
Overview
Michael Mack is a Thoracic Surgeon in Plano, Texas. Dr. Mack is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Aortic Valve Stenosis, Tricuspid Regurgitation, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), and Aortic Valve Replacement.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 737 peer reviewed articles and participating in 4 clinical trials. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- PPO
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Locations
4708 Alliance Blvd, Plano, TX 75093
4708 Alliance Blvd 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.
4 Clinical Trials
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Baylor Scott & White Cardiac Surgery Specialists - Plano
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 11 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).
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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Michael Mack
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Michael Mack?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Michael Mack by calling their office at 972-596-6676. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Michael Mack a top-rated expert for Mitral Valve Regurgitation?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Michael Mack is classified as an Elite expert for Mitral Valve Regurgitation, 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. Michael Mack specialize in?
While Dr. Michael Mack is a Thoracic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), and Aortic Valve Replacement. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Thoracic Surgery.
Does Dr. Michael Mack participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Michael Mack has published 737 articles and abstracts on conditions like Mitral Valve Regurgitation. You can view a list of Dr. Michael Mack's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Michael Mack accept my insurance?
Dr. Michael Mack accepts most major insurance plans, including Health Care Services Corporation and Scott and White Health. We recommend calling the office directly at 972-596-6676 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.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Elite
- Aortic Valve Replacement
- Aortic Valve StenosisDr. Mack isElite. Learn about Aortic Valve Stenosis.
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG)
- Heart Bypass SurgeryDr. Mack isElite. Learn about Heart Bypass Surgery.
- Mitral Valve Regurgitation
- Pacemaker ImplantationDr. Mack isElite. Learn about Pacemaker Implantation.
- Distinguished
- Aortic RegurgitationDr. Mack isDistinguished. Learn about Aortic Regurgitation.
- Advanced
- Bicuspid Aortic ValveDr. Mack isAdvanced. Learn about Bicuspid Aortic Valve.
- Mitral StenosisDr. Mack isAdvanced. Learn about Mitral Stenosis.
- Experienced
- AngioplastyDr. Mack isExperienced. Learn about Angioplasty.
- Aortic DissectionDr. Mack isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Dissection.
- Carotid Artery DiseaseDr. Mack isExperienced. Learn about Carotid Artery Disease.
- End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD)Dr. Mack isExperienced. Learn about End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD).
- EndocarditisDr. Mack isExperienced. Learn about Endocarditis.
- Heart TransplantDr. Mack isExperienced. Learn about Heart Transplant.


