Afshin Ehsan
Expertise in
7
conditions
Expertise in
7
conditions

Overview

Dr. Afshin Ehsan is a board-certified adult cardiothoracic surgeon. His professional interests include surgical treatment of complex valvular heart disease, catheter-based aortic and mitral valve therapies and minimally invasive surgery. Among his most common procedures is mitral valve repairs, aortic valve replacements and surgery for complex coronary artery disease. Dr. Ehsan is passionate about providing comprehensive treatment for all forms of cardiovascular disease in his patients. Dr. Ehsan is a member of the American Association for Thoracic Surgery, the Society of Thoracic Surgeons, the Society of University Surgeons, the American College of Cardiology, the American Heart Association and the American College of Surgeons. He is proud to serve as the Chief of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery at Baylor Scott & White Medical Center in Temple. Outside of work, Dr. Ehsan enjoys spending time with family and friends, hiking, traveling and live music.

Dr. Ehsan is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Valve Stenosis, Vasoconstriction, Heart Attack, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).

Dr. Ehsan is board certified in Thoracic And Cardiac Surgery- American Board Of Thoracic Surgery and General Surgery- American Board Of Surgery. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 78 peer reviewed articles.

Specialties

Cardiology

Licenses

Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in MA

Board Certifications

Thoracic And Cardiac Surgery- American Board Of Thoracic Surgery
General Surgery- American Board Of Surgery

Fellowships

Cardiothoracic Surgery, Brigham and Women's Hospital - 2004

Hospital Affiliations

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Hillcrest
Adventhealth Central Texas
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Baylor Scott & White Health
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
BMC HealthNet
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  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
FirstCare
  • HMO
Humana
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  • INDEMNITY
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  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
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Medicare
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  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
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  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
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  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
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Locations

Baylor Scott & White Clinic - Temple
2401 S 31st St, Temple, TX 76508

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.


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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Afshin Ehsan

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Afshin Ehsan?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Afshin Ehsan by calling their office at 254-724-2111. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Afshin Ehsan a top-rated expert for Aortic Valve Replacement?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Afshin Ehsan is classified as an Distinguished expert for Aortic Valve Replacement, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Afshin Ehsan specialize in?

While Dr. Afshin Ehsan is a Cardiology, they have specific expertise in Aortic Valve Replacement, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), and Aortic Valve Stenosis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Cardiology.

Does Dr. Afshin Ehsan participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Afshin Ehsan has published 78 articles and abstracts on conditions like Aortic Valve Replacement. You can view a list of Dr. Afshin Ehsan's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Afshin Ehsan accept my insurance?

Dr. Afshin Ehsan accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 254-724-2111 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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