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Kariann Abbate

Kariann Abbate, MD

Heart Failure

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Highlights

Languages

  • English

About

VMG Provider

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Bio

I specialize in heart failure care at The Valley Hospital. For general cardiac concerns, I recommend consulting one of my esteemed colleagues at Valley Medical Group.


What are some of the specific conditions you treat?

Advanced heart failure,  pulmonary hypertension,  hypertrophic cardiomyopathy,  women’s heart issues.

What would you like patients to know about your approach to care?

When caring for patients with heart conditions, I use a holistic approach.  I look at each patient as an individual and target treatments to each patient's individual needs.

Describe some of your professional highlights.

I’m a member of the Outpatient Transitional Care team.  The Outpatient Transitional Care program helps facilitate the transition from hospital to home and strives to prevent hospital readmission for patients with heart failure.  I’ve also been involved in several clinical research trials.

Podcast Episodes

Title(s)

Director, Center for Comprehensive Heart Failure Care, The Valley Hospital; Associate Director, Cardiovascular Service Line, The Valley Hospital

Publications & Research

Publications

Conceptual Model for Heart Failure Disease Management
Canadian Journal of Cardiology
2014

Clinical Trials

PARAGON-HF

CardioMEMs post-approval study
A longitudinal registry study evaluating the outcomes in patients using the CardioMEMs system.

Conceptual Framework and Patient-Reported Outcomes (PRO) Strategy for Acute Decompensated
A longitudinal trial analyzing the perceptions and outcomes of patient with heart failure.

SECRET
A multicenter, randomized control trial evaluating the effects of tolvaptan vs. placebo in patients with acute decompensated heart failure.

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Locations

  1. VMG Heart Failure - Paramus
    • 140 East Ridgewood Avenue, Suite 720N, Paramus, NJ 07652
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Expertise

Education

  • Fellowship: Columbia - Presbyterian Medical Center, Advanced Heart Failure, 2014
  • Fellowship: Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Cardiovascular Diseases, 2013
  • Residency: Columbia - Presbyterian Medical Center, Internal Medicine, 2010
  • Doctor of Medicine: Thomas Jefferson Medical College, Medical Doctor, 2007
  • Master of Arts: University Of Scranton, MA, 1998
  • Bachelor of Science: University Of Scranton, BS, 1997

Ratings & Reviews

4.9 out of 5

165 ratings, 45 reviews

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    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/28/2026

    Excellent care provider physician

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/28/2026

    My appointment was very good. Every single person I interacted with was extremely pleasant and efficient. I feel very lucky that I have Dr. Abbate and her staff for my cardiologist.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/24/2026

    I am very fortunate to have Dr. Abbate as my doctor. She is knowledgeable caring and explains everything in detail. She makes you feel comfortable and confident about yourself. Medications were discussed and any issues I had were addressed . She is not an alarmist and most importantly after speaking with her you feel so much better.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/20/2026

    Dr. Abbate made me feel very comfortable, took time to explain the scan results & what's next going forward. Asked if I had any questions & answered all of them. Highly recommend Dr. Abbate

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/16/2026

    Dr Abbate was very caring & compassionate, she took extra time to thoroughly explain everything to me & my daughter during my visit

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/10/2026

    As always Dr Abbate is very professional and caring. Feeling so lucky to have her as my cardiologist.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/7/2026

    Dr. Abbate is simply the best of the best. I have never had a more caring, compassionate and attentive doctor. She listens to every word and never makes meter rushed or unheard.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/4/2026

    Highest praise possible for Dr Abbate. Exceptional.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/17/2026

    It was obvious that Dr Abbate really cared about me and my individual needs.

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/8/2026

    Good

  • No RatingReviewed on 1/7/2026

    [...] Her service exceptional.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/28/2025

    I feel very fortunate to be in Dr. Abbate's care

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/18/2025

    Dr Abbate always takes time to listen, asks relevant questions and is always very calm, friendly and reassuring. I never feel rushed.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/11/2025

    It's nice when the Doctor takes the time to talk to the Patient and explains everything in detail and plane english!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/3/2025

    Good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/25/2025

    The doctor and staff are great. [...]

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/21/2025

    She is one of the best doctors I interact with

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/31/2025

    Dr Abbate is friendly and listens attentively. Testing is thorough and diagnosis is accurate. Prescribing of medications is thoughtfulAnd appropriate to the need. Absolutely the best!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/27/2025

    Love my doctor. I have complete confidence in her decisions and recommendations.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/26/2025

    My Doctor was very informative and answered all my questions, she is just the best.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/16/2025

    I've always had a good experience with my doctor. I feel heard, understood and part of of the final care plan. I always appreciate that my doctor also is in alignment with my electrophysiologist.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/7/2025

    Excellent knowledge and care

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/6/2025

    Dr Abbate always addresses any of my concerns

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/1/2025

    Dr. Abbate LISTENS to me , when I speak- a wonderful characteristic not readily observed in most cases.

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/28/2025

    [...] The doctor was encouraging. This was my second visit with this doctor.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/22/2025

    Dr. Karianne Abbate is an excellent cardiologist!! She really helped me to understand my fairly newly diagnosed [...] and she had answers for all of my questions about [...] and criteria for different levels or types of [...]. She also gave me positive reinforcement and spoke in a calm measured manner. She's patient with me. She's also honest.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/17/2025

    Very good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/4/2025

    [...] She's kind, compassionate, easy to understand, and made me feel very comfortable.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/24/2025

    Dr Abbate is an absolute treasure. We (wife and I) will only see her. This is nothing against anyone else in the office, but her demeanor, bedside manner and professionalism give us great assuredness in the care we are being provided.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/18/2025

    Dr. Abbate is superior in every way - I couldn't be more confident in her. Best at listening of any doctor I know. Asks questions, thoroughly explains Issues, options, my status, etc. She is great at explaining things in an understandable way. Very open and flexible to changing or supplementing treatments and care. Spends all the time you need with her. Although my situation is fairly serious, I always leave there confident and reassured that I am getting the best care possible, and

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/11/2025

    Dr. Abbate is a top notch and caring doctor. She stands out among others.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/31/2025

    Very pleased with the way the doctor handling my situation and seemed very concerned about my health.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/24/2025

    Extremely pleased

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/19/2025

    Good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/13/2025

    Dr Abbate is really an excellent Doctor

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/13/2025

    Dr. Abbate It's very kind and caring and takes the time to listen. She answers all my questions. I have white coats syndrome and she's very understanding and compassionate about my nerves when I go to my visits. I would absolutely refer her to other friends and family.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/12/2025

    Dr. Abbate provides excellent care: courteous, professional, informative, intelligent, thorough, compassionate. She is prepared, knows my history, answers all my questions, and is genuinely attentive, patient, and responsive. I have the highest confidence in Dr. Abbate. Thank you.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/15/2025

    Dr Abbate is a class of her own. No better and compassionate provider

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/29/2025

    Excellent

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/20/2025

    Dr. Abbate is excellent, she is very thorough and compassionate, and include you in all discussions about your care.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/20/2025

    Dr Abbate was great and made me feel at ease

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/17/2025

    Dr Abbate is the absolute best!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/17/2025

    We love Dr. Abbate. She is so thorough and and professional she is the best

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/10/2025

    A wonderful Doctor. Very thorough explaining all issues. I would strongly recommend the Doctor

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/3/2025

    Love Dr. Abbate. Would highly recommend.