
Overview
Dr. Ejiofor specializes in coronary artery disease, valvular, thoracic aortic and minimally invasive procedures. He received his medical degree from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School in Dallas, where he was honored with the Hudson-Penn Award for Excellence in Surgery. Dr. Ejiofor completed his general surgery residency and cardiac surgery fellowship at the Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Harvard Medical School in Boston. During his residency training, he completed an additional two-year postdoctoral research fellowship with the Vicky and Joseph Safra Cardiac Research Fellowship. His research led to several national presentations and peer-reviewed publications. Dr. Ejiofor also holds a master’s degree in public health from the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, with a concentration in clinical effectiveness, as well as a certification in value-based healthcare delivery from Harvard Business School.
Dr. Ejiofor is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Endocarditis, Aortic Valve Stenosis, Infective Endocarditis, Embolectomy, and Aortic Valve Replacement.
Dr. Ejiofor is board certified in Thoracic And Cardiac Surgery- American Board Of Thoracic Surgery/Thoracic And Cardiac Surgery, General Surgery- American Board Of Surgery/General Surgery, and Thoracic And Cardiac Surgery- American Board Of Thoracic Surgery. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 40 peer reviewed articles.
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Locations
4708 Alliance Blvd Pavilion I,, Ste 540, Plano, TX 75093
Clinical Research
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Katherine Harrington, MD specializes in the treatment of thoracic aortic disease (aneurysms and dissections), aortic and mitral valve disease, and coronary artery bypass grafting. She has a special interest in bicuspid aortic valves, aortic valve repair and the ross procedure. She focuses on endovascular and minimally invasive treatment options. In addition, she has extensive training and experience in transcatheter aortic valve replacement. Dr. Harrington is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Valve Stenosis, Bicuspid Aortic Valve, Aortic Dissection, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR). Dr. Harrington is board certified in Thoracic And Cardiac Surgery- American Board Of Thoracic Surgery/Thoracic And Cardiac Surgery, Thoracic And Cardiac Surgery- American Board Of Thoracic Surgery, Thoracic And Cardiac Surgery- American Board Of Thoracic Surgery/Congenital Cardiac Surgery, and Thoracic And Cardiac Surgery- American Board Of Thoracic And Cardiac Surgery.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Julius I. Ejiofor
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Julius I. Ejiofor?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Julius I. Ejiofor by calling their office at 469-800-6200. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Julius I. Ejiofor a top-rated expert for Embolectomy?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Julius I. Ejiofor is classified as an Advanced expert for Embolectomy, 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. Julius I. Ejiofor specialize in?
While Dr. Julius I. Ejiofor is a Thoracic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Embolectomy, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Thoracic Surgery.
Does Dr. Julius I. Ejiofor participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Julius I. Ejiofor has published 40 articles and abstracts on conditions like Embolectomy. You can view a list of Dr. Julius I. Ejiofor's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Julius I. Ejiofor accept my insurance?
Dr. Julius I. Ejiofor accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Baylor Scott & White Health. We recommend calling the office directly at 469-800-6200 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Advanced
- Aortic Valve ReplacementDr. Ejiofor isAdvanced. Learn about Aortic Valve Replacement.
- EmbolectomyDr. Ejiofor isAdvanced. Learn about Embolectomy.
- Heart Bypass SurgeryDr. Ejiofor isAdvanced. Learn about Heart Bypass Surgery.
- Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR)
- Experienced
- Aortic RegurgitationDr. Ejiofor isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Regurgitation.
- Aortic Valve StenosisDr. Ejiofor isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Valve Stenosis.
- Bicuspid Aortic ValveDr. Ejiofor isExperienced. Learn about Bicuspid Aortic Valve.
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG)Dr. Ejiofor isExperienced. Learn about Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG).
- EndocarditisDr. Ejiofor isExperienced. Learn about Endocarditis.
- Heart Valve RepairDr. Ejiofor isExperienced. Learn about Heart Valve Repair.


