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Robert A. Oakes

Robert A. Oakes, MD

Proud member of Bryan Health Connect

Accepting New Patients

Specialty

Cardiothoracic Surgery

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402-483-3255

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My Approach to Care

Cardiothoracic surgery grew on me in my last year of medical school at Harvard. Being around those who have done great things, I realized that they’re normal people. What really sets them apart is their passion and engagement. After finishing my training, my wife and I looked all over the country, coast to coast and we loved the excellence in cardiothoracic surgery and cardiology that was here in Lincoln. I am proud to be a part of this group. We take great care of patients.

Education & Training

Medical School

Harvard Medical School

Residency

Stanford University Medical Center, General Surgery

Fellowship

Brigham and Women`s Hospital - Affiliate of Harvard Medical School, Cardiothoracic Surgery

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Surgery
    • Subspecialty Certification: Surgery
  • American Board of Thoracic Surgery
    • Subspecialty Certification: Thoracic Surgery

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Patient Reviews

November 05, 2024
Bryan has a wonderful team of caregivers. I am impressed and know I will be receiving wonderful care.
October 15, 2024
The doctor's prognosis was almost too good to be true. We certainly hope he is correct. We have no reason to not trust him, as we've never seen him before, nor even heard of him.
September 24, 2024
Great place everyone was very professional, friendly and helpful
September 03, 2024
He's very patient about explaining things until you understand. And waits after asking if you have any questions, giving you a bit of time to think about it.
July 30, 2024
I have been very impressed with the staff at Bryan East. Dr Oakes provided very important information that convinced us that we needed a mitral valve replacement.
May 14, 2024
I thought this provider was very professional, explained things in detail, and made me come away with a good feeling and a trust that we had developed between them.
May 14, 2024
Dr Oakes is a very kind, patient and brilliant provider. He is a breath of fresh air. I'm so thankful to by under his care.
April 30, 2024
Good information and very helpful
April 30, 2024
I was satisfied!
April 23, 2024
Great provider!
April 23, 2024
The receptionist, nurse, nurse scheduler, and Dr. Oakes were all friendly and made me feel important and confident in the care they gave me.
April 23, 2024
Everything was explained to me to where it was easy to understand what Dr. Oakes was saying. It made it easier as the staff were friendly and showed concerned.
April 16, 2024
Everyone at the Bryan Heart Surgical team was great. All the way from the nurses, the surgery, to the doctor, everybody did an awesome job. They were a full, well-oiled machine. Great team player spirit, had respect for each other, themselves, and me. It was wonderful.
April 02, 2024
It was a very good experience they really care about the patient
March 26, 2024
Dr. Oakes came highly recommended by some friends who surgery he did. I was very impressed with his manners and how he explained everything.
March 26, 2024
I was very impressed with Dr Oakes and his staff. Very professional and caring. It's quite evident that Dr Oakes knows what he's doing, and I trust him implicitly
March 26, 2024
Professional and caring
March 19, 2024
Very impressed with Doctor Oakes and his staff. His nurse and surgical assistants were excellent. Everyone was friendly. The office was clean and nice and it made a stressful situation more comfortable.
March 19, 2024
Very knowledgeable and personable
March 19, 2024
Very friendly office staff and nurse. Dr. Oakes was nice and answered my questions. He seemed to care that they were answered to my satisfaction.
March 05, 2024
Wonderful, supportive nurses and the Dr. took time to follow up on other information in my chart asking further questions and felt it would important to do a some other tests before the survery.
March 05, 2024
Dr. Oakes and his entire staff made me feel as if I was important, my worries and concerns were valid, and everyone treated me with the utmost respect and kindness. Something that is very rare nowadays unfortunately.
February 06, 2024
Very professional explanation of upcoming plan for surgery.
January 30, 2024
Direct and honest. My kind of Dr.
January 23, 2024
I found Dr. Oakes to be very personable, reassuring and confident. My anxiety level has lessened. I feel comfortable knowing he's my surgeon.
January 23, 2024
This is a major procedure and there is a lot going to happen in the days ahead, so we are going into unknown territory for us!!
January 09, 2024
Felt very comfortable and informed with the entire discussion
January 09, 2024
Excellent staff, kind, caring and happy. They listen to what you have to say vs other providers blowing you off. Am so happy I went to their emergency room.
January 09, 2024
Very efficient
December 19, 2023
He was very I think I learned from him
December 05, 2023
Thought we were in good hands very good bed side manner, appreciate the kindness and caring
December 05, 2023
They went above and beyond to get all my appointments scheduled while I was in town. I live in far western Nebraska. So they are greatly appreciated.
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