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Dr. George Hughes, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery* Age 56
Dr. George Hughes, MD
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Dr. George Hughes, MD is a Cardiothoracic Surgeon in Durham, NC.
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Dr. George Hughes, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery* Age 56
Durham, NC
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29 years of experience
Dr. George Hughes, MD is a Cardiothoracic Surgeon in Durham, NC.

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Dr. Hughes graduated from Duke University School of Medicine in 1995 and completed a residency at Duke University Hospital.Dr. George Hughes, MD is a Cardiothoracic Surgeon in Durham, NC and has 29 years experience. Dr. Hughes currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Duke University Hospital. Dr. Hughes has experience treating conditions like Aortic Aneurysm among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Hughes received an average rating of 4.7/5 from patients and has been reviewed 12 times. Dr. Hughes' office is not accepting new patients. Dr. Hughes is board certified in Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Chest CT (incl. Heart and Lungs)
Aortic Aneurysm
Cardiac MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) of Heart or Chest
Chest CT (incl. Heart and Lungs)
Aortic Aneurysm
Cardiac MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) of Heart or Chest
Chest CT (incl. Heart and Lungs)
Aortic Aneurysm
Cardiac MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) of Heart or Chest
Aortic Dissection
Aortic Valve Disease
Aortic Valve Regurgitation
Congenital Aortic Valve Disorders
Congenital Heart Defects
Thoracoabdominal Aortic Aneurysm
Aortic Arch Repair
Aortic Repair
Aortic Valve Surgery
Valve Repair or Replacement (Aortic, Mitral, Tricuspid, and Pulmonary)
Marfan Syndrome
Pleural Effusion
Maze Procedure
Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR)
Aortic Ectasia
Atrial Fibrillation
Carotid Artery Disease
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Hypertensive Heart with Failure
Hypertensive Heart without Failure
Mitral and Aortic Valve Disorder
Mitral Valve Disease
Mitral Valve Regurgitation
Paroxysmal Atrial Fibrillation
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
Pulmonary Valve Disease
Rheumatic Aortic Valve Disorders
Rheumatic Tricuspid Disease
Automatic Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator (ICD) Implantation
Cardiac Catheterization (incl. Coronary Angiography)
Cardiac Catheterization with Robotic Assist
Cardioverter-Defibrillator or Pacemaker Insertion, Removal or Repair
Coronary Artery Bypass with Robotic Assist
Acute Coronary Syndrome
Adult Congenital Heart Disease
Aneurysm
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Aneurysm of Heart
Aortic Embolism and Thrombosis
Aortic Stenosis
Aortopulmonary Septal Defect
Atrial Septal Defect
Biventricular Heart Failure
Cardiac Tamponade
Coarctation of the Aorta
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Endocarditis
Heart Attack (Acute Myocardial Infarction)
Interstitial Lung Disease
Lung Cancer
Metastatic Respiratory System Cancer
Mitral Valve Stenosis
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Noninfective Endocarditis
Nonrheumatic Tricuspid Disease
Patent Foramen Ovale (PFO)
Pericardial Disease
Pneumonitis
Pulmonary Embolism
Pulmonary Venous Return Anomaly
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Secondary Hypertension
Septal Defect
Subacute Endocarditis
Systolic Heart Failure
Tetralogy of Fallot
Ventricular Fibrillation
Ventricular Septal Defect
Ventricular Tachycardia (VT)
Ablation for Cardiac Arrhythmias
Aneurysm Repair
Arterial Catheterization with Robotic Assist
Carotid Artery Stent Placement
Carotid Endarterectomy (CEA) or Excision of Infected Graft
Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) Surgery
Endovascular Repair of Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
Endovascular Repair of Aorta
Endovascular Repair of Thoracic Aorta
Heart Defect Repair
Impella Device
Insertion of Left Ventricular Lead for Pacemaker or Cardioverter and Defibrillator
Left Ventricular Assist Device (LVAD)
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Mitral Valve Surgery
Non-Coronary Angioplasty, Atherectomy, and Stenting
Pacemaker Insertion or Replacement
Peripheral Artery Catheterization
Port Placements or Replacements
Removal or Revision of Pacemaker or Cardioverter and-or Defibrillator
Thoracentesis
Thromboendarterectomy or Excision of Infected Graft
Tracheal Surgery

Insurance Accepted

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  • Curative PPO
    Curative EPO
    Curative PPO Plus
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
  • Superior Health Plan
  • Cigna PPO
    Open Access Plus
  • HealthyBlue 2.0
    HealthyBlue Advantage
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  • MultiPlan PPO
  • National (BlueCard) PPO
  • Aetna
    Choice Plus POS II
  • Choice Care PPO

Locations

  1. 1 Private Diagnostic Clinic PLLC
    40 Duke Medicine Cir, Durham, NC 27710
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (919) 681-1400
  2. 2 UNC Health Southeastern Foundation
    403 W 27th St, Lumberton, NC 28358
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (919) 684-8111
  3. 3 Durham VA Medical Center
    508 Fulton St, Durham, NC 27705
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (919) 286-0411
  4. 4 Duke Children's Hospital & Health Center
    2301 Erwin Rd, Durham, NC 27705
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (407) 667-0444
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    Sunday
    Closed Open 24 Hours

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Hughes
4.7
Based on 12 Reviews
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Apr 02, 2024
Dr. Hughes is very personable, easy to understand, concerned and knowledgeable.
Virginian2 — Apr 02, 2024
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Specialties*
Cardiothoracic Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Duke University School of Medicine
    1995
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
Board Certifications
What’s a board certification and why is it important that my provider has one?

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
  • Duke University Hospital
    1996
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Duke University Hospital
    2002
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Duke University Hospital
Fellowship Hospital
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A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

New patients are generally accepted by Dr. George Hughes, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Hughes' profile.

Dr. George Hughes, MD is affiliated with Duke University Hospital.

Yes, Dr. George Hughes, MD holds board certification in Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Duke University Hospital

    2100 Erwin Rd, Durham, NC