Bret Borchelt, MD

Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, Thoracic Surgery

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Novant Health Cardiothoracic Surgeons

4622 Country Club Road, Winston-Salem, NC 27104

(336) 768-9535

66 miles away

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About

I wanted to be a surgeon since I was 9 years old, after my younger sister had successful open-heart surgery. But it wasn't until halfway through my nine-year surgical training program that I decided to devote my career to thoracic and cardiovascular surgery.

A cardiothoracic surgeon specializes in procedures of the heart, lung, esophagus and other organs in the chest. I'm proud to be part of a dedicated team that provides top-notch care in this field. The team approach is essential not only to...

What I treat

Specialties: Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, Thoracic Surgery
Areas of focus: Aortic Aneurysm Repair, Atrial Fibrillation, Heart/CABG Surgery, Lung Surgery

Board certifications

Thoracic and Cardiac Surgery

Years of experience

20+ years of experience

Education

Healthcare Education: Medical College of Virginia (1991)
Internship: University of Maryland School of Medicine (1992)
Residency: University of Maryland School of Medicine (1997)
Fellowship: University of Maryland School of Medicine (2000)

Personal

Languages: English
Gender: Male

Reviews

Likelihood of recommending this provider

52 Ratings

Provider discussed proposed treatments4.9

Provider explanation of problem or condition5

Provider efforts to include you in decisions5

Provider concern for questions or worries5

1-5 of 12 Reviews

06/25/2026 | Verified Patient

He was very thorough while explaing my condition, follow up, etc. Very pleased with the visit

06/06/2026 | Verified Patient

Good Experience

06/06/2026 | Verified Patient

Physician was open and honest about risk vs benefit of intervention. Appreciated his honesty and at the same time he was reassuring. Even though no surgical fix for the problem, I felt less anxious after speaking with him.

04/25/2026 | Verified Patient

Very impressive doctor. I really liked him from the start.

03/22/2026 | Verified Patient

Doctor was very interested in my problem and clearly explained my options for treatment. Very good bedside manner.

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Novant Health Cardiothoracic Surgeons

Wheelchair accessible

4622 Country Club Road, Suite 180

Winston-Salem, NC 27104

336-768-9535

Fax: (336) 768-4155