4.6
18 Ratings with 6 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Christopher Salerno is a thoracic and transplant surgeon who has dedicated over three decades to advanced cardiac and transplant procedures. He earned his medical degree from Rush Medical College of Rush University Medical Center and completed his residency at the University of Minnesota Health Care System. With 34 years of surgical experience, Dr. Salerno specializes in complex thoracic operations and life-saving transplant surgeries. He is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.
Dr. Salerno practices at several leading medical centers, including Ascension Saint Vincent Heart Center and The University of Chicago Medicine, with locations in Indianapolis, Muncie, and Chicago. He focuses on treating patients with heart failure and coronary artery disease. His surgical expertise includes performing coronary artery bypass grafts, which help restore blood flow to the heart. Patients consistently rate Dr. Salerno highly for his care, …giving him an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.
Read More Read less Dr. Salerno practices at several leading medical centers, including Ascension Saint Vincent Heart Center and The University of Chicago Medicine, with locations in Indianapolis, Muncie, and Chicago. He focuses on treating patients with heart failure and coronary artery disease. His surgical expertise includes performing coronary artery bypass grafts, which help restore blood flow to the heart. Patients consistently rate Dr. Salerno highly for his care, …giving him an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.
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Quick Facts
- 34 years of experience
- speaks English, Spanish
- University Of Minnesota Health Care System
- 6 written reviews
- 3 specialties
- 10 areas of expertise
- 3 board certifications
- 5 hospital affiliations
- 3 office locations
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
Dr. Christopher Thomas Salerno has 3 locationsAscension Saint Vincent Hospital Indianapolis
2001 W 86th StIndianapolis, IN 46260 Tel: (317) 338-2345
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| Thoracic Surgery | Surgery | Thoracic Surgery | Surgery |
| 34 Years of Experience | 8 Years of Experience | 50 Years of Experience | 6 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Spanish | |||
| Indianapolis , IN | Tampa , FL | Carmel , IN | Maywood , IL |
| Med School: Rush Medical College Of Rush University Medical Center | Med School: Wayne State University School Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences College Of Medicine | Med School: American University Of The Caribbean School Of Medicine |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Christopher Thomas Salerno has the following 3 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Christopher Thomas Salerno has the following 10 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
34 Years Experience
Dr. Christopher Thomas Salerno holds active and expired medical licenses in the states of Indiana and Illinois.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Indiana that expires in 2027 and an expired medical license in the state of Illinois that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at University Of Minnesota Health Care System.
Medical School
Graduated from Rush Medical College Of Rush University Medical Center in 1992.
NPI Number
Dr. Salerno's NPI number is 1245259837.
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- Which hospitals is Dr. Christopher Salerno affiliated with?
- Dr. Christopher Salerno is affiliated with Ascension Saint Vincent Heart Center, Peyton Manning Childrens Hospital At Ascension Saint Vincent, Iu Health Ball Memorial Hospital, The University Of Chicago Medicine, and Methodist Hospitals Southlake Campus.
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