Vicente Orozco
Expertise in
3
conditions
Expertise in
3
conditions

Overview

Dr. Vicente Orozco-Sevilla, a triple-board certified general, vascular and cardiac surgeon, specializes in the entire spectrum of adult cardiac surgery with treatment of diseases of the heart and vascular system including coronary disease, valve disease and aortic aneurysms. Along with performing coronary artery bypass surgery Dr. Orozco has special interest and acquired extensive expertise in diseases and repair of the aortic valve and root, ascending aorta, aortic arch, descending thoracic aorta, and thoracoabdominal aorta. He was mentored by some of the pioneers in cardiac and vascular surgery and is honored to be able to incorporate into his practice specialized techniques that he was trained intensively in including mitral valve repair, off pump CABG and minimally invasive surgery. He also continues to improve his techniques as approaches to aortic reconstruction evolve as well as lead the advancement of aortic surgery by participating in clinical research on this topic.As one of the few surgeons in the country who have formal training in both cardiothoracic surgery as well as vascular surgery he has a unique ability to perform both open surgery and endovascular procedures including transaortic valve replacement (TAVR) and thoracic endovascular aneurysm repair (TEVAR) for faster recovery times. He is highly experienced in complex aortic repair, such as repair performed in patients with connective tissue disorders (such as Marfan and Loeys-Dietz syndromes), re operations, as well as emergent repair in patients with conditions such as acute aortic dissection or aortic rupture. Dr. Orozco is excited to work at Baylor / Texas Heart Institute with his mentor Dr. Joseph Coselli, to help patients from around the world to treat the most complex of cardiovascular diseases. To make an appointment, please call (713) 798-8706. To review all accepted insurance carriers, please visit: https://www.stlukeshealth.org/patients-visitors/patients/billing-insurance/insurances-accepted.

Dr. Orozco is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Dissection, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), and Aortic Valve Replacement.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 64 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. Dr. Orozco is currently accepting new patients.

Graduate Institution

Universidad De Guadalajara - Mexico

Residency

Fellowship at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai (Advanced Adult Cardiac Surgery Fellowship)

Specialties

Thoracic Surgery
Vascular Surgery

Licenses

Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in NY

Hospital Affiliations

Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center - Houston, TX

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Community Health
  • EPO
  • HMO
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO

Locations

Baylor College of Medicine - Cardiothoracic Surgery
1101 Bates Avenue, Houston, TX 77030

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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1101 Bates Avenue, 
Houston, TX 
 (0.1 miles away)
Languages Spoken:
English
Accepting New Patients

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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Vicente Orozco

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Is Dr. Vicente Orozco a top-rated expert for Aortic Dissection?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Vicente Orozco is classified as an Elite expert for Aortic Dissection, 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. Vicente Orozco specialize in?

While Dr. Vicente Orozco is a Thoracic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Aortic Dissection, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, and Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Thoracic Surgery.

Does Dr. Vicente Orozco participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Vicente Orozco has published 64 articles and abstracts on conditions like Aortic Dissection. You can view a list of Dr. Vicente Orozco's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Vicente Orozco accept my insurance?

Dr. Vicente Orozco accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 713-798-8706 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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