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Dr. Ajit Tharakan, MD

Dr. Ajit Tharakan, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Ajit Tharakan, MD is a cardiothoracic surgeon in Tulsa, OK and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Sri Ramachandra University in 1993. He is affiliated with medical facilities Hillcrest Hospital South and Hillcrest Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 9 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (9 reviews)

Oklahoma Heart Institute

1265 S Utica Ave Ste 105 Tulsa, OK 74104
Telehealth available

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At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Tharakan specializes in the areas of General Surgery & Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews
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Dr. Tharakan's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Tharakan

4.6

9 ratings, 4 with a written review
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4 Star
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1 Star
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Mar 14, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Betty Hannah – Apr 07, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
AMCB – Dec 10, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
7 people found this helpful
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Saved my life – Jan 31, 2020
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About Me

care philosophy

I believe it is a privilege to take care of the sick and the patient is the most important person in every healthcare system. My team of nurses, physicians and OR personnel believe in excellence and attention to detail in every step of the complex...read more

biography

American board certified in General and Cardiothoracic Surgery Extensive training in the best institutions in the world including Massachusetts General Hospital, a teaching hospital of Harvard Medical school, University of Missouri- Columbia,...read more
  • Cardiothoracic Surgery

  • Cardiovascular Surgery

  • Adult Congenital Heart Disease Cardiology

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School

    Fellowship Hospital, 2009
  • University Of Missouri

    Residency Hospital, 2006
  • Sri Ramachandra University

    Medical School, 1993
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
General Surgery
American Board of Thoracic Surgery®
Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
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Locations

Oklahoma Heart Institute

Cardiovascular Surgery1265 S Utica Ave Ste 105 Tulsa, OK 74104
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Practice

Office9228 S Mingo Rd Tulsa, OK 74133
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Practice

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  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Thu: 8:00am - 12:00pm
  • Directions

Practice

Missouri Psychiatric Center1 Hospital Dr Columbia, MO 65201
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Hillcrest Hospital South

    8801 S 101st East Ave
    Tulsa, OK 74133

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    77%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    7% lower than the national average

    71%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Hillcrest Medical Center

    1120 S Utica Ave
    Tulsa, OK 74104

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback
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