Summary

Dr. James Garrison is a thoracic surgeon with expertise in surgery and vascular surgery who has dedicated 36 years to advancing cardiovascular care. He earned his medical degree from Texas Tech University Health Science Center School of Medicine and completed his residency at the prestigious Texas Heart Institute. His extensive experience spans more than three decades of specialized surgical practice. Dr. Garrison is fluent in both Spanish and English, enabling him to serve diverse patient populations.

Dr. Garrison practices throughout San Antonio, Texas, with affiliations at Methodist Hospital, CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital Medical Center, and Methodist Heart Hospital, among other leading medical facilities. He specializes in treating coronary artery disease, including specific expertise in managing heart conditions in women and addressing myocardial ischemia. His surgical skills include performing coronary artery bypass grafts and utilizing advanced diagnostic techniques such as chest fluoroscopy and chest X-rays. Patients have rated Dr. Garrison 4.1 out of 5 stars, reflecting their confidence in his comprehensive cardiac and thoracic surgical care.
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Quick Facts

  • 4.1
  • 36 years of experience
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • Texas Heart Institute
  • 3 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 3 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 7 hospital affiliations
  • 5 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. James Richard Garrison has 5 locations

South Texas Cardiothoracic Surgeons

4411 MEDICAL DR STE 210SAN ANTONIO, TX 78229
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

Methodist Heart Hospital

7700 Floyd Curl DrSan Antonio, TX 78229

Saint Lukes Baptist Hospital

7930 Floyd Curl DrSan Antonio, TX 78229

Methodist Hospital

7700 Floyd Curl DrSan Antonio, TX 78229

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Accepts New Patients
4.1 
36 Years of Experience 11 Years of Experience 13 Years of Experience 26 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English
SAN ANTONIO , TXSan Antonio , TXSan Antonio , TXBoerne , TX
Med School: Texas Tech University Health Science Center School Of Medicine Med School: Indiana University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Colorado School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences College Of Medicine
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Medical Specialties

Dr. James Richard Garrison has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. James Richard Garrison has the following 3 areas of expertise

  • Mammography
  • Surgery
  • Vascular Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

36 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Texas, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Texas Heart Institute

Medical School

Texas Tech University Health Science Center School Of MedicineGraduated in 1990

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Dr. James Garrison's office is located at 4411 MEDICAL DR STE 210, SAN ANTONIO, TX, 78229.

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