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Andrew L Pruitt, MD

Andrew Pruitt, MD

Thoracic Surgery

Provider Groups

  • Trinity Health IHA Medical Group

  • Trinity Health Medical Providers

Primary Contact

(734) 712-5500
Provider Groups
  • Trinity Health IHA Medical Group

  • Trinity Health Medical Providers

Primary Contact
(734) 712-5500

Services & Specialties

Areas of Specialization

  • Thoracic Surgery

Locations & Contact

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About

Andrew Pruitt, MD is board-certified in thoracic surgery. In caring for patients, Dr. Pruitt has clinical interests in mitral valve robotic surgery, bypass surgery and valve surgery. Outside of practice, Dr. Pruitt is actively involved in the local healthcare community. He also served in the US Army Reserve for 19 years and completed his service with the rank of Lt. Colonel. Dr. Pruitt is also the Program Director of the MSTCVS BCBS Quality Collaborative, Saint Joseph Mercy Health System.

Insurances Accepted

  • Aetna
  • Aetna (Medicare Advantage)
  • Aetna Better Health Medicaid
  • Aetna Better Health of Michigan
  • Aetna Commercial ALL PLANS
  • Aetna Medicare Advantage ALL PLANS
  • BCBS Michigan (Medicare Advantage)
  • BCBS of Michigan Federal / Traditional
  • BCBS of Michigan Medicare Advantage PPO
  • BCBS of Michigan PPO Commercial
  • BCN Medicare Advantage
  • BCN of Michigan HMO
  • BCN of Michigan M Premier Care HMO
  • Blue Care Network of Michigan
  • Blue Cross Complete of Michigan
  • Blue Cross Complete of Michigan - Medicaid
  • BlueCross Blue Shield Michigan
  • Cofinity
  • Cofinity (Network)
  • Community Care
  • Community Care Associates
  • HAP Alliance Health & Life Commercial
  • HAP Alliance Health & Life Medicare Advantage
  • HAP Empowered (Medicaid)
  • Health Alliance Plan of Michigan
  • Humana Medicare Advantage
  • Humana Medicare Advantage ALL PLANS
  • McLaren Commercial ALL PLANS
  • McLaren Health Plan
  • McLaren Medicaid
  • McLaren Medicare Advantage ALL PLANS
  • Medicaid - Michigan
  • Medicaid Michigan
  • Medicare (Traditional)
  • Medicare Michigan
  • Meridian Commercial ALL PLANS
  • Meridian Health Plan
  • Meridian Medicaid
  • Molina Healthcare of Michigan
  • Molina Medicaid
  • Multiplan Network
  • Multiplan PHCS (Network)
  • Physicians Health Plan (PHP)
  • Physicians Health Plan (PHP) Medicare Advantage
  • Physicians Health Plan (PHP) Michigan Cares Network
  • Priority Health
  • Priority Health / Cigna Commercial
  • Priority Health / Cigna Medicare Advantage
  • Priority Health Medicaid
  • Priority Health Medicare
  • Railroad Medicare
  • Railroad Medicare Michigan
  • Tricare (Humana Military) Non-Prime Plans
  • TRICARE (Humana Military) Prime
  • Tricare Humana Military
  • Tricare Prime Remote
  • Trinity Health
  • United Healthcare Commercial ALL PLANS
  • United Healthcare Community Plan (Medicaid)
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan Michigan
  • University of Michigan Health Plan
  • Veterans Affairs Community Care Network
  • Veterans Choice Program
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Education & Certifications

Education

Medical School:
University of Kentucky College of Medicine

Internship:
Zucker School of Medicine/Northwell Emergency Medicine

Fellowship:
Zucker School of Medicine/Northwell Emergency Medicine

Board Certifications

American Board of Thoracic Surgery

Provider Groups

Trinity Health IHA Medical Group

Trinity Health Medical Providers

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 >

5 out of 5

(173 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.

120 Reviews

09/26/2024

The best. Dr. Pruitt is fantastic and his team is Oustanding. I鈥檝e had a lot of surgeries in my life and this was best ever. He鈥檚 a great surgeon with a wonderful sense of humor. He鈥檚 a straight shooter and his team is the best. They were positive, compassionate and very helpful.

09/26/2024

I can't say enough for Dr. Pruitt and his staff. They have all made me feel quite comfortable and ready to move forward.

09/25/2024

I would give a higher rating if it were available!

09/18/2024

Positive delivery of unpopular news

09/11/2024

Very caring, thoughtful and attentive. VERY Concerned with my treatment at the hospital.

09/11/2024

Very complete thank you.

09/04/2024

Dr. Pruitt takes his time to answer all my questions and explain the surgery. It is appreciated!

09/04/2024

Perfect

09/04/2024

great straff

09/04/2024

Of all the medical facilities in the ANN ARBOR area, St Joes is the best.

08/29/2024

First class

08/28/2024

Keep up the good work

08/16/2024

The most caring, professional and personable doctor I have ever interacted with. He is the standard that all doctors should be held to.

