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Richard Carlton, MD, Thoracic Surgery, Hickory, NC, Catawba Valley Medical Center

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Thoracic Surgery Hickory, NC

Cardiovascular Surgery

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Summary

  • Dr. Richard Carlton, MD is a board certified thoracic surgeon in Hickory, North Carolina. He is currently licensed to practice medicine in North Carolina, Ohio, and South Carolina. He is affiliated with Frye Regional Medical Center, Catawba Valley Medical Center, and Charles George Veterans Affairs Medical Center.

Education & Training

  • University of Miami/Jackson Health System
    University of Miami/Jackson Health SystemFellowship, Thoracic Surgery, 1986 - 1988
  • Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System
    Spartanburg Regional Healthcare SystemResidency, Surgery, 1981 - 1985
  • University of Massachusetts Medical School
    University of Massachusetts Medical SchoolClass of 1981

Certifications & Licensure

  • NC State Medical License
    NC State Medical License 1989 - 2024
  • OH State Medical License
    OH State Medical License 1988 - 1992
  • SC State Medical License
    SC State Medical License 1982 - 1987
  • American Board of Thoracic Surgery Thoracic and Cardiac Surgery

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

  • Fellow (FACS) American College of Surgeons

Press Mentions

  • Dr. Brett Starr Joins FryeCare Cardiothoracic Surgery
    Dr. Brett Starr Joins FryeCare Cardiothoracic SurgerySeptember 26th, 2021

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