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About John Cava MD
Dr. Cava graduated cum laude at New York University before completing his medical degree at the University of Medicine and Dentistry in Newark, N.J., with Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Society honors. He completed his residency in Internal Medicine at New England Medical Center and a fellowship in Cardiology at Deaconess Hospital in Boston, via Harvard Medical School.
Formerly an interventional cardiologist, Dr. Cava has expertise in the areas of Nuclear Cardiology, Vascular medicine and Lipidology.
Dr. Cava is a fellow of the American College of Cardiology.
He is a clinical instructor or medicine at Brown University’s Warren Alpert Medical School.
Locations
1076 North Main Street, 2nd Floor
Providence, RI
02904
Providence, RI
02904
Insurance
Southcoast Health accepts most major insurance plans. Call the Southcoast Health patient registration department at 844-297-2952 or your health plan with any questions regarding coverage.
Ratings & Reviews
At Southcoast Health, we strive to deliver exceptional patient care along with an exceptional patient experience. We appreciate all of your feedback and share your comments to recognize the wonderful care our teams provide to you as well as identify areas for improvement.
Patient Comments (145)
Prompt I hate sitting in a waiting room for hours very informative down to earth guy always very happy with our conversations
Dr. Cava explains test results in a way that is easy to understand.
The staff at the office is very kind and my doctor explains things clearly. I love dr Cava..he's the best.
Dr. Cava and the whole staff made me feel secure in knowing my health.
The support staff were nice. It seemed like they have a great work environment, and are happy to be there. Lots of smiles. The doctor was prompt and informative.
Dr. Cava went above and beyond explaining both my conditions and how cardiac care has been changing in recent years. His assistant was courteous and professional. Most welcome was the punctuality of the appointment, rarely experienced with my primary-care providers.
Doctor Cava is a doctor who cares and don't rush you out with questions and concerns when need it. His assistant is a wonderful professional nurse.
Everything, receptionist, nurse, doctor. All of them GREAT!!
Dr. Cava is kind and supportive. He makes suggestions and praises achievements. I'm lucky to be his patient
I always receive excellent service.
Everything went very smoothly and efficiently.
Paid attention to my needs
Always impeccable on time!!! Thorough, knowledgeable and always willing to answer questions! Dr. Cava showed me past results and went over everything with me! He is great cardiologist!!
Always great service. Thanks
Dr Cava and the whole staff is very professional!!
It was my first visit and I came away comfortable with this provider.
I always have a good experience when I go to this office. The staff is always kind and friendly. Dr Cava is always very informative about my case. I'm very happy to be in such knowledgeable hands.
I have no complaints whatsoever with the way I've been treated since I started coming here to see Dr Cava. I've never waited long to be seen. Dr Cava is detail oriented with everything related to my condition and after my appointments I leave knowing the good and the bad and what I need to work on to improve my condition.
Everything went very well everyone was nice no complaints
Care very well explained. Questions were answered. Wonderful staff.
The office visit was right on time. The pre-examination was thorough and courteous and the final examination was just as good.Couldn't asked for anything more.
Staff is always pleasant and helpful. Doctor explained to me about my test results and what they mean. I always feel great when I leave.
Appointment was on time. Everyone was courteous
Dr. Cava always explains the various diagnostics. He is very easy to talk to and answers any questions I might have.
Everything was done with professionalism and care thank you
Dr. John Cava was very knowledgeable & explained the diagnosis from my scan. Also, he asked about my family history in relationship to the coronary artery disease.
Staff is very pleasant and helps one to feel comfortable and relaxed. Very short wait to be seen. Doctor talks about test results and how to improve health through exercise and loosing weight,
Not a long wait time which was great. Dr has always been very thorough at explaining his self.
Thorough, listened to me, asked pertinent questions, explained everything clearly, friendly, etc etc etc. Very good experience.
I was given my heart monitor data through a video of my heart pumping my blood. Dr. Cava explained each video of my heart. He also gave me results of my carotid artery. He explained everything for me to understand easily.
I was there on time and promptly seen Dr. Cava was excellent in explaining my situation and listening to my concerns. It was an excellent visit.
everything great
Efficient appointment and listening to my issues, testing and going over my results was very reassured by my doctors professional knowledge.
On time, professional, friendly, knowledgeable health care. Excellent health care facility.
I received excellent and respectful care. Dr. Cava was very clear with me about my heart condition; I hope to have all the necessary tests he ordered very soon, so I can be completely sure about my cardiovascular health.
Dr. Cavau00A0is one of the best doctors I've encountered in 40 years.
It's always a pleasure, professional services from the moment I stepped in the office prom and cordial
very accommodating to my special needs
This team is awesome.
Explained the difference between cholesterol related placque and calcium build up.
