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Dr. Ashok Babu, MD

Dr. Ashok Babu, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery*

Dr. Ashok Babu, MD is a cardiothoracic surgeon in Nashville, TN. Dr. Babu has extensive experience in Cardiac Surgical Procedures. He is affiliated with medical facilities Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital and Tennova Healthcare-Cleveland. He is accepting new patients.

5 Star Rating
Based on 14 reviews 5 Star Rating (14 reviews)

Ascension Saint Thomas Heart West Cardiovascular Surgery

4230 Harding Pike Ste 530 Nashville, TN 37205

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Aortic Valve Replacement & Triple Bypass Surgery
Dr. Babu is a brilliant surgeon whose surgical genius capabilities were well above our expectations. We felt the power of God working through this God-fearing man before, during and after surgery. He was extremely thorough, understanding and confident in his communication with us. He made us feel like a valued and respected friend…not just a patient.We had a successful surgery and recovery has been unbelievable. No one can believe my husband just had open heart surgery!Dr. Babu’s entire team is to be commended as well. We have never experienced a more professional, congenial, efficient healthcare work environment. Their work ethic is phenomenal from the front desk through the discharge process. We live two hours away, and everyone from start to finish worked hard to accommodate our needs.We can not say enough good things about this extraordinary man and his team. They were a true blessing from God for us. Thank You Lord for the privilege to have been his patient!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Mar 11, 2025
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Aortic dissection
Dr Babu accepted me from another facility for an aortic dissection. Not many people survive this. Dr Babu and his team saved my life that morning. My first recollection of him after surgery was a very caring compassionate man. He visited me often. Can't say enough good things about him
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Feb 15, 2025
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LAD Arterial bypass Robotic Surgery
Telehealth
This is a pretty tough surgery but when your life depends on it, you will be thankful you had it. The robotic is is the same surgery less the cracked open chest. Much less damager and faster half the recovery time.This. Doctor Babu. and his team is rated the Top in the state and in 224 had national recognition awarded to the team. You cannot be in safer better hands, and already your life and future depends on it. Dr Babu called me with my test results on Wednesday and scheduled me for Friday AM for surgery! So thankful to this team and Also a big shoutout to Preston, my RN ICIU nurse that was so caring and tried so hard to wait on my every request and understanding of my anxiety and discomfort. Wonderful Gentle soul!!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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The A -Team of Heart Surgery ! – Jan 25, 2025
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Cream of the Crop! The Best!
There really aren't adequate words to describe what a ifesaver and the finest of cardiac surgeons that Dr. Babu is. He saved my husbands life by performing a 6 bypass on him. He explained everything about the surgery to us and listened to our concerns, especially mine being the wife, I was pretty freaked out. Dr Babu does so many big surgeries every day and performs miracles. We were so blessed to have him as our surgeon. Thank god for him and his knowledge and skills.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Howard and Jeannine Johnson – May 01, 2024
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Spectacular care!
Caring and compassionate! Calmly explaining options and treatment. Very personable and non judgmental. In addition, his staff have same positive attitudes. Highly recommend!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Sheila Leggett – Nov 12, 2023
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Outstanding!
Dr. Babu saw me in clinic in preparation for my bypass surgery. He is so kind, personable, and very intelligent. He is highly esteemed by both his peers and by hospital staff. As an RN, I value the opinions of my own peers. Nothing but praise for Dr. Babu! I feel blessed to have him performing my surgery.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Jun 05, 2023
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Dr Babu is considered a rock star surgeon. My surgery was complicated and Dr Babu took his time to redo bypass and regraft. He is also kind & understanding and explains everything in detail. I trust him with my heart and my family’s heart. Bypass surgery certainly isn’t a cake walk, but I knew I was in good hands.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Deborah Ignaffo – Dec 09, 2022
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Wonderful Experience
Dr. Babu is a wonderful surgeon. I arrived in the ER with chest discomfort and ended up having a valve-sparing aortic root rebuild surgery. Dr. Babu was extremely informative and explained every step of the operation to me and my family. He made sure that we knew what to expect and coordinated with other physicians to come up with the post-op aftercare and recovery plan. I am extremely grateful and there are no words that would truly express our gratitude.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
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Oct 23, 2022
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Dr. Babu met me right away after finding out I had 90% blockage in my LAD and he then recommended that I have Robotically-assisted Minimally Invasive Bypass Surgery for my LAD. He was able to get me scheduled to have for surgery a few days later which only took him 2 hours to do. He is a Brilliant surgeon who is very proficient at using the robotic arms which require No cutting the sternum open. Instead the procedure uses the tiny robotic arms thru the ribs just under the left nipple. I am so happy we decided to go with the Robotically-assisted Minimally Invasive Bypass Surgery. I only have 3 tiny scars and the recovery way faster then the traditional heart bypass surgery. I was only in the hospital for only 3 days and was on the Treadmill on day 4 walking 2 1/2 miles and now it has been 2 1/2 months and I am back to working out with weights 3 times a week and jogging 3 miles a day for at least 5 days a week. ????????¯???**Very Highly Recommended**????????¯???
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
1 other person found this helpful
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Lawrence Timothy Hughes – Dec 13, 2021
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I like Dr. Babu. Very friendly. He told me facts that I didn't know from some of the other Doctors I have seen. He told me I Couldn't have the Watchman surgery and made sure I understood why. I was disdspointed but I understand why .
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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Sherman Smith – Jul 02, 2021
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Dr. Ashok Babu, MD is a cardiothoracic surgeon in Nashville, TN. Dr. Babu has extensive experience in Cardiac Surgical Procedures. He is affiliated with medical facilities Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital and Tennova Healthcare-Cleveland. He is accepting new patients.
  • Cardiothoracic Surgery

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Ascension Saint Thomas Heart West Cardiovascular Surgery

Ascension Saint Thomas Heart West Cardiovascular Surgery4230 Harding Pike Ste 530 Nashville, TN 37205
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