Medical Expertise of Dr. Joseph Sarnelle, MD
Dr. Sarnelle specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of defects and diseases of the heart, major blood vessels, and related organs.
About Dr. Joseph Sarnelle, MD
Joseph Sarnelle, MD is a board-certified New Jersey cardiologist providing care to patients in the Middletown and Hazlet area.
Dr. Sarnelle is Board Certified in Internal Medicine and Cardiology and he has special training in Geriatrics and Nuclear Cardiology.
Dr. Sarnelle served as the Chief of the Cardiology Department at Riverview Medical Center and as the Director of Medicine and the Director of Cardiology at Bayshore Hospital.
Dr. Sarnelle is Board Certified in Internal Medicine and Cardiology and he has special training in Geriatrics and Nuclear Cardiology.
Dr. Sarnelle served as the Chief of the Cardiology Department at Riverview Medical Center and as the Director of Medicine and the Director of Cardiology at Bayshore Hospital.
Patient Education Resources
I have atrial fibrillation. Why did my doctor prescribe anticoagulants?
Atrial fibrillation (AFib) is a type of arrhythmia, or irregular heart rhythm, that can increase the risk of blood clots forming in the heart. These clots can then travel to other parts of the body, s...
Atrial fibrillation (AFib) is a type of arrhythmia, or irregular heart rhythm, that can increase the risk of blood clots forming in the heart. These clots can then travel to other parts of the body, s...
I have high cholesterol. When should I consider starting a statin?
High cholesterol is a major risk factor for heart disease and stroke. Your healthcare provider will consider several factors when deciding whether or not to prescribe a statin to lower your cholestero...
High cholesterol is a major risk factor for heart disease and stroke. Your healthcare provider will consider several factors when deciding whether or not to prescribe a statin to lower your cholestero...
What are the risks for an adult with atrial septal defect?
Atrial septal defect (ASD) is a congenital heart defect in which there is a hole in the wall (septum) that separates the two upper chambers of the heart (the atria). In adults, the risks associated wi...
Atrial septal defect (ASD) is a congenital heart defect in which there is a hole in the wall (septum) that separates the two upper chambers of the heart (the atria). In adults, the risks associated wi...
Education & Training
Dr. Sarnelle is a graduate of the Autonomas University of Guadalajara, Mexico. He then completes his medical residency and cardiology Fellowship training at The Long Island College Hospital in Brooklyn, New York.
A veteran of Operation Desert Shield / Desert Storm, where he served with the United States Army Medical Corps, Dr. Sarnelle was awarded the US Army Commendation Medal. He was honorably discharged with the rank of Lieutenant Colonel.
A veteran of Operation Desert Shield / Desert Storm, where he served with the United States Army Medical Corps, Dr. Sarnelle was awarded the US Army Commendation Medal. He was honorably discharged with the rank of Lieutenant Colonel.