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Charles James Lutz, MD

Charles James Lutz, MD

Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery), Surgery

Provider Ratings

4.8 out of 5 (99 ratings)

Primary Contact

315-423-7192
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Primary Contact
315-423-7192
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Services & Specialties

Areas of Specialization

  • Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)
  • Surgery

Locations & Contact

Primary Location

St Joseph's Health Cardiovascular Institute - Cardiothoracic Surgery

104 Union Ave
Ste 806
Syracuse, NY 13203

315-423-7192 View Details

Conditions Treated

  • Cardiac Surgery

Education & Certifications

Education

Medical School:
SUNY Health Sciences Center

Fellowship:
University of Utah School of Medicine

Fellowship:
SUNY Upstate University Hospital

Residency:
SUNY Upstate University Hospital

Board Certifications

American Board of Thoracic Surgery

Provider Ratings

The following ratings and reviews are based on verified feedback collected from independently administered patient experience surveys. The ratings and comments submitted by patients reflect their own views and opinions. Patient identities are withheld to ensure confidentiality and privacy. Learn More >

4.8 out of 5

(99 ratings)

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

31 Reviews

07/31/2025

Dr. Lutz, Was very pleasant and patient and explained the details of a heart surgery.

07/11/2025

Very impressed with his knowledge and the way he delivered the information so we could understand it.

07/09/2025

Likable and intelligent did not speak down or above our questions, For the most part good communication skills

07/08/2025

He is well known as an outstanding cardiac surgeon, and I trust him implicitly with my care. He operated on me in 2022, and I would recommend him to anyone who wants the very best outcome. He takes time to explain things and I never feel rushed. Thank you!

06/23/2025

Professional and great bedside manner

06/02/2025

He was wonderful. He made me feel very comfortable.

05/12/2025

Thank you Dr Lutz for explaining everything that will take place and the reason for this type of surgery

04/29/2025

He鈥檚 wonderful and I鈥檓 so much more at ease about my up and coming surgery!

04/21/2025

no more than i鈥檝e answered it was a very good experience

04/07/2025

I would definitely recommend Dr Lutz and his practice to anyone who has a health issue similar to mine!

03/10/2025

We felt very comfortable with Dr. Lutz

03/10/2025

knowledgeable, pleasant ,thorough

03/04/2025

A great experience

02/24/2025

Everything was fine

02/05/2025

Extremely satisfied with Dr. Lutz. Feeling extremely grateful to be under his care.

01/31/2025

I felt comfortable.

01/29/2025

my first encounter with dr lutz so far very good

01/02/2025

Felt comfortable

12/12/2024

Took the time to explain my surgical plan. Was caring and compassionate to my health condition. Showed confidence and positivity about my surgery. Put my wife and I at ease; was warm and gracious. We came away very positive and confident about Dr Lutz performing my surgery.

12/04/2024

It was just my first time meeting him. I hope me being honest doesn't affect his surgical abilities.

11/18/2024

I appreciate that your staff is extremely busy due to Wynn鈥檚 hospitals lack of ability totakecare for our local people, and appreciate all the extra work they are doing! I鈥檓 glad I had to come to St. Joseph鈥檚 due to your excellent reputation in our community! Your Rome Hospital facility has become a hospita

11/13/2024

He was very pleasant and knowledgeable's he put things in a context that I could understand's

11/04/2024

Just that he was very cordial and explain everything to ensure I understood

10/30/2024

This provider performed 5 bypasses on my son 6 yrs ago. He did an excellent job, was kind, informative and as a family could not have asked for more. This is why I requested him for my surgeon.

10/28/2024

Dr Lutz was considerate and compassionate.

10/11/2024

I鈥檓 about to put my life into the hands of Dr. Lutz and I鈥檓 perfectly at ease because I鈥檓 confident in his expertise and enjoy his affable bedside manner.

10/10/2024

Everything was great except finding the office!!

10/07/2024

First contact could not have been better.

09/18/2024

It was a consult. Just waiting for surgery date

09/17/2024

A very good experience

09/09/2024

Knowledgeable, affable, polite, experienced
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