Dr. Rafael Papaleo, M.D. holds a Bachelor of Science degree in biology from the Interamerican University in San Juan, Puerto Rico and completed Medical School at San Juan Bautista School of Medicine in 1991. He finished his Internal Medicine Residency in 1995 at Crozer Chester Medical Center and Hahnemann University in Philadelphia, PA. Dr. Papaleo completed his Cardiology Fellowship at Albany Medical Center Hospital in 1999. He completed an additional Fellowship in Invasive Cardiology at Albany Medical Center Hospital 2000 where he performed more than 2,500 cardiac catheterizations.
Dr. Rafael Papaleo, M.D. holds a Bachelor of Science degree in biology from the Interamerican University in San Juan, Puerto Rico and completed Medical School at San Juan Bautista School of Medicine in 1991. He finished his Internal Medicine Residency in 1995 at Crozer Chester Medical Center and Hahnemann University in Philadelphia, PA. Dr. Papaleo completed his Cardiology Fellowship at Albany Medical Center Hospital in 1999. He completed an additional Fellowship in Invasive Cardiology at Albany Medical Center Hospital 2000 where he performed more than 2,500 cardiac catheterizations.
The reviews listed below were collected independently of Capital Cardiology Associates through rater8. Each review represents an authentic and verified patient experience.
He listens and cares and is honest with me!
(1 week ago)
May-2026
too fast. not enough time for more questions
(2 weeks ago)
May-2026
This was my time meeting Dr. Papaleo.
I liked how he initiated a fresh start to evaluating my medical care. Thank you!
(2 weeks ago)
May-2026
Dr. Papaleo is clear in his explanations and he answers all questions easily. He made me feel very comfortable about my upcoming aorta procedure. I feel fortunate to have him as my cardiologist.
(1 month ago)
May-2026
He was friendly enough, professional. The visit was very fast.
(1 month ago)
May-2026
He’s an excellent doctor
(1 month ago)
May-2026
Very pleasant , always explains in detail if there is a problem
(1 month ago)
May-2026
Another great visit with DR Papaleo.
(1 month ago)
May-2026
Always a pleasant encounter; quick but thorough.
(1 month ago)
May-2026
Very personable and professional.
(1 month ago)
May-2026
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Albany
7 Southwoods Boulevard Albany, NY 12211
Troy
2200 Burdett Ave. Troy, NY 12180
Dr. Rafael Papaleo, M.D. holds a Bachelor of Science degree in biology from the Interamerican University in San Juan, Puerto Rico and completed Medical School at San Juan Bautista School of Medicine in 1991. He finished his Internal Medicine Residency in 1995 at Crozer Chester Medical Center and Hahnemann University in Philadelphia, PA. Dr. Papaleo completed his Cardiology Fellowship at Albany Medical Center Hospital in 1999. He completed an additional Fellowship in Invasive Cardiology at Albany Medical Center Hospital 2000 where he performed more than 2,500 cardiac catheterizations.
Dr. Papaleo is on staff at St. Peter’s Hospital, Albany Memorial Hospital in Albany, NY and St. Mary’s Hospital and Samaritan Hospital in Troy, NY. He is currently Medical Director of the Rensselaer Region Heart Institute, Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory Services.
Dr. Papaleo’s cardiology specialties include general cardiovascular disease, invasive cardiology including diagnostic angiograms and coronary interventions.
Specialties: General Cardiovascular Disease, Invasive Coronary Interventions Hospital Affiliations: Albany Medical Center, Albany Memorial Hospital, Glens Falls Hospital, Samaritan Hospital, Seton Health, St. Peter’s Hospital Faculty: St. Peter’s Hospital, Albany Memorial Hospital, St. Mary’s Hospital, Samaritan Hospital Medical Degree: San Juan Bautista School of Medicine, San Juan, Puerto Rico Fellowship: Albany Medical Center Hospital
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He listens and cares and is honest with me!
too fast. not enough time for more questions
This was my time meeting Dr. Papaleo. I liked how he initiated a fresh start to evaluating my medical care. Thank you!
Dr. Papaleo is clear in his explanations and he answers all questions easily. He made me feel very comfortable about my upcoming aorta procedure. I feel fortunate to have him as my cardiologist.
He was friendly enough, professional. The visit was very fast.
He’s an excellent doctor
Very pleasant , always explains in detail if there is a problem
Another great visit with DR Papaleo.
Always a pleasant encounter; quick but thorough.
Very personable and professional.