Cardiovascular Surgery in Minnesota

Overview

Cardiovascular Surgery at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minn., specializes in the diagnosis and surgical treatment of disorders affecting the heart, aorta and other great vessels. Mayo Clinic in Rochester is one of the largest cardiovascular care centers in the United States, with ten cardiovascular surgeons on staff. Mayo Clinic in Rochester has been ranked first or second in cardiovascular practice in the U.S. News and World Report "America's Best Hospitals" report since the report has been published.

In Rochester, Mayo Clinic cardiovascular surgeons perform more than 2,500 heart operations each year using state-of-the-art technology, including minimally invasive techniques.

The Mayo Model of Care emphasizes an integrated, team approach to provide the best care for each patient. The surgeons communicate closely with all other specialists caring for cardiovascular patients at Mayo Clinic in Rochester.

Special Expertise

Cardiovascular surgery staff have special training and interest in:

Aneurysm surgery

• Aortic root surgery
• Thoracic aortic aneurysm surgery including thoracic aortic stent grafts

Congenital heart disease surgery in children and adults, including heart surgery for Marfan syndrome

Coronary artery bypass surgery

• Off-pump (beating heart) coronary bypass
• Traditional coronary artery bypass surgery

Heart Failure Surgery

• Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy surgery
• Ventricular remodeling procedures
• Ventricular assist devices
• Heart transplant

Heart Valve Surgery

• Aortic valve repair and replacement
• Mitral valve repair and replacement

Pulmonary Hypertension Surgery

• Pulmonary thromboendarterectomy

Rhythm Disorder Surgery

• Maze procedure for atrial fibrillation