Joseph Coselli is a Thoracic Surgeon in Houston, Texas. Dr. Coselli is highly rated in 19 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Aortic Dissection, Marfan Syndrome, Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG), and Aortic Valve Replacement. Dr. Coselli is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Marc Moon, an expert and pioneer in the most advanced forms of cardiac surgery, is chief of the division of cardiothoracic surgery at Baylor College of Medicine, chief of the adult cardiac surgery section at Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center and chief of adult cardiac surgery at Texas Heart Institute.Moon comes to Houston from Washington University School of Medicine, where he served as chief of cardiac surgery, director of the Center for Diseases of the Thoracic Aorta, co-director of the heart and vascular center and surgical lead of the Center for Women’s Heart Disease. He has been in practice in St. Louis for more than 20 years.Moon specializes in aortic and valve surgery and sees some of the most complex cardiac surgery cases, including performing cardiac procedures in pregnant women. He also has been a leading advocate for diversity in the field of cardiac surgery.A native of Detroit, Moon completed his medical training at Wayne State University School of Medicine and went on to train at the Medical College of Wisconsin, Stanford University School of Medicine and University of Oxford.Moon served as president of the American Association for Thoracic Surgery, considered the world’s most prestigious professional society for cardiothoracic surgery, in 2020 and also is a member of numerous national and international scientific organizations, including the American College of Surgeons and the Society of Thoracic Surgeons.PositionsChief, Division of Cardiothoracic SurgeryBaylor College of MedicineChief, Adult Cardiac SurgeryTexas Heart InstituteChief, Adult Cardiac Surgery SectionBaylor St. Luke's Medical CenterDenton A. Cooley, MD Chair in Cardiac SurgerySt. Luke's FoundationEducationResidency at Stanford University School of MedicineStanford, CACardiothoracic SurgeryResearch Fellowship at Stanford University School of MedicineStanford, CACardiovascular SurgeryResidency at Medical College of WisconsinMilwaukee, WIGeneral SurgeryMD from Wayne State University School of MedicineDetroit, MIBS from University of MichiganAnn Arbor, MICertificationsAmerican Board of SurgeryAmerican Board of Thoracic Surgery. Dr. Moon is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Aortic Dissection, Endocarditis, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).

Jose Escobar, M.D., spent five years in the Phoenix, Ariz., area pursuing his general surgery residency training, before coming to Texas to further advance his skills. He went on to complete his thoracic surgery residency at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas. He is a Diplomat of the American Board of Surgery and a Diplomat of the American Board of Thoracic Surgery with special interests that include adult cardiac surgery, minimally invasive thoracic surgery and lung cancer screening program.Prior to founding CVT Surgical Associates of Denton, Escobar served as the medical director of Thoracic Surgery and Cardiovascular Surgery for Baylor Regional Medical Center at Grapevine for six years. He graduated Cum Laude from Texas A&M University in College Station with a bachelor's degree in biology and earned his medical degree from Texas Tech University School of Medicine in Lubbock.Escobar is well-published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology</em>, Journal of the American Society of Echocardiography</em> and Circulation</em> on such topics as detection of myocardial perfusion defects and the safety and efficacy of fluorocarbon-based echocardiographic contrast agents. He is a member of the American Board of Thoracic Surgery, American Board of Surgery, Cardiothoracic Surgery Network, and Society of Thoracic Surgery.In his free time, Escobar enjoys playing golf and spending time with his family. Dr. Escobar is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Aortic Valve Stenosis, Lung Nodules, Fibrosing Mediastinitis, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Aortic Valve Replacement.

Frank Pigula is a Thoracic Surgeon in Corpus Christi, Texas. Dr. Pigula is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Partial Atrioventricular Canal, Tetralogy of Fallot, Congenital Heart Disease (CHD), and Transposition of the Great Arteries. Dr. Pigula is currently accepting new patients.

William Brinkman is a Thoracic Surgeon in Plano, Texas. Dr. Brinkman is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Aortic Dissection, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Anomalous Left Coronary Artery from the Pulmonary Artery, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).

