Dr. Alan Schimmel, M.D. was born and raised in New York. He attended Massachusetts Institute of Technology as an undergraduate and went on to receive his medical degree from Buffalo Medical School. Dr. Schimmel completed his residency as well as his cardiology fellowship at Stony Brook University. He then found his way to Jacksonville, FL where he has been in private practice for almost 30 years practicing clinical, diagnostic and interventional cardiology.
Dr. Alan Schimmel, M.D. was born and raised in New York. He attended Massachusetts Institute of Technology as an undergraduate and went on to receive his medical degree from Buffalo Medical School. Dr. Schimmel completed his residency as well as his cardiology fellowship at Stony Brook University. He then found his way to Jacksonville, FL where he has been in private practice for almost 30 years practicing clinical, diagnostic and interventional cardiology.
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Very attentive. Takes the time to listen too you. Very knowledgeable. Great doctor.
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(1 week ago)
Oct-2026
Dr. Shimmer is very patient and kind
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(1 week ago)
Oct-2026
Outstanding!
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(2 weeks ago)
Oct-2026
He makes your appointment with.him very easy goofing because he explains everything in detail
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(3 weeks ago)
Oct-2026
Great as usual
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(2 months ago)
Aug-2026
Finally, a doctor!! He is serious and NOT running a revolving door of patients for the money. The first thing I felt was complete trust! Thank you, Father!
Dr. Alan Schimmel, M.D. was born and raised in New York. He attended Massachusetts Institute of Technology as an undergraduate and went on to receive his medical degree from Buffalo Medical School. Dr. Schimmel completed his residency as well as his cardiology fellowship at Stony Brook University. He then found his way to Jacksonville, FL where he has been in private practice for almost 30 years practicing clinical, diagnostic and interventional cardiology. He was impressed with the level of dedication and compassion at First Coast Cardiovascular Institute and decided to join the team in January 2015.
In his free time, Dr. Schimmel enjoys time with his family. He shares two sons with his wife, Lisa. Scott, his oldest son, is currently employed in the finance field in New York City. Matthew, the youngest, followed his father’s path in medicine and is currently a medical resident at John Hopkins University.
Dr. Schimmel enjoys playing golf and will watch just about any sport. He plays bridge and has previously participated in national tournaments. In addition, Dr, Schimmel volunteers his time as an alumni admissions interviewer for his Alma Mater, Massachusetts Institute of Technology.
Board Certifications:
American Board of Internal Medicine – Cardiovascular Disease
Insurance Recognition:
Blue Cross Blue Shield | Blue Distinction
Cigna Star Rated
Other Recognitions:
Castle Connolly Top Doctors
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Very attentive. Takes the time to listen too you. Very knowledgeable. Great doctor.
Dr. Shimmer is very patient and kind
Outstanding!
He makes your appointment with.him very easy goofing because he explains everything in detail
Great as usual
Finally, a doctor!! He is serious and NOT running a revolving door of patients for the money. The first thing I felt was complete trust! Thank you, Father!
Patience with my father.
Very informative
Love my doc
Professional, Informative