Dr. Dennis Eastman, MD

Dr. Dennis Eastman, MD

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Dr. Dennis Eastman, MD is a cardiothoracic surgery specialist in Lubbock, TX and has been practicing for 27 years. He graduated from Uniformed Services U, School of Medicine|Uniformed Services U, School of Medicine|Uniformed Services U, School of Medicine|Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences in 1986 and specializes in cardiothoracic surgery and critical care surgery.

3506 21st St Ste 602

Lubbock, TX 79410

Contact Information

(806) 725-4425

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  • Aetna
  • Ambetter
  • Amerigroup (Wellpoint)
  • Anthem
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • Commercial Insurance Company
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Dr. Eastman accepts the following insurance:

Aetna
Choice Plus POS II
Ambetter
Superior Health Plan
Amerigroup (Wellpoint)
Anthem
National (BlueCard) PPO
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas
Blue Choice
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Card PPO
CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
HealthyBlue 2.0
HealthyBlue Advantage
Cigna
Cigna PPO
Great West Healthcare-Cigna PPO
Open Access Plus
Commercial Insurance Company
First Health
First Health (Coventry Health Care)
First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
FirstCare Health Plans
HealthSmart
Humana
Choice Care PPO
Preferred PPO
Medicaid
Molina Healthcare
Molina
MultiPlan
MultiPlan PPO
Tricare
UnitedHealthCare
Choice Plus POS
Navigate HMO
Navigate POS
Options PPO
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Dr. Eastman's Top Procedures and Conditions

Treatment Frequency
Port Placements or Replacements
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Treatment Frequency

Dr. Eastman performs Port Placements or Replacements more than 83% of his peers

Dr. Eastman performs this procedure more than 83% of his peers

Rating Includes other areas of care:

  • Port Removal
Partial Lung Collapse
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normal

Treatment Frequency

Dr. Eastman treats Partial Lung Collapse more than 82% of his peers

Dr. Eastman treats this condition more than 82% of his peers

Arteriovenous Fistula Repair
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Treatment Frequency

Dr. Eastman performs Arteriovenous Fistula Repair more than 77% of his peers

Dr. Eastman performs this procedure more than 77% of his peers

Dr. Eastman's conditions and procedures:

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
  • Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
  • Anal or Rectal Pain
  • Arteriovenous Fistula Repair
  • Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
  • Bladder Surgery
  • Brain Injury
  • Breast Cancer
  • Carotid Artery Stent Placement
  • Carotid Endarterectomy (CEA) or Excision of Infected Graft
  • Cholecystitis and Gallstones
  • Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
  • Colorectal Cancer
  • Constipation
  • Crohn's Disease
  • Decortication and Pleurectomy
  • Diaphragmatic and-or Hiatal Hernia
  • Dressing and-or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn (incl. Negative Pressure Wound Therapy)
  • Duodenal Polypectomy
  • Embolectomy, Thrombectomy, or Vessel Exploration
  • Empyema
  • Esophageal Cancer
  • Esophageal Fistula
  • Esophageal Varices
  • Esophagectomy (Esophagogastrostomy, Esophagojejunostomy)
  • Excision of Esophageal Lesion
  • Excision of Stomach Tumor
  • Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
  • Gallbladder Removal
  • Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy), Laparoscopic
  • Gallstones
  • Gastrectomy
  • Gastrotomy
  • Hiatal Hernia
  • Hyperparathyroidism
  • Ileus
  • Incision and Removal of Foreign Object
  • Inflammatory Bowel Disease
  • Inguinal Hernia
  • Intestinal Obstruction
  • Ischemic Colitis
  • Laparotomy
  • Lipomas
  • Lobectomy, Open
  • Lung Cancer
  • Lung Removal (Partial or Complete): Open, or Resection of Lung Tumor: Open
  • Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
  • Median Arcuate Ligament Syndrome (MALS)
  • Mediastinal Tumors
  • Mediastinal Tumors, Not Specified as Malignant
  • Non-Coronary Angioplasty, Atherectomy, and Stenting
  • Open Diaphragmatic and-or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
  • Open Thymectomy
  • Partial Lung Collapse
  • Pelvic Abscess
  • Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
  • Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
  • Peripheral Arterial Dissection
  • Peripheral Arterial Embolism and Thrombosis
  • Peripheral Artery Bypass
  • Peripheral Artery Catheterization
  • Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
  • Pleural Effusion
  • Port Placements or Replacements
  • Rib Fracture
  • Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
  • Secondary Malignancies
  • Skin Grafts
  • Thoracentesis
  • Thoracoscopic Lobectomy
  • Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection
  • Thromboendarterectomy or Excision of Infected Graft
  • Tracheal Surgery
  • Traumatic Brain Injury
  • Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
  • Ventral Hernia
  • Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) or Thoracotomy
  • Wound Repair

