PALM COAST – Florida Hospital Flagler Cardio-Thoracic Surgeon John Walsh, MD, was named one of America’s top surgeons by the Consumer’s Research Council of America.

Consumers' Research Council of America has compiled a list of top surgeons throughout the United States by utilizing a point-value system that assessed the surgeons years of experience, education and continuing education, Professional Medical Associations memberships, and board certifications.

Dr. Walsh is a St. Augustine resident and has practiced in the Palm Coast area for more than six years.  He has served as Florida Hospital Flagler’s Chief of Surgery since 2008 and been on the hospital’s Board of Directors for two years. He completed his residency at George Washington University Medical Center and is board certified in thoracic surgery.

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