You did well as far as I am concerned and don't see any need for improvements.
My visits with Dr Cava, and everyone in this practice, was and has always been punctual, friendly, informative, and honest. Dr Cava always explains everything in a way that I can understand. He is a wonderful doctor. Thanks!
Everything is great and I am happy with the results
The staff is always friendly and professional. Dr. Cava always takes the time to go over my test results with me.
Dr Cava is excellent. He is very caring, professional, he listens to everything and responds accordingly in a manner that is easy to understand. The team in the office is great as well!
Entire appointment was a very good experience—- Dr.Cava has taken very good care of me for over —10- years.
Keep doing what you are doing and never forget to appreciate the people that are doing it. They are the forefront of Southcoast Health. Thank you!
Nothing to improve, why mess with excellence.
Kind good listening skills, know what they are doing.
Dr Cava is the BEST in taking care of my heart health!
I have no complaints. The staff is qualified and attentive.
Been seeing Dr. Cava for years. No complaints.
We were never advised to arrive at our appointment ten minutes prior to our appointment time. We were one minute late and therefore had to wait about twenty minutes before we actually saw the doctor. Now we know so this doesn't happen again.
Dr Cava was awesome as well as the entire staff
They are always friendly and on time. I had a few questions that the Dr had no problem answering for me
My family has been seeing Dr Cava for many years. Mom and dad loved him and he was always very thorough with them. After they passed due to heart disease I started seeing him. It's nice to have a Dr that knows my family history. Everyone from the front desk to scheduling and the PA are always friendly and helpful. I have recommended Dr Cava to many friends and family.
I went into the office and within 5 minutes I was called to be seen. The medical assistant was kind and knowledgeable. She did an EKG and within minutes the doctor came in. He is always up to dare with all my tests and I appreciate the way he explains the problems and treatment. I am highly satisfied with the care I get in this office.
As always, Dr. Cava and his team were professional, patient, and very helpful. Dr. Cava always explains things in an easy-to-follow understandable manner, including updates on new medications for possible treatment of my Cardiac Amyloidosis. He knows my history and always takes time to go over everything I need to continue to stay as healthy as I can be.
From the friendly and helpful staff to the care, compassion and understanding of our medical issues, Dr. Cava is the best.
Thank you.
Visit with doctor went very well. Doctor was good in answering my questions as well as explaining how certain aspects relating to my heart worked.
On time, thorough, sensitive to my needs.
Saw me in a timely manner, everyone was polite and informative and courteous.
satisfactory in general
Staff was very responsive to questions and helpful with concerns. Doctor Cava explained everything well and has a great bedside manner.
No complaints Dr cava ia awesome staff is courteous and always works with my schedule to make it work..
Dr. Cava was very courteous with my wife and me. He went over things to do like excersise, eat properly, and reduce salt intake. He also gave next steps he'll being do me. It was a good appointment.
Dr. Cava explained what he was pleased with and what.he felt I could improve upon.
very professional. Appointments are always on time - unlike another provider (not at southcoast) where I waited more than an hour. This is much appreciated AND VALUED!!!!
Everything went well and the doctor was very pleased with me.
The entire staff is pleasant, helpful every time I've been there
Dr. Cava explained everything very good to me. I was able to understand everything he said.the experience was very good.
Friendly and professional staff with efficient service
Very organized and efficient and explains labs and tests to me. Office help are very personable and prompt.
Everyone was polite, knowledgeable, accommodating and on time. I was thoroughly briefed by Dr. Cava on my current condition and felt that under his care over the past several years there has been a remarkable change in my overall health condition.
I appreciate the courtesy of personal and doctor.
You were on time. Thank you
No rush and genuine interest in my health issues. Explained things very well.
Doctor was rushed during visit and seemed dismissive of patient concerns.
I was referred to Dr Cava from my PCP due to family history of heart disease.My appointment with him was informative and helpful.He listened to my concerns and then provided some additional guidance to improve my outcomes.He suggested a test to see my risks, explained the cost, and the appointment was booked shortly after the referral.Very enjoyable meeting him and the office staff.
John Cava seems to be a very serious health provider. He was thorough and went through all the areas of my heart health (scrolling through the computer). He always answers my question. I've had many tests at this facility. I feel that I'm in good hands.
It would be good if they had staff who spoke Spanish, but the people there are very friendly, thank you.
I was seeing about five minutes after I got there, Dr. Cava explain everything in detail so I understood what he was talking about. Visit was perfect. No improvement needed.
All is well
Friendly environment.
Doctor and staff were kind, helpful, knowledgeable and listened well. Thank you & Highly recommend!
All staff members polite and friendly. More than pleased with my experience.
Great services
Dr and office were excellent. I showed concern about have the stress test. One of the office ladies showed me the room and equipment used for the test. It very made me comfortable.
