Summary

Dr. Ralph Damiano is a thoracic surgeon who earned his medical degree from Duke University School of Medicine. With 46 years of experience in the field, he has developed extensive expertise in complex heart and chest surgeries. His decades of practice have established him as a highly experienced specialist in thoracic surgical procedures.

Dr. Damiano practices at several locations including Barnes Jewish Hospital in Saint Louis, Barnes Jewish Saint Peters Hospital in Saint Peters, and Memorial Hospital Belleville in Belleville, Illinois. He specializes in treating patients with heart failure and chronic kidney disease. His surgical expertise includes performing coronary artery bypass graft procedures, minimally-invasive heart surgery, and mitral valve replacement surgery. Patients have given him an average rating of 5.0, reflecting their confidence in his care.

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Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 46 years of experience
  • Duke University School Of Medicine
  • 3 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 26 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 4 hospital affiliations
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Ralph James Damiano has 4 locations

Barnes Jewish Hospital

1 Barnes Jewish Hospital PlzSaint Louis, MO 63110

Memorial Hospital Belleville

4500 Memorial DrBelleville, IL 62226

Center for Advanced Medicine

4921 Parkview Place, Suite 8ASt Louis, MO 63110

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Thoracic SurgeryCardiovascular DiseaseThoracic SurgerySurgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
46 Years of Experience 48 Years of Experience 18 Years of Experience 66 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Saint Louis , MOSaint Louis , MOLansing , MISaint Louis , MO
Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Oklahoma College Of Medicine Med School: Nnamdi Azikiwe University College Of Health Sciences Med School: Emory University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Ralph James Damiano

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Medical Specialties

Dr. Ralph James Damiano has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Ralph James Damiano has the following 26 areas of expertise

  • Aneurysm
  • Cardiac Surgical Procedures
  • Cardiopulmonary Bypass (CPB)
  • Coronary Artery Bypass (Heart Bypass)
  • Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
  • Coronary Disease
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis
  • Diabetes Complications
  • Dissecting Aneurysm
  • Edema
  • Endoscopy (Endoscopic Surgery)
  • Heart Disease (Myocardial Ischemia)
  • Heart Transplantation
  • Heart Valve Prosthesis Implantation
  • Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy
  • Laproscopic Surgery (Laparoscopy)
  • Microsurgery
  • Minimally Invasive Surgical Procedures
  • Mitral Valve Insufficiency
  • Myocardial Infarction
  • Myocardial Reperfusion Injury
  • Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm
  • Varicose Veins
  • Vascular Malformations
  • Vascular Surgical Procedures
  • Ventricular Fibrillation

Certifications, License, & Education

46 Years Experience

Dr. Ralph James Damiano holds an expired medical license in the states of Illinois and Missouri.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Illinois that expired in 2026 and an expired medical license in the state of Missouri that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Duke University School Of Medicine in 1980.

NPI Number

Dr. Damiano's NPI number is 1578580023.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Which hospitals is Dr. Ralph Damiano affiliated with?
Dr. Ralph Damiano is affiliated with Memorial Hospital Belleville, Barnes Jewish Hospital, Barnes Jewish Saint Peters Hospital, and Barnes Jewish Saint Peters Hospital.
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