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Dr. Godfred Kwame Yankey, MD

Dr. Godfred Kwame Yankey, MD

Thoracic Surgery*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Godfred Kwame Yankey, MD is a thoracic surgery specialist in Fresno, CA and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine in 2002. He is affiliated with medical facilities Mercy Health-Anderson Hospital and Saint Agnes Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.9 Star Rating
Based on 11 reviews 4.9 Star Rating (11 reviews)

Saint Agnes Care Cardiothoracic Surgery

1510 E Herndon Ave Ste 210 Fresno, CA 93720

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(559) 450-7455

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Yankey specializes in the areas of Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery & Thoracic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Quiet Hospital
    Patients said the hospital this doctor practices at is quiet. • See hospitals
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Dr. Yankey's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Yankey

4.9

11 ratings, 9 with a written review
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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732/grl – Jul 16, 2023
We are so glad to hear that you are recovering...Read More
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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
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Lesa Rocca caretaker for G.Lawrence – Apr 06, 2023
Dr. Yankey's Reply –
Thank you for your kind words!
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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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Geoffery Shanen – Mar 11, 2023
Geoffery, Thank you for taking the time to share...Read More
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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
Helpful
Skip Kachadoorian – Mar 07, 2023
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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
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Jan 07, 2023
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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
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Mark Anthony Boutte – Mar 09, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Oscar Carrillo – Feb 21, 2022
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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
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Javier Veliz Jr – Jul 30, 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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Randy Collins in Quincy, IL – Aug 30, 2017
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About Me

care philosophy

Utilizing the most advanced technology and innovative techniques in the field, our dedicated team has earned a reputation for providing unparalleled cardiothoracic care. Valley residents can be confident they are receiving the expert care they deserve, right here at home.

biography

Saint Agnes Care is pleased to welcome Board-certified Cardiothoracic Surgeon Godfred K. Yankey, MD, as the director of the Structural Heart Program.

Dr. Yankey comes to Saint Agnes from Rochester Regional Hospital in Rochester,...read more

  • Thoracic Surgery

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  • Case Western Reserve University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2002
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Thoracic Surgery
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Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
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Thoracic Surgery†
†Self designated 
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Locations

Saint Agnes Care Cardiothoracic Surgery

Saint Agnes Care Cardiothoracic Surgery1510 E Herndon Ave Ste 210 Fresno, CA 93720
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Mercy Health-Anderson Hospital

    7500 State Rd
    Cincinnati, OH 45255
    Recipient of 11
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

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

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Saint Agnes Medical Center

    1303 E Herndon Ave
    Fresno, CA 93720
    Recipient of 8
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

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

    80%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% lower than the national average

    68%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    8% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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