Overview
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 top areas of expertise are Aortic Valve Stenosis, Bicuspid Aortic Valve, Aortic Dissection, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 49 peer reviewed articles and participating in 5 clinical trials. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
4708 Alliance Blvd Pavilion I,, Ste 540, Plano, TX 75093
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.
5 Clinical Trials
Baylor Scott & White Cardiac Surgery Specialists - Plano
William Brinkman is a Thoracic Surgeon in Plano, Texas. Dr. Brinkman is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Aortic Dissection, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Anomalous Left Coronary Artery from the Pulmonary Artery, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).
Baylor Scott & White Cardiac Surgery Specialists - Plano
Justin Schaffer, MD is a cardiothoracic surgeon who specializes in coronary artery bypass, valvular, thoracic aortic, and minimally invasive procedures. His clinical expertise includes aortic valve surgery, TAVR, coronary artery bypass grafting, mitral valve surgery, thoracic aortic surgery, thoracoabdominal aortic surgery, and minimally invasive/robotic procedures. Dr. Schaffer graduated from the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and is a member of Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society. He completed his residency and fellowship in Cardiothoracic Surgery at Stanford Hospital and Clinics. While there, he received recognition for his outstanding work, including the President's Award from the Society of Thoracic Surgeons and the Norman E. Shumway award from the Western Thoracic Surgical Association. Dr. Schaffer's office is located in the professional office building on the campus of The Heart Hospital Baylor Plano. He is currently welcoming new patients. Dr. Schaffer is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Aortic Valve Stenosis, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Bicuspid Aortic Valve, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Aortic Valve Replacement.
Southwest Cardiothoracic Surgeons
Todd Dewey is a Thoracic Surgeon in Dallas, Texas. Dr. Dewey is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Aortic Valve Stenosis, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Katherine Harrington
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Katherine Harrington?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Katherine Harrington 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. Katherine Harrington a top-rated expert for Aortic Valve Stenosis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Katherine Harrington is classified as an Distinguished expert for Aortic Valve Stenosis, 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. Katherine Harrington specialize in?
While Dr. Katherine Harrington is a Thoracic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Aortic Valve Stenosis, 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. Katherine Harrington participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Katherine Harrington has published 49 articles and abstracts on conditions like Aortic Valve Stenosis. You can view a list of Dr. Katherine Harrington's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Katherine Harrington accept my insurance?
Dr. Katherine Harrington 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
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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- Distinguished
- Aortic Valve ReplacementDr. Harrington isDistinguished. Learn about Aortic Valve Replacement.
- Aortic Valve StenosisDr. Harrington isDistinguished. Learn about Aortic Valve Stenosis.
- Bicuspid Aortic ValveDr. Harrington isDistinguished. Learn about Bicuspid Aortic Valve.
- Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR)Dr. Harrington isDistinguished. Learn about Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).
- Advanced
- Aortic DissectionDr. Harrington isAdvanced. Learn about Aortic Dissection.
- Aortic RegurgitationDr. Harrington isAdvanced. Learn about Aortic Regurgitation.
- Cystic Medial Necrosis of AortaDr. Harrington isAdvanced. Learn about Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta.
- EndocarditisDr. Harrington isAdvanced. Learn about Endocarditis.
- Heart Bypass SurgeryDr. Harrington isAdvanced. Learn about Heart Bypass Surgery.
- Heart Valve RepairDr. Harrington isAdvanced. Learn about Heart Valve Repair.
- Experienced
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA)Dr. Harrington isExperienced. Learn about Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA).
- Adenosine Deaminase 2 DeficiencyDr. Harrington isExperienced. Learn about Adenosine Deaminase 2 Deficiency.
- Anomalous Left Coronary Artery from the Pulmonary Artery
- Arterial EmbolismDr. Harrington isExperienced. Learn about Arterial Embolism.
- Congenital Aneurysms of the Great VesselsDr. Harrington isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Aneurysms of the Great Vessels.
- Congenital Coronary Artery MalformationDr. Harrington isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Coronary Artery Malformation.