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, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), and Aortic Valve Replacement.
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
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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 Valve Stenosis, Aortic Regurgitation, Heart Transplant, and Lung Transplant.
Geisinger Medical Center - Thoracic Surgery
Dr. Scott LeMaire is a professor of cardiothoracic surgery, the associate chief scientific officer and the associate dean for research at Geisinger. His primary research interest focuses on thoracic aortic disease, with a particular emphasis on organ protection during aortic surgery, genetic causes of thoracic aortic aneurysm and dissection, and molecular mechanisms of aortic wall degeneration. In his clinical work, Dr. LeMaire offers minimally invasive endoscopic thoracic sympathectomy to treat patients with hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating of the palms and/or underarms). This safe, highly effective outpatient procedure can provide patients with immediate relief from symptoms. He also offers thoracic sympathectomy to patients with severe heart rhythm abnormalities that persist despite optimal treatment with medications and catheter-based procedures.|After graduating from Quincy College, Dr. LeMaire earned his medical degree from Northwestern University Medical School. He completed residency training in general surgery, then in cardiothoracic surgery, at Baylor College of Medicine.|He has received funding from the National Institutes of Health, the American Heart Association, and the Thoracic Surgery Foundation for his research studying the pathobiology of thoracic aortic disease. A past president of the Association for Academic Surgery, Dr. LeMaire is the editor-in-chief of the Journal of Surgical Research and the second vice president of the Southern Thoracic Surgical Association. He serves on the board of directors for the Thoracic Surgery Foundation, the scientific advisory board of The Marfan Foundation and the board of trustees for his alma mater, Quincy University.|Dr. LeMaire is certified by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery. Dr. Lemaire is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Marfan Syndrome, Aortic Dissection, Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG), and Heart Bypass Surgery.
The Vascular Center-East Stroudsburg
Sharvil Sheth is a Thoracic Surgeon in East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania. Dr. Sheth is highly rated in 25 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Carotid Artery Disease, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Carotid Artery Surgery, and Thrombectomy.
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.