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Dr. Donald Yakel

Interventional Cardiologist

cardiologist Peoria, IL Unitypoint Health
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Overview
Level
Staff
Tenure
7 years at Unitypoint Health
Gender
Male
Connections
501
Position in HealthTal Database
  • 5,188 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the cardiologist specialty. Donald Yakel is one of them.
  • 135 cardiologists are based in IL (out of 48,672 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • 973 contacts at Unitypoint Health are tracked in HealthTal.
  • Typical cardiologist compensation in IL: $320,000 – $700,000 (median $480,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of cardiologists in IL: Advocate Health Care (10), Northshore University Healthsystem (8), Prairie Cardiovascular Consultants Ltd. (6).
  • 3% of cardiologists in IL hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
  • 66% of cardiologists in IL have verified education credentials on file.
  • Data refreshed May 2026.

Public records & verifications
  • Verify against the NPPES Provider Registry (HHS / CMS). Search NPPES →
  • Professional LinkedIn profile on file (subscribers only).
  • Data aggregated from public licensure databases, LinkedIn, and verified employer records. Cross-check via the registry link above.
Education
University of St. Francis
2015
University of California-St. Mary's Medical Center- San Francisco
Fellowship
1996
University of Utah
Residency
1993
Bowman Gray School of Medicine-Wake Forest
1990
University of California Davis
1986
Skills
Healthcare Hospitals Physician Relations Physicians Emr Customer Service Strategic Planning Healthcare Information Technology Healthcare Consulting Healthcare Management Medicine Internal Medicine Clinical Research Managed Care Hipaa Inpatient Public Speaking Medical Education Critical Care Patient Safety Healthcare Industry
About Unitypoint Health
Industry
Organizations
Employees
5000+
Revenue
$1B+
Website
unitypoint.org
Office Location
5401 N Knoxville Ave, Peoria, IL
Professional Overview

Dr. Donald Yakel is a Interventional Cardiologist, currently affiliated with Unitypoint Health, based in Peoria, IL. As a cardiologist, Dr. Yakel contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Peoria, IL. They have been with Unitypoint Health for 7 years. Dr. Yakel holds academic credentials, including Fellowship and Residency, from University of St. Francis and University of California-St. Mary's Medical Center- San Francisco. Core competencies include Healthcare, Hospitals, Physician Relations, Physicians, Emr. Unitypoint Health operates in the Organizations sector with a workforce of 5000+ employees. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit cardiologist professionals can use HealthTal to access verified direct email addresses and personal phone numbers sourced from NPI records and professional licensing databases. Direct outreach to cardiologist specialists consistently yields higher response rates than passive job board postings, particularly for roles requiring specific clinical credentials or state licensure. The Peoria, IL healthcare market offers access to a concentrated pool of clinical professionals, making direct outreach particularly effective for organizations building local care teams or expanding service capacity in the region.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Donald Yakel located?
Dr. Donald Yakel is based in Peoria, IL. They are currently affiliated with Unitypoint Health.
What is Dr. Donald Yakel's specialty?
Dr. Donald Yakel specializes in cardiologist. Their current role is Interventional Cardiologist.
Where does Dr. Donald Yakel currently work?
Dr. Donald Yakel currently works at Unitypoint Health. They have been there for 7 years.
What is Dr. Donald Yakel's educational background?
Dr. Donald Yakel attended University of St. Francis and University of California-St. Mary's Medical Center- San Francisco.
How do I contact Dr. Donald Yakel for recruiting?
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How do I recruit a cardiologist?
Recruiting cardiologists typically involves reaching out via direct email or phone. HealthTal's database provides verified contact data for cardiologists across all 50 states, allowing you to contact candidates directly without going through job boards.
What is the average salary for a cardiologist in IL?
cardiologists in IL typically earn $320,000 to $700,000 annually, with a median of $480,000. Figures derive from BLS OEWS data, adjusted for state cost of labor. Senior-titled roles (Director, Manager, Chief) and high-acuity practice settings push the upper end.

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