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Dr. J C Machannaford, MD

Dr. J C Machannaford, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery*
25+ years of experience

Dr. J C Machannaford, MD is a cardiothoracic surgeon in Plano, TX and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Machannaford has extensive experience in Aortic Aneurysm or Dissection. He graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine in 1999. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Medical City Dallas and Medical City Plano. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

5 Star Rating
Based on 8 reviews 5 Star Rating (8 reviews)

Locations

Advanced Cardiothoracic Surgeons - Plano

Advanced Cardiothoracic Surgeons - Plano1600 Coit Rd Ste 303 Plano, TX 75075
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Advanced Cardiothoracic Surgeons - Dallas

Advanced Cardiothoracic Surgeons - Dallas11970 N Central Expy Ste 510 Dallas, TX 75243
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Advanced Cardiothoracic Surgeons - Denton

Advanced Cardiothoracic Surgeons - Denton3537 S Interstate 35 E Ste 220 Denton, TX 76210
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Advanced Cardiothoracic Surgeons - Fort Worth

Advanced Cardiothoracic Surgeons - Fort Worth900 W Rosedale St Fort Worth, TX 76104
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At a Glance

  • Area of ExpertiseDr. Machannaford 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. Machannaford's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Machannaford

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8 ratings, 5 with a written review
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Richard Doty – Jun 22, 2021
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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
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Feb 14, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Scott Catone – Jun 25, 2020
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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
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Mike Vache in Randlett, OK – Aug 11, 2018
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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
6 people found this helpful
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Calvin Yvette in Dallas TX – Jan 23, 2017
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About Me

biography

This physician is accepting telehealth visits. Dr. MacHannaford is a board certified cardiothoracic surgeon. He performs all aspects of adult cardiac surgery with a particular interest in minimally invasive approaches to heart valve repairs. ...read more
  • Cardiothoracic Surgery

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  • Cleveland Clinic

    Fellowship Hospital
  • Rush Medical College

    Fellowship Hospital
  • University Of Illinois Metropolitan Group Hospitals

    Residency Hospital
  • University Of Illinois College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1999
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Thoracic Surgery®
Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Medical City Denton

    3535 S Interstate 35 E
    Denton, TX 76210
    Recipient of 15
    hospital awards

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

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

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 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.

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

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

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Medical City Dallas

    7777 Forest Ln
    Dallas, TX 75230
    Recipient of 23
    hospital awards

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

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

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

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% lower than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback
  • Medical City McKinney

    4500 Medical Center Dr
    McKinney, TX 75069
    Recipient of 24
    hospital awards

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

    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 250 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

    View all 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

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

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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