Overview
Matthew Mullen, MD, is a double board-certified cardiothoracic and general surgeon who specializes in adult cardiac surgery. He provides care for women and men who need a wide range of cardiac procedures including coronary bypass, aortic valve replacement, mitral valve repair and replacement, repair of leaky heart valves and aortic arch replacement. He also treats coronary artery disease, aortic stenosis, heart failure, aortic aneurysm, valve regurgitation, atrial fibrillation and aortic dissection.|Dr. Mullen has a clinical interest in transcatheter valve replacement, disease involving the aorta and aortic root, and collaborative management of complex coronary artery disease taking a heart team approach. He also has special interest in the use of ECMO (extracorporeal membranous oxygenation) and other forms of mechanical circulatory support for critically ill patients.|Dr. Mullen was a member of the inaugural class at Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine in Scranton, where he earned his medical degree. He followed this with a residency in general surgery and a fellowship in cardiothoracic surgery at the University of Virginia Health System in Charlottesville.|After completing his medical training, Dr. Mullen returned to practice in the Scranton area to serve the community where he grew up. A native of Clarks Summit, Dr. Mullen understands the unique challenges his neighbors face. He prides himself on helping those he treats understand their options and make informed decisions about their care. He frequently involves a patient’s community physician and cardiologist in making complex decisions regarding their care|Dr. Mullen is an active member of several professional organizations including the American College of Surgeons, American Association for Cancer Research, Society for Surgical Oncology, Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society and American Association of Thoracic Surgeons.
His top areas of expertise are Aortic Valve Stenosis, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
1800 Mulberry Street, Scranton, PA 18510
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.
LVH Cardiac And Thoracic Surgery-1250 Cedar Crest
"Philosophy of care | I perform very complex cardiac and aortic reconstructive procedures. My philosophy regarding my patients is to complete these operations with the utmost skill, perfection and result as possible. Just as importantly, I spend time with my patients and their families to explain in great detail their condition and how we are going to treat it. This includes all the potential options available. My primary goal is to allow my patients some choice but, more importantly, to make sure they completely understand their disease process. My focus for many years has been a ""disease management process"" that fosters a long-term commitment to my patients revolving around the specifics of aortic and valvular heart disease. | Why I entered medicine | Initially, I wanted to be a political scientist; however, a number of life experiences changed that. My grandfather had Lou Gehrig’s disease and lived with us when I was growing up. This daily experience had a profound effect during formative years in high school. Interestingly, our next-door neighbor was a general/vascular surgeon, and I came to know him quite well. He was my initial mentor in this field. I initially studied engineering but was fascinated with cardiac physiology and this translated into medicine and cardiac surgery specifically. However, the passion and commitment to treat patients and their suffering was first embedded in my psyche secondary to witnessing, in all domains, my grandfather's demise from Lou Gehrig’s disease. | Community involvement | President, The Thoracic Surgery Foundation, impacting the global community by delivering quality thoracic care to lower- and middle-income countries across the world. | Personal interests | I enjoy traveling the world, Philadelphia professional sports, golfing and coaching baseball.". Dr. Bavaria is highly rated in 20 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Bicuspid Aortic Valve, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Aortic Dissection, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Heart Valve Repair.
LVH Cardiac And Thoracic Surgery-1250 Cedar Crest
Philosophy of care | My passion is providing patients who have complex cardiovascular problems with the best possible long-term survival and quality of life. I understand that a diagnosis of cardiovascular disease can be very difficult to understand and fully appreciate. I also know how difficult it can be to navigate the health care system for the best results. I offer you and your family the support, knowledge and expertise to make the best decisions for your circumstances, applying the knowledge and therapies that offer the most up-to-date and durable options. I look forward to helping you. | Why I entered medicine | I chose a medical career to advance the health care of patients suffering from cardiovascular disease. | Community involvement | I support the American Heart Association. | Personal interests | Outside of work I enjoy golf, exercise and travel. Dr. Atluri is highly rated in 28 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Aortic Regurgitation, Aortic Valve Stenosis, Heart Transplant, and Lung Transplant.
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Areas of Expertise
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- Aortic Valve ReplacementDr. Mullen isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Valve Replacement.
- Aortic Valve StenosisDr. Mullen isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Valve Stenosis.
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG)Dr. Mullen isExperienced. Learn about Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG).
- Heart Bypass SurgeryDr. Mullen isExperienced. Learn about Heart Bypass Surgery.
- Heart Valve RepairDr. Mullen isExperienced. Learn about Heart Valve Repair.
- Thoracic Aortic AneurysmDr. Mullen isExperienced. Learn about Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm.