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Dr. Nathaniel McElhaney, MD

Dr. Nathaniel McElhaney, MD

Thoracic Surgery*

Dr. Nathaniel McElhaney, MD is a thoracic surgery specialist in Boynton Beach, FL. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Bethesda Hospital East and Bethesda Hospital West. He is accepting new patients.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 9 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (9 reviews)

Locations

Baptist Health Lynn Cancer Institute | Boynton Beach

Baptist Health Lynn Cancer Institute | Boynton Beach10301 Hagen Ranch Rd Ste 960 Boynton Beach, FL 33437
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At a Glance

  • Area of ExpertiseDr. McElhaney specializes in the area of Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • TrustworthyPatients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews

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Dr. McElhaney's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. McElhaney

4.6
9 ratings, 5 with a written review
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Dr. & scheduling assistant Marissa R Tops!!
Had surgery almost 3 weeks ago & Dr.McElhaney is the Only Dr. I would recommend. His assistant Marrisa is the most competent, compassionate, caring person & she & the Dr. compliment each others personality. I can’t say enough about both of them. Anyone looking for a top quality doctor & scheduling assistant, I strongly encourage & recommend them. Very sincerely- Cara
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
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Cara – Jan 07, 2025
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Great doctor
Dr McElhaney was my doctor in NY. I'm so sad he left. He was the only doctor that listened when i was injured. He was going to do surgery to eliminate this constant pain from t.o.s. After he left I could not find anybody to fix me. Here I am almost 3 years later and things are way worse. I tell doctors I was diagnosed with t.o.s. and show them the vascular ultrasound and they roll their eyes and disregard me. Come back Dr. McElhaney!!
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
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Oct 30, 2024
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Cancer follow up
This is my first time with him. I was so impressed with his way he dealt with everything and the way he spoke to me he knew I was upset and he was so comforting. I would definitely recommend him to anybody that needs to see a cancer doctor.
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
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Oct 04, 2024
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Dr McElhaney took his time explaining what he had found on my CT of my chest. I found him to be very compassionate and answering all of my questions.
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
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Aug 23, 2024
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He Saved My Life
In September of 2020 I had to have emergency surgery because a large mass had collapsed my left lung after almost two and a half years of a persistent cough and recent shortness of breath. It turned out to be a 22 cm long thymoma. I lost a lot of blood during the surgery, requiring 19 units of blood, and if it were not for Dr. McElhaney I would have died during the operation. He literally saved my life.
What went well
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Darin Robbins – Dec 26, 2022
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About Me

care philosophy

Lynn Cancer Institute takes a multidisciplinary approach to care. This means that you will have a team of experts from across many disciplines focused on the best treatment plan for you. We've built Lynn Cancer Institute with a team of cancer experts,...read more

biography

Nathaniel R. McElhaney, M.D., FACS, is a double board-certified thoracic surgeon with the Eugene M. & Christine E. Lynn Cancer Institute, part of Baptist Health, at Boca Raton Regional Hospital. He is certified in general surgery and thoracic surgery...read more
  • Thoracic Surgery

  • Surgical Oncology

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  • Memphis

    Fellowship Hospital
  • University Of Tennessee Health Science Center

    Fellowship Hospital
  • Union Memorial Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 2010
  • University Of Tennessee College Of Medicine

    Fellowship Hospital, 2010
  • Western Pennsylvania Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 2005
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Thoracic Surgery®
Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Bethesda Hospital East

    2815 S Seacrest Blvd
    Boynton Beach, FL 33435
    Recipient of 12
    hospital awards

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (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 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (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.

    79%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% lower than the national average

    66%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    9% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Bethesda Hospital West

    9655 Boynton Beach Blvd
    Boynton Beach, FL 33472
    Recipient of 9
    hospital awards
  • Boca Raton Regional Hospital

    800 Meadows Rd
    Boca Raton, FL 33486
    Recipient of 6
    hospital awards

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

    79%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% lower than the national average

    71%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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