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Dr. Hector Dox, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery* Age 61
Dr. Hector Dox, MD
3.8 (27 Ratings)
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Dr. Hector Dox, MD is a Cardiothoracic Surgeon in Creve Coeur, MO.
Dr. Hector Dox, MD
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Dr. Hector Dox, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery* Age 61
Creve Coeur, MO
Accepting new patients
36 years of experience
Dr. Hector Dox, MD is a Cardiothoracic Surgeon in Creve Coeur, MO.

About

Dr. Dox graduated from University of Puerto Rico / Medical Sciences Campus in 1988 and completed a residency at The Ohio State University Medical Center Cardiothoracic Surgery Training Program.Dr. Hector Dox, MD is a Cardiothoracic Surgeon in Creve Coeur, MO and has 36 years experience. Dr. Dox currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Mercy Hospital St. Louis. Dr. Dox has experience treating conditions like Pleural Effusion among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Dox received an average rating of 3.8/5 from patients and has been reviewed 27 times. Dr. Dox's office accepts new patients. Dr. Dox also speaks Spanish. Dr. Dox is board certified in Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Pleural Effusion
Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) Surgery
Thoracentesis
Pleural Effusion
Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) Surgery
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Acute Coronary Syndrome
Aortic Aneurysm
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Atrial Fibrillation
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Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
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Paroxysmal Atrial Fibrillation
Patent Foramen Ovale (PFO)
Peripheral Edema
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Rheumatic Tricuspid Disease
Systolic Heart Failure
Venous Embolism and Thrombosis
Aortic Valve Surgery
Cardiac Catheterization with Robotic Assist
Cardioverter-Defibrillator or Pacemaker Insertion, Removal or Repair
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Maze Procedure
Open Lung Resection or Removal
Peripheral Artery Catheterization
Tracheal Surgery
Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR)
Valve Repair or Replacement (Aortic, Mitral, Tricuspid, and Pulmonary)
Vascular Duplex Ultrasonography and Plethysmography
Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA)
Acute Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Acute Venous Embolism Thrombosis
Alcoholic Cardiomyopathy
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Coronary Vessel Malformation
Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
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Empyema
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Endocarditis
Esophageal Cancer
Esophageal Diseases
Head and Neck Cancer
Heart Disease
Hypertensive Heart without Failure
Iliac Aneurysm
Interstitial Lung Disease
Lung Cancer
Lymphedema
Malignant Heart Tumors
Malignant Mediastinal Tumor
Median Arcuate Ligament Syndrome (MALS)
Metastatic Respiratory System Cancer
Mitral and Aortic Valve Disorder
Mitral Valve Stenosis
Noninfective Endocarditis
Nonrheumatic Mitral Stenosis
Nonrheumatic Tricuspid Disease
Patent Ductus Arteriosus
Pericardial Disease
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
Peripheral Arterial Disease of Extremities
Peripheral Arterial Dissection
Peripheral Arterial Embolism and Thrombosis
Phlebitis and Thrombophlebitis
Pleura Cancer
Pleural Cancer
Pneumonitis
Pulmonary Disease
Pulmonary Embolism
Renal Artery Arteriosclerotic Disease
Rheumatic Aortic Valve Disorders
Rheumatic Mitral Stenosis
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Secondary Hypertension
Septal Defect
Septic Embolism
Spider Veins
Spontaneous Pneumothorax
Subacute Endocarditis
Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
Thoracoabdominal Aortic Aneurysm
Thrombosis
Thymomas
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Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
Typical Atrial Flutter
Varicose Veins
Vascular Disease
Venous Compression
Venous Insufficiency
Ventricular Fibrillation
Ventricular Septal Defect
Ventricular Tachycardia (VT)
Ablation for Cardiac Arrhythmias
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Aneurysm Repair
Aortic Arch Repair
Aortic Repair
Arterial Catheterization with Robotic Assist
Arteriovenous Fistula Repair
Atrial Tissue Ablation
Automatic Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator (ICD) Implantation
Cardiac Electrophysiology
Carotid Artery Stent Placement
Carotid Endarterectomy (CEA) or Excision of Infected Graft
Coronary Thrombectomy
Decortication and Pleurectomy
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Embolectomy, Thrombectomy, or Vessel Exploration
Endovascular Repair of Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
Endovascular Repair of Aorta
Endovascular Repair of Thoracic Aorta
Esophageal Surgery
Excision of Tracheal Tumor or Stenosis
Head and Neck Surgery
Heart Defect Repair
Heart Surgery
Heart Valvuloplasty of Mitral Valve Without Replacement
Hernia Repair
Impella Device
Incision and Removal of Foreign Object
Insertion of Epicardial Lead for Pacemaker or Cardioverter and Defibrillator
Laparotomy
Left Ventricular Assist Device (LVAD)
Lobectomy of Lung with Robotic Assist
Lung Surgery
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Lymphadenectomy with Robotic Assist
Mitral Valve Prosthetic Implantation
Mitral Valve Repair
Mitral Valve Replacement
Mitral Valve Surgery
Non-Coronary Angioplasty, Atherectomy, and Stenting
Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Open Lobectomy
Open Lung Removal
Open Segmentectomy
Open Thymectomy
Pacemaker Insertion or Replacement
Pancoast Tumor Excision
Peripheral Artery Bypass
Port Placements or Replacements
Removal or Revision of Pacemaker or Cardioverter and-or Defibrillator
Thoracoscopic Lobectomy
Thoracoscopic Lobectomy Robotic Assist
Thoracoscopic Segmentectomy
Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection
Thromboendarterectomy or Excision of Infected Graft
Tricuspid Valve Surgery
Vascular Surgical Procedure
Vascular Transcatheter Embolization
Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) or Thoracotomy

Insurance Accepted

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  • Amerigroup (Wellpoint)
  • Community Health Choice
  • Staywell (Wellcare)
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  • Medical Mutual of Ohio
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  • American Republic
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  • Simply Healthcare Plans
  • United Healthcare
  • IN Total Health

Locations

  1. 1 Office
    625 S New Ballas Rd Ste R7040, Creve Coeur, MO 63141
  2. 2 Mercy Clinic South Heart and Vascular Physicians
    10012 Kennerly Rd Ste 403, Saint Louis, MO 63128
  3. 3 Mercy Clinic East Communities
    901 Patients First Dr, Washington, MO 63090
  4. 4 Office
    255 Baptist Blvd Ste 401, Columbus, MS 39705

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3.8
Based on 27 Reviews
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Patient Reviews
Aug 28, 2024
This man saved my husbands life. I can’t say enough about him and his team. They called me at each step of the procedure to update me how he was doing, two of the calls directly from Dr Dox himself. I don’t know ANY doctor that cares so much for their patients and the family! Absolutely love him!!
Carla D. — Aug 28, 2024
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About Me

Languages Spoken
Spanish
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Cardiothoracic Surgery
Thoracic Surgery
General Surgery
Vascular Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Puerto Rico / Medical Sciences Campus
    1988
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
  • University Puerto Rico Hosps
    1989
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • The Ohio State University Medical Center Cardiothoracic Surgery Training Program
    1997
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • UCLA Medical Center, Division Of Ct Surgery. Pediatric Heart Surgery & Transplantation
    1998
Fellowship Hospital
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Frequently Asked Questions

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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. Hector Dox, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Dox's profile.

Dr. Hector Dox, MD is affiliated with Mercy Hospital St. Louis.

Yes, Dr. Hector Dox, MD holds board certification in Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Mercy Hospital St. Louis

    615 S New Ballas Rd, Saint Louis, MO