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Dr. Matthew Powers, MD

Dr. Matthew Powers, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery*

Dr. Matthew Powers, MD is a cardiothoracic surgeon in Torrance, CA. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Keck Hospital of USC and Providence Saint John's Health Center. He is accepting new patients.

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

Practice

4201 Torrance Blvd Ste 520 Torrance, CA 90503

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At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Powers specializes in the areas of General Surgery, Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery & Thoracic Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Powers' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Powers

4.6

9 ratings, 8 with a written review
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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Cardiothoracic Surgery Dream Team – Apr 07, 2024
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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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Sandy – Feb 22, 2024
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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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
A Alvarez – Jul 11, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
7 people found this helpful
Helpful
CA – Nov 30, 2018
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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
12 people found this helpful
Helpful
Charlie in Rancho Mirage, CA – Jun 26, 2018
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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
14 people found this helpful
Helpful
Patrick in Palm Springs, CA – Oct 05, 2017
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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
14 people found this helpful
Helpful
Dianne in Minnetonka, MN – Mar 03, 2017
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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
14 people found this helpful
Helpful
larry quilling in La Quinta, CA – Mar 21, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

I provide patients in need of cardiothoracic surgery a thoughtful, compassionate, and comprehensive understanding of their disease.  I take the time to help my patients obtain a clear and concise understanding of their treatment options. 

biography

Matthew Powers, MD, is a board-certified cardiac surgeon who specializes in surgical treatment of heart failure, coronary revascularization, temporary ventricular assist devices, aortic surgery, minimally invasive valve repair and replacement,...read more
  • Cardiothoracic Surgery

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  • Columbia College Phys&surg/ny Presbyterian Hospital|new York Presbyterian Hospital Columbia University Medical Center|new York Presbyterian Hospital - Columbia Presbyterian Center

    Fellowship Hospital
  • University Of Southern California Medical Center And Affiliated Hospitals

    Internship Hospital
  • New York University Grossman School Of Medicine

    Medical School
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
General Surgery
American Board of Thoracic Surgery
Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
Thoracic Surgery
Self designated 
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Locations

Practice

Office4201 Torrance Blvd Ste 520 Torrance, CA 90503
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Practice

Los Angeles County USC Medical Center1520 San Pablo St Ste 4300 Los Angeles, CA 90033
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Keck Hospital of USC

    1500 San Pablo St
    Los Angeles, CA 90033
    Recipient of 5
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    16% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Providence Little Company of Mary Medical Center Torrance

    4101 Torrance Blvd
    Torrance, CA 90503
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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    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

    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Providence Saint John's Health Center

    2121 Santa Monica Blvd
    Santa Monica, CA 90404
    Recipient of 16
    hospital awards

    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2025, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2024)

    Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries

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    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

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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