Overview
Dr. Woods is a cardiothoracic surgeon in the Johns Hopkins All Children’s Heart Institute in St. Petersburg, Florida. He joined the hospital staff in 2024. He was previously the surgical director of cardiac transplantation at Children’s Wisconsin in Milwaukee, and a professor of surgery in the Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery at Medical College of Wisconsin. Dr. Woods has published numerous peer-reviewed articles, books and chapters; given many talks regionally, nationally and internationally; and has served as a peer reviewer for many medical journals. He earned his medical degree from the University of Illinois College of Medicine. He completed a surgical residency at University of Washington Affiliated Hospitals in Seattle, followed by a pediatric surgery fellowship at Children’s Mercy Hospital in Kansas City. He then completed a thoracic surgery fellowship at University of Washington, followed by a specialty registrar in the Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery at Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children in London. He also earned his doctoral degree from the University of Illinois.
Dr. Woods is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Coarctation of the Aorta, Double Discordia, Transposition of the Great Arteries, Heart Transplant, and Thymectomy.
Dr. Woods is board certified in American Board Of Thoracic Surgery. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 127 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial.
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Suite 206, Saint Petersburg, FL 33701
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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Cardiovascular And Thoracic Surgery Clearwater
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Moffitt Cancer Center, Magnolia Campus
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Moffitt Cancer Center, Magnolia Campus
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Ronald Woods
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Ronald Woods?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Ronald Woods by calling their office at 727-822-6666. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Ronald Woods a top-rated expert for Coarctation of the Aorta?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Ronald Woods is classified as an Distinguished expert for Coarctation of the Aorta, 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. Ronald Woods specialize in?
While Dr. Ronald Woods is a Thoracic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Coarctation of the Aorta, Double Discordia, and Transposition of the Great Arteries. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Thoracic Surgery.
Does Dr. Ronald Woods participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Ronald Woods has published 127 articles and abstracts on conditions like Coarctation of the Aorta. You can view a list of Dr. Ronald Woods's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Ronald Woods accept my insurance?
Dr. Ronald Woods accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 727-822-6666 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Coarctation of the AortaDr. Woods isDistinguished. Learn about Coarctation of the Aorta.
- Double DiscordiaDr. Woods isDistinguished. Learn about Double Discordia.
- Transposition of the Great ArteriesDr. Woods isDistinguished. Learn about Transposition of the Great Arteries.
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- EndocarditisDr. Woods isAdvanced. Learn about Endocarditis.
- Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS)
- Pulmonary AtresiaDr. Woods isAdvanced. Learn about Pulmonary Atresia.
- Situs InversusDr. Woods isAdvanced. Learn about Situs Inversus.
- Total Anomalous Pulmonary Venous Return
- Ventricular Septal DefectsDr. Woods isAdvanced. Learn about Ventricular Septal Defects.
- Experienced
- Aortic RegurgitationDr. Woods isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Regurgitation.
- Aortic Valve StenosisDr. Woods isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Valve Stenosis.
- Congenital Heart Disease (CHD)Dr. Woods isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Heart Disease (CHD).
- DextrocardiaDr. Woods isExperienced. Learn about Dextrocardia.
- Dextrocardia with Situs InversusDr. Woods isExperienced. Learn about Dextrocardia with Situs Inversus.
- Ebstein's AnomalyDr. Woods isExperienced. Learn about Ebstein's Anomaly.