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Dr. Rafe Connors, MD

Dr. Rafe Connors, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery*

Dr. Rafe Connors, MD is a cardiothoracic surgeon in Salt Lake City, UT. He is affiliated with medical facilities St. Mark's Hospital and Timpanogos Regional Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4 Star Rating
Based on 4 reviews 4 Star Rating (4 reviews)

Office Hours

Monday

8 am
to
5 pm

Tuesday

8 am
to
5 pm

Wednesday

8 am
to
5 pm

Thursday

8 am
to
5 pm

Friday

8 am
to
5 pm
1160 E 3900 S Ste 3500
Salt Lake City, UT 84124

Locations

MountainStar Cardiovascular Surgery - Salt Lake

MountainStar Cardiovascular Surgery - Salt Lake1160 E 3900 S Ste 3500 Salt Lake City, UT 84124
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
  • Directions

At a Glance

  • Area of ExpertiseDr. Connors specializes in the area of Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top HospitalPatient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital SatisfactionPatients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals

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Dr. Connors' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Connors

4.0

4 ratings, 2 with a written review
5 Star
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75%
4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
25%
25%

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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
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Nathan Bartsch – Jun 06, 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Joseph and Susanne Shaw in South Weber, Utah – May 02, 2018
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr. Connors works to reassure patients and establish confidence in our team. Facing heart surgery can be very frightening for people but with a strong team approach, Dr. Connors can help patients recover successfully and live a better quality life.

biography

Dr. Rafe C. Connors is an American Board of Thoracic Surgery board-certified Cardiothoracic Surgeon practicing at MountainStar Cardiovascular Surgery. located in Salt Lake City, Utah. Dr. Connors graduated from the University of Utah in Salt Lake...read more
  • Cardiothoracic Surgery

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

  • University Of Virginia Cardiothoracic Surgery

    Fellowship Hospital
  • University Of Utah General Surgery

    Residency Hospital
  • University Of Utah General Surgery

    Internship Hospital
  • University Of Utah School Of Medicine

    Medical School
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Thoracic Surgery®
Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
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  • Medical Journal Publications: Trauma, American Journal of Surgery, Journal of the American College of Surgeons, Journal of Cardiovascular Surgery

  • Society of Thoracic Surgeons

  • Chief Surgery Resident, University of Utah

  • Moeller Surgical Society

  • American College of Surgeons

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Timpanogos Regional Hospital

    750 W 800 N
    Orem, UT 84057

    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
  • St. Mark's Hospital

    1200 E 3900 S
    Salt Lake City, UT 84124
    Recipient of 10
    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

    View all awards

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

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    73%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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