Dr. James Eugene Cheatham, MD

Dr. James Cheatham is a thoracic surgeon and emergency medicine physician who brings over five decades of medical expertise to his practice. He earned his medical degree from the University of Oklahoma College of Medicine, establishing a strong foundation in Oklahoma's medical community that has spanned 53 years of dedicated service. His dual specialization allows him to provide comprehensive care for patients requiring both emergency interventions and specialized chest and lung surgeries.

Dr. Cheatham maintains active affiliations with Oklahoma Heart Hospital North Campus and Mercy Hospital Oklahoma City, practicing primarily in Oklahoma City. His extensive experience in thoracic surgery encompasses complex procedures involving the chest, lungs, and heart, while his emergency medicine background ensures he can respond effectively to critical situations. The combination of these specialties positions him uniquely to handle urgent cardiac and respiratory cases that require immediate …surgical intervention.