Dr. Shaf Holden, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery*•Male•Age 52

Cardiothoracic Surgery*

Dr. Shaf Holden, MD is a cardiothoracic surgeon in Huntsville, AL and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Alabama at Birmingham Heersink School of Medicine in 2001. He specializes in Cardiothoracic Surgery.

Dr. Shaf Holden, MD

Practice

201 Sivley Rd SW Ste 300 Huntsville, AL 35801
(256) 265-0255
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  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Holden specializes in the area of Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Hospital Satisfaction
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  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews

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Dr. Holden's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Holden

3.9
7 ratings, 3 with a written review
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My 33 year old wife with no other issues besides aortic stenosis went in for a minimal invasive valve replacement and came out being kept alive by a machine for 12 days with tons of issues before we removed the life support and she passed. Dr Holden was never able to to do anything he claimed he could do. A complete disaster from start to finish. He’s a very nice guy but we needed a surgeon with more experience I guess.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
9 others found this helpful
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JT – May 23, 2020
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I highly recommend Dr Holden. He performed my CABG surgery 2 years ago, with a triple bypass. He was kind, professional & caring. His office team & PA were very supportive. Dr Holden is an excellent Cardiac surgeon. I thank God for his expertise in repairing my heart. Feeling great, walking 3 miles a day, back to practicing yoga & playing tennis!
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
6 others found this helpful
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Sherrill Altice – Aug 31, 2019
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I went through an unnecessary surgery because he did not thoroughly read my pet scan. My final diagnosis was stage 4 lung cancer and treatment delayed by at least 2 weeks due to the unnecessary surgery and he was only available one day per week in his office so had to wait long periods for results of tests. I waited over an hour with no explanation in exam room. Also when called with final biopsy result was told negative on the phone. When came in for appt. found out that my biopsy was +
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
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
  • Long wait times
6 others found this helpful
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Birmingham, AL – Oct 08, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Shaf Holden, MD is a cardiothoracic surgeon in Huntsville, AL and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Alabama at Birmingham Heersink School of Medicine in 2001. He specializes in Cardiothoracic Surgery.

  • Cardiothoracic Surgery

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  • University Of Alabama At Birmingham

    Internship Hospital

  • University For Texas Southwestern Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 2009

  • University Of Alabama At Birmingham

    Residency Hospital, 2006

  • University Of Alabama At Birmingham Heersink School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2001
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Thoracic Surgery®
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Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Huntsville Cardiothoracic Surgeons PC201 Sivley Rd SW Ste 300 Huntsville, AL 35801
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HH Heart Center LLC930 Franklin St SE Huntsville, AL 35801
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Huntsville Hospital

    101 Sivley Rd SW
    Huntsville, AL 35801

    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

    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
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  • Crestwood Medical Center

    1 Hospital Dr SW
    Huntsville, AL 35801
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    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

    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback
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