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Dr. Alexandros Karavas, MD

Dr. Alexandros Karavas, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Alexandros Karavas, MD is a cardiothoracic surgeon in Boston, MA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Charite-Universitatsmedizin Berlin in 1997. He is accepting new patients.

5 Star Rating
Based on 17 reviews 5 Star Rating (17 reviews)

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732 Harrison Ave Boston, MA 02118

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Mitral and aortic valve
Dr Karavas replaced my aortic valve and repaired my mitral valve at St Peters in Albany Ny in 2018. He is the most compassionate and professional heart surgeon you can find
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
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Gary S – Mar 11, 2025
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Dr Karavas, his entire team and everyone at BMC are incredible. His compassion for the patient, professionalism in providing complete details on your procedure, doing the necessary surgery and follow-up is impeccable. I was fortunate to have him and his entire team do my surgery and will be forever grateful!
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
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Charles Chatfield – Nov 19, 2024
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He is the best. I had valve replacement/repair and 2x bypass at the same time. He explained the surgery well. I recovered quickly, faster than anyone in my support group. My scar was healed in a week and I was back to exercising within the first month. He is easy to talk with, delightful in a not so delightful moment. He saved my life, and I just keep on ticking. People thought I should go out of town for surgery but I got the best from Dr. Karavas, locally at St. E's during a troubling time locally with COVID complicating things for medical environment but nothing that effected my care. Thank u Dr. Karavas.
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
2 others found this helpful
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bev – Oct 09, 2021
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Dr. Karavas is a very knowledgeable and skilled surgeon. Always has time and the patience of a saint for his patients. Explains every detail to the patient and family and ensures you understand all options and procedures. I highly recommend him for all your cardiac surgical needs.
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
2 others found this helpful
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Doree' Merrick Grabski – Aug 19, 2021
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Dr karavas is my dads doctor and I cannot say enough about him. He takes his time to answer all of our questions and concerns and really makes sure he addresses them he has never rushed us out of the office. Explains everything thoroughly and in great manners. Really cares for his patients and saved my dad from having an unnecessary operation. I highly recommend. Thank you dr karavas
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 other person found this helpful
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Courtney Dimambro – Jan 23, 2021
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Excellent! Personable, kind, takes time to explain and answer questions, attentive and extremely skilled. My 80 yr old husband was blessed to have Dr Karavas preform 6 bypass surgery on July 4, 2020 . He saved his life!! In less then one week he was home, walking and has had little to no pain. We will forever be grateful to Dr Karavas. MVHS is extremely fortunate to have this talented specialist.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
5 others found this helpful
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Catherine C – Jul 16, 2020
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My husband had a heart attack, was transferred to Mercy and assigned Dr. Karavas. Dr. Karavas performed a triple bypass on the husband, and the husband is recuperating nicely. Not only is he a skilled surgeon, he and his team will keep the patient and patient’s family abreast of everything before, and after surgery. We never felt like anything was being hidden from us, including any risks there may have been. I highly recommend Dr. Karavas.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Oct 14, 2019
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Saved my life with a 5 artery bypass!
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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Woody in Saratoga Springs, NY – Aug 21, 2018
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One year ago today on April 20th 2016 Dr. Karavas performed four bypasses and a valve repair on me. He did a wonderful job and I cannot thank him enough. His skills are quite special and truly give the giift of life to people. Besides being a superb surgeon, his sense of compassion and humility is quiet evident. You could not ask for a finer surgeon for your care! _Peter Dee
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
11 others found this helpful
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Peter Dee in Londonderry, VT – Apr 20, 2017
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Dr. Alexandros Karavas, MD is a cardiothoracic surgeon in Boston, MA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Charite-Universitatsmedizin Berlin in 1997. He is accepting new patients.

  • Cardiothoracic Surgery

  • General Surgery

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  • St Elizabeth Hosp-tufts University|st Elizabeth's Medical Center|vanderbilt University Med Ctr/vanderbilt Chldn|vanderbilt University Medical Center, Thoracic Surgery

    Residency Hospital, 2007

  • Brigham And Womens Hospital|harvard-brigham Womens Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 2003

  • Brigham And Womens Hospital|harvard/brigham & Women's Hospital|hospital Of University Of Pennsylvania|university Of Pennsylvania School Of Medicine

    Fellowship Hospital, 2002

  • Charite-universitatsmedizin Berlin

    Medical School, 1997
American Board of Medical Specialties®
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General Surgery
American Board of Thoracic Surgery®
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Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
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Boston Medical Center Outpatient Pharmacy732 Harrison Ave Boston, MA 02118
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Office72 E Concord St Boston, MA 02118
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Office801 Albany St Fl Ground Boston, MA 02119
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