Overview
Dr. Hafen is board-certified and specializes in structural heart disease. His areas of expertise include open, port access and robotic approaches to valvular disease, transcatheter interventions on the mitral and tricuspid valves, and adult congenital heart disease. In addition, Dr. Hafen treats thoracic aortic disease and coronary artery disease by both conventional and hybrid robotic approaches.
His clinical expertise encompasses Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Coarctation of the Aorta, Infective Endocarditis, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Heart Valve Repair.
Dr. Hafen 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, and General Surgery- American Board Of Surgery. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 9 peer reviewed articles.
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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.
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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 clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Valve Stenosis, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Bicuspid Aortic Valve, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Aortic Valve Replacement. Dr. Schaffer 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, and Thoracic And Cardiac Surgery- American Board Of Thoracic And Cardiac Surgery.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Lee Hafen
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Lee Hafen?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Lee Hafen 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. Lee Hafen a top-rated expert for Heart Bypass Surgery?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Lee Hafen is classified as an Experienced expert for Heart Bypass Surgery, 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. Lee Hafen specialize in?
While Dr. Lee Hafen is a Thoracic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Heart Bypass Surgery, Heart Valve Repair, and Mitral Valve Regurgitation. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Thoracic Surgery.
Does Dr. Lee Hafen participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Lee Hafen has published 9 articles and abstracts on conditions like Heart Bypass Surgery. You can view a list of Dr. Lee Hafen's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Lee Hafen accept my insurance?
Dr. Lee Hafen 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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- Aortic Valve ReplacementDr. Hafen isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Valve Replacement.
- Atrial MyxomaDr. Hafen isExperienced. Learn about Atrial Myxoma.
- Coarctation of the AortaDr. Hafen isExperienced. Learn about Coarctation of the Aorta.
- Heart Bypass SurgeryDr. Hafen isExperienced. Learn about Heart Bypass Surgery.
- Heart TumorDr. Hafen isExperienced. Learn about Heart Tumor.
- Heart Valve RepairDr. Hafen isExperienced. Learn about Heart Valve Repair.