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Dr. Hazem El-Khatib, MD

Dr. Hazem El-Khatib, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Hazem El-Khatib, MD is a cardiothoracic surgeon in Pittsburgh, PA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Amer University Beirut in 1987. He is affiliated with medical facilities Grove City Hospital and Butler Memorial Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

5 Star Rating
Based on 9 reviews 5 Star Rating (9 reviews)

Practice

320 E North Ave Pittsburgh, PA 15212
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(412) 359-8820

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. El-Khatib specializes in the area of Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. El-Khatib's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. El-Khatib

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Amazing Dr. who helped my brother and worked with
It’s my brother he was amazing helping him. His diabetes caused delays and issues. He did awesome job and I would recommend with. He has great bedside manners. He was very calming and great to pay attention to details of his patient.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 other person found this helpful
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Darlene Ionadi Shook – Jan 07, 2023
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I took my father into see Dr. El Khatib on two occasions concerning a leaking valve in a blocked artery. My father absolutely loved him and so did I. He spent so much time explaining everything to us and wasn’t rushed and wasn’t trying to get out of there to get to the next patient he was absolutely amazing! Bedside manners are unbelievably great. Highly recommend him. He did have to refer us to Pittsburgh to see if my father qualified for the valve clip as opposed to open heart surgery as Butler did not do the mitral clip but my father did express that if he did not qualify for the mitral valve clip he absolutely would want Dr. El Khatib to do any open heart surgery he may need.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Cyndi – Nov 05, 2021
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Dr. El-Khatib is an amazing Dr. and Surgeon. This man has very skilled and magical hands. In 2018, I got very sick and ended up in hosp. Dr. El-Khatib,along with his team and other Dr.s, literally saved my life. He is the most caring, attentitive, specialist I have ever come across. I am very blessed. Honored to call him my Dr. and friend. If anybody reading this, needs a specialist in his field, do whatever you can to aquire his advice. Honestly, don't believe one would regret it. Dr. El-Khatib, if I could encase you in gold, I most certainly would.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 other person found this helpful
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Lori Ann Wadowsky – Oct 29, 2021
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Doctor did pleuradisis with bleb resection. He is very nice and respectful. Communicates well.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Office environment
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Kathy – Aug 30, 2021
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Dr. El-Khatib did a very complicated heart surgery on me involving three different things at the same time. Replacing a valve, coronary bypass and repairing an aorta. He did an excellent job. I am 8 weeks post surgery and walking 4 miles a day at a brisk pace. He is a great surgeon and a kind and considerate human being. I highly reccomend him.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
5 others found this helpful
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Mike in Indiana, PA – Apr 21, 2017
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Dr.El-Khatib is absolutely wonderful. On Nov. 11 he did TAVR for me and I am a different person. I feel 20 years younger,like I was brought back from the dead. He spent so much time with me explaining (in plain English) that I could understand what was going to happen during surgery. Everyone in this office makes you feel so comfortable. If I had to do it another time I wouldn't hesitate. I really trust these Drs. with my life. I am so grateful, what a wonderful Christmas present this is!!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
6 others found this helpful
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Gary Ball in Butler, PA – Dec 23, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Hazem El-Khatib, MD is a cardiothoracic surgeon in Pittsburgh, PA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Amer University Beirut in 1987. He is affiliated with medical facilities Grove City Hospital and Butler...read more

  • Cardiothoracic Surgery

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  • Med College Of Ohio Hospital|university Iowa Hosps And Clinics

    Residency Hospital

  • Amer University Beirut

    Medical School, 1987
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Thoracic Surgery®
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Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Allegheny General Hospital320 E North Ave Pittsburgh, PA 15212
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Agh Electrophysiology-Monroeville2566 Haymaker Rd Ste 201 Monroeville, PA 15146
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Butler Memorial Hospital

    1 Hospital Way
    Butler, PA 16001
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

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

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Grove City Hospital

    631 N Broad Street Ext
    Grove City, PA 16127

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

    88%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    21% higher than the national average

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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