Name: Dr. Modesto J. Colon Rodriguez
Specialty: Thoracic Surgery
Subspecialties: Adult Cardiac Surgery, Aortic Surgery, Cardiovascular Surgery
Qualification/Board Certification: Medical Degree from New York Medical College
Affiliation(s): Banner-University Medical Center Phoenix, Flagstaff Medical Center, Phoenix Cardiac Surgery PC
Locations (City/State): Phoenix, Arizona; Flagstaff, Arizona
Languages Spoken: Not publicly listed
Accepting New Patients: Yes (patients are encouraged to contact the office for confirmation)
NPI Number: 1083873574

About the Doctor

Dr. Modesto J. Colon Rodriguez is an experienced thoracic and cardiovascular surgeon based in Phoenix, Arizona, with more than 20 years of medical practice experience. He specializes in thoracic surgery, adult cardiac surgery, aortic surgery, and cardiovascular procedures, with particular expertise in heart valve surgery and coronary artery bypass surgery. Dr. Colon Rodriguez completed his medical education at New York Medical College and further advanced his surgical training through residency and fellowship programs at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai.

He currently practices at Phoenix Cardiac Surgery PC and is affiliated with leading Arizona medical centers, including Banner-University Medical Center Phoenix and Flagstaff Medical Center. Dr. Colon Rodriguez is highly regarded by patients for his surgical expertise, compassionate care, and positive treatment outcomes. He accepts several major insurance plans, including Aetna, Humana, and Blue Cross plans, and is generally accepting new patients.

Highlights

• Over 20 years of surgical and cardiovascular care experience
• Specializes in thoracic and cardiovascular surgery
• Expertise in heart bypass and heart valve surgeries
• Affiliated with top-ranked Arizona hospitals
• Highly recommended by patients for surgical outcomes and patient care
• Accepts multiple insurance providers including Medicare and Medicaid plans

Education & Training

Medical School

• New York Medical College

Residency

• Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai – Surgery Residency (2007–2013)

Fellowship / Additional Training

• Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai/Mount Sinai Hospital – Fellowship in Cardiovascular Disease (2013–2015)

Medical Conditions Treated

Dr. Colon Rodriguez specializes in diagnosing and treating a wide range of heart, lung, and thoracic conditions. His clinical focus includes complex cardiovascular diseases requiring surgical intervention.

Common Conditions Treated:

• Coronary artery disease
• Heart valve disease
• Aortic aneurysms
• Thoracic disorders
• Lung diseases requiring surgery
• Chest and thoracic abnormalities
• Cardiovascular complications
• Heart failure requiring surgical management
• Heart arrhythmias
• Structural heart conditions

Medical Procedures Performed

Dr. Colon Rodriguez performs advanced thoracic and cardiovascular surgical procedures using modern surgical techniques and evidence-based care approaches.

Procedures & Treatments:

• Heart bypass surgery (Coronary artery bypass grafting – CABG)
• Heart valve repair and replacement surgery
• Aortic surgery
• Cardiovascular surgery
• Thoracic surgical procedures
• Surgical consultations and evaluations
• Preventive cardiovascular screenings
• Post-operative cardiac care
• Diagnostic assessments for thoracic diseases
• Complex chest surgery procedures

Services Offered

Dr. Modesto J. Colon Rodriguez provides comprehensive thoracic and cardiovascular surgical services designed to improve heart and lung health while supporting long-term patient recovery and wellness. His practice focuses on individualized treatment plans, advanced surgical care, and collaborative patient management. Patients receive detailed evaluations, diagnostic assessments, surgical consultations, and post-operative monitoring to ensure safe and effective outcomes.

The practice emphasizes preventive cardiovascular care, management of chronic cardiac conditions, and surgical treatment for complex thoracic disorders. Dr. Colon Rodriguez also works closely with hospital teams and specialists to coordinate care for patients requiring advanced cardiac procedures or long-term follow-up.

Services Include

• Cardiovascular surgical consultations
• Thoracic surgery evaluations
• Heart disease management
• Surgical treatment planning
• Heart bypass surgery
• Heart valve surgery
• Aortic surgery and repair
• Preventive cardiovascular screenings
• Post-surgical follow-up care
• Chronic heart condition management
• Hospital-based surgical care
• Diagnostic cardiovascular evaluations

Accepted Insurances

Dr. Colon Rodriguez accepts a variety of major insurance plans. Patients should contact the office directly to verify participation and coverage details.

Insurance Providers Accepted

• Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • POS
  • PPO
• Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
  • Medicare
  • POS
  • PPO
• Elevance
  • HMO
  • Medicare
  • POS
• Humana
  • Medicare
  • PPO
• Medicaid (select plans)
• Medicare

Practice Locations

Location 1

Phoenix Cardiac Surgery PC
Address: 3131 E. Clarendon Ave #102, Phoenix, AZ 85016
Phone: (602) 253-9168

Hospital Affiliations

• Banner-University Medical Center Phoenix – Phoenix, Arizona
• Flagstaff Medical Center – Flagstaff, Arizona