Dr. Carter practices
Cardiothoracic Surgery,
Thoracic Surgery,
and Vascular Surgery
in
Smithfield, North Carolina.
Dr. Craig Carter
graduated
with an MD 28 years ago.
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Cardiothoracic Surgery, Thoracic Surgery, Vascular Surgery
Gender
Male
Foreign Languages
Spanish
Insurance Plans Accepted
Aetna, Cigna
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Education
Education information, including: Medical School attended, years since graduation, and Residency, are all available
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Years Since Graduation
28
Five-Star Recognition
HealthGrades Recognized and Five-Star designations are available in the Detailed Report.
State License Information
Licensed in North Carolina
What is Cardiothoracic Surgery?
Cardiothoracic surgery involves the heart and other areas within the chest. A cardiothoracic or thoracic surgeon provides care for patients with diseases within the chest area. This encompasses treating heart disease and abnormalities of the heart’s vessels and valves, lung cancer, tumors within the chest area, diseases of the diaphragm, chest injuries, and trachea and airway problems. Thoracic surgeons have exceptional knowledge of diagnostic and surgical techniques and physiology of the heart, lungs and respiratory system.
Professional Experience
Professional Affiliations/Memberships
ACCP Fellow
FACS
ICS Fellow
International Society Endovas Ther
SE Surgery Cong Fellow
Society Critical Care Medicine
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