Overview
Marc Sakwa is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Long Beach, California.
Dr. Sakwa is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Valve Stenosis, Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Atrial Myxoma, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Heart Valve Repair.
Dr. Sakwa is board certified in American Board Of Thoracic Surgery. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 8 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Sakwa is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
2888 Long Beach Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90806
3828 Schaufele Ave, Long Beach, CA 90808
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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Dr. Danny Ramzy earned his medical degree at McMaster University in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. He earned a PhD in medical science at the Institute of Medical Science of the University of Toronto, where he also finished a residency in general surgery. He completed a second residency in cardiothoracic surgery, a fellowship in transplant and mechanical assist devices and a fellowship in aortic surgery at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia. An internationally recognized leader in minimally invasive and robotic cardiac surgical interventions and the development of new devices, Dr. Ramzy is a fellow of the American College of Cardiology, Royal College of Surgeons of Canada and American College of Surgeons. He focuses on minimally invasive and robotic procedures, which offer less discomfort and faster recovery times for patients, as well as a higher level of care and greater efficiency for both providers and patients. He speaks English, French and Arabic. His clinical interests include robotic mitral repair and replacement; robotic coronary arterial bypass; robotic MAZE procedures; robotic aortic valve replacement; right anterior thoracotomy; ascending aortic replacement and myectomies; transcatheter approaches, including transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) and transcatheter mitral valve replacement (TMVR). He is also a recognized expert in surgical heart failure and transplantation, including mechanical circulatory support. Dr.Ramzy is the chief of cardiac surgery at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston and the medical director and surgical director for the Heart & Vascular Institute at Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center. Author of more than 115 peer-reviewed publications and more than 200 abstracts, he also serves as an editorial board member for The Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery. Dr. Ramzy is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cardiogenic Shock, Heart Tumor, Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Heart Transplant, and Embolectomy. Dr. Ramzy is board certified in American Board Surgery. Dr. Ramzy is currently accepting new patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Marc P. Sakwa
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Marc P. Sakwa?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Marc P. Sakwa by calling their office at 657-241-9052. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Marc P. Sakwa a top-rated expert for Aortic Valve Replacement?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Marc P. Sakwa is classified as an Advanced expert for Aortic Valve Replacement, 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. Marc P. Sakwa specialize in?
While Dr. Marc P. Sakwa is a Thoracic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Aortic Valve Replacement, Aortic Valve Stenosis, and Heart Valve Repair. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Thoracic Surgery.
Does Dr. Marc P. Sakwa participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Marc P. Sakwa has published 8 articles and abstracts on conditions like Aortic Valve Replacement. You can view a list of Dr. Marc P. Sakwa's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Marc P. Sakwa accept my insurance?
Dr. Marc P. Sakwa accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 657-241-9052 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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- Advanced
- Aortic Valve ReplacementDr. Sakwa isAdvanced. Learn about Aortic Valve Replacement.
- Aortic Valve StenosisDr. Sakwa isAdvanced. Learn about Aortic Valve Stenosis.
- Heart Bypass SurgeryDr. Sakwa isAdvanced. Learn about Heart Bypass Surgery.
- Heart Valve RepairDr. Sakwa isAdvanced. Learn about Heart Valve Repair.
- Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR)
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- Aortic DissectionDr. Sakwa isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Dissection.
- Aortic RegurgitationDr. Sakwa isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Regurgitation.
- Atrial MyxomaDr. Sakwa isExperienced. Learn about Atrial Myxoma.
- Bicuspid Aortic ValveDr. Sakwa isExperienced. Learn about Bicuspid Aortic Valve.
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG)Dr. Sakwa isExperienced. Learn about Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG).
- Cystic Medial Necrosis of AortaDr. Sakwa isExperienced. Learn about Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta.
- EndocarditisDr. Sakwa isExperienced. Learn about Endocarditis.
- Heart TumorDr. Sakwa isExperienced. Learn about Heart Tumor.
- Mitral StenosisDr. Sakwa isExperienced. Learn about Mitral Stenosis.
- Mitral Valve RegurgitationDr. Sakwa isExperienced. Learn about Mitral Valve Regurgitation.
- Pacemaker ImplantationDr. Sakwa isExperienced. Learn about Pacemaker Implantation.
- Patent Foramen Ovale RepairDr. Sakwa isExperienced. Learn about Patent Foramen Ovale Repair.
- Rheumatic FeverDr. Sakwa isExperienced. Learn about Rheumatic Fever.
- Supravalvular Aortic StenosisDr. Sakwa isExperienced. Learn about Supravalvular Aortic Stenosis.
- Thoracic Aortic AneurysmDr. Sakwa isExperienced. Learn about Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm.
