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Dr. James Headrick, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery*
Dr. James Headrick, MD
5.0 (46 Ratings)

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Dr. James Headrick, MD is a Cardiothoracic Surgery Specialist in Chattanooga, TN.
Dr. James Headrick, MD
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Dr. James Headrick, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery*
Chattanooga, TN
Accepting new patients
33 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. James Headrick, MD is a Cardiothoracic Surgery Specialist in Chattanooga, TN.
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Dr. James Headrick, MD is a Cardiothoracic Surgery Specialist in Chattanooga, TN and has 33 years experience. They graduated from University of Tennessee College of Medicine in 1991 and completed a residency at University Tenn/Erlanger.They currently practice at CHI Memorial Thoracic Oncology Associates and are affiliated with CHI Memorial Hospital Chattanooga and Parkridge Medical Center. Dr. Headrick has experience treating conditions like Pleural Effusion and Lung Cancer among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Headrick received an average rating of 5.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 46 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Headrick is board certified in General Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Locations

  1. 1 CHI Memorial Thoracic Oncology Associates
    2108 E 3rd St Ste 300, Chattanooga, TN 37404
    Monday
    09:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    09:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    09:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    09:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    09:00 - 15:00
  2. 2 The Chattanooga Heart Institute
    2108 E 3rd St Ste 300, Chattanooga, TN 37404
    Monday
    09:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    09:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    09:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    09:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    09:00 - 15:00

Experience and Background Check

Pleural Effusion
Chest CT (incl. Heart and Lungs)
Lung Cancer
Pleural Effusion
Chest CT (incl. Heart and Lungs)
Lung Cancer
Esophageal Cancer
Decortication and Pleurectomy
Thoracentesis
Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) or Thoracotomy
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Aortic Aneurysm
Aortic Ectasia
Atrial Fibrillation
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Empyema
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Interstitial Lung Disease
Metastatic Respiratory System Cancer
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Paroxysmal Atrial Fibrillation
Partial Lung Collapse
Pericardial Disease
Pleura Cancer
Pleural Cancer
Bronchoscopy
Bronchoscopy with Robotic Assist
Closed Endoscopic Biopsy of Bronchus With Robotic Assistance
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Maze Procedure
Partial Lobectomy
Thoracoscopic Lobectomy
Thoracoscopic Lobectomy Robotic Assist
Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection
Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection Robotic Assist
Adult Small Cell Lung Cancer
Aortic Dissection
Aortic Valve Disease
Atrial Septal Defect
Benign Lung Neoplasms
Benign Mediastinal Tumor
Benign Tumor
Bronchioalveolar Carcinoma
Bronchogenic Carcinoma
Cancer
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Cardiac Tamponade
Chylothorax
Clear Cell Adenocarcinoma
Congenital Heart Defects
Constrictive Pericarditis
Esophageal Diseases
Esophageal Diverticulum
Esophageal Fistula
Heart Attack (Acute Myocardial Infarction)
Hypertensive Heart with Failure
Lung Abscess
Malignant Mediastinal Tumor
Mediastinal Tumors
Mitral and Aortic Valve Disorder
Mitral Valve Disease
Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
Patent Foramen Ovale (PFO)
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
Pleural Neoplasm
Pneumonitis
Pulmonary Embolism
Respiratory System Cancer
Rheumatic Tricuspid Disease
Septic Embolism
Small Cell Lung Cancer
Spontaneous Pneumothorax
Systolic Heart Failure
Thymomas
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Ventricular Fibrillation
Ventricular Tachycardia (VT)
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Acid Reflux Surgery
Arterial Catheterization with Robotic Assist
Cardiac Catheterization (incl. Coronary Angiography)
Cardiac Catheterization with Robotic Assist
Cardiac Myocardial Perfusion Imaging
Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) Surgery
Coronary Artery Bypass with Robotic Assist
Esophageal Surgery
Esophagomyotomy
Esophagomyotomy with Robotic Assist
Excision of Esophageal Lesion
Incision and Removal of Foreign Object
Lobectomy
Lung Surgery
Lymphadenectomy With Robotic Assistance
Minimally Invasive Thymectomy
Open Lung Resection or Removal
Open Thymectomy
Segmentectomy
Sympathectomy
Thoracoscopic Excision of Lung With Robotic Assistance
Thoracoscopic Segmentectomy
Thoracoscopic Thymectomy
Thymectomy
Tracheal Surgery

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Aug 17, 2022
Office staff pleasant and work well to schedule visit. Doctor explained everything very well and answered all questions. Never felt rushed. Short term and long term plan of care discussed including my input. Quick response time to office calls with questions and medication refills.
— Aug 17, 2022
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  • Choice Plus POS
    Options PPO
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About Me

Care Philosophy
  • In accordance with my Cardiac-Thoracic training at Mayo Clinic I have always practiced with the Clinic?s motto close to my heart, ?the patient?s interest is the best and only interest to be considered.? Illness weighs heavy on the patient, affecting al

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Biography
  • Dr. James Headrick, MD is a cardiothoracic surgery specialist in Chattanooga, TN and has over 32 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Tennessee College of Medicine in 1991. He specializes in Cardiothoracic Surgery.
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Specialties*
Cardiothoracic Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Medical Education

Medical Education
  • University of Tennessee College of Medicine
    1991
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • General Surgery, Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery and Thoracic Surgery
Board Certifications
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A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.

Internship

Internship
  • University Tenn
    1992
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • University Tenn/Erlanger
    1997
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Mayo Clinic Rochester
    2000
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. James Headrick, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Headrick's profile.

Dr. Headrick frequently treats the following conditions: Pleural Effusion and Lung Cancer. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. James Headrick, MD is affiliated with CHI Memorial Hospital Chattanooga and Parkridge Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. James Headrick, MD holds board certification in General Surgery, Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery and Thoracic Surgery.

Dr. Headrick has over 33 years of healthcare experience.

Hospital Affiliations

  • CHI Memorial Hospital Chattanooga

    2525 Desales Ave, Chattanooga, TN

  • Parkridge Medical Center

    2333 McCallie Ave, Chattanooga, TN

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