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Dr. Samuel Vester, MD

Dr. Samuel Vester, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Samuel Vester, MD is a cardiothoracic surgeon in Cincinnati, OH and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Cincinnati College of Medicine in 1983. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Mercy Health-Fairfield Hospital and Mercy Health-West Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.2 Star Rating
Based on 13 reviews 4.2 Star Rating (13 reviews)

Practice

4750 E Galbraith Rd Ste 215 Cincinnati, OH 45236

Make an Appointment

(513) 421-3494

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Vester specializes in the area of Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Vester's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Vester

4.2
13 ratings, 8 with a written review
5 star
77%
77%
4 star
0%
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3 star
8%
8%
2 star
0%
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1 star
15%
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Dr Wright and Dr Vester preformed a very difficult surgery on my wife in 1998. It was a aorta value and craft of her aorta. They saved her life. And she walks 3 miles a day. I say Thank you.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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William Schroder – Sep 11, 2020
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Dr. Vester is probably a good surgeon. I gave him 3 stars for two reasons. He did a poor job of preparing me for how difficult the recovery from the surgery would be. His nurse was difficult to work with in the matter of pain control. I suffered for several weeks needlessly.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
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Jeanie Naumann – Oct 02, 2019
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Dr. Vester showed integrity and a sense of pride in the very intricate heart valve replacement surgery he performed even after the so-called heart hospital declined. He saw the family's anguish and completed the task of saving our loved one. It's amazing to see someone come back to you after months of suffering. Thank you Dr Vester.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Russell Larmann in Latonia – Mar 04, 2018
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Dr. Vester is an amazing surgeon. I had issues which complicated my surgery and he overcame them. He answered all of my questions. He spent time explaining my situation. His confidence gave me confidence and because of that, I am doing wonderfully now. He has a great personality. His staff was prompt and knowledgeable. They gave me the support that I needed and I called them often. I have absolutely no complaints. I give him my highest possible recommendation.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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David G. Schlageter in Cincinnati, OH – May 10, 2017
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He was called in to do my open heart surgery. He is not a pleasant dr at all. His bedside manner is horrible. He yells at his patients and talks down to them like they are dogs. I kept telling him something was wrong with my breastbone and he wouldnt listen. Now i have to have another surgery to get my breastbone fixed because its split. I wouldnt recommend him to anyone. Hes not a caring doctor at all. Only in it for the money.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
4 others found this helpful
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Nicole in Hamilton, OH – Jan 20, 2017
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I had an emergency aortic valve replacement and Dr. Vester was very informative about my procedure and he has a very good bedside manner he joked with me when he knew is was upset, he answered all questions with no problems any time of day
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
2 others found this helpful
Helpful
Rebecca Tackett in Cincinnati, OH – Sep 11, 2016
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My husband had issues thru the angioplasty and needed to have a double bypass because of it. Dr. Vester was quick to take over and help my husband out.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
5 others found this helpful
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Linda A in Cincinnati, OH – Dec 31, 2015
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very caring and infomative to my condition
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
3 others found this helpful
Helpful
vicki salatin in Fairfield, OH – Dec 29, 2015
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About Me

biography

Dr. Samuel Vester, MD is a cardiothoracic surgeon in Cincinnati, OH and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Cincinnati College of Medicine in 1983. He is affiliated with medical facilities such...read more

  • Cardiothoracic Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Boston Children's Hospital Of Harvard University- Pediatric Cardiac Surgery

    Fellowship Hospital

  • Rush Presbyterian St Luke Medical Center|rush-presbyterian-st Luke Medical Center - Cardiothoracic Surgery

    Residency Hospital

  • University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1983
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Thoracic Surgery®
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Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • The Jewish Hospital-Mercy Health

    4777 E Galbraith Rd
    Cincinnati, OH 45236
    Recipient of 41
    hospital awards

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

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    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

    79%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Mercy Health-West Hospital

    3300 Mercy Health Blvd
    Cincinnati, OH 45211
    Recipient of 30
    hospital awards

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

    Top 2% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality year over year

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 2% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality year over year

    View all awards

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

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% 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

  • Mercy Health-Fairfield Hospital

    3000 Mack Rd
    Fairfield, OH 45014
    Recipient of 43
    hospital awards

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

    Top 1% in the nation for providing the highest clinical quality year over year

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 1% in the nation for providing the highest clinical quality year over year

    View all awards

    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

    77%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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