Dr. James A. Obney, MD | Lancaster, OH | Cardiothoracic Surgeon

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Dr. James Obney is a thoracic surgeon with 33 years of experience in cardiovascular care. He earned his medical degree from the University of Toledo College of Medicine and has built his career focusing on complex heart and chest surgeries. Dr. Obney speaks English and brings more than three decades of surgical expertise to his practice.

Dr. Obney is affiliated with Fairfield Medical Center and provides care at multiple locations throughout central Ohio, including Lancaster, Columbus, and Grove City. He specializes in treating coronary artery disease and addresses heart conditions that affect blood flow to the heart muscle. His surgical skills include placing arterial lines and central venous catheters for patients requiring advanced cardiovascular procedures. Patients have given Dr. Obney an average rating of 4.2 on Vitals.

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accepting new patients
4.2

40 Ratings
33 years of experience
speaks English
University Of Toledo College Of Medicine
10 written reviews
1 specialty
5 areas of expertise
1 board certification
1 hospital affiliation
5 office locations
Male

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He did my husband open heart surgery he is a good Doctor He New what he doing WE really like him mountcarmal bless by God to have a good Doctor who care about his patients mount Carmel have Some real Doctor work for Carmel west WE need mount Carmel west and them good Doctors

January 25th, 2019

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Great Surgeon

December 20th, 2016

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Dr. OBNEY saved my life, after my heart attack he performed my triple bypass , he explained everything clearly, he was very thorough, his bedside manner is great, and he is a warm human being, still doing great today after three and a half years, he's a Godsend.

November 2nd, 2016

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I thank God everyday that he provided my mother with such an extraordinary surgeon. The gratitude I feel for you and your staff is un-measurable. I want to say "Thank You" from the bottom of my heart for the ca you gave my mother. May God bless you always.

May 26th, 2016

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Outstanding physician with great people skills

March 12th, 2016

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Dr. Obney removed my lung cancer in 2013. He was very much a doctor which I needed at the time.. He was positive and determined that he could remove the cancer and my lung with minimal scaring, which he did. He and his staff were very professional and He listened to me and answered all my questions. Very very pleased.

January 30th, 2016

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Accurate, ethical, truthful, thorough, checks conditions beyond other's diagnoses, adapts quickly to the unexpected/unanticipated realities, cool/collected, sound experience/response, long term interest in patient outcome, willing to learn

December 9th, 2015

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Dr. Obney is a wonderful doctor. He saved my life. A cardiac cath procedure turned into a quadruple bypass and he was the doctor on duty. Dr. Obney came to to see me while I was still in the hospital and explained what he was going to do so that I could understand it. His main concern was me. He is a caring and and wonderful doctor that knows what he is doing. God blessed me when he sent Dr. Obney to my bedside. May God ALWAYS bless you Dr. Obney!! Thank you for saving my life!.

September 25th, 2014

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Dr. Obney saved my mother's life. What started as a routine test, turned into an emergency heart valve replacement and triple by-pass. We had never met Dr. Obney until right before the surgery. Thank the good Lord, he just happened to be the Dr. on call that day. He is an outstanding physician with an excellent bedside manner.

June 5th, 2014

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I had pneumonia which turned into something called a pleural effusion I believe. Dr Obney absolutely saved my life. My recovery went precisely as he said it would. I have nothing but good things to say about this doctor!

June 22nd, 2013

Fairfield Healthcare Professionals Cardiothoracic Surgery

618 Pleasantville Rd Ste 202Lancaster, OH 43130

Tel: (740) 681-9020

Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm

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Mount Carmel Heart And Vascular Specialists Mcnaughten

85 McNaughten Rd Ste 110Columbus, OH 43213

Tel: (614) 627-2000

Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm

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Mount Carmel Grove City

5300 N Meadows DrGrove City, OH 43123

Tel: (614) 663-5300

Fairfield Medical Center

401 N Ewing StLancaster, OH 43130

Tel: (740) 687-8000

Mount Carmel Heart And Vascular Specialists North Meadows

5300 N MEADOWS DR STE 280GROVE CITY, OH 43123

Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm

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Dr. James Andrew Obney, MD	Dr. Thomas Salamon, MD	Dr. John Duffy Dewalt, DO	Dr. Joseph Anthony Colella, MD
Thoracic Surgery	Thoracic Surgery	Thoracic Surgery	Thoracic Surgery
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.2 (40 Ratings)	4 (9 Ratings)	4.2 (10 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
33 Years of Experience	32 Years of Experience	49 Years of Experience	52 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English	Speaks English
Lancaster , OH	Columbus , OH	Lancaster , OH	Columbus , OH
Med School: University Of Toledo College Of Medicine	Med School: University Of Toledo College Of Medicine	Med School: A T Still University Kirksville College Of Osteopathic Medicine	Med School: Ohio State University College Of Medicine & Public Health
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MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Ohio, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

University Of Toledo College Of MedicineGraduated in 1993

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What languages does Dr. James Obney speak?: Dr. James Obney speaks English.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. James Obney?: You can find contact information for Dr. James Obney here on Vitals.
Does Dr. James Obney accept virtual/telehealth appointments?: Dr. James Obney has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. James Obney's office located?: Dr. James Obney's office is located at 618 Pleasantville Rd Ste 202, Lancaster, OH, 43130.
Which hospitals is Dr. James Obney affiliated with?: Dr. James Obney is affiliated with Fairfield Medical Center.

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