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Dr. William Austin Tansey, MD

Cardiovascular Disease, Internal Medicine
55 years of experience
Morristown Medical Center 100 Madison Ave, Morristown, NJ 07960

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Brief Intro

William A. Tansey, III, MD, FACC, is board certified in internal medicine and cardiovascular disease. Dr. Tansey has hospital privileges at Overlook Hospital and Morristown Memorial Hospital. To his credit, Dr. Tansey is Ambassador for the American Heart Association of Northern New Jersey, a founding member of the American Heart Association New York/New Jersey/Connecticut/Long Island Heritage Affiliate Board, Chairman of the American Heart Association Advocacy Committee, and a founding member of the New Jersey Department of Health and Senior Services Cardiovascular Health Advisory Panel. He also is Chair of the Liberty Science Center Board in Jersey City, New Jersey. Dedicated to promoting cardiovascular health and careers healthcare, Dr. Tansey actively volunteers for a variety of projects and nonprofit organizations c oncerning cardiology . H is expertise and guidance were integral in developing the Liberty Science Center Cardiac Classroom , a leading-edge educational opportunity that allows students to witness heart surgery and ask questions of the medical staff during the procedure. As a result of his vision, s tudents as far away as London have seen and participated in the broadcasts . Dr. Tansey is the recipient of many honors and awards, including the distinguished Ellis Island Medal of Honor for Americans with outstanding personal and professional qualities who have maintained the richness of their heritage. As a result of his public advocacy for heart health and safety, the Star Ledge r nominated him for Jerseyan of the Week. The Consumer Research Council of America lists him in "America's Top Cardiologists," and he is listed among Best Doctors in America in regional and national magazines, including NJ Savvy Living. Dr. Tansey is a peer reviewer for the American College of Cardiology Foundation /American Heart Association "Focused Update of Guidelines for the Management of Patients With Unstable Angina." When he is not working with his patients, Dr. Tansey supports the arts in New Jersey, including the Paper Mill Playhouse where he has served on the Board of Trustees.

Education Background

RESIDENCY

St Lukes Roosevelt Hospital

MEDICAL SCHOOL

Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons - 1970

Languages Spoken

English

Location & Hours

Morristown Medical Center
100 Madison Ave, Morristown, NJ 07960

Specialties Treated

Cardiovascular Disease
Internal Medicine

Conditions Addressed

Hypertension (HTN)
Congenital Anomalies of the Heart
Atrial Fibrillation and Atrial Flutter
Acute Myocardial Infarction (AMI)
Pericarditis
Aortic Valvular Disease
Heart Failure
Cardiomyopathy
Angina Pectoris

Insurance Accepted

* Insurance information may change frequently. Please verify directly with the provider (doctor/clinic).

Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
Medicare
AARP

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Orthopedics 41
Neurology & Neurosurgery 30
Gastroenterology & GI Surgery 43
Pulmonology & Lung Surgery 51
Diabetes & Endocrinology 32
Children's Hospital 13
Urology 51
Psychiatry 35
Geriatrics 49
Rehabilitation 14
Obsterics & Gynecology 10
Ear, Nose & Throat 5
Long Term Care 9
Maternity Care (Uncomplicated Pregnancy) 32