Overview
Dr. Peter Chen earned his undergraduate degree in biology at the University of North Carolina in Chapel Hill and his medical degree from Wake Forest University School of Medicine. He completed his residency in general surgery at the University of Rochester (New York), during which he completed a 2-year research fellowship at Boston Children’s Hospital/Harvard Medical School. After residency, he completed a fellowship in cardiothoracic surgery at the Texas Heart Institute-Baylor College of Medicine and a second fellowship in congenital cardiac surgery at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. In practice since 2008, Dr. Chen is board certified in thoracic surgery. His clinical interests include pediatric and adult congenital heart disease, complex neonatal heart disease, complex neonatal heart surgery, single ventricle palliation, pediatric heart failure, extracorporeal life support, and minimally invasive congenital heart surgery. Dr. Chen also serves as an assistant professor in the Division of Pediatric Cardiovascular Surgery at McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, where he is actively involved in mentoring students and residents and in the continued improvement of surgical education. His research interests include tissue-engineered heart valves, regenerative medicine, cerebral and myocardial protection, surgical outcomes after congenital heart surgery and the development of innovative surgical techniques.
Dr. Chen is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Interrupted Aortic Arch, Ventricular Septal Defects, Coarctation of the Aorta, and Congenital Coronary Artery Malformation.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 19 peer reviewed articles.
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Dr. Anthony Estrera is a graduate of the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School at Dallas. He completed a residency in general surgery and a fellowship in cardiothoracic surgery at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston. Board certified in surgery and thoracic surgery, Dr. Estrera’s clinical interests include cardiac surgery, valvular heart disease, aortic aneurysms and aortic dissection. He has practiced in Houston since 1994, treating patients 18 and older. Dr. Estrera is professor and chief of cardiac surgery in the Department of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth and medical director of Cardiovascular ICU and Cardiovascular IMU at Memorial Hermann Heart & Vascular Institute. He has received numerous professional recognitions and has authored or co-authored 26 book chapters and more than 100 articles in medical journals. Dr. Estrera’s practice philosophy reflects patient-centered care ensuring that “the patient always comes first.” He believes in good communications and provides individualized, personalized patient care. A resident of Houston, Dr. Estrera is married and the father of four children. His favorite leisure activities are running, swimming, reading and coaching. Dr. Estrera is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Dissection, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).
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Joseph Coselli is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Coselli is highly rated in 20 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Aortic Dissection, Marfan Syndrome, Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG), and Aortic Valve Replacement. Dr. Coselli is currently accepting new patients.
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Christopher Caldarone is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Caldarone is highly rated in 17 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pulmonary Vein Stenosis, Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS), Tetralogy of Fallot, Heart Transplant, and Angioplasty.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Peter Chen
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Peter Chen?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Peter Chen by calling their office at 713-486-6755. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Peter Chen a top-rated expert for Interrupted Aortic Arch?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Peter Chen is classified as an Advanced expert for Interrupted Aortic Arch, 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. Peter Chen specialize in?
While Dr. Peter Chen is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Interrupted Aortic Arch, Ventricular Septal Defects, and Coarctation of the Aorta. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Peter Chen participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Peter Chen has published 19 articles and abstracts on conditions like Interrupted Aortic Arch. You can view a list of Dr. Peter Chen's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Peter Chen accept my insurance?
Dr. Peter Chen accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 713-486-6755 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Coarctation of the AortaDr. Chen isAdvanced. Learn about Coarctation of the Aorta.
- Interrupted Aortic ArchDr. Chen isAdvanced. Learn about Interrupted Aortic Arch.
- Ventricular Septal DefectsDr. Chen isAdvanced. Learn about Ventricular Septal Defects.
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- Anomalous Left Coronary Artery from the Pulmonary Artery
- Aortic DissectionDr. Chen isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Dissection.
- Aortic RegurgitationDr. Chen isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Regurgitation.
- Bicuspid Aortic ValveDr. Chen isExperienced. Learn about Bicuspid Aortic Valve.
- Cardiac DiverticulumDr. Chen isExperienced. Learn about Cardiac Diverticulum.
- Congenital Aneurysms of the Great Vessels