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Dr. John Thurber, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery* Age 66
Dr. John Thurber, MD
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Dr. John Thurber, MD is a Cardiothoracic Surgeon in Birmingham, AL.
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Dr. John Thurber, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery* Age 66
Birmingham, AL
Accepting new patients
Dr. John Thurber, MD is a Cardiothoracic Surgeon in Birmingham, AL.

About

Dr. Thurber graduated from Tulane University School of Medicine and completed a residency at National Naval Medical Center. Dr. John Thurber, MD is a Cardiothoracic Surgeon in Birmingham, AL. Dr. Thurber currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Shelby Baptist Medical Center. Dr. Thurber has experience treating conditions like Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax) among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Thurber received an average rating of 5.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 3 times. Dr. Thurber's office accepts new patients. Dr. Thurber is board certified in Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Pleural Effusion
Thoracentesis
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Pleural Effusion
Thoracentesis
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Pleural Effusion
Thoracentesis
Acute Coronary Syndrome
Aortic Aneurysm
Aortic Valve Disease
Aortic Valve Regurgitation
Atrial Fibrillation
Carotid Artery Disease
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Heart Attack (Acute Myocardial Infarction)
Hypertensive Heart with Failure
Lung Cancer
Mitral Valve Disease
Mitral Valve Regurgitation
Paroxysmal Atrial Fibrillation
Aortic Valve Surgery
Arterial Catheterization with Robotic Assist
Cardiac Catheterization (incl. Coronary Angiography)
Carotid Endarterectomy (CEA) or Excision of Infected Graft
Chest CT (incl. Heart and Lungs)
Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) Surgery
Coronary Artery Bypass with Robotic Assist
Decortication and Pleurectomy
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Maze Procedure
Open Lung Resection or Removal
Peripheral Artery Catheterization
Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection
Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR)
Valve Repair or Replacement (Aortic, Mitral, Tricuspid, and Pulmonary)
Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) or Thoracotomy
Adult Congenital Heart Disease
Aneurysm
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Aneurysm of Heart
Aortic Dissection
Aortic Ectasia
Aortic Embolism and Thrombosis
Aortic Stenosis
Benign Heart Tumors
Benign Lung Neoplasms
Benign Mediastinal Tumor
Cardiac Tamponade
Congenital Aortic Valve Disorders
Congenital Heart Defects
Congenital Heart Disease
Coronary Artery Aneurysm
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Empyema
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Endocarditis
Esophageal Cancer
Hypertensive Heart without Failure
Interstitial Lung Disease
Lung Abscess
Malignant Mediastinal Tumor
Mediastinal Tumors
Metastatic Respiratory System Cancer
Mitral and Aortic Valve Disorder
Mitral Valve Stenosis
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Noninfective Endocarditis
Patent Ductus Arteriosus
Pericardial Disease
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
Pleura Cancer
Pleural Cancer
Pneumonitis
Pulmonary Embolism
Pulmonary Insufficiency
Rheumatic Aortic Valve Disorders
Rheumatic Mitral Stenosis
Rheumatic Tricuspid Disease
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Secondary Hypertension
Systolic Heart Failure
Thoracoabdominal Aortic Aneurysm
Ventricular Tachycardia (VT)
Ablation for Cardiac Arrhythmias
Aneurysm Repair
Aortic Arch Repair
Aortic Repair
Atherectomy
Atrial Tissue Ablation
Automatic Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator (ICD) Implantation
Cardiac Catheterization with Robotic Assist
Cardioverter-Defibrillator or Pacemaker Insertion, Removal or Repair
Carotid Artery Stent Placement
Endovascular Repair of Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
Endovascular Repair of Aorta
Endovascular Repair of Thoracic Aorta
Excision of Esophageal Lesion
Heart Defect Repair
Heart Valvuloplasty of Mitral Valve Without Replacement
Insertion of Epicardial Lead for Pacemaker or Cardioverter and Defibrillator
Insertion of Left Ventricular Lead for Pacemaker or Cardioverter and Defibrillator
Lobectomy of Lung with Robotic Assist
Lymphadenectomy with Robotic Assist
Mitral Valve Bicuspidization
Mitral Valve Prosthetic Implantation
Mitral Valve Repair
Mitral Valve Replacement
Mitral Valve Surgery
Non Invasive Mechanical Ventilatn Robotic Assist
Non-Coronary Angioplasty, Atherectomy, and Stenting
Open Lobectomy
Open Lung Removal
Pacemaker Insertion or Replacement
Pancoast Tumor Excision
Partial Lobectomy
Partial Lobectomy with Robotic Assist
Port Placements or Replacements
Sympathectomy
Thoracoscopic Excision of Lung With Robotic Assistance
Thoracoscopic Lobectomy
Thoracoscopic Lobectomy Robotic Assist
Thoracoscopic Thymectomy
Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection Robotic Assist
Thromboendarterectomy or Excision of Infected Graft
Tracheal Surgery
Tricuspid Valve Surgery

Insurance Accepted

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Locations

  1. 1 STV Cardiothoracic Surgeons LLC
    3056 Healthy Way Ste 100, Birmingham, AL 35243
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (205) 930-2925
  2. 2 Brookwood Baptist Medical Center
    2010 Brookwood Medical Ctr Dr, Birmingham, AL 35209
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (205) 877-1000
  3. 3 Office
    1004 1st St N Ste 270, Alabaster, AL 35007
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (205) 620-7523
  4. 4 Cardio-Thoracic Surgeons PC
    2871 Acton Rd Ste 100, Vestavia, AL 35243
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (205) 716-6900
  5. 5 Shelby Baptist Health Center Endocrinology
    1010 1st St N Ste 250, Alabaster, AL 35007
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (205) 620-7523

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Aug 10, 2024
Made me feel comfortable with my surgery, which was very extensive. Very skilled surgeon. Thank you Lord for bringing this man and his team into my life.
ILLovoy — Aug 10, 2024
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Specialties*
Cardiothoracic Surgery
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Tulane University School of Medicine
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?

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Residency

Residency Hospital
  • National Naval Medical Center
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • University of Alabama at Birmingham
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. John Thurber, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Thurber's profile.

Dr. Thurber frequently treats the following conditions: Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax). See more on Sharecare.

Dr. John Thurber, MD is affiliated with Shelby Baptist Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. John Thurber, MD holds board certification in Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Shelby Baptist Medical Center

    1000 1st St N, Alabaster, AL