Overview
Craig R. Hampton, MD, FACS, is board certified in general and cardiothoracic surgery and is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons. He is a diplomate of the American Board of Thoracic Surgery and a member of the Society of Thoracic Surgeons. Dr. Hampton has published numerous related topics including stentless aortic valve replacement andmitral valve repair.After finishing medical school at the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis, Dr. Hampton performed residencies in general surgery, cardiothoracic surgery, and served as chief surgical resident at the University of Washington in Seattle. He also earned an NIH-funded research fellowship in cardiovascular surgery. Prior to joining St. Joseph Cardiothoracic Surgeons in 2010, Dr. Hampton practiced cardiac surgery at St. Luke's Hospital in Duluth, Minnesota.Dr. Hampton is interested in all aspects of adult cardiac surgery including aortic root pathology, aortic surgery, arrhythmia surgery, coronary surgery, and valve repairs and replacements.
Dr. Hampton is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Mitral Stenosis, Heart Tumor, Heart Valve Repair, and Heart Bypass Surgery.
Dr. Hampton is board certified in General Surgery and Cardiothoracic Surgery. Dr. Hampton is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
1802 S Yakima Ave, Suite 102, Tacoma, WA 98405
Swedish Thoracic Surgery - First Hill
Dr. Farivar is a multiple time recipient of the Seattle Top Doctor Award and most recently received the 2023 Seattle Magazine Top Doc Award. Dr. Farivar has a broad-based thoracic surgery practice. He enjoys helping patients and their families through their healthcare journey. He takes great effort to incorporate the needs and beliefs of patients and their families in his treatment plans. Dr. Farivar has a particular interest in lung and esophageal disorders, including cancer treatment. He also has interests in the appropriate use of robotic surgery to address thoracic surgery pathology, as well as malignant pleural mesothelioma. Dr. Farivar is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hiatal Hernia, Diaphragmatic Hernia, Hernia, Hernia Surgery, and Endoscopy. Dr. Farivar is board certified in American Board Of Surgery and American Board Of Thoracic Surgery. Dr. Farivar is currently accepting new patients.
Swedish Thoracic Surgery - First Hill
Dr. Louie most recently received the 2024 Thoracic Surgery Top Doc designation and has received the Seattle Top Doc award for multiple consecutive years. Philosophy of care: Dr. Louie’s practice involves all aspects of general thoracic surgery including the lung, esophagus, stomach and mediastinum. He has particular interests in minimally invasive surgery that involves the use of laparoscopy, robotics and endoscopy for both cancer and non-cancerous diseases. He believes that care is about helping patients and their families understand their illness and guiding them in selecting treatment that is appropriate and individualized for the patient at his or her stage of life. Dr. Louie is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hiatal Hernia, Diaphragmatic Hernia, Hernia, Hernia Surgery, and Endoscopy. Dr. Louie is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Louie is currently accepting new patients.
Swedish Cardiac Surgery
Dr. Lehr is a perennial Seattle Met Top Doctor Award winner. Dr. Lehr is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Aortic Valve Stenosis, Aortic Regurgitation, Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG), and Heart Bypass Surgery. Dr. Lehr is board certified in Cardiac Surgery. Dr. Lehr is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Craig R. Hampton
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Craig R. Hampton?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Craig R. Hampton by calling their office at 253-272-7777. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Craig R. Hampton a top-rated expert for Mitral Valve Regurgitation?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Craig R. Hampton is classified as an Advanced expert for Mitral Valve Regurgitation, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Craig R. Hampton specialize in?
While Dr. Craig R. Hampton is a Thoracic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Heart Valve Repair, and Mitral Stenosis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Thoracic Surgery.
Does Dr. Craig R. Hampton accept my insurance?
Dr. Craig R. Hampton accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Cambia Health Solutions. We recommend calling the office directly at 253-272-7777 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Advanced
- Atrial MyxomaDr. Hampton isAdvanced. Learn about Atrial Myxoma.
- Heart Bypass SurgeryDr. Hampton isAdvanced. Learn about Heart Bypass Surgery.
- Heart TumorDr. Hampton isAdvanced. Learn about Heart Tumor.
- Heart Valve RepairDr. Hampton isAdvanced. Learn about Heart Valve Repair.
- Mitral StenosisDr. Hampton isAdvanced. Learn about Mitral Stenosis.
- Mitral Valve ProlapseDr. Hampton isAdvanced. Learn about Mitral Valve Prolapse.
- Experienced
- Anomalous Left Coronary Artery from the Pulmonary Artery
- Aortic DissectionDr. Hampton isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Dissection.
- Aortic RegurgitationDr. Hampton isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Regurgitation.
- Aortic Valve ReplacementDr. Hampton isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Valve Replacement.
- Aortic Valve StenosisDr. Hampton isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Valve Stenosis.
- Arterial EmbolismDr. Hampton isExperienced. Learn about Arterial Embolism.