Gaetano N. Pastore

Dr. Gaetano N. Pastore – Cardiologist & Practice President

Dr. Gaetano Pastore has been a dedicated member of Cardiology Physicians, PA since July 1998 and currently serves as the practice’s President, a role he has held for twelve consecutive years. Known for his leadership, clinical excellence, and commitment to advocacy, Dr. Pastore plays an integral role in both patient care and the direction of cardiovascular services in Delaware.

A graduate of Villanova University, Dr. Pastore earned his undergraduate degree with honors before completing his medical degree at the Milton S. Hershey Medical Center of Pennsylvania State University. He went on to complete his residency in Internal Medicine at Hahnemann University Hospital, followed by a fellowship in Cardiovascular Medicine at the Hahnemann University Heart Hospital in Philadelphia.

Dr. Pastore has contributed to the field through co-authored research published in the New England Journal of Medicine and presentations at the American College of Cardiology’s national scientific sessions. His commitment to medical education has earned him recognition from the Christiana Care Family Practice Residency Program, where he is known as an outstanding teacher and preceptor.

He is a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology (ACC) and previously served as Governor of the ACC for the state of Delaware. He remains actively involved in national physician and patient advocacy committees, with a strong focus on improving healthcare quality and access.

Dr. Pastore’s clinical expertise lies in consultative cardiology with a particular interest in echocardiography—including transthoracic, transesophageal, and stress echo—as well as the interpretation of nuclear cardiovascular imaging.

He resides in Avondale, Pennsylvania, with his wife Linda and their three children—Mia, Luke, and Gianna. Outside of medicine, Dr. Pastore enjoys warm family vacations, caring for his 183-gallon saltwater coral reef tank, and is a passionate enthusiast and owner of thoroughbred racehorses.