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Dr. James Kauten, MD

Dr. James Kauten, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery*
45+ years of experience

Dr. James Kauten, MD is a cardiothoracic surgeon in Atlanta, GA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Kauten has extensive experience in Cardiac Surgical Procedures and Aortic Aneurysm or Dissection. He graduated from Rosalind Franklin University Chicago Medical School in 1978. He is affiliated with Piedmont Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 9 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (9 reviews)

Piedmont Heart Institute

95 Collier Rd NW Atlanta, GA 30309
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(404) 605-5699

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Kauten specializes in the area of Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Kauten's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Kauten

4.6

9 ratings, 1 with written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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1 Star
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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
4 people found this helpful
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Dennis Klein in Alpharetta, GA – Feb 11, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. James Kauten, MD is a cardiothoracic surgeon in Atlanta, GA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Kauten has extensive experience in Cardiac Surgical Procedures and Aortic Aneurysm or Dissection. He graduated from Rosalind...read more

  • Cardiothoracic Surgery

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  • Emory University

    Fellowship Hospital, 1986

  • So Ill University

    Residency Hospital, 1983

  • So Ill University

    Internship Hospital, 1979

  • Rosalind Franklin University Chicago Medical School

    Medical School, 1978
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Thoracic Surgery®
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Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
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  • Eta Kappa Nu, 1973

  • Knight of Saint Patrick, 1974

  • Intercollegiate Knights, 1970

  • Phi Kappa Phi, 1974

  • Illinois State Scholar, 1970

  • Sigma Phi Epsilon Educational Foundation Scholarship, 1973

  • University of Missouri Chancellor's Fellowship, 1975

  • Tau Beta Pi, 1973

  • Order of the Engineer, 1974

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Locations

Piedmont Heart Institute

Piedmont Heart Institute95 Collier Rd NW Atlanta, GA 30309
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Piedmont Hospital

    1968 Peachtree Rd NW
    Atlanta, GA 30309
    Recipient of 30
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 2% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality year over year

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 2% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality year over year

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

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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