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Tulane University School of Medicine - Medical Education - 1985
Bio
John Willard, M.D., was born in Fredonia, Kan., and received his Bachelor of Science with honors in biology from Emporia State University in Kansas. He received his medical degree with honors from Tulane University in New Orleans, where he was a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha medical honor society. He completed training in internal medicine and cardiovascular disease at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas, with additional training in interventional cardiology.
He is board-certified in internal medicine and cardiovascular disease, with added qualifications in adult interventional cardiology. He is also a fellow of the American College of Cardiology.
Willard served on the faculty of the Cardiovascular Division at UT Southwestern for five years, and authored numerous research articles in the field of interventional cardiology. His clinical interests include management of chronic ischemic heart disease, congestive heart failure, valvular heart disease, maternal heart disease during pregnancy, and coronary and peripheral vascular percutaneous revascularization. He serves on the Texas Health Resources Board for Quality and Performance, the Board for Cardiovascular Services, and the Heart and Vascular Council. He and his wife have a combined family of six children. He enjoys cooking, photography and family time.
Accepted Insurance
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6 Degrees-Fort Worth Firefighters
Aetna Better Health Chip Medicaid
Aetna Better Health Star Plans Medicaid
Aetna Medicare Adv
Aetna TX HealthAetna
Ambetter-ACA/Marketplace
American Health Advantage
BCBS Blue Advantage HMO(ACA)
BCBS Blue Choice PPO
BCBS Blue Essentials (HMO Blue)
BCBS Blue Medicare Advantage HMO
BCBS Blue Medicare Advantage PPO
BCBS MyBlueHealth
Care N Care Medicare Adv
Cigna Commercial
Cigna Medicare Adv HMO
Cigna Medicare Adv PPO
Cook Childrens Medicaid
Coventry First Health
Galaxy
HealthFirst TPA-Ardent Health Services
HealthSmart
Humana ChoiceCare Commercial
Humana HMO PPO Medicare Adv
Medicare Railroad
Medicare Rest Of Texas
Medicare Tarrant
Molina Medicaid Chip
Molina Medicaid Star Plans
Molina Medicare Adv
PHCS Multiplan
ProCare Advantage Medicare HMO
QuickTrip
Self-pay
Superior Medicaid Chip Plans
Superior Medicaid Star Plans
Superior Medicare Adv/Wellcare by Allwell
Texas Independence Health Plan (TIHP)
Tricare Humana Military
TriWest (BCBS)
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UHC Commercial
USA Commercial PPO
WellCare Medicare HMO/PPO
WellPoint Medicaid(Formerly Amerigroup)
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Reviews
Rating Breakdown
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Question Breakdown
4.8
Rate provider 0-10
4.8
Recommend this provider office
4.8
Provider showed concern
4.8
Provider explained things clearly
4.8
Provider discussed treatment options
4.8
Provider included you in decisions
4.8
Ease of scheduling appointments
4.7
Ease of contacting
Patient Reviews
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Comments
4.8 out of 5 (155 Ratings, 46 Comments)
5.0
Jul 2024
Dr Willard has gotten me back to good health. He cares and listens. Excellent care. Thanks.
5.0
Jul 2024
Good
5.0
Jul 2024
Good
5.0
Jul 2024
Dr. Willard is a very compassionate and kind doctor. He listened to all my concerns and explained it in a way that I could understand.
4.9
Jul 2024
Everyone I was in contact with was courteous and professional.
4.9
Jul 2024
Again, everyone I was in contact with was courteous and professional.
5.0
Jun 2024
First time I had ever been to a cardiologist. He made me feel comfortable. He was very thorough in explaining everything.
5.0
Jun 2024
Staff went above and beyond in caring for me
4.6
Jun 2024
Dr. Willard is tops. Hopefully, he will serve as my cardio until I die or he retires.
4.6
Jun 2024
All good. Easy to access. Easy to process.
4.6
Jun 2024
Very good
5.0
Jun 2024
I was early for my appointment and they worked early, thanks!
5.0
Jun 2024
[...] Very good service from the staff.
5.0
Jun 2024
The nurses and doctors are always prepared and very informative and courteous. Best in the business! Thanks
5.0
Jun 2024
Excellent physician
5.0
Jun 2024
Excellent
5.0
Jun 2024
Overall a very pleasant experience, as always.
5.0
Jun 2024
Had a very good experience
5.0
Jun 2024
Very good
4.2
Jun 2024
Country music radio playing in the waiting room. Annoying DJ chatter and radio ads. Inappropriate atmosphere for a medical waiting room in my opinion.
5.0
May 2024
I loved this place
4.9
May 2024
Very Professional and listens well. Answered all questions and concerns.
4.9
May 2024
Staff helped make appointments and gave instructions to ease any concerns.
4.4
May 2024
No complaints a good operation procedure [...]
5.0
May 2024
Excellent
5.0
May 2024
Dr Willard and staff is the best!
4.9
May 2024
I was treated with courtesy, dignity, Informational, professionally.
4.9
May 2024
Good experience.
5.0
May 2024
Dr. Willard was very patient and understanding as I was very nervous. Explained carefully. He was reassuring.
5.0
May 2024
Dr. Willard is excellent.
5.0
May 2024
Smooth, pleasant experience.
5.0
May 2024
I love Dr Willard!!!!!
5.0
May 2024
Dr. Willard is the best. Most of all a Gentleman with Respect to treat patients. GOD bless him and his entire staff for a great appointment.
5.0
May 2024
Great staff.
5.0
May 2024
Everyone was very professional and showed concern and answered all our question.
5.0
May 2024
Very little wait time. Staff explained everything that will occur. Dr. Willard explained next steps and why.
5.0
May 2024
All good
4.9
Apr 2024
Very calming and reassuring manner.
5.0
Apr 2024
Answered all my questions!
5.0
Apr 2024
Helped me with my future appointments for testing at another facility
4.8
Apr 2024
Everything is good
4.8
Apr 2024
Good
1.6
Apr 2024
He has a bad bedside manner. He acts agitated when I ask him a question.