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Dr. Richard Cartledge, MD

Dr. Richard Cartledge, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery*
25+ years of experience
(561) 284-8966

Dr. Richard Cartledge, MD is a cardiothoracic surgeon in Boca Raton, FL and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Medical College of Pennsylvania in 1995. He is affiliated with Boca Raton Regional Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.5 Star Rating
Based on 25 reviews 4.5 Star Rating (25 reviews)
(561) 284-8966
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801 Meadows Rd Ste 102
Boca Raton, FL 33486

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Baptist Health Cardiothoracic Surgery | Boca Raton

Baptist Health Cardiothoracic Surgery | Boca Raton801 Meadows Rd Ste 102 Boca Raton, FL 33486
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(561) 284-8966

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise • Dr. Cartledge specializes in the areas of Cardiovascular Surgery, Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery & Thoracic Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well • Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Trustworthy • Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews

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Dr. Cartledge's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Cartledge

4.5
25 ratings, 12 with a written review
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Dr Cartledge took his time and listened to everything I had to say. When it came time for the surgery he did the same thing. I never felt rushed. His team is fantastic
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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Sherrie – Dec 27, 2021
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How do you know that you went to a great Surgeon? Simple, when you can leave a review two months later. Dr Cartledge and his team are compassionate, caring people, they all made me feel comfortable and feel positive about getting Aortic Valve Replacement done. If you truly want the best, look no further, Dr Cartledge is the best @ Boca Regional Hospital. God Bless him for the work that he does ????
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Tony Chioffe – Dec 14, 2021
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The doctors in this office may be good doctors but his Office Manager, Jennifer, almost cost me my life. Dr. Cartledge went on medical leave and she kept me hanging for five months waiting for open heart surgery. Refused to tell me what was really going on and that the doctor may not ever perform surgery again.
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Karen Ruth – Dec 04, 2020
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Dr. Cartledge and his team of PA’s and ARNP’s were EXCELLENT in caring for my dad during his bypass surgery. They explained everything thoroughly and never rushed us. He and his PA Dan Teller took us through every step, and answered every question my family and I had. My dad had a critical situation and Dr. Cartledge’s decisive decision was everything you’d expect from a professional and saved my dad’s life. He is on point!I am a medical professional and he came highly recommended from the medical community! They did not steer me wrong. He exceeded every expectation and then some. He is such a caring doctor and even gave me his personal cell number if I needed anything for my dad. I only used it twice, but he responded quickly. I also called his answering service a time or two and his PA’s/ARNP and staff responded immediately! You will get exceptional care from Dr. Cartledge, his team, and everyone at Boca Raton Regional Hospital. I wouldn’t go anywhere else for my family or myself!!
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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Michelle in Boca Raton, FL – Jun 19, 2019
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Could not have asked for better care & experience with Dr.Cartledge & his staff. Had mitral valve repair. Has great rapport with all. You will hear nothing but positive responses as a person & surgeon.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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May 14, 2019
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The absolute best . None more caring or skilled.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 15, 2019
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He is the BEST !!!!!!
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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Joe G in Boca Raton – Jan 28, 2018
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Dr. Cartledge and his team of physicians, physician's assistants, and highly skilled nurses are a well oiled machine that runs on all cylinders. They provide the best quality care from top to bottom.
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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Michael Wargo in Deerfield Beach – Oct 11, 2017
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Dr. Cartledge replaced my aortic valve using a much less invasive procedure than other surgeons offered. He is a highly skilled, compassionate surgeon and does a good job of answering questions in a way anyone can understand. While the surgery went well, I did have a minor, non-life threatening post-op situation a month after. The doctor and his staff were always available and happy to do whatever was needed to get me through it. To me, that is the measure of a person with integrity.
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
4 others found this helpful
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Dan B. in Delray Beach, FL – Jul 29, 2017
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When in for simple heart procedure, only to wait up with 6" scars on side stomach and back . Chest tubes and collapsed lung . NEVER SEEN DOCTOR AGAIN, RELEASED FROM HOSPITAL 2 days later with pain pills and oxygen tanks for home. Never heard from doctor or his office . Needed to go to Westside to repair damage .
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
2 others found this helpful
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Ft Lauderdale, FL – May 01, 2017
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Almost in a moments notice he saved my life!!!! he removed a massive mass of fluid living between my heart and lung and was undetected....I have had a wonderful recovery!!! I would highly recommend him and his decisions on the spot...I'm most grateful!!! This hospital is lucky to have him!!!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
5 others found this helpful
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Eileen Zimmer in Boynton Beach – Feb 23, 2017
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Best dr
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
3 others found this helpful
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Feb 24, 2016
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  • Cardiothoracic Surgery

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  • Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center & The New York Hospital - Cornell Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital

  • Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center--thoracic Surgery

    Fellowship Hospital

  • The New York Hospital/cornell Medical Center--cardiac Surgery

    Fellowship Hospital

  • Mercer University School Of Medicine/medical Center Of Central Georgia

    Residency Hospital

  • The Medical Center Of Central Georgia

    Internship Hospital

  • Medical College Of Pennsylvania

    Medical School, 1995
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Medical Specialties
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Cardiovascular Surgery†
American Board of Thoracic Surgery
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Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
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Thoracic Surgery†
†Self designated 
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  • Combined Panendoscopy With Laparotomy in Peutz-Jeghers Syndrome, Werner AM, Cartledge RG, Ashley DW, 1998; 12(5): 631, 1998

  • Cells isolated from adult human skeletal muscle are capable of differentiating into multiple mesodermal phenotypes, Williams JT, Souza J, Cartledge RG, January 1999; 65(1): 22-26, 1999

  • Successful Surgical Treatment of Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection, Lande JE, Cartledge RG, Johnson JH, 2001; 58:316-318, 2001

  • Listed in "Yearbook 2000", 2000

  • Surgery Teaching Resident of the Year, Mercer University School of Medicine, General Surgery Residency, 1999

  • Listed in "Americas Top Surgeons", 2007

  • Surgery Resident of the Year, Mercer University School of Medicine, General Surgery Residency, 1997

  • Surgery Resident of the Year, Mercer University School of Medicine, General Surgery Residency, 1998

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Boca Raton Regional Hospital

    800 Meadows Rd
    Boca Raton, FL 33486
    Recipient of 6
    hospital awards

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

    79%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% lower than the national average

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

    5% lower than the national average

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