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Dr. James Caralis, DO

Dr. James Caralis, DO

Thoracic Surgery*
45+ years of experience

Dr. James Caralis, DO is a thoracic surgery specialist in Pontiac, MI and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Midwestern University in 1979. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as McLaren Oakland and McLaren Port Huron. He is accepting new patients.

3.5 Star Rating
Based on 8 reviews 3.5 Star Rating (8 reviews)

Practice

44555 Woodward Ave Ste 307 Pontiac, MI 48341

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At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Caralis specializes in the areas of General Surgery & Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery. See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. See reviews
  • Good Patient Care
    Patients said they had exceptional care at this hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Caralis' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Caralis

3.5

8 ratings, 3 with a written review
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4 Star
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1 Star
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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
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
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Bill – Jul 30, 2018
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Costly Mistake in Washington, MI – Aug 08, 2016
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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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Douglas Hahn in Waterford Michigan – Mar 19, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. James Caralis, DO is a thoracic surgery specialist in Pontiac, MI and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Midwestern University in 1979. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as McLaren Oakland and McLaren Port Huron. He is accepting new patients.
  • Thoracic Surgery

  • Vascular 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.

  • Midwestern University

    Medical School, 1979
American Osteopathic Association®
American Osteopathic Board of Surgery®
General Surgery
Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
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Healthgrades has not received any data indicating a board action exists for this provider.

Locations

Practice

James Caralis DO PC44555 Woodward Ave Ste 307 Pontiac, MI 48341
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Practice

Office15959 Hall Rd Ste 110 Macomb, MI 48044
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Trinity Health Oakland Hospital

    44405 Woodward Ave
    Pontiac, MI 48341

    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

    74%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • McLaren Port Huron

    1221 Pine Grove Ave
    Port Huron, MI 48060
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    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

    79%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • McLaren Oakland

    50 N Perry St
    Pontiac, MI 48342
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

    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.

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

    2% lower than the national average

    70%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    5% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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