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Thomas William Pappas

Thomas William Pappas, MD

Interventional CardiologyCardiology

Catholic Health Physician Partners
Accepting New Patients

Highlights

Languages

  • Greek
  • Italian
  • English

Gender

Male

About Thomas William Pappas

Thomas W. Pappas, M.D., is Director of St. Francis Hospital's Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory. In this capacity, he has participated in numerous clinical trials evaluating novel coronary interventional devices. He is a 1983 graduate of Cornell University Medical College, practicing both interventional as well as consultative cardiology for the past 25 years at St. Francis Hospital. He has consistently been recognized by Newsday and Castle Connolly as one of the top physicians on Long Island and has been selected as one of New York magazine's Best Doctors.

Locations

  1. Interventional Cardiology, East Hills Suite 102C
  2. Interventional Cardiology, Ambulatory Care at Riverhead

Expertise

Education

  • Fellowship: New York University Medical Center, Cardiology, 1990
  • Fellowship: New York Hospital-Cornell Medical Center, Cardiology, 1989
  • Internship/Residency: New York Hospital-Cornell Medical Center, Internal Medicine, 1986
  • Medical School: Cornell Univeristy, 1983

Board Certifications

  • Cardiovascular Disease: American Board of Internal Medicine, 1989
  • Internal Medicine: American Board of Internal Medicine, 1986

Insurance

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Ratings & Reviews

5 out of 5

614 ratings, 116 reviews

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.

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Likelihood of recommending this provider
Search reviews
    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/31/2026

    I would not go anywhere else

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/19/2026

    Outstanding experience.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/19/2026

    Dr. Pappas is an outstanding cardiologist. My family has gone to him for years, and now I bring my son to him as well. He is a highly competent, intelligent, Thorough, and personable physician whom we are lucky to have

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/15/2026

    Dr Pappas coordinated and confirmed treatment with my [...] physician

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/14/2026

    Dr. Pappas is a great physician and has treated many of my family members.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/12/2026

    Dr Pappas is a wonderful doctor and a lovely person . He is caring and attentive, informative and of course extremely knowledgeable and professional.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/10/2026

    Dr Pappas is an excellent cardiologist and provider. He is very attentive answers all my questions and provide excellent care.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/10/2026

    Dr Thomas Pappas & his staff are amazing he is my Dads & husbands cadiologist also has been truly amazing in our family heart surgeries & visits thank you the best!!!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/10/2026

    Couldn't ask for a more knowledgeable, professional and caring doctor than Dr. Pappas

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/9/2026

    Dr. Pappas is such a wonderful Doctor. It was such a pleasure meeting him and his PA [...]. They were very thorough, as soon as MA completed her assessment both PA and Dr Pappas entered and address all questions, explained previous test results and came up with a plan. He was very knowledgeable and down to earth. I love his demeanor and honestly but most Importantly he was easy and comfortable to speak to and addressed my concerns.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/30/2025

    First rate and very clean premises.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/27/2025

    Dr. Pappas is a superior doctor in both listening and making necessary decisions for my care.

  • No RatingReviewed on 12/20/2025

    Dr. Pappas is an excellent listener and made wise suggestions for my care.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/19/2025

    Dr. Pappas is very caring and and easy to talk to and discuss and formulate get well plans

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/19/2025

    Dr. Pappas and his team are great.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/12/2025

    100% plus would recommend Dr. Pappas and his team AND St. Francis hospital to everyone!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/12/2025

    Best Doctor I've ever worked with! Dr. Pappas is Very informative and attentive to details and my concerns!!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/8/2025

    Dr. Pappas and his assistant NP/PA are excellent, listeners and addresses all my concerns immediately.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/7/2025

    Dr Pappas is the best

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/5/2025

    Totally trust his expert opinion

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/3/2025

    The Best there is.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/28/2025

    Dr Pappas is the Best of the Best

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/26/2025

    Dr Pappas was thorough and explained in detail all I needed to access my problem. Most importantly, he had empathy but yet professional!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/15/2025

    Dr Pappas is excellent

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/10/2025

    Perfect visit

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/5/2025

    YES, I recommend them.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/3/2025

