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Dr. George Palmer III, MD

Dr. George Palmer III, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery*
40+ years of experience

Dr. George Palmer III, MD is a cardiothoracic surgeon in Orlando, FL and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Palmer III has extensive experience in Cardiac Surgical Procedures. He graduated from Creighton University School of Medicine in 1981. He is affiliated with AdventHealth Orlando. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.2 Star Rating
Based on 18 reviews 4.2 Star Rating (18 reviews)

Locations

AdventHealth Medical Group Cardiovascular Surgery at Orlando

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At a Glance

  • Area of ExpertiseDr. Palmer III specializes in the area of Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top HospitalAmerica’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Palmer III's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Palmer III

4.2

18 ratings, 4 with a written review
5 Star
72%
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4 Star
11%
11%
3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
17%
17%

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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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H. Lugo – Apr 12, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Nancy – Aug 31, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
8 people found this helpful
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Mar 28, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
8 people found this helpful
Helpful
Tobin Carter in Kissimmee, FL – Oct 13, 2017
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About Me

care philosophy

George J. Palmer, MD, is a board-certified thoracic surgeon with specialty training in thoracic and cardiovascular surgery. Currently serving as the Director of Cardiovascular Surgery at the Cardiovascular Institute, he has special interests in...read more

biography

George J Palmer, MD, is a board-certified thoracic surgeon with specialty training in thoracic and cardiovascular surgery.
  • Cardiothoracic Surgery

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  • University Ala

    Residency Hospital, 1986
  • University Of North Carolina Hospitals

    Fellowship Hospital, 1986
  • Creighton University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1981
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Thoracic Surgery®
Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • AdventHealth Orlando

    601 E Rollins St
    Orlando, FL 32803
    Recipient of 91
    hospital awards

    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

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