About Me

Biography

Dr. Dennis Eastman, MD is a cardiothoracic surgery specialist in Lubbock, TX and has been practicing for 27 years. He graduated from Uniformed Services...Read more

Specialties

  • Cardiothoracic Surgery
  • Critical Care Surgery

Board Certifications

  • Critical Care Surgery
  • Vascular Surgery

Education

1997
Carolinas Heart Inst|Carolinas Heart Inst|Carolinas Heart Inst|Carolinas Heart Institute
Residency Hospital
1996
Carolinas Heart Inst/Carolinas Med Ctr
Fellowship Hospital
1987
Wbamc|Wbamc|William Beaumont Army Medical Center
Internship Hospital
1986
Uniformed Services U, School of Medicine|Uniformed Services U, School of Medicine|Uniformed Services U, School of Medicine|Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences
Medical School
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What conditions does Dr. Dennis Eastman, MD treat?

Dr. Eastman frequently treats the following conditions: Partial Lung Collapse, Abdominal Pain, and Anal or Rectal Pain. See more on Healthgrades.

What is Dr. Dennis Eastman, MD's office address?

Dr. Eastman's office is located at 3506 21st St Ste 602, Lubbock, TX 79410. You can find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.

Is Dr. Dennis Eastman, MD affiliated with any hospitals?

Dr. Dennis Eastman, MD is affiliated with Covenant Medical Center and Lubbock Heart Hospital.

Is Dr. Dennis Eastman, MD a board-certified professional?

Yes, Dr. Dennis Eastman, MD holds board certifications in Critical Care Surgery and Vascular Surgery.

How much experience does Dr. Dennis Eastman, MD have?

Dr. Eastman has over 36 years of healthcare experience.

Does Dr. Dennis Eastman, MD receive good ratings from patients?

There is a star rating of 5/5 for Dr. Dennis Eastman, MD. Patients say that they trusted the provider's decisions and the provider explained conditions well. See all patient feedback on Healthgrades.

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He was wonderful with my daughter and saved her life. Very personable and explains everything.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
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Kelli Hager – Apr 28, 2020
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Dr. Eastman saved my life. I thank God for him everyday. He and his team are some of the very best. My care was 5 star from start to finish!
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
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Rusty in Tulia Texas – May 23, 2017
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Dr. Eastman did my recent open heart surgery. He and his staff were outstanding. He was informative, courteous and made me feel at ease. I feel extremely fortunate to have had him as my surgeon.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
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Jim Rosson in Lubbock, TX – Feb 19, 2017
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Locations

Covenant Medical Group

Brenda S Morrow MD3506 21st St Ste 602 Lubbock, TX 79410
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Cardiothoracic Surgery3606 21st St Ste 103 Lubbock, TX 79410
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Affiliated Hospitals

Dr. Eastman is affiliated with the following hospitals. Select a hospital below to learn more.

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Covenant Medical Center

Lubbock, TX

72% Patient experience rating, 2% higher than the national average

8 Awards Received

Lubbock Heart Hospital

Lubbock, TX

83% Patient experience rating, 13% higher than the national average

3 Awards Received