Overview
The Allina Health Minneapolis Heart Institute – Minneapolis is recognized internationally as one of the world’s leading providers of heart and vascular care. We have developed an integrated cardiovascular (CV) care model, involving groundbreaking clinical research, scientific innovation, and premier medical care with top-ranked physicians throughout the Midwest, that are blurring the lines between today’s advanced clinical practices and tomorrow’s possibilities. We focus on the full range of CV specialties, working toward excellence in all areas of heart disease - prevention, diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation - as we work to change the face of CV care worldwide.
Dr. Lesser is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM), Cardiomyopathy, Aortic Valve Stenosis, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).
Dr. Lesser is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease:, and Internal Medicine. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 144 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Lesser is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
800 East 28th Street, Suite H 2100, Minneapolis, MN 55407
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. John R. Lesser
How do I make an appointment with Dr. John R. Lesser?
You can book an appointment with Dr. John R. Lesser by calling their office at 612-863-3900. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. John R. Lesser a top-rated expert for Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. John R. Lesser is classified as an Elite expert for Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM), 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. John R. Lesser specialize in?
While Dr. John R. Lesser is a Cardiology, they have specific expertise in Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM), Cardiomyopathy, and Aortic Valve Replacement. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Cardiology.
Does Dr. John R. Lesser participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. John R. Lesser has published 144 articles and abstracts on conditions like Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM). You can view a list of Dr. John R. Lesser's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. John R. Lesser accept my insurance?
Dr. John R. Lesser accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 612-863-3900 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- Elite
- Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
- Distinguished
- Aortic Valve ReplacementDr. Lesser isDistinguished. Learn about Aortic Valve Replacement.
- Aortic Valve StenosisDr. Lesser isDistinguished. Learn about Aortic Valve Stenosis.
- CardiomyopathyDr. Lesser isDistinguished. Learn about Cardiomyopathy.
- Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR)
- Advanced
- AnginaDr. Lesser isAdvanced. Learn about Angina.
- Aortic RegurgitationDr. Lesser isAdvanced. Learn about Aortic Regurgitation.
- Atrial FibrillationDr. Lesser isAdvanced. Learn about Atrial Fibrillation.
- Coronary Heart DiseaseDr. Lesser isAdvanced. Learn about Coronary Heart Disease.
- Familial Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy
- Heart AttackDr. Lesser isAdvanced. Learn about Heart Attack.
- Heart FailureDr. Lesser isAdvanced. Learn about Heart Failure.
- Mitral Valve RegurgitationDr. Lesser isAdvanced. Learn about Mitral Valve Regurgitation.
- Sengers SyndromeDr. Lesser isAdvanced. Learn about Sengers Syndrome.
- Subvalvular Aortic StenosisDr. Lesser isAdvanced. Learn about Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis.
- Tricuspid RegurgitationDr. Lesser isAdvanced. Learn about Tricuspid Regurgitation.
- Experienced
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA)Dr. Lesser isExperienced. Learn about Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA).
- Adenosine Deaminase 2 DeficiencyDr. Lesser isExperienced. Learn about Adenosine Deaminase 2 Deficiency.
- AngioplastyDr. Lesser isExperienced. Learn about Angioplasty.
- Aortic DissectionDr. Lesser isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Dissection.
- ApoplexyDr. Lesser isExperienced. Learn about Apoplexy.
- ArrhythmiasDr. Lesser isExperienced. Learn about Arrhythmias.
- Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy
- Arterial EmbolismDr. Lesser isExperienced. Learn about Arterial Embolism.
- Arterial InsufficiencyDr. Lesser isExperienced. Learn about Arterial Insufficiency.
- AtherosclerosisDr. Lesser isExperienced. Learn about Atherosclerosis.
- Bicuspid Aortic ValveDr. Lesser isExperienced. Learn about Bicuspid Aortic Valve.
- Bidirectional TachycardiaDr. Lesser isExperienced. Learn about Bidirectional Tachycardia.
- Cardiac AblationDr. Lesser isExperienced. Learn about Cardiac Ablation.
- Cardiac ArrestDr. Lesser isExperienced. Learn about Cardiac Arrest.
- Catecholaminergic Polymorphic Ventricular Tachycardia
- Congenital Coronary Artery MalformationDr. Lesser isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Coronary Artery Malformation.
- Congenital Heart BlockDr. Lesser isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Heart Block.
- Congenital Heart Disease (CHD)Dr. Lesser isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Heart Disease (CHD).
- Constrictive PericarditisDr. Lesser isExperienced. Learn about Constrictive Pericarditis.
- Cystic Medial Necrosis of AortaDr. Lesser isExperienced. Learn about Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta.
- Ectopic HeartbeatDr. Lesser isExperienced. Learn about Ectopic Heartbeat.
- EndocarditisDr. Lesser isExperienced. Learn about Endocarditis.
- FaintingDr. Lesser isExperienced. Learn about Fainting.
- Familial Ventricular TachycardiaDr. Lesser isExperienced. Learn about Familial Ventricular Tachycardia.
- Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF)
- High CholesterolDr. Lesser isExperienced. Learn about High Cholesterol.
- HypertensionDr. Lesser isExperienced. Learn about Hypertension.
- Metabolic SyndromeDr. Lesser isExperienced. Learn about Metabolic Syndrome.
- Mitral Valve ProlapseDr. Lesser isExperienced. Learn about Mitral Valve Prolapse.
- MyocarditisDr. Lesser isExperienced. Learn about Myocarditis.
- NecrosisDr. Lesser isExperienced. Learn about Necrosis.
- Pacemaker ImplantationDr. Lesser isExperienced. Learn about Pacemaker Implantation.
- Paroxysmal Supraventricular Tachycardia (PSVT)
- Pediatric MyocarditisDr. Lesser isExperienced. Learn about Pediatric Myocarditis.
- Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI)
- Peripheral Artery DiseaseDr. Lesser isExperienced. Learn about Peripheral Artery Disease.
- Pulmonary EdemaDr. Lesser isExperienced. Learn about Pulmonary Edema.
- Pulmonary HypertensionDr. Lesser isExperienced. Learn about Pulmonary Hypertension.
- Restrictive Cardiomyopathy (RCM)Dr. Lesser isExperienced. Learn about Restrictive Cardiomyopathy (RCM).
- Stable AnginaDr. Lesser isExperienced. Learn about Stable Angina.
- Takayasu ArteritisDr. Lesser isExperienced. Learn about Takayasu Arteritis.
- Tetralogy of FallotDr. Lesser isExperienced. Learn about Tetralogy of Fallot.
- Thoracic Aortic AneurysmDr. Lesser isExperienced. Learn about Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm.
- VasculitisDr. Lesser isExperienced. Learn about Vasculitis.
- Ventricular FibrillationDr. Lesser isExperienced. Learn about Ventricular Fibrillation.
- Ventricular TachycardiaDr. Lesser isExperienced. Learn about Ventricular Tachycardia.