Summary

Russell Carter, MD, is a cardiothoracic and vascular surgeon specializing in cardiothoracic surgery. Dr. Carter completed his medical degree, his residency in general surgery and fellowships in peripheral vascular surgery and cardiothoracic surgery at the University of Tennessee. Dr. Carter performs aortic aneurysm repair, coronary artery bypass surgery and heart valve repair and replacement, as well as ventricular assist device implantation. He also performs cutting-edge procedures such as transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR), and supports transcatheter mitral valve procedures. Dr. Carter is an active member and participating member in the Society of Thoracic Surgeons and the American College of Surgeons.

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 38 years of experience
  • 10 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • The University of Tennessee - Memphis
  • 1 specialty
  • 5 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center

1000 E Mountain DrWilkes Barre, PA 18711

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Cardiovascular SurgeryCardiovascular SurgerySurgeryVascular Surgery
Accepts New Patients
1.5 
38 Years of Experience 46 Years of Experience 55 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks Polish, English
Wilkes Barre , PAWilkes Barre , PAScranton , PAScranton , PA
Med School: The University of Tennessee - Memphis Med School: Johns Hopkins University, Basic Biomedical Science Med School: Albany Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Russell Allan Carter

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
  • Cigna
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Geisinger Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana
  • Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UPMC Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Russell Allan Carter has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Russell Allan Carter has the following 5 areas of expertise

  • Aneurysm
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis
  • Diabetes Complications
  • Varicose Veins
  • Vascular Malformations

Certifications, License, & Education

38 Years Experience

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Surgery

Surgery

American Board of Thoracic Surgery

Thoracic Surgery

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Pennsylvania, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

The University of Tennessee - Memphis1999

Residency

The University of Tennessee - Memphis1993

Medical School

The University of Tennessee - MemphisGraduated in 1988

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Dr. Russell Carter speaks English.
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