Summary

Thomas Caranasos specializes in thoracic surgery with a focus on complex heart and chest procedures. They graduated from West Virginia University School of Medicine and completed residency training at West Virginia University Hospital. With 19 years of surgical experience, Thomas has developed expertise in treating serious cardiac conditions. They are fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing them to serve a diverse patient population.

Thomas practices at North Carolina Memorial Hospital and maintains locations in both Naples, Florida and Chapel Hill, North Carolina. They treat patients with coronary artery disease and heart muscle problems caused by reduced blood flow. Their surgical expertise includes aortic valve replacement and coronary artery bypass procedures. Thomas also performs minimally-invasive heart surgery, which often allows for smaller incisions and faster recovery times. Patients have given them an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 19 years of experience
  • 15 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • West Virginia University Hospital
  • 2 specialties
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 5 office locations

Office Locations

Dr Thomas Caranasos has 5 locations

NCH Cardiothoracic Surgery - Med Plaza

311 9th St N Ste 101Naples, FL 34102

North Carolina Memorial Hospital

101 Manning DrChapel Hill, NC 27514
Mon12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Tue12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Wed12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Thu12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Fri12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Sat12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Sun12:00 am - 12:00 pm

Dr Thomas Caranasos

101 Manning Dr Bldg 1Chapel Hill, NC 27514

Dr Thomas Caranasos

101 Manning Dr Fl 4Chapel Hill, NC 27514

Unc Department Of Surgery

4001 Burnett-Womack BuildingChapel Hill, NC 27599
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Thoracic SurgeryThoracic SurgerySurgerySurgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.3 
19 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English
Naples , FLJupiter , FLNaples , FLNaples , FL
Med School: West Virginia University School Of Medicine Med School: New York College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr Thomas Caranasos

  • Aetna
  • Allegiance Life and Health
  • America's 1st Choice
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina
  • Caterpillar
  • Cigna
  • Florida Blue: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida
  • Freedom Health
  • Humana
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford

Medical Specialties

Dr Thomas Caranasos has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr Thomas Caranasos has the following 6 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

19 Years Experience

Dr Thomas Caranasos 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 West Virginia University Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from West Virginia University School Of Medicine in 2007.

NPI Number

Dr Caranasos' NPI number is 1376715656.

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Dr Thomas Caranasos speaks Spanish and English.
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Which hospitals is Dr Thomas Caranasos affiliated with?
Dr Thomas Caranasos is affiliated with North Carolina Memorial Hospital.

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