    I have made recommendations to family and friends about this care provider, and continue to do so.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/1/2025

    Dr Pappas always show concern!He is always available, and really listens!He is an outstanding doctor!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/31/2025

    Will recommend this office to orhers

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/25/2025

    The best care

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/24/2025

    Dr. Pappas is great!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/23/2025

    Its always a great experience. Very patient.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/22/2025

    Very knowledgeable and atuned to my concerns and prognosis

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/21/2025

    Dr. Thomas Pappas is a very knowledgeable, caring, and excellent physician!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/20/2025

    Dr. Pappas is always very concerned about my health and answers all my questions.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/17/2025

    Dr Pappas and his staffers are as always doing a great job.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/17/2025

    Dr Pappas is the Best doctor that any patient could ask for. Top notch..

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/17/2025

    The whole team was great

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/15/2025

    Good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/13/2025

    Dr. Pappas excellent care of his patients always concerned.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/12/2025

    Dr Pappas is kind, emphatic , and knowledgeable physician.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/10/2025

    Dr Pappas is the BEST

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/9/2025

    Excellent team coordination. - No rushing through. Very good consulting and explaining.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/4/2025

    Dr. Pappas is a true doctor.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/3/2025

    Dr Pappas is extraordinary

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/25/2025

    Excellent care as usual from Dr. Pappas. This visit was pre-surgical clearance.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/23/2025

    Have been a patient there for over 30 years. The Best!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/18/2025

    Dr Pappas is the best.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/18/2025

    Very good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/31/2025

    Dr. Pappas is always kind, efficient, knowledgeable and empathetic

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/27/2025

    The PA and Doctor Pappas are the best

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/26/2025

    Very good experience

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/24/2025

    Dr Pappas was patient, thorough, exclaimed everything. He was great! I felt in very good hands!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/23/2025

    Always excellent

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/23/2025

    Dr Pappas is the Best of the Best caring patient articulate and an extraordinary Doctor

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/21/2025

    Always a good experience

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/21/2025

    Dr Pappas is professional, knowledgeable and skilled.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/18/2025

    Dr. Pappas was friendly, informative and took the time to explain my medical issue in layman's terms.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/18/2025

    Dr. Pappas is an extremely intelligent, competent, personable, and caring physician who goes out of his way to help his patience as well as explain options with family members. He is truly one of his kind, and someone that my family has depended on now going into the third generation., And he is just as wonderful and up-to-date on the latest treatments and philosophies regarding medical intervention

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/18/2025

    Very good.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/11/2025

    My experience was: Good Good Good Excellent Thanks a Million for your care. My appreciation is the highest !!! Respectfully [...]

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/11/2025

    Excellent concern n care

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/10/2025

    Dr. Pappas has treated me for twenty years as of this past [...]. A very special person.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/8/2025

    Dr. Pappas is a superb doctor and shows deep care to

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/8/2025

    Dr Pappas is the best

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/7/2025

    I have great confidence in the staff recommendations & concern.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/7/2025

    Dr Pappas is a phenomenal doctor who has a compassionate approach to my cardiac concerns. He is exceedingly considerate & patient in both listening to me and answering my questions thoroughly. His manner, experience and knowledge inspire my trust & confidence. I continue to be exceptionally active and healthy.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/7/2025

    Dr Pappas is the best- suggested proper tests which resulted in necessary care !

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/3/2025

    Dr. Pappas is very thorough and answers all my questions. He is an expert and I value his care

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/2/2025

    Excellent advice and care.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/1/2025

    Dr Pappas is a doctor who I would trust with my life and I have. He's the best aside of the fact he's great at what he does but also because he cares.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/31/2025

    Can't say enough about how much I liked Dr. Pappas.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/30/2025

    The Nurse And Dr. Pappas Were Very Friendly And Professional.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/30/2025

    Dr. Pappas is the Best!!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/28/2025

    I have been working with Dr. Pappas and his staff for years because of the genuine caring manner.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/26/2025

    Excellent.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/26/2025

    [...] Dr. Pappas is an exceptional physician. Always takes the time with me explaining my admission to the hospital. Reviewed the stent procedure showing the video and explaining the entire procedure. I feel I am in wonderful hands in Dr. Pappas care. His team is to be commended for the excellent care providing not just to myself but to all patients. God Bless all of them!!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/24/2025

