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Dr. Erik Suarez, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery
5.0 (1)
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22 years of experience

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Overview of Dr. Erik Suarez, MD

Dr. Erik Suarez, MD is a Cardiothoracic Surgery Specialist in Houston, TX. They specialize in Cardiothoracic Surgery, has 22 years of experience, and is board certified in General Surgery. They graduated from UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT DALLAS and is affiliated with Houston Methodist Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Suarez an average 5.0 star rating.

Dr. Suarez works at Practice in Houston, TX. They frequently treat conditions like Pulmonary Insufficiency along with other conditions at varying frequencies. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Suarez's Office Locations

  1. 1
    The Methodist Hospital
    6550 Fannin St, Houston, TX 77030 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (713) 441-5200

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  • Houston Methodist Hospital

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Thromboendarterectomy or Excision of Infected Graft Chevron Icon
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Tricuspid Valve Surgery Chevron Icon
Valve Repair or Replacement (Aortic, Mitral, Tricuspid, and Pulmonary) Chevron Icon
Varicose Vein Procedure Chevron Icon
Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) or Thoracotomy Chevron Icon
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    About Dr. Erik Suarez, MD

    Specialties
    • Cardiothoracic Surgery
    Specialties
    Years of Experience
    • 22 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1356589675
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    Education & Certifications

    Medical Education
    • UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT DALLAS
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • General Surgery and Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
    Board Certifications
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    Dr. Suarez has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Suarez has seen patients for Pulmonary Insufficiency, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Suarez on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    1 patients have reviewed Dr. Suarez. The overall rating for this provider is 5.0. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Suarez.

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