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Dr. James Garrison, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery
4.2 (9)
Map Pin Small San Antonio, TX
Accepting new patients
33 years of experience

Overview of Dr. James Garrison, MD

Dr. James Garrison, MD is a Cardiothoracic Surgery Specialist in San Antonio, TX. They specialize in Cardiothoracic Surgery, has 33 years of experience, and is board certified in Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery. They graduated from Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine and is affiliated with Baptist Medical Center, Methodist Heart Hospital, Methodist Hospital and Methodist Hospital Stone Oak.

Dr. Garrison works at Methodist Physicians South Texas Cardiothoracic Surgeons in San Antonio, TX. They frequently treat conditions like Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) Surgery, Valve Repair or Replacement (Aortic, Mitral, Tricuspid, and Pulmonary) and Aortic Valve Surgery along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accepts Aetna, Anthem and Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Garrison's Office Locations

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    South Texas Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgical Associates, PLLC
    4330 Medical Dr Ste 325, San Antonio, TX 78229 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (210) 615-7700
    Monday
    8:30am - 4:00pm
    Tuesday
    8:30am - 4:00pm
    Wednesday
    8:30am - 4:00pm
    Thursday
    8:30am - 4:00pm
    Friday
    8:30am - 3:00pm

Hospital Affiliations
Admitting Hospitals

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  • Baptist Medical Center
  • Methodist Heart Hospital
  • Methodist Hospital
  • Methodist Hospital Stone Oak

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Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) Surgery
Valve Repair or Replacement (Aortic, Mitral, Tricuspid, and Pulmonary)
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Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) Surgery
Valve Repair or Replacement (Aortic, Mitral, Tricuspid, and Pulmonary)
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    Nov 20, 2019
    Did quadruple by pass on my husband and he and him team are first class in all areas patient to all family members.. Best in San Antonio. Keep up the good work. Gave me more time with my husband! Thanks
    Sheryl — Nov 20, 2019
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    About Dr. James Garrison, MD

    Specialties
    • Cardiothoracic Surgery
    Specialties
    Years of Experience
    • 33 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1003843830
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Tex Heart Institute St Luke's
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • University Louisville
    Residency
    Internship
    • University Louisville
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
    Board Certifications
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    Dr. James Garrison, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Garrison is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Garrison has an average wait time of 10 – 15 minutes at their office(s).

    Dr. Garrison has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Garrison works at Methodist Physicians South Texas Cardiothoracic Surgeons in San Antonio, TX. View the full address on Dr. Garrison’s profile.

    Dr. Garrison has seen patients for Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) Surgery, Valve Repair or Replacement (Aortic, Mitral, Tricuspid, and Pulmonary) and Aortic Valve Surgery, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Garrison on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    9 patients have reviewed Dr. Garrison. The overall rating for this provider is 4.2. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Garrison.

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