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Dr. Ben Barton, MD

Dr. Ben Barton, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Ben Barton, MD is a cardiothoracic surgeon in Knoxville, TN and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Tennessee College of Medicine in 1980. He is affiliated with University of Tennessee Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

3.8 Star Rating
Based on 10 reviews 3.8 Star Rating (10 reviews)

Practice

1940 Alcoa Hwy Ste E260 Knoxville, TN 37920

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At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Barton specializes in the areas of Cardiovascular Surgery, Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery & Thoracic Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. See reviews
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Dr. Barton's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Barton

3.8

10 ratings, 10 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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No name – Nov 13, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Janet Norton – Feb 23, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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James – Mar 28, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
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Andre Bishop (Call me I dare you UT) – Aug 01, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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May 23, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Chris – Nov 09, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Isaac Ike Ladd in Franklin TN – Jan 08, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
14 people found this helpful
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Nashville, TN – Mar 05, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Clarksville, TN – Dec 08, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Willie nance in Belfast tn – Mar 24, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Ben Barton, MD is a cardiothoracic surgeon in Knoxville, TN and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Tennessee College of Medicine in 1980. He is affiliated with University of Tennessee Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.
  • Cardiothoracic Surgery

  • General Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Emory University School Of Medicine

    Fellowship Hospital, 1987
  • Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine

    Residency Hospital, 1985
  • Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine

    Internship Hospital, 1981
  • University Of Tennessee College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1980
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Medical Specialties
Cardiovascular Surgery
American Board of Thoracic Surgery
Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
Thoracic Surgery
Self designated 
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Locations

Practice

Univ. Pulmonary and Critical Care1940 Alcoa Hwy Ste E260 Knoxville, TN 37920
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • University of Tennessee Medical Center

    1924 Alcoa Hwy
    Knoxville, TN 37920
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

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