Heart Valve Replacement Surgeon?

Discussion in 'Discussion Group' started by kidsfly, Jan 9, 2015.

  1. kidsfly

    kidsfly Well-Known Member

    My father needs his aortic valve in his heart replaced. He may be a candidate for the less-invasive surgery (not open-heart). Does anyone know of a surgeon who does this procedure in the Raleigh area that you would recommend?

    Thanks.
     
    Last edited: Jan 9, 2015
  2. Wraunch

    Wraunch Well-Known Member

    Go see Dr. Walter Tan at WakeMed Raleigh.
     
  3. kidsfly

    kidsfly Well-Known Member

    Thank you!
     
  4. mordorboy

    mordorboy Well-Known Member

    Check out the Heart Center at Grand Strand

    Sure, it's not in Raleigh, but dad had an awesome procedure and surgeon in Myrtle Beach. Supposedly they are very highly rated for the cardiac care. In my opinion, he received better care there than he ever got in the Triangle.
     
  5. kidsfly

    kidsfly Well-Known Member

    Thank you. That's also good to know, but I live in this area and my dad lives alone up North. I want to be able to help him through this time as much as possible. I was hopeful he would be comfortable having it done here, so I wanted to research the possibility. Ultimately, it's his decision and I will do what I can to make him comfortable.
     
  6. Leixlip

    Leixlip Active Member

    Dr Tan for sure. Google TAVR and see how well this procedure would work for your dad. It is amazing.
     
  7. kidsfly

    kidsfly Well-Known Member

    I appreciate your post. Thanks!
     

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