Dr. Delehanty is the Director of the Cardiovascular Service Line at Strong Memorial Hospital. He is an expert in the care of patients with heart attacks, cardiogenic shock, and acute valvular disease. He is board certified in Internal Medicine and Cardiovascular Disease.

Certified Specialties

Cardiovascular Disease - American Board of Internal Medicine

Internal Medicine - American Board of Internal Medicine

Faculty Appointments

Professor - Department of Medicine, Cardiology (SMD)

Professor - Department of Surgery, Cardiac (SMD) - Joint

Credentials

Residency & Fellowship

Fellowship, Cardiovascular Disease, University of Rochester Medical Center. 1989 - 1993

Residency, Internal Medicine, University of Rochester Medical Center. 1986 - 1989

Internship, Internal Medicine, University of Rochester Medical Center. 1985 - 1986

Education

MD | Albany Medical College. 1985

Ratings & Comments

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Ratings

Care provider's discussion of any proposed treatment (options, risks, benefits, etc.)

5.0

Likelihood of recommending this care provider to others

5.0

Explanations the care provider gave you about your problem or condition

5.0

Care provider's efforts to include you in decisions about your care

5.0

Concern the care provider showed for your questions or worries

5.0

Patient Comments

5.0

Dr. Delahanty Has and always listens to my concerns. He is very concerned and tries very hard to find a solution.

Aug 17, 2025

5.0

Dr. D is the best!

Aug 16, 2025

5.0

Felt listened to and with caring

Aug 06, 2025

5.0

Just a trusting, comforting, professional doctor

Aug 06, 2025

5.0

Dr Delehanty is amazingthoughtful, kind, and so knowledgeable

Jun 01, 2025

5.0

Outstanding service

May 31, 2025

5.0

100 percent! I have a urologist, podiatrist, vascular surgeon, opthamologiijst, orthopedic, dermatologist and a couple from [...]. This office is the very best, most efficient, hassle free of any of them. I've been with Joe since [...]!

May 23, 2025

5.0

It was a privilege to be accepted as Dr Delehanty's pt. I am a retired nurse. He is an extraordinary person and physician.

May 07, 2025

5.0

The doctor was exceptional. Focused on me, and delightful.

Apr 21, 2025

5.0

The care I always receive in office is exceptional.

Mar 28, 2025

5.0

Wow! He was spectacular on every level

Mar 24, 2025

5.0

Would highly recommend this office and have as my son now comes to this office

Jan 31, 2025

5.0

Wish more providers were like him.

Jan 27, 2025

5.0

Delehanty. SUPERIOR IN EVERY WAY!!!!!

Jan 04, 2025

5.0

Been a patient over 20 years

Nov 20, 2024

5.0

Dr Delehanty is so present and thoughtful. He answers questions in a way that is very understandable

Nov 14, 2024

5.0

Who couldn't love Dr. Delehanty!!!

Oct 20, 2024

5.0

I was one hour late because I put the wrong time in my calendar. But Dr. Delehanty graciously accommodated me.

Oct 06, 2024

5.0

An exceptional physician

Sep 18, 2024

5.0

Dr. Delehanty increased my statin by 5 mg to lower LDL further, and it did! Amazing!

Sep 03, 2024

5.0

It is always a nice visit. Everyone is always so nice. We have recommended Dr. Delehanty to others. Our son goes to him too

Aug 07, 2024

5.0

Dr. Delehanty is a key and respected member of my healthcare team. I respect his opinions and recommendations during this unusually complicated period of health challlenges and out of town surgical treatment.

Jul 06, 2024

5.0

Great doctor

Jul 02, 2024

5.0

My check-ups always informative, relaxed never feel rushed. Doc is pleasant & patient answers all my questions trust his judgment feel he is always looking out for his patients [...]

May 09, 2024

5.0

Again, Dr. Delehanty is excellent, likey tops in his service - I - have confident in him!!

Mar 21, 2024

Dr. Delehanty is a very much trusted, top notch cardiologist who listens very well and communicates exceptionally well.

Feb 08, 2024

5.0

Dr Delehanty always asks about my overall health issues in a sincere caring manner.

Jan 19, 2024

5.0

Outstanding doctor & individual.

Jan 08, 2024

5.0

Good

Dec 28, 2023

5.0

Dr Delehanty has always been very caring and concerned about my treatment and care. I'm glad that he is my Dr.!

Dec 16, 2023

5.0

This physician, Joseph Delehanty is an exceptionally gifted, conscientious, easy to relate to, thorough, insightful, caring provider. I cannot imagine anyone who would exceed his performance in the area of cardiology practice. strong should do everything in its power to retain him and seek to model other professionals to be as outstanding as he.

Oct 28, 2023

5.0

Excellent

Jun 01, 2023

5.0

Dr. Delehanty is the best provider.

May 14, 2023

5.0

Worthwhile visit.

May 09, 2023

5.0

At age 76, cardiovascular problems are a life and death situation, and I am very confident my doctor will make the best decisions for my longevity.

Apr 20, 2023

5.0

Always good !

Mar 08, 2023

5.0

Very nice experience.

Feb 23, 2023

5.0

Outstanding doctor.

Dec 05, 2022

5.0

Dr. Delehanty has been my dr. for almost 30 years. He's the best.

Nov 21, 2022

5.0

I am a relatively new patient to Dr. Delahanty, and I already feel like he's an old friend.

Nov 12, 2022

5.0

Always excellent!

Oct 20, 2022

5.0

Outstanding cardiologist and person

Aug 27, 2022

5.0

I have been a patient of this provider now for just over 25 years. He definitely knows me and my medical history. He and strong hospital are responsible for saving my life twice. I have nothing but the highest regards for Strong hospital, and especially this provider, Dr. Joe.

Jul 29, 2022

5.0

Dr. Delehanty is a personable professional. I am privileged to be one of his patients.

Jul 24, 2022

5.0

Dr. D is the best, I trust his expertise fully and it is easy to see why he is the best!

Jul 23, 2022

5.0

Dr. Delehanty is a great doctor who actually cares about his patients. He is very knowledgeable, friendly and takes quick and appropriate action when needed. I would recommend him to anyone who needs the best cardiologist.

Jun 28, 2022

5.0

A caring, communicative clinician

Jun 20, 2022

5.0

A family recommended me to this provider

Jun 20, 2022

5.0

Great

May 22, 2022

5.0

As always over the years, I enjoyed our contact - friendly and reassuring. Dr. Delehanty is a good guys.

May 11, 2022

5.0

Good.

Mar 30, 2022