Overview
Dr. Craig completed his fellowship in cardiothoracic surgery at Harvard Medical School, training at the Massachusetts General Hospital and Boston Children's Hospital. Previously he completed a fellowship in vascular and endovascular surgery at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center in Memphis where he also completed his general surgery residency and received his medical degree. He completed his undergraduate education at Southern Adventist University in Chattanooga, TN. Dr. Craig previously served as the surgical director of cardiac transplantation and mechanical circulatory support at Baptist Memorial Hospital-Memphis. He is board certified in cardiothoracic surgery and vascular surgery.
Dr. Craig is highly rated in 25 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Aortic Valve Stenosis, Arterial Embolism, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Patent Foramen Ovale Repair.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 4 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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2525 De Sales Ave, Suite 1009, Chattanooga, TN 37404
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. John M. Craig
How do I make an appointment with Dr. John M. Craig?
You can book an appointment with Dr. John M. Craig by calling their office at 423-624-5200. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. John M. Craig a top-rated expert for Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. John M. Craig is classified as an Distinguished expert for Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, 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. John M. Craig specialize in?
While Dr. John M. Craig is a Thoracic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Aortic Valve Stenosis, and Arterial Embolism. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Thoracic Surgery.
Does Dr. John M. Craig participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. John M. Craig has published 4 articles and abstracts on conditions like Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm. You can view a list of Dr. John M. Craig's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. John M. Craig accept my insurance?
Dr. John M. Craig accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alliant Health. We recommend calling the office directly at 423-624-5200 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Thoracic Aortic AneurysmDr. Craig isDistinguished. Learn about Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm.
- Advanced
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA)Dr. Craig isAdvanced. Learn about Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA).
- Aortic Valve ReplacementDr. Craig isAdvanced. Learn about Aortic Valve Replacement.
- Aortic Valve StenosisDr. Craig isAdvanced. Learn about Aortic Valve Stenosis.
- Arterial EmbolismDr. Craig isAdvanced. Learn about Arterial Embolism.
- Arterial InsufficiencyDr. Craig isAdvanced. Learn about Arterial Insufficiency.
- Atrial MyxomaDr. Craig isAdvanced. Learn about Atrial Myxoma.
- Experienced
- Adenosine Deaminase 2 DeficiencyDr. Craig isExperienced. Learn about Adenosine Deaminase 2 Deficiency.
- Aneurysm RepairDr. Craig isExperienced. Learn about Aneurysm Repair.
- Anomalous Left Coronary Artery from the Pulmonary Artery
- Aortic DissectionDr. Craig isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Dissection.
- Aortic RegurgitationDr. Craig isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Regurgitation.
- Arterial Tortuosity SyndromeDr. Craig isExperienced. Learn about Arterial Tortuosity Syndrome.