Shanda Blackmon is a General Surgeon and a Surgical Oncologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Blackmon is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Achalasia, Lung Cancer, Mesothelioma, Endoscopy, and Thymectomy. Dr. Blackmon is currently accepting new patients.

Reza Mehran is a Thoracic Surgeon and a General Surgeon in Houston, Texas. Dr. Mehran is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Mesothelioma, Lung Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), Endoscopy, and Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery.

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.

Dr. Kenneth K. Liao is a cardiothoracic surgeon in Houston with expertise in minimally invasive and robotic cardiac surgery as well as heart transplantation. Board-certified by the American Board of Surgery and the American Board of Thoracic Surgery, Dr. Liao joined Baylor College of Medicine from the University of Minnesota, where he served as the director of the Robotic and Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery Program and surgical director of the Heart Transplant Program.Dr. Liao completed his general surgery residency at Brookdale University Hospital Medical Center in Brooklyn, New York, and trained in cardiothoracic surgery at the University of Minnesota. There he started the Robotic and Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery Programs and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR) program. He specializes in adult cardiac surgery with an expertise in robotic and minimally invasive mitral repair, robotic coronary artery bypass and mitral valve repair/replacement, Heart transplantation, Left Ventricular Assist Device (LVAD) implantation and complex redo cardiac surgeries.Dr. Liao is the chief of the Division of Cardiothoracic Transplantation and Circulatory Support atBaylor College of Medicine and chief of Cardiothoracic Transplantation and Mechanical Circulatory Support at Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center. He is the program director of Baylor College of Medicine/Texas Heart Institute Cardiothoracic Transplantation Fellowship and Baylor College of Medicine Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery Fellowship. He is a member of the American Association for Thoracic Surgery and Society of Thoracic Surgeons. He is also a fellow of the American College of Surgeons and the American College of Chest Physicians. Dr. Liao has given numerous presentations both nationally and internationally. He has participated in over 30 clinical trials as a Principal Investigator or Co-Investigator. His work in the field of valve surgery, heart transplantation and ventricular assist device has been extensively published. Dr. Liao is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Heart Tumor, Atrial Myxoma, Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Heart Transplant, and Heart Bypass Surgery.

Charles Smith, MD, is board-certified in General, Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery. He received both his undergraduate degree and Medical degree from Texas A&M University. Dr. Smith has over 25 years of surgical experience with a special interest in Cardiac and Vascular procedures. Since rejoining the Bryan-College Station community after his Cardiovascular Fellowship in North Carolina, Dr. Smith has been at the forefront of incorporating new minimally invasive procedures into our community. Giving his patients the option for treatment with a shorter recovery time right here at home. Such as the Transcarotid Artery Revascularization (TCAR) program for Carotid Artery disease. Endovascular Aneurysm Repair (EVAR) for Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms and minimally invasive treatment for Peripheral Vascular Disease. Dr. Smith and the team at neighboring Scott and White Hospital started the only Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR) program in the Brazos Valley in 2019. Dr. Smith enjoys Aggie football, BBQ, and visiting National Parks in his free time. Dr. Smith is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Cardiac Tamponade, Peripheral Artery Disease, Arterial Insufficiency, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Carotid Artery Surgery.

