
Overview
Dr. Cesar Nahas received his medical degree from Saint Joseph University in Beirut, Lebanon. He then completed an internship, a general and cardiothoracic surgery residency and a cardiovascular surgery fellowship at the Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas, under the leadership of Dr. Michael DeBakey. Board certified in thoracic surgery, Dr. Nahas has an expertise and extensive experience in adult cardiac and thoracic surgery as well as vascular and endovascular surgery. Before his appointment as medical director of the Cardiac Surgery Program at Memorial Hermann Southeast Hospital, he was in private practice for 20 years and was instrumental in growing cardiac care in the Clear Lake area. After finishing his training, Dr. Nahas was a full-time faculty member at Baylor College of Medicine and was chief of the Cardiac Surgery Program at the Michael E. DeBakey Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Houston. He is a member of the American College of Surgeons (ACS), the Society of Thoracic Surgeons (STS), the International Society for Minimally Invasive Cardiothoracic Surgery (ISMICS) and the Southern Thoracic Surgical Association (STSA). In his free time, Dr. Nahas enjoys traveling, music, high-performance car racing and especially spending time with his family.
Dr. Nahas is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Arterial Embolism, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Aortic Valve Replacement.
Dr. Nahas is currently accepting new patients.
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Dr. Anthony Estrera is a graduate of the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School at Dallas. He completed a residency in general surgery and a fellowship in cardiothoracic surgery at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston. Board certified in surgery and thoracic surgery, Dr. Estrera’s clinical interests include cardiac surgery, valvular heart disease, aortic aneurysms and aortic dissection. He has practiced in Houston since 1994, treating patients 18 and older. Dr. Estrera is professor and chief of cardiac surgery in the Department of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth and medical director of Cardiovascular ICU and Cardiovascular IMU at Memorial Hermann Heart & Vascular Institute. He has received numerous professional recognitions and has authored or co-authored 26 book chapters and more than 100 articles in medical journals. Dr. Estrera’s practice philosophy reflects patient-centered care ensuring that “the patient always comes first.” He believes in good communications and provides individualized, personalized patient care. A resident of Houston, Dr. Estrera is married and the father of four children. His favorite leisure activities are running, swimming, reading and coaching. Dr. Estrera is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Dissection, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR). Dr. Estrera is currently accepting new patients.
Baylor College Of Medicine - Cardiothoracic Surgery
Joseph Coselli is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Coselli is highly rated in 17 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Aortic Dissection, Marfan Syndrome, Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG), and Aortic Valve Replacement. Dr. Coselli is currently accepting new patients.
Dr. Igor Gregoric earned his medical degree from the University of Ljubljana, Slovenia, where he also finished an internship. He completed a residency in general surgery at McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth Houston), followed by a second residency in cardiothoracic surgery and a fellowship in cardiovascular surgery at the Texas Heart Institute. Dr. Gregoric, who is board-certified in thoracic surgery, specializes in cardiothoracic and vascular surgery, mechanical circulatory support and transplantation. His clinical interests include advanced heart failure, structural heart disease, heart transplantation, mechanical circulatory support (acute and chronic), surgical treatment of advanced heart failure, minimally invasive and robotic cardiothoracic surgery, TAVR (transcatheter aortic valve replacement), arrhythmia surgery and pulmonary embolectomy surgery. He has practiced in the Houston area since 2000. A fellow of the American College of Cardiology (FACC), Dr. Gregoric is also a member of the Society of Thoracic Surgeons, American Association for Thoracic Surgery, American Society of Artificial Internal Organs and International Society of Heart and Lung Transplantation. He has published more than 400 original articles in medical journals and authored numerous book chapters. Dr. Gregoric is on the faculty of McGovern School of Medicine and serves as chief of the surgical division of the Center for Advanced Cardiopulmonary Therapies and Transplantations. Dr. Gregoric is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cardiogenic Shock, Ventricular Septal Defects, Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Heart Transplant, and Aortic Valve Replacement. Dr. Gregoric is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Cesar Nahas
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Cesar Nahas?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Cesar Nahas by calling their office at 713-486-5250. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Cesar Nahas a top-rated expert for Pleuropulmonary Blastoma?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Cesar Nahas is classified as an Advanced expert for Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, 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. Cesar Nahas specialize in?
While Dr. Cesar Nahas is a Thoracic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Arterial Embolism, 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. Cesar Nahas accept my insurance?
Dr. Cesar Nahas accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 713-486-5250 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA)Dr. Nahas isAdvanced. Learn about Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA).
- Arterial EmbolismDr. Nahas isAdvanced. Learn about Arterial Embolism.
- Carotid Artery DiseaseDr. Nahas isAdvanced. Learn about Carotid Artery Disease.
- Heart Bypass SurgeryDr. Nahas isAdvanced. Learn about Heart Bypass Surgery.
- Pleuropulmonary BlastomaDr. Nahas isAdvanced. Learn about Pleuropulmonary Blastoma.
- Thoracic Aortic AneurysmDr. Nahas isAdvanced. Learn about Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm.
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- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
- Aortic DissectionDr. Nahas isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Dissection.
- Aortic RegurgitationDr. Nahas isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Regurgitation.
- Aortic Valve ReplacementDr. Nahas isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Valve Replacement.
- Aortic Valve StenosisDr. Nahas isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Valve Stenosis.
- Arterial InsufficiencyDr. Nahas isExperienced. Learn about Arterial Insufficiency.
- Arterial Tortuosity SyndromeDr. Nahas isExperienced. Learn about Arterial Tortuosity Syndrome.
- Carotid Artery SurgeryDr. Nahas isExperienced. Learn about Carotid Artery Surgery.
- CellulitisDr. Nahas isExperienced. Learn about Cellulitis.
- Cystic Medial Necrosis of AortaDr. Nahas isExperienced. Learn about Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta.
- EGFR Positive Lung CancerDr. Nahas isExperienced. Learn about EGFR Positive Lung Cancer.
- EmphysemaDr. Nahas isExperienced. Learn about Emphysema.
- GangreneDr. Nahas isExperienced. Learn about Gangrene.
- Heart Valve RepairDr. Nahas isExperienced. Learn about Heart Valve Repair.
- Lung AdenocarcinomaDr. Nahas isExperienced. Learn about Lung Adenocarcinoma.
- Lung CancerDr. Nahas isExperienced. Learn about Lung Cancer.
- Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC)Dr. Nahas isExperienced. Learn about Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC).
- Pacemaker ImplantationDr. Nahas isExperienced. Learn about Pacemaker Implantation.
- Peptic UlcerDr. Nahas isExperienced. Learn about Peptic Ulcer.
- Peripheral Artery DiseaseDr. Nahas isExperienced. Learn about Peripheral Artery Disease.
- Pleural EffusionDr. Nahas isExperienced. Learn about Pleural Effusion.
- PleurisyDr. Nahas isExperienced. Learn about Pleurisy.
- Squamous Cell Lung CarcinomaDr. Nahas isExperienced. Learn about Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma.
- Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR)


