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.
I was in & out of my appt before my scheduled appt even began!! Dr. Papaleo was very prepared, as always! ni
(1 week ago)
Apr-2026
Dr Papaleo is very thorough. He explains everything in a professional but understanding manner. One of my best drs.
(2 weeks ago)
Apr-2026
Very thank full after I visit him !
(3 weeks ago)
Apr-2026
happy with Dr. Rafael Popolao get you in and out and answers all your questions and concerns.
(1 month ago)
Mar-2026
Professional, on time, thorough, and reassuring.
(1 month ago)
Mar-2026
Very good. Listens.
(1 month ago)
Mar-2026
It took 2 months to get in and it was mainly because they kept playing with my appointment. When I finally got in, I came in to discuss the heart palpitations I've been having. They did an EKG that showed I was normal. Doctor didn't see a reason to move forward with a monitor and I got charged $180 for the privilege. Also, the 30min for 1st time appointment rule is dumb. Either have your staff get on the Trinity health system or have the hospital get more staff.
(1 month ago)
Mar-2026
I’m very happy👍
(1 month ago)
Mar-2026
Absolutely Amazing!
(1 month ago)
Mar-2026
Not conversational. Not inquisitive why I was changing cardiac doctor, not inquisitive as to what my primary issues were in my own mind.
(1 month ago)
Feb-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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I was in & out of my appt before my scheduled appt even began!! Dr. Papaleo was very prepared, as always! ni
Dr Papaleo is very thorough. He explains everything in a professional but understanding manner. One of my best drs.
Very thank full after I visit him !
happy with Dr. Rafael Popolao get you in and out and answers all your questions and concerns.
Professional, on time, thorough, and reassuring.
Very good. Listens.
It took 2 months to get in and it was mainly because they kept playing with my appointment. When I finally got in, I came in to discuss the heart palpitations I've been having. They did an EKG that showed I was normal. Doctor didn't see a reason to move forward with a monitor and I got charged $180 for the privilege. Also, the 30min for 1st time appointment rule is dumb. Either have your staff get on the Trinity health system or have the hospital get more staff.
I’m very happy👍
Absolutely Amazing!
Not conversational. Not inquisitive why I was changing cardiac doctor, not inquisitive as to what my primary issues were in my own mind.