Shawn S. Groth, M.D. is a board-certified general thoracic surgeon in Houston who specializes in minimally invasive thoracic surgery. After finishing his cardiothoracic surgery residency under Dr. David J. Sugarbaker at the Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Dr. Groth pursued an advanced fellowship in minimally invasive esophageal surgery at the University of Pittsburgh under the mentorship of Dr. James D. Luketich, a pioneer in minimally invasive foregut surgery. Dr. Groth seeks to bring that expertise to Baylor. As part of a team effort with other health care providers, Dr. Groth’s practice includes the multi-disciplinary management of benign and malignant disorders of the esophagus/foregut, lung, pleural space, mediastinum, chest wall, and diaphragm. As the Director of Esophageal Surgical Services at Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center, Dr. Groth will co-direct a newly created swallow center, which will provide a multi-disciplinary approach to managing patients with gastroesophageal reflux disease and esophageal motility disorders. He provides minimally invasive approaches to managing benign (e.g., gastroesophageal reflux disease, paraesophageal hernias, achalasia, benign strictures, and esophageal diverticuli) and malignant foregut disorders (e.g., malignant strictures and esophageal and gastroesophageal junction cancers), as well as Barrett’s esophagus. Already a well-published investigator, Dr. Groth has presented his work at numerous national society meetings, including The American College of Surgeons, The American College of Chest Physicians, The American Society of Clinical Oncology, The Society of Thoracic Surgeons, and The American Association for Thoracic Surgery. Dr. Groth’s clinical research focuses on thoracic oncology outcomes research, health care disparities research, and clinical trials. He has explored several topics directed towards improving the guideline treatment of cancer patients. His basic science and translational research efforts are directed towards advancing personalized oncology. In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Baylor College of Medicine General Thoracic Surgery Clinic is offering telemedicine clinic visits. To schedule, please call the main line at 713-798-6376. Dr. Groth is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Mesothelioma, Achalasia, Metastatic Pleural Tumor, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

William Turner is a Thoracic Surgeon in Tyler, Texas. Dr. Turner is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Aortic Valve Stenosis, Arterial Embolism, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Heart Valve Repair.

Jennifer Cozart, MD, is dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to Houston and nearby communities. Jennifer Cozart specializes in Surgery: Cardiothoracic and works at Surgical Associates of Texas. To make an appointment, please call (832) 355-4900. To review all accepted insurance carriers, please visit: https://www.stlukeshealth.org/patients-visitors/patients/billing-insurance/insurances-accepted. Dr. Cozart is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Deep Vein Thrombosis, Carotid Artery Disease, Arterial Embolism, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG).

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 top areas of expertise are Aortic Dissection, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), and Aortic Valve Replacement.

Dr. R. Taylor Ripley is a professor of Surgery and the Meyer-DeBakey Chair in Investigative Surgery. He serves as director of the Mesothelioma Treatment Center, Thoracic Surgical Research, and Clinical Trials for the Michael E. DeBakey Department of Surgery. He is a nationally recognized, board-certified Thoracic Surgeon and an expert in mesothelioma, lung cancer, esophageal cancer, chest wall tumors, and chest wall reconstruction. Additionally, Dr. Ripley focuses on Costal Margin Reconstruction for Slipping Rib Syndrome. Dr. Ripley specializes in Robotic Surgery to provide minimally-invasive approaches to thoracic diseases. He also practices all aspects of thoracic surgery including infectious lung disease, benign esophageal disease, and endoluminal procedures. Dr. Ripley received the ‘Top Doctors’ award by the Houstonia Magazine and the ‘Star Faculty Award for Excellence in Patient Care'.Dr. Ripley focuses on the treatment of patients with mesothelioma in which he is the principal investigator of the actively enrolling trial, ‘NEMO: Combination of Induction Durvalumab and Tremelimumab alone versus Durvalumab and Tremelimumab with chemotherapy for Potentially Resectable Pleural Mesothelioma.’ In this trial, patients will receive the maximum treatment to beat this disease. Patients will undergo treatment with immunotherapy with or without chemotherapy, then they will undergo surgery with an extended pleurectomy decortication or extrapleural pneumonectomy, then they will receive one year of immunotherapy.Dr. Ripley leads the Ripley Lab for Translational Thoracic Oncology Research (Thoracic Surgical Oncology Translational Laboratory (bcm.edu)) in which he focuses on methods to undermine tumors ability to resist treatment. His laboratory is funded with two National Cancer Institute, NIH, R01 grants, ‘Targeting the Mitochondria to Overcome Resistance to Immune Checkpoint Inhibition in Malignant Pleural Mesothelioma,’ and ‘Novel strategies to improve mesothelioma therapy’. Additionally, he received an award from the DeGregorio Family Foundation Grant for Gastric and Esophageal Malignancies, ‘Targeting Mitochondrial Resistance to Apoptosis after Neoadjuvant Therapy in Esophageal Adenocarcinoma’ to improve treatment for patients with esophageal cancer.Prior to his faculty appointment at BCM, Dr. Ripley was an Associate Professor of Surgery at National Cancer Institute, NIH. Prior to the NIH faculty appointment, Dr. Ripley trained extensively in the care of patients with mesothelioma and thoracic cancers under world-renowned surgeons during his fellowship at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center in New York. He also completed a fellowship in Surgical Oncology at the NCI, NIH. Dr. Ripley did general surgery residency at the University of Colorado and received his Medical Doctorate from Vanderbilt University. Dr. Ripley is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Mesothelioma, Metastatic Pleural Tumor, Fibrosing Mediastinitis, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, and Thymectomy.

