All Cardiothoracic Surgery

Top-Rated Cardiothoracic Surgery in Atlanta, GA

49 physicians

49 cardiothoracic surgery surgeons practicing in Atlanta — with clinical reviews from the OR insiders who work with them. Find the right surgeon, or share your own experience to help patients and colleagues.

Dr. Joshua Appelstein

Thoracic Surgery

Atlanta, GA

Northside Hospital Atlanta

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Dr. Tamer Attia

Thoracic Surgery

Atlanta, GA

Emory University Hospital

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Dr. Matthew Bacchetta

Thoracic Surgery

Atlanta, GA

Piedmont Atlanta

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Dr. Jeremiah Blair

Thoracic Surgery

Atlanta, GA

Emory University Hospital Midtown

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Dr. Alicia Bonanno

Thoracic Surgery

Atlanta, GA

Emory University Hospital Midtown

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Dr. William Brown

Thoracic Surgery

Atlanta, GA

Piedmont Atlanta

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Dr. Paul Chai

Thoracic Surgery

Atlanta, GA

Children's Healthcare Of Atlanta At Egleston

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Dr. Joshua Chan

Thoracic Surgery

Atlanta, GA

Emory University Hospital

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Dr. Sagar Damle

Thoracic Surgery

Atlanta, GA

Piedmont Atlanta

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Dr. Mani Daneshmand

Thoracic Surgery

Atlanta, GA

Emory University Hospital

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Dr. Woodrow Farrington

Thoracic Surgery

Atlanta, GA

Emory University Hospital

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Dr. James Fonger

Thoracic Surgery

Atlanta, GA

Center For Vein Restoration Ga Corp

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Dr. Seth Force

Thoracic Surgery

Atlanta, GA

Emory University Hospital

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Dr. Lee Gerson

Thoracic Surgery

Atlanta, GA

Northside Hospital Atlanta

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Dr. John Gott

Thoracic Surgery

Atlanta, GA

Piedmont Atlanta

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Dr. John Gouldman

Thoracic Surgery

Atlanta, GA

Northside Hospital Atlanta

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Dr. Robert Guyton

Thoracic Surgery

Atlanta, GA

Emory University Hospital Midtown

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Dr. Michael Halkos

Thoracic Surgery

Atlanta, GA

Emory University Hospital

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Dr. Mark Helmers

Thoracic Surgery

Atlanta, GA

Piedmont Atlanta

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Dr. Jeffrey Javidfar

Thoracic Surgery

Atlanta, GA

Emory University Hospital

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What to Look For in a Cardiothoracic Surgery Surgeon

Cardiothoracic surgery encompasses some of the most complex operations performed anywhere — coronary bypass, valve repair and replacement, lung resections, and esophageal procedures. These are long, high-acuity cases where teamwork between the surgeon, perfusionist, anesthesia, and nursing staff is as important as the surgeon's own technique.

The surgical techs and OR nurses who work these cases see which cardiothoracic surgeons combine exceptional skill with the calm leadership that keeps a complex case on track. They notice how a surgeon responds when bleeding is brisk or when a valve does not behave as expected — the moments that separate good surgeons from great ones.

When choosing a cardiothoracic surgeon, confirm volume in your specific procedure, ask about outcomes, and weigh how the surgeon is regarded by the team that supports every case. Insider peer reviews surface the composure and consistency that patient-facing ratings miss.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many cardiothoracic surgery physicians are listed in Atlanta, GA?

There are 49 cardiothoracic surgery physicians practicing in Atlanta, GA listed on Physician Signal, ranked by clinical reviews from verified healthcare professionals who have worked with them in the operating room.

How are cardiothoracic surgery surgeons in Atlanta rated?

Each surgeon's Insight Score is the average of six clinical dimensions rated anonymously by the OR nurses, surgical techs, device reps, and fellow surgeons who work alongside them. The list is sorted to surface the most-reviewed physicians in Atlanta first.

How important is surgeon volume in cardiothoracic surgery?

Very. Outcomes in cardiothoracic surgery are strongly tied to how often a surgeon performs a given procedure. Ask about case volume for your specific operation, and look at how the surgeon is rated by the OR teams who support these high-acuity cases every day.

What does the Insight Score tell me about a heart surgeon?

It distills six clinical dimensions — surgical skill, bedside manner, professionalism, technology openness, staff collaboration, and clinical outcomes — into one score, rated anonymously by the verified professionals who work alongside that surgeon in the operating room.

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