About Cardiothoracic Surgery
Cardiothoracic surgeons perform operations on the heart, lungs, esophagus, and other organs in the chest. This includes coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), heart valve repair and replacement, lung cancer resection, heart transplantation, and minimally invasive cardiac procedures. Top cardiothoracic surgeons are at the forefront of transcatheter valve replacement, robotic cardiac surgery, and mechanical circulatory support.
Find Cardiothoracic Surgery Specialists by State
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Conditions Treated by Cardiothoracic Surgery Specialists
Our cardiothoracic surgery doctors treat the following conditions:
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find a cardiothoracic surgery doctor near me?
Use the search box on this page to filter cardiothoracic surgery doctors by state, or pick a state from the list below to see the cardiothoracic surgery doctors listed there. Each profile shows the doctor's specialty, primary practice city and NPI number from the national NPI Registry. Open a profile and use the Send Inquiry form to request a consultation, which is free for patients on The Doctor Directory.
What conditions are linked to cardiothoracic surgery on The Doctor Directory?
The Doctor Directory links cardiothoracic surgery to conditions such as Aortic Aneurysm, Atrial Fibrillation, Coronary Artery Disease, Heart Failure and Heart Valve Disease. Each condition page lists doctors associated with that condition so you can compare profiles. Which conditions an individual doctor treats, and the right treatment for you, should be confirmed with the doctor's office and discussed with a licensed clinician.
How can I check a cardiothoracic surgery doctor's credentials?
Start with the NPI number on the doctor's profile and look it up in the NPPES NPI Registry to see the credential, specialty taxonomy and practice address on file. To confirm an active medical license and any public disciplinary actions, search the state medical board's license lookup. Board certification in Cardiothoracic Surgery is checked separately through the certifying board, for example the ABMS Certification Matters search.
Is it free to contact a cardiothoracic surgery doctor through The Doctor Directory?
Yes. Searching The Doctor Directory, viewing profiles and sending a consultation request are free for patients. The request is submitted through the form on the doctor's profile, and the practice decides whether it can schedule you. The Doctor Directory is a listing service and does not provide medical care or medical advice, so call 911 or go to an emergency room for urgent symptoms.