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Dr. James Heller, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery* Age 74
Dr. James Heller, MD
3.1 (9 Ratings)
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Dr. James Heller, MD is a Cardiothoracic Surgeon in Edison, NJ.
Dr. James Heller, MD
3.1 (9 Ratings)
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Dr. James Heller, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery* Age 74
Edison, NJ
Accepting new patients
48 years of experience
Dr. James Heller, MD is a Cardiothoracic Surgeon in Edison, NJ.

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Dr. Heller graduated from Tufts University in 1976 and completed a residency at UMDNJ - University Hospital.Dr. James Heller, MD is a Cardiothoracic Surgeon in Edison, NJ and has 48 years experience. Dr. Heller currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with JFK University Medical Center. At present, Dr. Heller received an average rating of 3.1/5 from patients and has been reviewed 9 times. Dr. Heller's office accepts new patients. Dr. Heller is board certified in Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Cardioverter-Defibrillator or Pacemaker Insertion, Removal or Repair
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Cardioverter-Defibrillator or Pacemaker Insertion, Removal or Repair
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Chest CT (incl. Heart and Lungs)
Cardioverter-Defibrillator or Pacemaker Insertion, Removal or Repair
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
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Acute Coronary Syndrome
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Mediastinal Tumors
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Mitral Valve Disease
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Nonrheumatic Tricuspid Disease
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Secondary Hypertension
Septal Defect
Spontaneous Pneumothorax
Subacute Endocarditis
Systolic Heart Failure
Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
Ventricular Septal Defect
Ventricular Tachycardia (VT)
Arterial Catheterization with Robotic Assist
Bronchoscopy
Bronchoscopy with Robotic Assist
Cardiac Catheterization (incl. Coronary Angiography)
Cardiac Catheterization with Robotic Assist
Cardiac Myocardial Perfusion Imaging
Decortication and Pleurectomy
Lobectomy
Lobectomy of Lung with Robotic Assist
Lung Removal
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Lymphadenectomy with Robotic Assist
Lymphadenectomy With Robotic Assistance
Non Invasive Mechanical Ventilatn Robotic Assist
Open Lobectomy
Open Lung Removal
Open Lung Resection or Removal
Pacemaker Insertion or Replacement
Partial Lobectomy
Partial Lobectomy with Robotic Assist
Peripheral Artery Catheterization
Port Placements or Replacements
Removal or Revision of Pacemaker or Cardioverter and-or Defibrillator
Thoracoscopic Excision of Lung With Robotic Assistance
Thoracoscopic Lobectomy
Thoracoscopic Segmentectomy
Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection
Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection Robotic Assist
Tracheal Surgery
Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) or Thoracotomy

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    Regional Preferred POS Plus
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    Options PPO
    Nexus Open Access
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    Choice Plus POS
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    Choice Plus POS II
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    AWH NJ Choice MultiTier POS II
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Locations

  1. 1 DR. Gao's Pediatrics P.A.
    98 James St Ste 100, Edison, NJ 08820
  2. 2 Carepoint Health Bayonne Medical Center
    29 E 29th St, Bayonne, NJ 07002
  3. 3 Luca De Simone Kidney Disease Specialists LLC
    102 James St Ste 302, Edison, NJ 08820

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Heller
3.1
Based on 9 Reviews
5 Stars (4)
4 Stars (1)
3 Stars (0)
2 Stars (0)
1 Star (4)

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Patient Reviews
May 23, 2019
My experience went well, I understood everything he explained about my up coming surgery each time I called with a question he returned my call, the wait time was 5 minutes in his office I felt relaxed that I chose him as my surgeon, although I still would like a 2nd opion.
— May 23, 2019
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Specialties*
Cardiothoracic Surgery
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Tufts University
    1976
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
    1977
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • UMDNJ - University Hospital
    1992
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
    1981
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. James Heller, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Heller's profile.

Dr. James Heller, MD is affiliated with JFK University Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. James Heller, MD holds board certification in Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • JFK University Medical Center

    65 James St, Edison, NJ