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Dr. Michael Halkos, MD

Dr. Michael Halkos, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Michael Halkos, MD is a cardiothoracic surgeon in Atlanta, GA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Emory University School of Medicine in 1999. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Emory University Hospital and Emory University Hospital Midtown. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.1 Star Rating
Based on 17 reviews 4.1 Star Rating (17 reviews)

Practice

550 Peachtree St NE Atlanta, GA 30308
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(404) 686-2513

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Halkos 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. Halkos' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Halkos

4.1
17 ratings, 7 with a written review
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Robotic bypass surgery
Husband had single robotic hear bypass surgery with him.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Office environment
  • 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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Dale Howard – Feb 14, 2024
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I was in a deep sleep when my wife told me that her mother had died after a heart surgery that her doctor gave her a 99% chance of living through. What kind of an egomaniac gives that statistic that gives a family those odds of their loved one recovering. Who?
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 other person found this helpful
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Josh Bowden – Jun 11, 2021
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As a retired physician, I had an acute rupture of my mitral valve. Dr. Halkos and his team kept me alive until surgery was possible and then did a most excellent endoscopic robotic repair, leaving me in better shape than before the rupture. I could not have asked for more, and the team could not have been any better. Even the hospital food was good! But the nursing staff at St. Joseph's is second to none. I am not recommending heart surgery for fun, but if you need it, you could not pick a better physician and team.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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May 28, 2019
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Dr Halkos is an amazing surgeon. I had an extremely rare double valve issue to where no surgeon where I lived would repair my heart. Dr. Halkos saved my life through a replacement of one valve and a repair on another. He has an excellent bedside manner and an unparalleled ability.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
1 other person found this helpful
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Panama City Beach, FL – Feb 23, 2019
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Dr. Halkos performed my minimally invasive robotic mitral valve repair in Dec. 2016. He took plenty of time explaining the procedure to my wife and I. His office staff was very friendly and professional. Appointments were always kept and reasonably on time. He performed the surgery at St. Joseph's Emory hospital. The nursing staff and overall care there was excellent. Overall I was extremely satisfied with Dr. Halkos and his office.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
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Sep 01, 2017
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Dr. H repaired my husband's mitral valve in 2012. There was extensive bleeding and my husband was in an induced coma on life support for weeks. Dr. H was always willing to explain things to me on my level. He was down to earth, totally unpretentious, and he saved my husbands life. We love him.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
5 others found this helpful
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Jentzen in Blairsville – May 31, 2017
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Thank you so much. Took time on a holiday weekend to see my wife for a consult and schedule CABG surgery. By-pass surgery is scary at best but you and your staff made it a great life experience. From the time I met you I felt confident that you were the one to take care of my wife of 30 plus years. Not to be weird, but every morning I wake up with my wifeI I think of you. No words can express my gratitude. The nurses are right. You are the best! Thank You!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • 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
5 others found this helpful
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Tim and Sandy B in Evans, GA – Aug 22, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Michael Halkos, MD is a cardiothoracic surgeon in Atlanta, GA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Emory University School of Medicine in 1999. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Emory University...read more

  • 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 Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital, 2009

  • Emory University Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 2006

  • Emory University Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 2000

  • Emory University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1999
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Thoracic Surgery®
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Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Emory University Hospital Midtown550 Peachtree St NE Atlanta, GA 30308
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Practice

St. Francis-Emory Healthcare2122 Manchester Expy Columbus, GA 31904
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Practice

Peachtree Cardiovascular Surgeons at St. Joseph's LLC5665 Peachtree Dunwoody Rd Ste 200 Atlanta, GA 30342
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Emory University Hospital

    1364 Clifton Rd NE
    Atlanta, GA 30322
    Recipient of 37
    hospital awards

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

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

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

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower 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

  • Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital

    5665 Peachtree Dunwoody Rd
    Atlanta, GA 30342
    Recipient of 43
    hospital awards

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

    Top 1% in the nation for providing the highest clinical quality year over year

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

    Top 1% in the nation for providing the highest clinical quality year over year

    View all awards

    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

  • Emory University Hospital Midtown

    550 Peachtree St NE
    Atlanta, GA 30308
    Recipient of 37
    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.

    82%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower 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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