Dr. Cava and his staff are always kind, patient and competent. When discussing my medical information, Dr. Cava is always calm, answers all my questions in a respectful manner and explains them in a way that I can comprehend.
Dr Cava and staff are the best!
Entirely satisfied with Dr Cava's great knowledge about my condition and his explanations to me about my condition. The entire staff is the best and helped me with all my needs and questions.
My life was saved under Dr. Cava's tender care. He is the best heart doctor in the world because he really cares about his patients.
The doctor was very attentive and informed about my health history. Not rushed and took the time to listen.
The lady that checked me in and took my blood pressure was outstanding and did her best to put me at ease. The doctor was wonderful and let me know what needed to be done and were I stand
The visit went very smoothly. Everything went well and I'm happy with the results I got from the doctor.
Yes, everything went well with the doctor and the nurse and I'm very satisfied with my visit and my caring for my health and I appreciate their kindness all the time. Thank you very much.
Dr Cava was well informed & explained everything in clear language& answered all my questions
Explained may test results and what I could do improve my health even though I'm on track
Nothing to improve, doctor and staff are fantastic.
From the receptionist to the physician, great!!
Dr Carva and staff are very polite and very knowledgeable
This office runs quite seamless and every regard. Dr. Cava is an excellent physician who is very compassionate about quality care.
This is a well run office and the doctor was very professional.
Professional caring knowledgeable
Everyone in the office was helpful, friendly, and professional.
It was a great experience. The staff and the doctor were very efficient and answered all my questions.
Dr. Cava deserves the highest praise for his competency, accessibility and for always taking the time to answer every question and to explain the results of the examination and tests. In terms of the care he provides to his patients I can truly say that in my long experience as a patient he is without peer in the medical profession!
On time and busy whole visit. Excellent and courteous staff. No improvements come to mind. I literally trust them with my life!
Great staff, & Dr Cava is very thorough All good. Enjoy the Holidays!
My experience at this office has always been excellent.
I always receive excellent service every time.
Dr Cava answers all questions cares about his patient
Dr. CAVA and staff have always been great to me.I'm so grateful for having Dr Cava as my cardiologist
Appointment ASAP. Less than 5 minute wait.Office staff very helpful and personable. After ekg, doctor came right in to examining room. Dr. came in smiling and asking how I was feeling. Explained situation and went over the tests to be given. Made sure I understood. Felt like he was on my side.
Great visit beginning to end!
It was a good visit. I can't think of anything that would have improved it.
Excellent care and explanation of my tests
Dr. Cava always explains things in an easy to understand manner. The staff there is always friendly and courteous.
The doctor always listens to me when I talk to him, made several suggestions about walking and exercise, asked me if I did some, told me how important it was. I am very pleased with my care. Thank you.
Everything went very well. There was some confusion regarding the time for my next appointment, but I was able to get that cleared up very quickly and easily.
Patient was listened to. Explanations and goals were clear and understandable. Patient's concerns were addressed to patient's satisfaction.
Dr. Cava is excellent. He is knowledgeable on my health issues, provides clear durection and gives goals. For example, I have a new goal to work with weights 1.5 hours per week to improve muscle which will help my hearth.I am very grateful he us my cardiologist
Always Professional and Courteous. Thank You
I was seen on time. Everyone was pleasant. All questions were answered and explained in an understanding way.
Listened to our concerns and did not rush the visit.
Dr. Cava is an excellent doctor and nice person so also the member of your office staff nice and pleasant thank you for taking care of my health I wish you have excellent physicians or internest like the the cardiology department thank you again for your service.
Timely appt. Friendly, personable and knowledgeable nurse taking vitals etc. Dr. Cava was clear in explaining why recommended tests would be useful. He reviewed my previous test results and answered my questions.
Very courteous & knowledgeable
Great nurse and the receptionist is fantastic and doctor Cava is knowledgeable and caring.
Excellent cardiologist and staff. No complaints.
Dr Cava is a smart man and I feel comfortable after I leave his office. He takes care of everything.
It is what i expected as a new patient. I do like the doctor I saw.
Very professional and interested.
great team working well with each other. listens and always polite.
Informed me prompt , and timely throughout process .
Dr. Cava is extremely knowledgeable and explains everything in a way that I can understand. He is an excellent caregiver and i have complete confidence in him.The staff are all very caring and personable.
Everyone was very courteous and helpful.
Entirely satisfied with all aspects of this visit with Dr Cava and the entire staff
Never a problem when I see Dr. Cava. Have been seeing him for years. Staff is always pleasant.
Friendly staff
Perfect already
Good doctors office
Staff was very friendly and efficient.And I appreciated not having to wait for doctor!
Timely, professional, and most important caring.