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Dr. John Nigro, MD

Dr. John Nigro, MD

Pediatric Cardiothoracic Surgery*
30+ years of experience

Dr. John Nigro, MD is a pediatric cardiothoracic surgery specialist in San Diego, CA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine in 1993. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Banner University Medical Center Tucson and Rady Children's Hospital San Diego. He is accepting new patients.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 13 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (13 reviews)

Practice

3020 Childrens Way San Diego, CA 92123
(858) 966-8030

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Nigro specializes in the areas of Cardiovascular Surgery, Congenital Cardiac Surgery, Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery & Thoracic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Nigro's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Nigro

4.3

13 ratings, 8 with a written review
5 Star
77%
77%
4 Star
8%
8%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
0%
0%
1 Star
15%
15%

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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Bobby – Jan 15, 2022
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Marissa R. – Mar 15, 2021
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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
5 people found this helpful
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Matt. – Jun 25, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
8 people found this helpful
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May 22, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
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May 22, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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May 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
6 people found this helpful
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Kingman, AZ – Oct 29, 2017
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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
8 people found this helpful
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Glendale, AZ – Sep 22, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. John Nigro, MD is a pediatric cardiothoracic surgery specialist in San Diego, CA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine in 1993. He is affiliated with medical facilities...read more

  • Pediatric Cardiothoracic Surgery

  • Pediatric Heart Transplant Surgery

  • Cardiovascular Surgery

  • Pediatric Surgery

  • Cardiothoracic Surgery

  • Congenital Cardiac 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.

  • Children's Hospital Los Angeles Ca

    Fellowship Hospital, 2003

  • University Of Southern California

    Internship Hospital, 1994

  • University Of Illinois College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1993
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Medical Specialties
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Cardiovascular Surgery†
American Board of Thoracic Surgery
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Congenital Cardiac Surgery
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Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
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Thoracic Surgery†
†Self designated 
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Locations

Practice

Rady Children's Hospital San Diego3020 Childrens Way San Diego, CA 92123
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Banner University Medical Center Tucson

    1625 N Campbell Ave
    Tucson, AZ 85719
    Recipient of 10
    hospital awards

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

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    72%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Rady Children's Hospital San Diego

    3020 Childrens Way
    San Diego, CA 92123

  • UC San Diego Health Hillcrest Hillcrest Medical Center

    200 W Arbor Dr
    San Diego, CA 92103
    Recipient of 50
    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

    View all awards

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

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% 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
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