
Overview
Dr. Fetten is a cardiothoracic surgeon with advanced fellowship training in transplant and mechanical circulatory support. She performs both heart and lung transplantation as well as mechanical support device placement, such as durable LVADs or ECMO. While Dr. Fetten feels incredibly passionate about transplantation, she also particularly enjoys valve and bypass surgeries. Repairing or replacing a poorly functioning valve and observing the heart function improve is incredibly rewarding to her. An additional passion of hers includes Pulmonary thromboendarterectomies (PTE): intricate surgeries where a chronic blood clot is removed from the pulmonary vessels. Originally from Hamburg, Germany Dr. Fetten loves to travel and recently visited Africa to hike Mount Kilimanjaro. She also enjoys rock climbing and cycling to stay active.
Her clinical expertise encompasses Heart Transplant and Lung Transplant.
Dr. Fetten is board certified in General Surgery- American Board Of Surgery/General Surgery, 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, General Surgery- American Board Of Surgery - General Surgery, Thoracic And Cardiac Surgery- American Board Of Thoracic Surgery, and General Surgery- American Board Of Surgery. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 12 peer reviewed articles.
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Locations
621 N Hall St, Ste 120, Dallas, TX 75226
906 Judson Rd, Longview, TX 75601
1321 S Beckham Ave, Tyler, TX 75701
Clinical Research
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Katharina Fetten
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Katharina Fetten?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Katharina Fetten 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. Katharina Fetten a top-rated expert for Heart Transplant?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Katharina Fetten is classified as an Experienced 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. Katharina Fetten specialize in?
While Dr. Katharina Fetten is a Thoracic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Heart Transplant, Lung Transplant. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Thoracic Surgery.
Does Dr. Katharina Fetten participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Katharina Fetten has published 12 articles and abstracts on conditions like Heart Transplant. You can view a list of Dr. Katharina Fetten's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Katharina Fetten accept my insurance?
Dr. Katharina Fetten accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Baylor Scott & White Health. We recommend calling the office directly at 469-800-7760 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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