Alan K. Tannenbaum, MD, Cardiologist
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Alan K. Tannenbaum, MD

Cardiologist | Interventional Cardiology

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18 Centre Drive Suite 205 Monroe Township New Jersey, 08831
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Dr. Alan Tannenbaum is a cardiologist practicing in Monroe Township, New Jersey. Dr. Tannenbaum specializes in diagnosing, monitoring, and treating diseases or conditions of the heart and blood vessels and the cardiovascular system. These conditions include heart attacks, heart murmurs, coronary heart disease, and hypertension. Dr. Tannenbaum also practices preventative medicine, helping patients maintain a heart-healthy life.

Education and Training

Universidad Autónoma de Guadalajara medical degree 1973

Board Certification

American Board of Internal Medicine- Internal Medicine

Cardiovascular Diseases

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Alan K. Tannenbaum, MD's Expert Contributions
  • Acute coronary artery disease?

    There are numerous drugs used depending on the symptoms. The most common are beta blockers and calcium channel blockers. They can lower heart rate and decrease the demand on the heart. Nitroglycerin is used to dilate the coronary arteries and provide more blood flow. ACE inhibitors and ARB's are used to lower blood pressure. Aspirin is used to decrease clotting. READ MORE

  • Chest pain?

    First of all, you need to see your doctor. Right shoulder pain could be related to your gallbladder. You need a good physical exam. READ MORE

  • Can you exercise if you have arrhythmia?

    There are many types of arrhythmias. I don’t know what you have. However, most can be controlled and the patient can exercise. Consult your doctor. READ MORE

  • Pulse rate question?

    A resting pulse rate of 50 is fine as long as there are no symptoms of dizziness or lightheadedness or passing out. Also, the rate should increase with exercise. READ MORE

  • Palpitations after lunch?

    Post-prandial tachycardia can be normal. After eating, blood is diverted to the digestive tract for digestion. The heart may work harder to keep up cardiac output. If there are no symptoms of chest pain or SOB, nothing needs to be done. You could eat smaller meals more frequently if you’re worried. If the tachycardia appears at other times during rest, then it needs to be checked out. READ MORE

  • Coronary artery disease?

    You don’t say how severe your disease is at present. Did you have surgery or a stent or are you taking medication. Talk to your doctor about these things. READ MORE

  • Severe heartburn?

    If this feels the same as your past heartburn, it probably is the same. However, lasting this long is unusual. You should not take chances. Please seek medical attention as soon as possible. READ MORE

  • How long is the hospital stay for angioplasty?

    Depends on how complex the procedure is. Usually it’s just an overnight stay, however, if there are any complications, it may be longer. Also if it’s done through the arm instead of the leg, it could be a same-day procedure. That is up to the doctor. READ MORE

  • Stroke and Heparin?

    A scan is performed before medication is given to find out if there is a clot or if there is bleeding present. There are also other physical signs if a patient is having a bleed. READ MORE

  • Does covid-19 infection have long-term effects on your heart?

    Covid-19 can have long-term effects on the heart muscle, as well as causing blood clots in the vessels. Inflammation of the layers of the heart muscle are not uncommon complications of this virus. This can lead to long term heart failure. Heart attacks can occur from clotting problems. Underlying heart problems can predispose to these conditions. Get vaccinated!! READ MORE

  • Permanent heartburn?

    I don't know where you are, or what kind of medical care you are able to get,, but you certainly need another GI workup. Instead of trial and error with different medications, you need a better diagnosis. As well, I don't know what your diet consists of. The first thing I would do is modify the diet. Start with eliminating any spicy, or fried food if possible. Also, if you smoke or drink alcohol, stop. Since you have already stopped some foods, you know they were not the offenders. You might try a gluten free diet for awhile if feasible. I would hope you could get a GI series done, even if an endoscopy is not obtainable. At least the X-rays might show something. Also an abdominal CT or MRI might be of help. What you really need is quality medical care, in order to make a diagnosis. Try to get to a place where you can find the care that you require. READ MORE

  • Blood pressure is high?

    You need to check your pressure at different times of the day for several days to accurately see what it is. Then go to your doctor with the readings. READ MORE

  • Rising heart rate?

    Sounds like you may have a syndrome called POTS, or postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome. This is usually benign and self limiting. If there are no other symptoms, then nothing needs to be done. If you have dizziness or anxiety, a low dose beta blocker drug may help. You can also undergo a tilt table test for more answers. Bottom line is, if you're worried and this continues, you need to see a doctor for evaluation. READ MORE

  • Stroke survivor?