08/07/2024

Dr. Pruitt was very thorough in explaining everything prior to surgery. He stopped by almost everyday while I was in the hospital and if not him personally a person from the practice. He really put my family and myself at ease about this really big surgery.

07/31/2024

I committed to proceed with the surgery.

07/24/2024

Dr. Pruitt provides all the time that is necessary to go over test results, questions, etc. No "bum's rush".

07/17/2024

I was very happy with Dr Pruitt because he listened carefully to my concerns. He gave very good explanations of the procedure, options available, and I never felt rushed. Just waiting for scheduling for the next steps.

06/28/2024

Wonderful surgeon and person answered all my questions helped me get through one of the most difficult procedures of my life. Me and my family are so grateful Thank you

06/26/2024

A wonderful group of people as uncertain as I was about doing this surgery the team was amazing in calming my fears. They also did an amazing job with my after care

06/19/2024

Perfect visit all the way around . Thank you !

06/19/2024

Dr. Pruitt and his entire staff have been wonderful so far. They have given me everything I need to make a very difficult decision. The staff bent over backwards to accommodate schedule which was really refreshing in today鈥檚 environment.

06/19/2024

Excellent Surgeon

06/12/2024

Dr Pruitt and all of his staff are amazing medical professionals. From the beginning office. appointment to the time I was released from the hospital I was treated like I was the only person with medical issues.

05/22/2024

Relates well to patients at their level.

05/08/2024

Dr. Pruitt is great!!

05/07/2024

Dr Pruitt provided excellent medical services for which I am pleased and grateful.

04/26/2024

Exceptional experience and patient focused care.

04/25/2024

From day one very informative and caring!

04/24/2024

Very caring and professional!

03/26/2024

Dr. Pruitt and the supporting staff were very informative, caring, and patient during my entire consultation meeting and with follow-up correspondence and scheduling other required appointments. Sue S's. compassion made a world of difference during a stressful time.

03/21/2024

Dr. Pruitt is an amazing Doctor. He took the time to tell me what needs to be done and the risks associated with my surgery and following up afterwards. He has an incredibly dedicated team that works with him ,which also includes the nurses in the SICU.

03/20/2024

Was referred to another provider, getting an appointment has been difficult

03/19/2024

Outstanding experience with Dr. Pruitt. He worked with me for over 6 years and when conditions merited he went along with my decision to have the operation.

03/15/2024

He is the best at what he does he takes his time and explains things so that you understand what is going on with you he is a very good surgeon has been my surgeon since 2012 I just love him and the staff.

03/13/2024

I wouldn't trust any one else with my care but this team

02/21/2024

Didn't ask at the last chance (I don't think) if I had any other issues, which I did, and considered them especially important.

02/07/2024

I had an excellent experience

01/31/2024

Actually in desperate need of a team Dr. to take over the responsibility of continuing required prescriptions because in just a few days I am out.

01/10/2024

Totally satisfied in all aspects of my visit.

01/03/2024

Calm

01/03/2024

Everyone at Saint Joe鈥檚 we鈥檙e super nice and treated me very well

12/13/2023

Dr. Andrew Pruitt is the best. Your hospital is very lucky to have him on staff! I would like the President of St. Joseph to say thank you to him. He really deserves it

12/13/2023

I dont think he needs to change a thing.

11/29/2023

I am very comfortable looking forward to my procedure

11/23/2023

Dr. Pruit was thorough, patient and spent quality time with us. He laid out options without being pushy.i can highly recommend him.

11/09/2023

Great provider from the front desk to the Doctor

10/24/2023

everything's good thank you

10/19/2023

Dr Pruitt and all of the staff listened and provided support and answers to all of my questions.

10/19/2023

I was very satisfied with my care

10/05/2023

Dr. Pruitt has been monitoring my diagnosis for about 12 years. I鈥檝e always known that open heart surgery might be needed. I have complete confidence that if I should need that procedure, Dr. Pruitt is the best of the best.

08/24/2023

Exceptional!

08/20/2023

This doctor saved my life....

08/10/2023

Under his care for 14 years he is the best!

08/10/2023

He's the best, all of your doctors should take patient care lessons from him.

07/27/2023

Did not feel rushed during my visit and all questions were answered and informative.

07/18/2023

Dr. Pruitt spent sufficient time with me to explain his recommended procedure and the likelihood of various desirable and undesirable outcomes. His scheduler (Tanya) is very competent and efficient.

07/06/2023

Simply outstanding...

06/22/2023

very good

06/22/2023

Great and comfortable meeting

06/18/2023

really liked he answered all our questions

06/16/2023

I would (and do recommend Dr. Pruitt and IHA and the entire staff for their excellent compassionate care.

06/13/2023

Like I said earlier highly recommend

06/08/2023

Just a sincere thank you for what the team did for me!! They saved my life!

05/19/2023

Pleasant and reaffirming .

05/18/2023

Dr. Pruitt is awesome! Love him and his whole team.

04/21/2023

The doctor and nurse appointments were not rushed it was a good experience

04/19/2023

very encouraging

04/13/2023

After talking with Dr. Pruitt, I understood so much more about what was happening, and felt comfortable with his knowledge.