Dr. Loor is passionate about helping to build a better future for patients with advanced heart and lung disease through clinical excellence, innovation and leadership. Dr. Loor is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Fibrosis, Constrictive Pericarditis, Lung Transplant, and Heart Bypass Surgery.

Dr. Erik Eddie Suarez is a distinguished cardiothoracic surgeon, leading as Director of Cardiothoracic Transplantation for the CommonSpirit Health – Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center Transplant Institute and serving as faculty at Baylor College of Medicine. He offers compassionate expertise in challenging heart and lung transplant procedures, alongside advanced circulatory support for patients facing severe heart failure. Dr. Suarez is passionate about giving patients every possible chance for a healthier future.Dr. Suarez earned his BA in Biochemistry from Rice University. He completed his General Surgery Residency at Baylor College of Medicine and his Thoracic Surgery Residency via the Texas Heart Institute at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas. He further expanded his knowledge with a research fellowship at the University of Pennsylvania. He is board-certified by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery, reflecting his commitment to the highest standards of care.With over a decade of leadership experience, including overseeing heart, lung, and mechanical circulatory support programs, Dr. Suarez played a pivotal role in significantly increasing transplant volumes at his prior institution, ensuring exceptional patient outcomes. He also established an innovative program for lung transplants that minimizes the need for blood transfusions. Renowned for his advanced life-support expertise, he contributed significantly to patient care during the COVID-19 pandemic. He shares his knowledge through publications in respected medical journals and advises on national committees, always working for the common good.Beyond his impressive clinical work, Dr. Suarez is a dedicated mentor and educator. He champions collaborative learning initiatives across the Texas Medical Center, fostering an environment where medical professionals can continuously grow and innovate, ultimately benefiting those they serve. Dr. Suarez is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Fibrosis, Cardiogenic Shock, Mediastinitis, Heart Transplant, and Thrombectomy.

Michael Reardon is a Thoracic Surgeon in Houston, Texas. Dr. Reardon is highly rated in 20 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Aortic Valve Stenosis, Heart Tumor, Aortic Regurgitation, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).

George Arnaoutakis is a Thoracic Surgeon in Austin, Texas. Dr. Arnaoutakis is highly rated in 20 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Aortic Dissection, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).

Christopher Caldarone is a Thoracic Surgeon in Houston, Texas. Dr. Caldarone is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Vein Stenosis, Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS), Tetralogy of Fallot, Atrioventricular Septal Defect, and Heart Transplant.

Gerald Lawrie is a Thoracic Surgeon in Houston, Texas. Dr. Lawrie is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Mitral Valve Prolapse, Carotid Artery Disease, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Heart Valve Repair.

Scott Reznik is a General Surgeon and a Thoracic Surgeon in Dallas, Texas. Dr. Reznik is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Fibrosing Mediastinitis, Hiatal Hernia, Esophageal Perforation, Thymectomy, and Endoscopy.

Danny Ramzy is a Thoracic Surgeon in Houston, Texas. Dr. Ramzy is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Cardiogenic Shock, Heart Failure, Heart Tumor, Heart Transplant, and Embolectomy.

Stephen Swisher is a Thoracic Surgeon in Houston, Texas. Dr. Swisher is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), Esophageal Cancer, Endoscopy, and Thymectomy.

Karen Kim is a Thoracic Surgeon in Round Rock, Texas. Dr. Kim is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Aortic Dissection, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Aortic Valve Stenosis, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).