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Dr. John E Moore MD

Cardiothoracic Surgeon

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5671 Peachtree Dunwoody Rd Ne Suite 550 Atlanta GA, 30342 Show map

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Dr. John Moore is a cardiothoracic surgeon practicing in Atlanta, GA. Dr. Moore specializes in surgical procedues of vital organs in the chest such as the heart, lungs, esophagus and more. As a cardiothoracic surgeon, Dr. Moore typically treats conditions like heart disease and lung disease. This class of surgeon can also include cardiac surgeons, cardiovascular surgeons, congenital heart surgeons and general thoracic surgeons.

Education and Training

University of Louisville MD 1975

The Citadel Bachelor of Science in Biology 1971

Board Certification

Cardiothoracic Surgery

American Board of Thoracic Surgery

American Board of Surgery

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Heart attack?
There are many many reasons to have chest pain and a heart attack is only one of them. Heart attack pain is often crushing or pressure in nature and is often accompanied with sweating and possibly nausea. You can have pain or tingling in your arms and sometimes up into your jaw. If the pain fits any of these categories you might want to go to the ER. READ MORE
Chest discomfort short term, daily?
Yes. I would have it assessed. Rhythm problems that necessitated your pacemaker are not always related to coronary vascular problems and therefore your coronary arteries should be assessed if they have not already. This can be done by an exercise nuclear scan or a stress echocardiogram. There are many other causes of chest pain such as inflammation of the cartilage between your ribs and sternum called Costcochronditis. A visit to your doctor with an exam of your chest is probably as good idea. READ MORE
How long is an echocardiogram?
It depends on which type of echo you are having. A transthoracic echo is done by passing an ulrasound probe around the front of the chest to obtain ultrasound images of the heart and its structures. It takes about ten to twenty minutes and is non invasiv A transesophogeal echo is made by passing a scope with an ultrasound probe on the tip into the esophagus. You would be sedated for this procedure and it would take around fifteen to twenty minutes. Altthough this procedure is more invasive the images of the heart are usually of a higher quality. Your physician can recommend which procedure is better for you READ MORE
Is coronary artery bypass surgery a major surgery?
Yes. Coronary bypass surgery is major surgery but in many cases it can be life saving. The risks involved depend upon a number of factors such as the overall function of your heart before surgery,the condition of your lungs and kidneys prior to any surgery, the presence of hardening of the arteries in other places in the body and many other things as well. All of the risks should be discussed in detail with your surgeon prior to undergoing surgery. For a patient in otherwise good health with good ability of the heart to eject blood on each beat the risk of dying from bypass surgery should be 1-2%-roughly the same as having gallbladder surgery or a hysterectomy READ MORE
What diet can help with heart arrhythmia?
It depends on what the arrhythmia is. However ,in general caffeine should be minimized so drinks such as coffee tea or soft drinks containing caffeine should be avoided or taken in small quantities. Foods containing caffeine like chocolate or foods that are highly spiced or have high sugar content will often exacerbate arrhythmia . Alcohol is an atrial irritant and should be avoided or taken sparingly in folks subject to arrhythmia. READ MORE
Can I fly with a heart stent?
Yes. The heart stent will not prevent you from flying READ MORE
Can exercises treat high blood pressure?
Yes. Aerobic exercises like walking swimming and bike riding can help to lower your blood pressure. The exercises can also help one lose weight which will also help lower blood pressure READ MORE
Can high blood pressure be managed with medications?
Yes. There are many many effective medications to reduce blood pressure. Exercise and weight loss also will help READ MORE
Can irregular heartbeat go back to normal?
The answer is yes. It depends on what “irregular heartbeat” really means. If you are having occasional premature atrial or ventricular heartbeats then there is probably no problem but if you are having something like atrial fibrillation then it is more serious and you should be on medication for it. The exact diagnosis of your “irregular heartbeat” should be determined and you should be advised accordingly READ MORE
Can COVID infection cause a fast heartbeat?
Yes. Part of the body’s healing process includes a faster heart rate and faster metabolism. You may want to see your physician and make sure you are in a normal heart rhythm however READ MORE
Will my chest hurt after open-heart surgery?
It depends on what type of surgery you are having. Any type of incision will probably have some pain associated with it READ MORE
Does blood pressure go down after the stent?
The stent will not make your blood pressure go down. I’m sure your doctor will make suggestions about lifestyle changes. Exercise weight loss and a better diet will help to lower blood pressure. You might want to ask your doctor about a referral to a cardiac rehab program which will help with those lifestyle changes. Good luck!! READ MORE
What does a low heart rate indicate?
It depends. Many people who are very good shape will have a heart rate of 60 or below. There are certain types of heart block that can cause a low heart rate as well. I would suggest visiting a physician and having an EKG to confirm you are in a normal rhythm READ MORE
Can I drink alcohol after heart bypass surgery?
You should be able to drink alcohol after bypass surgery if it is done in moderation. It would probably be best to wait a couple of weeks after surgery before having any alcohol and limit it to no more than two drinks a day READ MORE
Pounding heart?
I would recommend that you consult your doctor. There are other beta blockers that are more specific for the heart that may not cause side effects for you. Trying a different beta blocker might help READ MORE
What medication is used to lower heart rate?
Any beta blocker will lower your heart rate. A heart rate below ninety is probably normal however. If your heart rate remains faster than that you may want to visit your doctor to assess the reason it remains fast READ MORE
How can I prepare for open heart surgery?
If you are able try walking at least twice a day. You can also practice getting up out of a chair several times a day to keep your legs strong READ MORE
Why do I have high pulse rate, fatigue, and out of breath?
Your symptoms could be any number of things. The first thing to investigate would be your heart rhythm. It is possible that an abnormal rhythm could cause all these problems and would not necessarily be connected to blockages in your heart vessels and your leg vessels. Perhaps your cardiologist could recommend a monitor for you to determine if you have intermittent abnormal rhythms. READ MORE
Which is the most difficult heart valve to replace?
In general a mitral valve is harder to replace than an aortic valve. There are many other factors that contribute to these relative difficulty of the operation such as size of patient, any scarring from previous operations size of heart etc. READ MORE
Can you walk up stairs after open heart surgery?
Yes. In fact more activity is good for you READ MORE

