James Caccitolo, MD
Chief of Cardiothoracic Surgery
Medical Director, Trinity Clinic Cardiothoracic Surgery
Meet James Caccitolo, MD
James A. Caccitolo, MD, FACS, is a Board-certified thoracic and cardiac surgeon with over 30 years of experience, currently practicing in Tyler, Texas. He specializes in a broad range of thoracic and cardiovascular procedures, including coronary artery bypass grafting, valve repair and replacement, mass resection, minimally invasive lung surgery, esophagogastrectomy, and hiatal hernia repair.
Dr. Caccitolo earned his medical degree from Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine, followed by residency training at both the Massachusetts General Hospital/Harvard Medical School and the Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science, where he received advanced surgical and subspecialty training in cardiothoracic surgery.
He holds dual board certifications from the American Board of Thoracic Surgery and the American Board of Surgery, and is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS) — a distinction reflecting his commitment to surgical excellence and ethical standards.
Known for his precise surgical skill and compassionate patient care, Dr. Caccitolo brings decades of experience and innovation to every procedure, making him a trusted leader in thoracic and cardiovascular surgery.
Locations
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CHRISTUSHeart & Vascular703 S. Fleishel Ave., Suite 5000, Tyler, TX 75702HoursOpen
- Monday: 24 hr.
- Tuesday: 24 hr.
- Wednesday: 24 hr.
- Thursday: 24 hr.
- Friday: 24 hr.
- Saturday: 24 hr.
- Sunday: 24 hr.
Hospital Affiliations
CHRISTUS Health Plan
CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital - Tyler
CHRISTUS Trinity Clinic
Tyler ContinueCARE Hospital
Insurance Accepted
- Aetna US Healthcare
- AmeriGroup
- Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
- BlueChoice TC
- Brookshire Bros
- CHIPS - Texas True Choice
- CHRISTUS Health Plan
- CHRISTUS Health Plan - Medicare Advantage
- Cigna
- Cigna Healthspring
- First Health
- HealthSmart
- Humana ChoiceCare Network
- Humana Medicare Advantage
- Humana Military TRICARE
- Imperial Health Plan Medicare Advantage
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- PHCS TC
- Procare Advantage, LLC
- Railroad Medicare
- Rockport Healthcare
- Superior Health Plan
- Texas Childrens Health Plan
- Texas True Choice STAR Health Plan (Foster Care)
- TRICARE South Region
- TriWest
- Uniformed Services Family Health Plan (USFHP)
- United Healthcare (UHC)
- United Healthcare (UHC) - Community Plan
- USA Managed Care
Education & Certifications
Residency: Massachusetts General Hospital
Residency: Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science
Medical Education: Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine
Certification: American Board of Thoracic Surgery
Certification: American Board of Surgery
Ratings & Reviews
- Overall Quality of Care
- Listened Carefully
- Explained Things Clearly
- Spent Enough Time
- Showed Courtesy & Respect
Patient reviews (48)
This experience was better than I could have asked for.
He has a calm manner which I appreciate. He always give me time to ask questions whether I have any or not.
He listens carefully and asks the right questions.
