Jonathan Trent Magruder, MD
Cardiothoracic Surgery

5 out of 5,
New patient visits
Piedmont Heart Cardiothoracic Surgery Athens
242 King Avenue, Suite 230
Athens, GA 30606-2797
Phone
706-475-1950Fax
706-475-1955
J. Trent Magruder, MD, is a board-certified cardiothoracic surgeon, with dual certifications from both the American Board of Thoracic Surgery and the American Board of Surgery. Specializing in cutting-edge techniques, Dr. Magruder's clinical expertise includes coronary revascularization with advanced multi-arterial grafting strategies, comprehensive treatment of valvular heart disease, aortic surgery (including aneurysms), robotic cardiothoracic surgery, and innovative heart failure therapies.
Beyond his extensive surgical and inpatient care, Dr. Magruder is passionate about advancing the field through data analytics and clinical research. With over 90 peer-reviewed publications, his work is focused on improving patient safety and optimizing outcomes in cardiothoracic surgery. His current research interests include transcatheter and surgical treatments for valvular heart disease, as well as strategies to enhance intraoperative perfusion/cardiopulmonary bypass, ensuring the highest standard of care for his patients.
Committed to both excellence in surgery and groundbreaking research, Dr. Magruder is at the forefront of transforming cardiothoracic care with a patient-centered approach and a passion for innovation.
Beyond his extensive surgical and inpatient care, Dr. Magruder is passionate about advancing the field through data analytics and clinical research. With over 90 peer-reviewed publications, his work is focused on improving patient safety and optimizing outcomes in cardiothoracic surgery. His current research interests include transcatheter and surgical treatments for valvular heart disease, as well as strategies to enhance intraoperative perfusion/cardiopulmonary bypass, ensuring the highest standard of care for his patients.
Committed to both excellence in surgery and groundbreaking research, Dr. Magruder is at the forefront of transforming cardiothoracic care with a patient-centered approach and a passion for innovation.
Provider Information
Gender
Male
Languages
English
Education
Johns Hopkins Hospital Department of Surgery
Residency, Surgery, 2019
Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, Division of Cardiovascular Surgery
Fellowship, Cardiothoracic Surgery, 2021
Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
Medical Education, 2012
Certifications
American Board of Surgery
American Board of Thoracic Surgery
Verified Reviews
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5 out of 5
173 ratings,
72 reviews
5/12/2025
Extremely satisfied.
5/5/2025
He was to the point, explained things very well before surgery. He was very professional and is a really great surgeon.
4/28/2025
He is a good doctor that care about him patients
3/17/2025
He very nice and like way he told me and the surgery that I am going to have.
3/10/2025
It was a very pleasant visit. Dr Magruder was relaxed, non-rushed, and very willing to educate me and answer my questions. Great job Dr. M!
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Map & Directions
Piedmont Heart Cardiothoracic Surgery Athens
242 King Avenue, Suite 230 Athens, GA 30606-2797
Phone
706-475-1950Fax
706-475-1955