3.3
33 Ratings with 11 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Ajit Tharakan is a thoracic surgeon who also practices general surgery, bringing more than three decades of medical expertise to patient care. He earned his medical degree from Sri Ramachandra Medical College and Research Institute and completed his residency training at the University of Missouri-Columbia. His extensive 32-year career has focused on complex surgical procedures of the chest and cardiovascular system. Dr. Tharakan provides care in English for his patients.
Dr. Tharakan maintains affiliations with several respected medical institutions, including Barnes Jewish Hospital in Saint Louis, Missouri, and multiple facilities in Tulsa, Oklahoma, such as Hillcrest Medical Center and Tulsa Spine and Specialty Hospital. His clinical expertise centers on treating coronary artery disease and addressing heart conditions that specifically affect women. He performs coronary artery bypass graft procedures and oversees cardiac rehabilitation programs to help patients recover and …strengthen their hearts after surgery. Patients rate Dr. Tharakan 3.3 out of 5 stars for his care.
Read More Read less Dr. Tharakan maintains affiliations with several respected medical institutions, including Barnes Jewish Hospital in Saint Louis, Missouri, and multiple facilities in Tulsa, Oklahoma, such as Hillcrest Medical Center and Tulsa Spine and Specialty Hospital. His clinical expertise centers on treating coronary artery disease and addressing heart conditions that specifically affect women. He performs coronary artery bypass graft procedures and oversees cardiac rehabilitation programs to help patients recover and …strengthen their hearts after surgery. Patients rate Dr. Tharakan 3.3 out of 5 stars for his care.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 32 years of experience
- speaks English
- University Of Missouri-Columbia
- 11 written reviews
- 2 specialties
- 10 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 6 hospital affiliations
- 7 office locations
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Spent time with me
- Provided follow-up after the visit
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Office Locations
Dr. Ajit Kurien Tharakan has 7 locationsOklahoma Heart Institute
1265 S Utica Ave Ste 300Tulsa, OK 74104 Tel: (918) 592-0999
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Dr. Ajit Kurien Tharakan, MD | Dr. Jonathan David Tao | Dr. Vincent Quang Le | Dr. Matthew Brokaw Kranick |
| Thoracic Surgery | Surgery | Surgery | Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | |||
| 32 Years of Experience | 2 Years of Experience | 2 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | |||
| Tulsa , OK | Tulsa , OK | Tulsa , OK | Tulsa , OK |
| Med School: Sri Ramachandra Medical College And Research Institute | Med School: Univ Of Tx Hlth Sci Ctr At San Antonio Joe R & Teresa Lozano Long Schof Med | Med School: University Of Kansas School Of Medicine | |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Ajit Kurien Tharakan
Medical Specialties
Dr. Ajit Kurien Tharakan has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Ajit Kurien Tharakan has the following 10 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
32 Years Experience
Dr. Ajit Kurien Tharakan holds an expired medical license in the states of Oklahoma and Missouri.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Oklahoma that expired in 2026 and an expired medical license in the state of Missouri that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at University Of Missouri-Columbia.
Medical School
Graduated from Sri Ramachandra Medical College And Research Institute in 1994.
NPI Number
Dr. Tharakan's NPI number is 1700844453.
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- Dr. Ajit Tharakan speaks English.
- Which hospitals is Dr. Ajit Tharakan affiliated with?
- Dr. Ajit Tharakan is affiliated with Missouri Orthopaedic Institute, Barnes Jewish Hospital, Hillcrest Medical Center, Ascension Saint John Medical Center, Hillcrest Hospital South, and Tulsa Spine And Specialty Hospital.
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