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Dr. John Harlan, MD

Dr. John Harlan, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery*
45+ years of experience

Dr. John Harlan, MD is a cardiothoracic surgeon in Vestavia, AL and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine in 1977. He is affiliated with medical facilities Saint Vincent's East and Grandview Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.4 Star Rating
Based on 5 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (5 reviews)

Practice

2871 Acton Rd Ste 100 Vestavia, AL 35243
Telehealth available

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(205) 939-0023

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Harlan 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.
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Harlan's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Harlan

4.4
5 ratings, 2 with a written review
5 star
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4 star
20%
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3 star
20%
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2 star
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1 star
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Very short with family member
Was trying to ask questions about my father’s procedure, and more testing they had planned. But my sentence off, and said isn’t that what I just said! I was asking about the 2 nd half of a procedure. Said my father looked great, and was sitting up talking. Never ask how he has been acting while we were in the room prior, for the past 12 hours. Where this man was semi conscious, unable to speak, didn’t know his own family. Just going by his 2 minute drop in round. We are very displeased. He should have ask if we had any questions, and communicate with family better. We will be changing cardio doctors
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
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Feb 01, 2025
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Long wait at office.waited for over 1hour with no explanation.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Eugene Russell – Jun 04, 2020
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About Me

biography

Dr. John Harlan, MD is a cardiothoracic surgeon in Vestavia, AL and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine in 1977. He is affiliated with medical facilities...read more

  • Cardiothoracic 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.

  • University Of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics

    Fellowship Hospital, 1985

  • Uab Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1982

  • Uab Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1978

  • University Of South Florida Morsani College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1977
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Thoracic Surgery®
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Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Cardio-Thoracic Surgeons PC2871 Acton Rd Ste 100 Vestavia, AL 35243
1

Practice

Grandview Medical Center3690 Grandview Pkwy Birmingham, AL 35243
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Grandview Medical Center

    3690 Grandview Pkwy
    Birmingham, AL 35243

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

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

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

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Saint Vincent's East

    50 Medical Park Dr E
    Birmingham, AL 35235

    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

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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