02/21/2023

they always go above and beyond to take care of my every need

02/21/2023

it was a great visit.. i felt comfortable with Dr.. i know if i should have any issues ,i would feel Dr could treat it..

02/21/2023

Professional and pleasant

02/17/2023

Had a question regarding medication and he called me back himself and explained everything to me. I recommeded him to friends..

02/17/2023

I felt very safe and comfortable

02/16/2023

Very pleasant doesn’t rush you answer question I had. And explain everything

02/16/2023

Dr. Gnanaraj is an excellent Cardiologist. 💯

02/16/2023

I've always been treated well by the entire staff.

02/16/2023

Excellent

12/28/2022

I t was very good

12/19/2022

Great doctor.

12/15/2022

Dr. Gnanaraj is very interested in my health

12/10/2022

Felt comfortable with the provider & staff

12/07/2022

Dr Gnanaraj takes great care of is patients

12/03/2022

he is always very helpful

12/01/2022

Easy to talk too

11/15/2022

Dr. Gnanaraj is also my husband's and my best friend's doctor and I would recommend him highly.

11/08/2022

Great On time Polite

11/03/2022

He is a dedicated and caring physician

10/26/2022

very good

10/25/2022

Explains everything. Short waiting time for him come in exam room.

10/13/2022

Dr Gnanaraj is always there when I need him and willing to take care of me

10/12/2022

He's the best

10/10/2022

Very happy with the Dr.

10/06/2022

He is wonderful and I am extremely pleased/

10/05/2022

I trust the doctor with my life

09/26/2022

I like my heart doctor but uf i didnt ask questions he just looks at me with no additional info

09/24/2022

Very concerned

09/17/2022

Very pleasant office

09/11/2022

A physician who tries hard to make a connection with his patient.

09/08/2022

I feel very fortunate that dr Gnanaraj is caring for me

08/29/2022

Personable, made me feel comfortable, answered my questions and listened to me

08/25/2022

Dr Gnanaraj is an asset to your group. I would follow him anywhere !! He is a treasure!

08/20/2022

He has an excellent bedside manner

08/08/2022

He is a good doctor.

07/31/2022

Always helpful and concerned

07/29/2022

Great communication with doctor.

07/28/2022

a very pleasant and caring doctor

07/24/2022

Excellent care

07/24/2022

I appreciate that Dr Gnanaraj takes his time with explaining everything and I don't feel rushed out the door.

07/23/2022

Pleased with the service

07/14/2022

Very Professional and knowledgeable

07/14/2022

The doctor was very caring and compassionate

07/07/2022

Doctor is very patient and kind.

07/07/2022

Excellent plan of care, diagnostic work up, and treatment prices.
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