Areas of expertise and specialization

lung canceresophageal cancerthoracic cancersrobotic surgery

Treatments

Lung Cancer
Esophageal Cancer

Professional Memberships

Society of Thoracic Surgeons
American College of Surgeons
The General Thoracic Surgical Club

Dr. John E Moore MD's Practice location

Practice At 5671 Peachtree Dunwoody Rd Ne Suite 550

5671 Peachtree Dunwoody Rd Ne Suite 550 -
Atlanta, GA 30342

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Dr. John E Moore MD has a rating of 4 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 18 patients. FindaTopDoc has aggregated the experiences from real patients to help give you more insights and information on how to choose the best Cardiothoracic Surgeon in your area. These reviews do not reflect a providers level of clinical care, but are a compilation of quality indicators such as bedside manner, wait time, staff friendliness, ease of appointment, and knowledge of conditions and treatments.

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Get to know Cardiothoracic Surgeon Dr. John E. Moore, who serves patients in Atlanta, Georgia.

Recognized as a highly trained cardiothoracic surgeon, Dr. Moore serves as the Chief of Thoracic Surgery at Northside Hospital Atlanta.

As such, he is trained to perform complicated surgeries on the lungs, esophagus, heart and other parts of the chest. His areas of expertise include lung cancer, esophageal cancer, thoracic cancers, and robotic surgery.

Licensed to practice medicine in Georgia, Dr. Moore is affiliated with Emory St. Joseph’s Hospital, Northside Hospital Forsyth, Northside Hospital Cherokee, Union General Hospital, and WellStar North Fulton Hospital.

A Graduate of the University of Louisville School of Medicine, he went on to perform his residencies in general surgery and cardiothoracic surgery at Emory University He is board certified in Cardiothoracic Surgery by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery The ABTS is an American surgical organization devoted to surgery of the chest.

In order to stay up to date in his field, Dr. Moore remains an active member of the Society of Thoracic Surgeons ,American College of Surgeons.and The General Thoracic Surgical Club

Cardiothoracic surgery is the field of medicine involved in the surgical treatment of organs inside the thorax. Cardiothoracic surgeons are medical doctors who specialize in surgical procedures inside the thorax, which may involve the heart, lungs, esophagus, and other organs in the chest. Thoracic Surgeons also diagnose and treat diseases of these organs. Throughout his career Dr Moore has been instrumental in developing a team approach to treating complex thoracic problems. Long an advocate of Lung Cancer Screening Dr Moore helped pioneer one of the first Lung Cancer screening programs in Georgia.