Dr. Scott Purga grew up in Schenectady. He graduated Summa Cum Laude from Boston University, College of Arts and Science with dual major in Medical Science and Psychology. While at Boston University, he was enrolled in the seven-year accelerated medical program, was a recipient of the Distinguished Sophomore Award (given to the Top 40 students of the class year), and honored by Phi Beta Kappa.
Dr. Scott Purga grew up in Schenectady. He graduated Summa Cum Laude from Boston University, College of Arts and Science with dual major in Medical Science and Psychology. While at Boston University, he was enrolled in the seven-year accelerated medical program, was a recipient of the Distinguished Sophomore Award (given to the Top 40 students of the class year), and honored by Phi Beta Kappa.
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Excellent consultation! Professional, thorough, answered my questions and concerns, and provided a course of action. Felt like he cared and gave me the time i needed. Wouldn’t mind at all if he was my usual cardiologist!
(5 days ago)
Nov-2025
Dr Purga is a wonderful cardiologist. Very professional, courteous. Explains everything and is very prompt with appts. Highly recommend
(1 week ago)
Nov-2025
Dr Purga is amazing! Really on top of keeping my pump running smooth! I highly recommend him!
(1 week ago)
Nov-2025
A 4 or 5 minute visit to the cardiologist.It's not enough time to do a thorough exam. I believe it's not his policy , but that of the practice.
(1 week ago)
Nov-2025
Listens, friendly, informative - need I say more?
(1 week ago)
Nov-2025
Encourages questions and answers them in simple terms but will provide additional details when you ask. By far my favorite health care provider.
(1 week ago)
Nov-2025
I feel very comfortable
(1 week ago)
Nov-2025
Excellent , took the time to talk and explain .
(2 weeks ago)
Nov-2025
Very personable, listens to concerns, get back very quickly with results. I appreciate education on heart issues. Thank you. Dr. Purga
(2 weeks ago)
Nov-2025
Always very thorough! Answers all my questions and eliminates my concerns. Highly recommended cardiologist!
(3 weeks ago)
Nov-2025
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Albany
7 Southwoods Boulevard Albany, NY 12211
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2200 Burdett Ave. Troy, NY 12180
Dr. Scott Purga grew up in Schenectady. He graduated Summa Cum Laude from Boston University, College of Arts and Science with dual major in Medical Science and Psychology. While at Boston University, he was enrolled in the seven-year accelerated medical program, was a recipient of the Distinguished Sophomore Award (given to the Top 40 students of the class year), and honored by Phi Beta Kappa. He received his medical degree from Boston University School of Medicine, where he was a recipient of the Anthony L.F. Gorman Prize in Physiology and honored Alpha Omega Alpha. While at Boston University, Dr. Purga was an Introduction to Clinical Medical Instructor. Dr. Purga’s post graduate training was at New York Presbyterian Hospital / Weill Cornell Medical Center with a residency in Internal Medicine. He subsequently completed a fellowship in Cardiovascular Disease at Albany Medical Center.
After his post-graduate training, Dr. Purga joined Capital Cardiology Associates in the summer of 2019. He is a member of the American Medical Association, a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology, and a Fellow of the American Society of Echocardiography. He has published research in peer-reviewed journals in the fields of preventative cardiology, pulmonary hypertension, and congestive heart failure. Dr. Purga was awarded the Theodore L. Biddle, MD Endowed Prize in Cardiology, for “Representing the Caring, Humanistic and Sensitive Approach to Patient Care and Patient Advocacy” by Albany Medical Center in 2019. Dr. Purga is the medical director of laboratory services at Capital Cardiology, and the Division Chief of Non-invasive Cardiology at Samaritan Hospital. He has special interests in cardiovascular imaging and cardio-oncology.
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Excellent consultation! Professional, thorough, answered my questions and concerns, and provided a course of action. Felt like he cared and gave me the time i needed. Wouldn’t mind at all if he was my usual cardiologist!
Dr Purga is a wonderful cardiologist. Very professional, courteous. Explains everything and is very prompt with appts. Highly recommend
Dr Purga is amazing! Really on top of keeping my pump running smooth! I highly recommend him!
A 4 or 5 minute visit to the cardiologist.It's not enough time to do a thorough exam. I believe it's not his policy , but that of the practice.
Listens, friendly, informative - need I say more?
Encourages questions and answers them in simple terms but will provide additional details when you ask. By far my favorite health care provider.
I feel very comfortable
Excellent , took the time to talk and explain .
Very personable, listens to concerns, get back very quickly with results. I appreciate education on heart issues. Thank you. Dr. Purga
Always very thorough! Answers all my questions and eliminates my concerns. Highly recommended cardiologist!