    Dr. Pappas always call the pt for results either positive or negative results which is good.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/19/2025

    Excellent experience.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/18/2025

    Very good experience.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/18/2025

    Dr. Pappas is awesome in every way.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/18/2025

    On my 1st visit he checked my lab work. He called me to say how pleased he was with my cholesterol level he had to tell me.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/14/2025

    He's the best.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/9/2025

    Doctor Pappas is an incredible doctor. I trust him 1000%.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/3/2025

    There is no one like Dr. Pappas!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/1/2025

    Very thorough!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/29/2025

    Very knowledgeable and diligent. Explained things clearly.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/25/2025

    Dr. Pappas is an excellent physician who is knowledgeable, kind and caring.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/25/2025

    Dr PAPPAS is impeccable. Truly a traditional Dr in every way. He asks questions, makes eye contact, listens attentively, personable and he genuinely cares for the patient! I trust him.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/25/2025

    Caring and interested in my well being

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/24/2025

    Dr Pappas is always involved in my health care and consistently is up to date with any changes concerning me. He takes a loving and genuine concern for my health and will ask for updated records from my other health providers.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/23/2025

    Dr. Pappas is easy to talk to making the doctor patient relationship more effective in caring for me. He listens and does not make you feel rushed.

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/23/2025

    Excellent Dr Pappas

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/18/2025

    Dr Pappas is an exceptional doctor. He is caring, willing to listen, and very thorough. He strongly encouraged me to get a MRA during which a cranial aneurysm was identified. I have a long list of friends and relatives that want to hug Dr Pappas for finding this "large" aneurysm and helping me pursue treatment!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/7/2025

    Dr Thomas Pappas is excellent

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/5/2025

    Very professional...outstanding provider..

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/2/2025

    Dr. Pappas is excellent and always calls with any test results as soon as they are available.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/31/2025

    We always walk away happy from visits wirh Dr Pappas

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/30/2025

    Dr Pappas is excellent!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/29/2025

    Dr Pappas is a smart, professional doctor. I was lucky to find him. I had an appt with my PCP the next day and Dr Pappa's notes were already sent to him.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/29/2025

    Dr. Pappas is a wonderful cardiologist, extremely thorough, accommodating, and a great listener. His warm and friendly demeanor help alleviate the stress That anyone with it a medical situation feels.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/23/2025

    Everyone I came in contact with was willing to help and care for me. 4. Had new ideas that worked.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/21/2025

    Always a good experience. I want my daughter & son in law to become patients. They both need his care now that they are in their 50's

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/19/2025

    I would definitely recommend this office to others.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/17/2025

    All very good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/16/2025

    Dr. Pappas is the best! He was still working at 10:30 pm on my echo test results and called me at home with results...

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/12/2025

    Dr. Pappas is very attentive to my descriptions regarding what is going on with me.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/11/2025

    Dr Pappas is the best

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/10/2025

    Dr Pappas is a caring knowledgeable professional who asked pertinent health questions

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/6/2025

    Dr Pappas is very thorough.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/3/2025

    I have nothing but good things to say about this office and doctors

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/2/2025

    Dr. Pappas is an excellent physician- Knowledgeable, professional, caring and understanding! I would highly recommend Dr. W. Pappas.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/2/2025

    Felt I was in very good hands!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/27/2025

    Very good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/24/2025

    I was referred to Dr. Thomas W. Pappas by my then attending physician Dr. [...] in 2015 and form that time , I became aware of how fortunate I was to have Dr. Pappas as my heart physician. He has always been very professional and knowledgeable. He TRULY cares and is concerned with my health & well being. Sometimes you come across a physician that you tolerate seeing, not so, with Dr. Pappas! He even calls me at night when there is an issue WOW!! [...] is very fortunate to have Dr. Pappas on their staff. [...] LOVE HIM! Speak of him often and also refer him to many of my friends. Thank you Dr. Pappas; take care God bless you! [...] Excellent.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/19/2025

    Dr. Pappas has been a very special person/dr on my life.