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Decena, Katharine T., MD, FACC

Language

English, Filipino

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 – Board Certified
Areas of Expertise
Coronary Artery Disease, Heart Failure, Non-Invasive Cardiovascular Medicine

Hospitals and Organizations

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

Education

Medical School
University of Santo Tomas (Manila, Philippines)

Internship
University of Connecticut School of Medicine

Residency
University of Connecticut School of Medicine

Fellowship
University of Connecticut School of Medicine

Reviews

Verified Patient Reviews

5 out of 5 stars

Dr Decena is terrific. Very reassuring

5 out of 5 stars

Very satisfied with everyone I see and yes I would recommend other people

5 out of 5 stars

Excellent Physician. Knows her stuff.

5 out of 5 stars

I seen Dr Decena. She is excellent, very caring and concerned. I like her very much.

5 out of 5 stars

Definitely would recommend. She was recommended to me and I'm very happy

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Decena was very nice and she explained all the result of my tests and condition.

5 out of 5 stars

Dr Decena provides excellent communication and care.

5 out of 5 stars

Outstanding. Doctor was patient and indulged my many questions. Showed genuine concern. Very pleased.

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Decena after reviewing my information said she didn't see a need for me to continue scheduling future appointments.If however, I have anything to be checked advised me to call.

5 out of 5 stars

My care giver understands my positions even when she disagrees with my decisions. She shows me respect but also warns me of the possible consequences in a firm, polite way.

5 out of 5 stars

Excellent as always!

5 out of 5 stars

They treat him like family.

5 out of 5 stars

Very easy to talk to.

4 out of 5 stars

Only because I don't go around recommending a cardiologist

5 out of 5 stars

Dr Decena is very engaging, knowledgeable and shows she cares

5 out of 5 stars

Dr was very attentive and complimented me on my status

5 out of 5 stars

I do recommend Dr. Decena to other friends.

5 out of 5 stars

Made patient feel comfortable and welcome.

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Decena is a very good doctor. She listens and helps with all questions -

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Decena is great... takes her time and I don't feel like just a name on her list of patients.

5 out of 5 stars

Many Thanks to all the health care workers.

5 out of 5 stars

I switched my care to Dr Decena from Dr Kegel. She as well as her office is very efficient and caring. Unlike Dr Kegel's office.

5 out of 5 stars

Excellent care by all medical personnel especially my Dr.Decena.

Other Reviews from Around the Web

1 out of 5 stars

At first she was really nice and seemed like she knew what she was doing but that's what they usually do at first. I needed my medication changed as I was having side effects, and she was very rude and snapped at me asking what do you recommend for medication?! I was like, I don't know I'm not the doctor!! The audacity of some people.. Like excuse you, you work for me, not the other way around!! My insurance may be the one paying you but I'm the patient and it's because of the patient's that you have a job. And it's my body, so it's literally my decision and people should not have to feel bad for advocating for themselves. I am most certain that I did not ask her opinion, and I really don't care for it because again it's my body; not hers, and my right to change medication. As the one getting paid, it's her job (and no one shouldn't have to tell her that), which means you're researching it, not me. Not my job, not my problem!!! .. Unless I'm getting paid!! ***AND, she also lied on my chart Plus stating that I wore my heart monitor for a whole month; which I did not. I only wore it for a few days because that thing was so annoying, and also hurt me, and left a mark. Now it's leading others to believe, that throughout the whole month my heart was okay. Still she's a liar, meaning she can't be trusted. Plus, when I called I got transferred to the nurse the other day because I was having heart issues for days, and needed a sooner appointment; she said waiting for a month was appropriate, and it was not!! Especially, since the nurse was well aware that the ambulance came the same day I called her, and said I should schedule a sooner appointment with my heart doctor then; since I'm refusing to go to the hospital because I was stable at that time. I have SVT!! Not that serious but it's still a heart issue. Glad I switched cardiologists, hoping this one is better; although it's at the same place. I just refused to talk to any nurse anymore on the phone it's not worth it!!

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Decent was great and very through for my appointment.

5 out of 5 stars

My experience with Dr. Decena was very positive. She is extremely knowledgeable and went out of her way to make me feel comfortable. She took the time to listen to me and answer all of my questions. I highly recommend Dr. Decena.

5 out of 5 stars

I appreciate Dr. Decena, she is kind and understanding, and listens to what you say.

5 out of 5 stars

Thorough and knowledgeable.

5 out of 5 stars

Excellent Doctor very good

5 out of 5 stars

Dr Decena was well prepared and addressed all my questions professionally. She is up to date on the latest developments in cardiovascular medicine. Highly recommended her.!

5 out of 5 stars

Always an excellent, professional experience! Thank You!

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Insurance

Aetna, Anthem, Cigna Healthcare, Colonial Cooperative Care, Community Health Network of Connecticut, Inc., Connecticare, First Health Group Corp., Health New England, 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

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Provider Financial Assistance Policy Coverage

Covered by Financial Assistance policy.

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