8 Results forCardiothoracic Surgery near Muskegon, MI
Learn more about Cardiothoracic Surgery and how to choose the right one for you
Learn more about Cardiothoracic Surgery
A thoracic surgeon specializes in the surgical care of people of all ages with conditions and diseases of the chest. The chest includes the heart, lungs, trachea (windpipe), esophagus, diaphragm, and chest wall. Thoracic surgeons treat a variety of diseases and conditions that require chest surgery, including heart disease, lung and esophagus cancer, chest trauma, and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Thoracic surgeons are also called cardiothoracic surgeons and cardiac surgeons to emphasize heart surgery.
A thoracic surgeon typically:
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Evaluates a patient’s medical history and educates the patient about his or her condition including the surgical treatment and aftercare
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Performs a physical exam including evaluation of blood pressure and vital signs; weight; and the health of the heart, lungs, and blood vessels
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Orders and interprets laboratory and imaging tests and prescribes medications
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Orders and evaluates diagnostic procedures, such as EKG, echocardiogram, and cardiac catheterization
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Diagnoses and treats acute and chronic diseases and conditions that affect the major structures and organs in the chest
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Works closely with your primary care doctor, cardiologist, pulmonologist, and other specialists to provide optimal care
A thoracic surgeon may also be known by the following names: chest surgeon, lung surgeon, heart and lung surgeon, general thoracic surgeon, trauma surgeon, and cardiothoracic surgeon.
There are 8 specialists practicing Cardiothoracic Surgery in Muskegon, MI with an overall average rating of 4.6 stars. There are 7 hospitals near Muskegon, MI with affiliated Cardiothoracic Surgery specialists, including Spectrum Health Butterworth Hospital, Mercy Health Muskegon Hackley Campus and Indiana University Health Arnett Hospital.
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Dr. Richard Downey, MD
Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgery1560 E Sherman Blvd Ste 309Muskegon, MI 494442.7 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
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Dr. Ryan Bylsma, MD
Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgery1560 E Sherman Blvd Ste 309Muskegon, MI 494442.7 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
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Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgery1560 E Sherman Blvd Ste 309Muskegon, MI 494442.7 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
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Dr. John Heiser, MD
Specialty: Thoracic Surgery1845 Holton RdMuskegon, MI 494453.8 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
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Dr. John Paris III, MD
Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgery1845 Holton RdMuskegon, MI 494453.8 miles awayDr. David Ranney, MD
Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgery1845 Holton RdMuskegon, MI 494453.8 miles awayDr. Charles O'Brien, MD
Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgery1560 E Sherman Blvd Ste 334Muskegon, MI 494442.7 miles awayDr. Steven Demos, MD
Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgery3739 Highgate RdNorton Shores, MI 494413.8 miles away