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Ferraro-Borgida, Melissa Joy, MD, FACC

Title
Medical Director, Cardiology PC of HHC/HVI, Director of Cardio-Obstetrics for HHC HVI
Gender

Female

Language

English

Providing the best care to our patients and their companions requires communicating in a way everyone understands. Interpreter services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. All spoken languages are available, as well as American Sign Language (AS/L).

Specialties
Accepting New Patients
  • Cardiovascular Medicine
  • Echocardiography
  • Cardio-Obstetrics
  • Nuclear Cardiology
Areas of Expertise
Aortic Disease, Arrhythmia, Cardiac Problems in Pregnancy, Cardiomyopathy, Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), Coronary Artery Disease, Hyperlipidemia, Hypertension, Non-Invasive Cardiovascular Medicine, Valvular Heart Disease, Women's Heart Health

Hospitals and Organizations

  • Hartford HealthCare Medical Group
  • Hartford Hospital
  • Integrated Care Partners

Education

Undergraduate
Yale University

Medical School
University of Connecticut School of Medicine

Internship
University of Connecticut ‐ Internal Medicine

Residency
University of Connecticut

Fellowship
University of Connecticut/Hartford Hospital ‐ Cardiology

Reviews

Verified Patient Reviews

5 out of 5 stars

Dr Ferraro-Borgida always attentive, open to discussion, well informed, and inspires confidence. Excellent physician.

5 out of 5 stars

Dr Ferraro is the best

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Ferraro was great! She "heard" me and addressed my concerns in detail. Dr. Ferraro put me at ease as soon as she entered the exam room and I would definitely refer her.

5 out of 5 stars

Dr Ferraro is the best! Very caring and so understanding!

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Ferraro is a tremendous healthcare professional!

5 out of 5 stars

With Melissa I got the Best of Breed.

5 out of 5 stars

This was my first visit with Dr. Ferraro. She is kind, compassionate, thorough and professional. She shows true dedication to finding and solving the cause of problems, instead of treating the symptoms. She is a phenomenal physician.

5 out of 5 stars

Dr.Ferarro is the kindest doctor I have ever experienced. She listens, explains and is very knowledgeable in her field. I would highly recommend Dr. Ferraro for anyone that is in need of a cardiologist.

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Ferrarro is an excellent Cardiologist. She is always consistently caring, cheerful, thorough.Always answers any questions I may have. I have referred many of my friends to Dr. Ferraro and they have not been disappointe.

5 out of 5 stars

This initial baseline Cardiology appointment went very smoothly due to Dr. Ferraro-Borgita and her staff.

5 out of 5 stars

We have a fine rapport. I have every confidence that my heart health is in good hands with Dr Ferraro-Borgida.

5 out of 5 stars

I a so glad I went back to Dr Ferraro after such a long time. It was the first time I felt the doctor was helpful.

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Ferraro has consistently been informative, helpful and is very prompt in responding to any concerns or questions either presented in person or through the MyChart portal.

5 out of 5 stars

Dr.Ferrero Bodega was very thorough

5 out of 5 stars

Dr Ferraro is an Excellent Doctor she is direct, thorough, knowledgeable, professional and personable.

5 out of 5 stars

She is an excellent physician who shows real concern for the health and wellbeing of her patients

5 out of 5 stars

I have recommended Dr Ferraro to many of my friends and neighbors.

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Ferraro-Borgida is at the top of her field and it shows. We have complete confidence in her expertise. She is also quite warm and compassionate. Great listener.

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Borgida is amazing and I am blessed to have her as a health care provider

5 out of 5 stars

She was interested and honest with me

5 out of 5 stars

Good visit. Dr is very easy to talk to and understand

4 out of 5 stars

Care provider appeared rushed and stressed. Would have liked the care provider to spend more time during my visit to fully understand my issue. My experience during this visit was very different compared to prior visits.

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Ferraro is awesome

4 out of 5 stars

Attention and concern about existing condition.

Other Reviews from Around the Web

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Melissa is smart , knowledgeable and kind. She is on her game on multiple levels . She is quick to respond to any correspondence . Most importantly, she cares about her patients.

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Melissa Ferraro-Borgida is an awesome physician. She gives me the time I need and the opportunity to ask questions and thoughtful answers that I understand. She has a wonderful bedside manner. I can't say enough positive about her and the practice staff at every level. I go to the Hartford office. They are all terrific.

5 out of 5 stars

Always a great experience. I would highly recommend Dr. Ferraro-Borgida and her staff to any one seeking a first class Cardiologist.

5 out of 5 stars

Tentative and caring for your concerns and takes the time to explain things to you in terms you can understand. The staff is very accommodating as well.

5 out of 5 stars

The office staff was very helpful and pleasant to speak with. And Dr Ferraro-Borgida was focused on my needs and issues.

5 out of 5 stars

Listens, asks questions, answers questions and makes me feel as comfortable as a person can be at cardiologists' office. She is wonderful!

5 out of 5 stars

I was highly recommended to Dr. Ferraro-Borgida due to how thorough she is and personable and professional as well. I had been going to my regular doctor for several months, but my issue is beyond their scope; I needed a specialist. It was the best decision; a weight has been lifted off of my shoulders. I'm truly grateful for the recommendation!

5 out of 5 stars

Dr Ferraro and is tops in her field and kind and caring. I’ve known her for over 30 years and she’s always been the best . Recommend Ed her numerous times to friends

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Ferraro-Borgida is the Best . She cares about her patients .

5 out of 5 stars

She is so thorough. Never feel rushed. Answers all questions and if I do not understand she will kindly go over the information. Caring, thoughtful and all around an excellent Doctor.

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Ferraro is amazing. Very professional and incredibly knowledgeable, as well as personable. She listens and takes the time to explain any issues. I highly recommend her.

Bio

Dr. Ferraro-Borgida has been practicing non-invasive cardiology with Cardiology, PC of Hartford since 1999. She has a special interest in cardiac problems in pregnancy. In addition to her role as Medical Director of Cardiology PC, Hartford HealthCare Heart & Vascular Institute, Hartford HealthCare Medical Group, she is the Director of Cardio-Obstetrics for Hartford HealthCare’s Heart and Vascular Institute and a member of the Women’s Heart & Wellness Program.

Dr. Ferraro-Borgida's additional accreditation's:

Diplomate American Board of Cardiovascular Disease, Diplomate National Board of Echocardiography, Diplomate American Board of Nuclear Cardiology

Insurance

Aetna, Anthem, Cigna Healthcare, Colonial Cooperative Care, Community Health Network of Connecticut, Inc., Connecticare, First Health Group Corp., Health New England, Multiplan, Northeast Health Direct, Oxford Health Plans, United Healthcare, BCBS Medicare, Connecticare Commercial, Connecticare Medicare, Corvel, Coventry, Essence Healthcare, Evercare, Focus, Health Connecticut, Health Direct, Healthy Connecticut, Prime Health Services, Private Health Care Systems, Inc., Senior Whole Health, WellCare of Connecticut, Inc., One Health Plan/ Great-West Healthcare, CarePartners of Connecticut

This information is subject to change at any time. Please check with your insurance provider before scheduling your appointment or receiving services to confirm they are a participating member of the Hartford HealthCare network.

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