Dr. Thomas Macgillivray, MD | Washington, DC | Cardiovascular Surgeon

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Thomas MacGillivray, MD, is Physician Executive Director of Cardiac Surgery at MedStar Health and Chairman of Cardiac Surgery at MedStar Washington Hospital Center. As a board-certified surgeon and thoracic surgeon with more than 30 years of experience in the field, Dr. MacGillivray is highly-skilled in both traditional open and minimally-invasive methods. While he performs conventional coronary artery bypass operations, valve repairs, and valve replacements, Dr. MacGillivray’s expertise stretches into more specialized procedures, including thoracic aortic repair and replacement, maze procedures, septal myectomies, and cardiac tumor procedures. He also has extensive experience in treating adult congenital heart disease.

accepting new patients
4.3

55 Ratings
24 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
17 written reviews
1 specialty
12 areas of expertise
1 board certification
1 hospital affiliation
1 office location
Male

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me

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4.3

55 Ratings with 17 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 14 Minutes

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He was excellent on explaining everything.

February 7th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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Dr. Macgillivray was very nice and was able to put me ease with his careful explanations.

November 19th, 2024 | Source: Partner

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Excellent MD!

December 8th, 2023 | Source: Partner

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Dr. Macgillivray was outstanding.

November 15th, 2023 | Source: Partner

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Exceptional service.

September 13th, 2023 | Source: Partner

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My experience was excellent. Time spent with *Dr. MacGillivray was outstanding - best possible time. And explanation. OFf the charts!!

June 30th, 2023 | Source: Partner

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*Dr. MacGillivary spent a great amount of time with us.

April 20th, 2023 | Source: Partner

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*Dr. MacGillivray was very thorough & patient. He didn't rush me. He spent a lot of time answering my questions. He also has a sense of humor.

February 22nd, 2023 | Source: Partner

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*Dr. MacGillivray met with myself and my family and listened and answered our question thoughtfully and thoroughly. Thank you!

December 19th, 2022 | Source: Partner

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Did double bypass AND gave cow valve also on my mom then in her mid 80's who few months previously underwent unexpected small intestine surgery. Mom was like 65yr old person after Dr Mcgillivray worked his talented surgery. Highly recommend this doctor.

February 6th, 2017

110 Irving St., NW 1st Floor - North Addition

110 Irving St., NW 1st Floor - North AdditionWashington, DC 20010

Tel: (202) 877-7464


Dr. Thomas Macgillivray, MD	Dr. Liam P. Ryan, MD	Dr. Simran Randhawa, MD	Dr. Steven Boyce, MD
Cardiovascular Surgery	Cardiovascular Surgery	Cardiovascular Surgery	Cardiovascular Surgery
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.3 (55 Ratings)	4.5 (20 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	4.9 (14 Ratings)
		13 Years of Experience	45 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English	Speaks French, English	Speaks English	Speaks English
Washington , DC	Fairfax , VA	Fairfax , VA	Washington , DC
		Med School: Dayanand Medical College	Med School: University of Md Sch of Med, Baltimore Md
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Cardiovascular Surgery

Aneurysm
Cardiac Surgical Procedures
Congenital Heart Disease (Patent Ductus Arteriosus)
Coronary Artery Bypass (Heart Bypass)
Coronary Disease
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Diabetes Complications
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BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Surgery

Surgery

American Board of Thoracic Surgery

Thoracic and Cardiac Surgery

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, District Of Columbia, 2027, Active

Medical Doctor, Maryland, 2027, Active

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Where is Dr. Thomas Macgillivray's office located?: Dr. Thomas Macgillivray's office is located at 110 Irving St., NW 1st Floor - North Addition, Washington, DC, 20010.
Which hospitals is Dr. Thomas Macgillivray affiliated with?: Dr. Thomas Macgillivray is affiliated with Houston Methodist Hospital.
Does Dr. Thomas Macgillivray accept virtual/telehealth appointments?: Dr. Thomas Macgillivray has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Dr. Thomas Macgillivray speak?: Dr. Thomas Macgillivray speaks English.
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