Aldo E. Rafael
Expertise in
2
conditions
Expertise in
2
conditions

Overview

Dr. Rafael is a highly trained cardiac surgeon with expertise in minimally invasive valve and end-stage heart failure surgical treatments. He is a member of the medical team at the Hispanic Cardiovascular Institute at Baylor Scott & White Heart and Vascular Hospital – Dallas. He understands the cultural dynamics of the Hispanic population, including the importance of incorporating language, family and religion in medicine.

Dr. Rafael is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Aortic Valve Stenosis, Bicuspid Aortic Valve, Heart Transplant, and Heart Bypass Surgery.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 5 peer reviewed articles.

Graduate Institution

Universidad Nacional Mayor De San Marcos De Lima - 2000|Universidad Nacional Mayor De San Marcos - 2006|Cleveland Clinic Education Foundation - 2013

Residency

Cardiothoracic Surgery, Universidad Nacional Mayor DE San Marcos - 2006

Specialties

Thoracic Surgery
Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology

Licenses

Transplant Surgery in TX

Fellowships

Cardiothoracic Surgery, Cleveland Clinic Education Foundation - 2012
Lung Transplant Surgery, Cleveland Clinic Education Foundation - 2013

Hospital Affiliations

Baylor Scott & White All Saints Medical Center - Fort Worth
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Grapevine
Baylor Scott & White Institute For Rehabilitation - Dallas
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Irving
Baylor Scott & White The Heart Hospital - Dallas
Baylor University Medical Center, Part Of Baylor Scott & White Health
Baylor Scott & White The Heart Hospital - Plano
Baylor Scott & White The Heart Hospital - Denton

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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

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Accepted insurance plans:

Baylor Scott & White Health
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
FirstCare
  • HMO
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Scott and White Health
  • HMO
  • POS
Superior Health Plan
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Walgreens
  • MEDICARE DISCOUNT CARD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER MEDICARE
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Baylor Scott & White Cardiac Surgery - Dallas
621 N Hall St, Ste 120, Dallas, TX 75226

Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Aldo E. Rafael

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Aldo E. Rafael?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Aldo E. Rafael by calling their office at 469-800-7760. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Aldo E. Rafael a top-rated expert for Heart Transplant?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Aldo E. Rafael is classified as an Advanced expert for Heart Transplant, 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. Aldo E. Rafael specialize in?

While Dr. Aldo E. Rafael is a Thoracic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Heart Transplant, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Thoracic Surgery.

Does Dr. Aldo E. Rafael accept my insurance?

Dr. Aldo E. Rafael accepts most major insurance plans, including Baylor Scott & White Health and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 469-800-7760 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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