Russell A. Carter
Expertise in
7
conditions

Dr. Russell A. Carter

Thoracic Surgery
1000 East Mountain Boulevard, 
Wilkes Barre, PA 
Accepting New Patients
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Expertise in
7
conditions
1000 East Mountain Boulevard, 
Wilkes Barre, PA 

Overview

Russell Carter, MD, is a cardiothoracic and vascular surgeon specializing in cardiothoracic surgery. Dr. Carter completed his medical degree, his residency in general surgery and fellowships in peripheral vascular surgery and cardiothoracic surgery at the University of Tennessee. Dr. Carter performs aortic aneurysm repair, coronary artery bypass surgery and heart valve repair and replacement, as well as ventricular assist device implantation. He also performs cutting-edge procedures such as transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR), and supports transcatheter mitral valve procedures. Dr. Carter is an active member and participating member in the Society of Thoracic Surgeons and the American College of Surgeons.

Dr. Carter is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Atrial Myxoma, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Aortic Valve Stenosis, Heart Valve Repair, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 6 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Carter is currently accepting new patients.

Graduate Institution

The University Of Tennessee - Memphis, 1988 - Doctor Of Medicine

Residency

The University of Tennessee - Memphis, 1993

Specialties

Thoracic Surgery

Licenses

Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in PA

Fellowships

The University of Tennessee - Memphis, 1999

Hospital Affiliations

Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Capital Blue Cross
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Geisinger
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Moda Health
  • EPO
  • PPO
PA Health and Wellness
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
UPMC
  • EPO
  • PPO
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Locations

Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center - Cardiothoracic Surgery
1000 East Mountain Boulevard, Wilkes Barre, PA 18711

Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Russell A. Carter

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Russell A. Carter?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Russell A. Carter by calling their office at 800-275-6401. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Russell A. Carter a top-rated expert for Atrial Myxoma?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Russell A. Carter is classified as an Advanced expert for Atrial Myxoma, 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. Russell A. Carter specialize in?

While Dr. Russell A. Carter is a Thoracic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Atrial Myxoma, Heart Valve Repair, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Thoracic Surgery.

Does Dr. Russell A. Carter accept my insurance?

Dr. Russell A. Carter accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 800-275-6401 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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