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Dr. Charles Elkins, MD

Dr. Charles Elkins, MD

Vascular Surgery*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Charles Elkins, MD is a vascular surgeon in Oklahoma City, OK and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from VANDERBILT UNIVERSITY / MEDICAL CENTER in 1993. He is affiliated with medical facilities INTEGRIS Southwest Medical Center and INTEGRIS Health Baptist Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

3.4 Star Rating
Based on 10 reviews 3.4 Star Rating (10 reviews)

Practice

3433 NW 56th St Ste 760 Oklahoma City, OK 73112

Make an Appointment

(405) 951-4345

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Elkins specializes in the area of Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Elkins' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Elkins

3.4
10 ratings, 6 with a written review
5 star
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4 star
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3 star
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2 star
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1 star
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Success rate
My son had valve replaced.Rushed back 2 times with complications and discharged the next morning. Died 3 week after surgery. One should ask for his success rate
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 other person found this helpful
Helpful
Kevin – Oct 31, 2023
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Valve replacement bad experience
Referred for mitral valve replacement. Tried to push surgery. Was not aware of my medical tests( echo, TEE, etc. ) deferred to his PA to know records despite being confident that surgery was needed. Defensive when asked how not reviewing records affected his recommendation for surgery. Neither he or the PA had reviewed records. Second opinion with experienced valve surgeon resulted in monitoring with my regular cardiologist and deferring surgery until cardiac function changes. Pretty unprofessional. At least he didn’t feign speaking Spanish.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 others found this helpful
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Victoria – Jul 11, 2022
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Dr. Elkins performed a lung lobectomy on me and did an excellent job. He was very straightforward about what surgery would entail and probable pain levels. He answered my multitude of questions and somehow managed to neither sugarcoat the situation or make me fearful. I highly recommend him.
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
Helpful
Jun 04, 2021
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Dr. Elkins was on call one night. I had a concern after getting home from heart surgery. Called him multiple times. When he finally answered the call he faked speaking in Spanish (really bad spanish) and hung up. I then left a message with my concern. Apparently it got his attention because he immediately called back. He then was very hateful and short. Then I quote said, "It's almost 10 at night what do you want me to do, put some Neosporin on it." Keep in mind it was an internal problem.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
Helpful
Edmond, OK – Mar 01, 2019
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Dr Elkins performed a maze ablation on me in January. I’ve never felt better in my life. Everything he and his staff said would happen has happened. Man of his word. Owe my life to this man.
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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Michael Hurst in Duncan Oklahoma – Jun 04, 2018
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Dr. Elkins saved my life in 2011 as he removed part of my right lung as I had lung cancer and I didn't have to have chemo and five years later I am still in remission. He is the greatest Doctor and I think integris is the best hospital.
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
1 other person found this helpful
Helpful
Barbara S Moore in Oklahoma City, OK – Apr 12, 2016
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biography

Dr. Charles Elkins, MD is a vascular surgeon in Oklahoma City, OK and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from VANDERBILT UNIVERSITY / MEDICAL CENTER in 1993. He is affiliated with medical facilities INTEGRIS Southwest...read more

  • Vascular Surgery

  • Cardiothoracic Surgery

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  • Vanderbilt University Medical Center

    Residency Hospital

  • Vanderbilt University / Medical Center

    Medical School, 1993
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Thoracic Surgery®
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Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Colon and Rectal Surgery of Oklahoma PC3433 NW 56th St Ste 760 Oklahoma City, OK 73112
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  • Call
  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:30am - 5:30pm
    • Tue: 8:30am - 5:30pm
    • Wed: 8:30am - 5:30pm
    • Thu: 8:30am - 5:30pm
    • Fri: 8:30am - 5:30pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
  • Directions

Practice

INTEGRIS Baptist Medical Center3300 NW Expressway Oklahoma City, OK 73112
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • INTEGRIS Health Baptist Medical Center

    3300 NW Expressway
    Oklahoma City, OK 73112
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in abdominal aortic aneurysm repair, carotid surgery, and peripheral vascular bypass surgery

    Vascular Surgery Excellence Award™ (2024)

    Superior clinical outcomes in abdominal aortic aneurysm repair, carotid surgery, and peripheral vascular bypass surgery

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    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

    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • INTEGRIS Southwest Medical Center

    4401 S Western Ave
    Oklahoma City, OK 73109
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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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
    75%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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