04/06/2023

I am so grateful to Dr. Pruitt for getting me through this health challenge. I feel great, and I owe it to him! All the staff and everyone else involved in my experience were top notch.

03/23/2023

I couldn't have been in better hands. Every confidence in Dr. Pruitt.

03/09/2023

Everything went well

02/21/2023

Very pleased with Dr Pruett

02/16/2023

Dr. Pruitt is one of the most compassionate doctors I know. He always answers my questions and never makes me feel rushed.

02/15/2023

Excellent surgeon, excellent care, detailed information, answered all questions

02/13/2023

Impressive!

06/26/2022

I felt very confident in my care.

06/23/2022

Dr Andrew Pruitt is the most caring, knowledgeable, dedicated, understanding physician I have ever had. He empathizes and shares my concerns. I have always been impressed by how patient and caring he is. He listens to all my concerns, he answers my questions, his explanations are easy to understand and if I still don't understand he continues to explain until I do. My only wish is that all physicians were like him.

06/03/2022

*Dr. Pruitt & his staff are excellent.

06/03/2022

*Dr. Pruitt was very helpful explaining & answering questions we had about the surgical procedure I was about to have.

06/02/2022

*Dr. Pruitt explained everything to myself & husband and we had our grand daughter for to appointment and *Dr. Pruitt went over everything with the 3 of us.

05/31/2022

EXCELLENT.

05/24/2022

*Dr. Pruitt is an amazing surgeon with an incredible medical staff! He is also a wonderful person, your hospital is better because of him!

05/02/2022

Super.

04/26/2022

All positive!!'

02/25/2022

I got the best care anyone could ask for.

02/24/2022

Extremely satisfied.

02/21/2022

My visit was pleasant, cordial, informative and overall positive!

02/11/2022

Comprehensive discussion re: possible heart surgery.

02/08/2022

A total caring professional. Very thorough.

02/04/2022

'The best.' they give a new meaning to 'set the example don't be the example.

02/01/2022

Excellent.

01/25/2022

This visit was for a 2nd opinion for an existing problem. I expect I may make future appointment with Dr. Pruitt. He is exceptional.

01/25/2022

Dr. Pruitt impressed both my husband and I very positively! He was very relaxed, and acted as if he had all the time in the world to explain in laymen's terms & teach us & advise me. We appreciated his demeanor and time spent. In my experience this quite rare. Would highly recommend.

01/25/2022

Super provider.

01/12/2022

It was a visit worthy of my expectation and very commendable.

01/12/2022

Dr. Pruitt & staff are the finest around. Always professional. Always personable.

01/05/2022

The Dr. Explained to us what my medical problem was and how the procedure to help this would be done. His explanation helped us to understand what we needed to do.

01/04/2022

Satisfied.

01/02/2022

He/they/all were better than I could hope for.

01/02/2022

After a lifetime of medical interactions w/many doctors I find Dr. Pruitt to be a highly skilled surgeon & one of the most caring, sincere doctors ever encountered. He is a credit to St. Joe's Hospital & anyone who is lucky enough to have him there for them!

12/30/2021

Dr Pruitt is a one of the most caring and capable surgeons I've ever had. His bedside manner is outstanding!

12/30/2021

Front desk person greeted us and made us feel welcome. She told us our doctor was excellent and would llisten as well as just talk to us. Very reassuring since this was our first time meeting him.

11/22/2021

Outstanding communication in addition to his knowledge & experience. Extremely thankful that this consultation was not rushed and we talked for over an hour. This was KEY.

11/18/2021

Dr. Pruitt is very friendly, warm, personable and professional.

11/17/2021

Good, pleasant & informative.

11/11/2021

*Dr. Pruitt & staff exceeded my expectations.

11/02/2021

Was very very happy the care I got from _____ provider before surgery - - during hosp. stay and after surgery thanks.

10/28/2021

Took the time to explain upcoming procedure and was very courteous.

10/07/2021

My experience was excellent.

10/05/2021

I had emergency surgery to repair my aorta.

10/02/2021

Excellent and timely

10/01/2021

Very good communicator. Very willing to listen to my concerns/questions.

09/23/2021

He has been 100% at all contacts over the years. 1 time ea. year visits.

09/22/2021

As has been the case over the last 10 years, my experience with Dr. Pruitt was very satisfactory.

08/27/2021

He is an excellent doctor and concerned for the patient.

08/26/2021

Dr, Pruitt and his staff provide the best experiences I have had in the IHA system. Their customer service far exceeds other departments.

08/16/2021

Only thing bothered me - T.M.I scary info. - didn't sleep well that night more relaxed now -

07/13/2021

I would never wish to go elsewhere for my care and I am very thankful to be treated by this provider and the office staff is excellent.

06/24/2021

Very easy friendly informed. Was more than happy with Dr. Pruitt and staff.

06/24/2021

I had this appointment because I have to have open heart surgery. I went into this appointment VERY nervous, scared & apprehensive but Dr. Pruitt spent over an hour with us and I feel I'm in good hands. Still scared but......
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