Summary

Dr. Edward Staples is a thoracic surgeon who also specializes in critical care medicine and general surgery. He earned his medical degree from the University of South Florida Health Morsani College of Medicine and completed his residency at the University of Florida Health Shands Hospital. With 49 years of experience in medicine, Dr. Staples has built extensive expertise in complex surgical procedures and intensive patient care. He is fluent in English.

Dr. Staples practices in Gainesville, Florida, with affiliations at Malcom Randall Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center. His work spans multiple locations including Shands Healthcare and UF Health Surgical Specialists. Patients consistently rate his care highly, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars. His comprehensive training in both surgical techniques and critical care allows him to provide specialized treatment for patients requiring complex medical interventions.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.7
  • 49 years of experience
  • 2 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University Of Florida Health Shands Hospital
  • 1 written review
  • 3 specialties
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Edward Denmark Staples has 3 locations

Malcom Randall Va Medical Center

1601 Sw Archer RdGainesville, FL 32608

Shands Healthcare

1600 Sw Archer RdGainesville, FL 32610

Uf Health Surgical Specialists

1600 SW ARCHER RD STE 14GAINESVILLE, FL 32610
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. Edward Denmark Staples, MDDr. K. Adam Lee, MDDr. Haley Carolyn FoxDr. Bharathram Vasudevan
Thoracic SurgeryThoracic SurgerySurgeryAnesthesiology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.7 
4.3 
49 Years of Experience 1 Year of Experience 14 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English
Gainesville , FLJupiter , FLGAINESVILLE , FLGainesville , FL
Med School: University Of South Florida Health Morsani College Of Medicine Med School: New York College Med School: University Of Florida College Of Medicine Med School: Madras Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Edward Denmark Staples

  • Blue Shield of California
  • Optum Health

Medical Specialties

Dr. Edward Denmark Staples has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Edward Denmark Staples has the following 12 areas of expertise

  • Aneurysm
  • Cardiac Surgical Procedures
  • Coronary Artery Bypass (Heart Bypass)
  • Critical Care Medicine
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis
  • Diabetes Complications
  • Heart Failure
  • Heart Transplantation
  • Lung Transplantation
  • Surgery
  • Varicose Veins
  • Vascular Malformations

Certifications, License, & Education

49 Years Experience

Dr. Edward Denmark Staples holds an active medical license in the state of Florida.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Florida that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Of Florida Health Shands Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of South Florida Health Morsani College Of Medicine in 1977.

NPI Number

Dr. Staples' NPI number is 1568498012.

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