    As I’m sure you know, a stroke means that a part of the brain doesn’t function anymore due to lack of blood flow. You may never recover feeling. READ MORE

  • Chest and back pain?

    Sorry you're still having symptoms, however, you don't say if they are constant, or vary with breathing, or position. You certainly need a chest X-ray, if you haven't had one. You also need an EKG, and a good physical exam. I don't know if you have any significant medical history, but any chest discomfort that doesn't improve within a few days is of concern. Please see a physician who can do a complete exam. READ MORE

  • Heart beating irregularly?

    It sounds like the doctor diagnosed Mitral valve prolapse, which is a "floppy" valve. It can cause several annoying problems, one being irregular and fast heart beats. It can also be associated with anxiety. There are medications to treat this condition. They lessen the problems, but don't cure the defect. You should talk to your doctor about starting a Beta Blocker, and stopping the Zoloft. READ MORE

  • Venlafaxine/effexor side effect?

    That is a large dose of the drug to start with. It can cause your symptoms. You should call your doctor right away and report the side effects. They can be dangerous. READ MORE

  • Angiogram after stress test?

    Unfortunately, it does not mean his condition is not serious. It does mean that others may be more urgent conditions. READ MORE

  • How to treat this issue?

    Since you only have had the symptoms for three days, it's unlikely that this is anything more than anxiety. However, you should get a good medical exam, with an EKG, if symptoms continue. READ MORE

  • Stabbing chest pain?

    I don't know how you were diagnosed, but the anti-inflammatory drug ibuprofen should have helped. You don't say whether the pain changes with changes in position, or with deep breathing. You could have pericarditis, which is an inflammation of the pericardium, the outer layer of the heart. The most common cause is a virus. However, colchicine, a drug used for gout, is also used to treat pericarditis. You will need a prescription for the drug, so seeing a physician is absolutely necessary. An EKG can also be done, which may show pericarditis. Even if there are no EKG changes, colchicine may be more helpful than ibuprofen. READ MORE

Expert Publications

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Areas of expertise and specialization

Cardiovascular Diseases

Faculty Titles & Positions

  • Assistant Clinical Professor, University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey -

Awards

  • Who's Who Marquette   
  • Patients' Choice Award 2018  
  • On-Time Doctor Award 2018  
  • Compassionate Doctor Recognition 2018  

Fellowships

  • St. Francis Hospital Heart Center cardiovascular disease  1978
  • Long Island Jewish Medical Center   1981

Alan K. Tannenbaum, MD's Practice location

18 Centre Drive Suite 205 -
Monroe Township, New Jersey 08831
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18 Centre Dr -
Monroe Township, NJ 08831
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Alan K. Tannenbaum, MD has a rating of 4 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 12 patients. FindaTopDoc has aggregated the experiences from real patients to help give you more insights and information on how to choose the best Cardiologist in your area. These reviews do not reflect a providers level of clinical care, but are a compilation of quality indicators such as bedside manner, wait time, staff friendliness, ease of appointment, and knowledge of conditions and treatments.

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Alan K. Tannenbaum, MD, a Cardiologist in Private Practice

 January 11, 2022  Karen Johnson Edit

Get to know Cardiologist Dr. Alan K. Tannenbaum, who serves patients in Monroe Township, New Jersey.

A devoted cardiologist, Dr. Tannenbaum sees patients at his private practice in Monroe Township, New Jersey.

With a broad educational background, he graduated with his medical degree from the Universidad Autónoma de Guadalajara in 1973, and completed his internship and residency in internal medicine at the St. Francis Medical Center in 1975 He completed a fellowship in cardiovascular disease at the St. Francis Hospital Heart Center in 1978, followed by an additional fellowship at Long Island Jewish Medical Center in 1981. Finally, he was chief medical resident at Morristown Memorial Hospital with the Atlantic Health System in 1985.

Active in academia, Dr. Tannenbaum served as an Assistant Clinical Professor at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey from 1987 -2010.  He was the first cardiologist at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital to implant a coronary stent.  He was also the first cardiologist in New Jersey to perform a balloon Pericardial Window procedure to treat cardiac tamponade.  

Cardiology is a branch of medicine that deals with the disorders of the heart, as well as some parts of the circulatory system. The field includes medical diagnosis and treatment of congenital heart defects, coronary artery disease, heart failure, valvular heart disease, and electrophysiology. Cardiologists are doctors who diagnose, assess, and treat patients with diseases and defects of the heart and blood vessels (the cardiovascular system).

Among his most notable achievements, Dr. Tannenbaum has been the recipient of the Patients’ Choice Award (2018), On-Time Doctor Award (2018), and Compassionate Doctor Recognition (2018).

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