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Methodist Cardiovascular Surgery Associates

Leaders in Cardiovascular Surgery

The physicians of Methodist Cardiovascular Surgery Associates (MCSA) are leading the way in the diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular disease. The cardiac, vascular and transplant surgeons of MCSA provide access to the best treatments available today in addition to access to novel clinical trials.

The goal of the Methodist Cardiovascular Surgery Associates is to balance the latest new technologies with good clinical common sense. They have expertise in minimally invasive therapies, robotics, endoscopy, catheter-based therapies, and image guided therapies along with traditional open surgery to provide the best possible treatment regimen for the individual.

Methodist Cardiovascular Surgery Associates Dr. Alan Lumsden Dr. Eric Peden Dr. Heitham Hassoun Dr. Jean Bismuth Dr. Brian Bruckner Dr. Mahesh Ramchandani Dr. Hosam El-Sayed Dr. Basel Ramlawi Dr. Jacobo Nurko Dr. Michael Reardon Dr. Saverio LaFrancesca Dr. Wade Fischer Dr. Richard W. Lee Dr. Walter O'Hara

Mission Statement

Provide premier care, and a compassionate, efficient experience for the patient with cardiovascular disease. Read More About Us

News


MDHVC co-hosts international training and learning events for cardiovascular and cerebrovascular care

Houston – 3/12/2012

This year's Re-Evolution Summit and Total Endovascular Series attracted more than 250 of the world's top cardiovascular surgeons, interventional cardiologists, neurologists and neurosurgeons, nurse practitioners, fellows, and other specialists to learn about the best new practices in cardiovascular surgery and care. The conference began Thursday, March 8, and concluded Saturday.

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Events


ACCF Study Session for Maintenance of Certification: Update in Clinically Relevant Guidelines and Trials

Houston - 3/23/12

Ultrasound Guided Central Venous Access: Compliance within Practice Pre-Congress Workshop

Attend ACC.12 virtually and learn in an interactive environment as ABIM-certified physician experts lead you through 25 case-based questions that provide an update in clinically relevant guidelines and trials. Interact with your colleagues in Chicago through an audience response system while you stay close to your practice in Texas. Plus, earn MOC points in medical knowledge — points you need for recertification.

The course will be broadcast to The Methodist Hospital — Texas Medical Center, Methodist Sugar Land Hospital, Methodist West Houston Hospital, Methodist Willowbrook Hospital and San Jacinto Methodist Hospital. Space is limited. Visit www.CardioSource.org/ACC12TexasMOC for more information and to register.


Cardiovascular Fellows’ Bootcamp

Cardiovascular Fellow's Bootcamp

Houston – 8/3/12 – 8/5/12

Methodist DeBakey Heart & Vascular Center brings this weekend course: Cardiovascular Fellows’ Bootcamp to Houston, 8/3/12 – 8/5/12. A condensed weekend course in the fundamentals of cardiovascular sciences for fellows and residents designed to upgrade knowledge early in training. Targeted for first-year vascular surgery, interventional cardiology, CT surgery, vascular medicine, interventional radiology fellows and third-year primary certificate VS residents.

For more information contact: Yvette Whittier at ywhittier@tmhs.org or call 713-441-6201.


3rd Annual Multi-Modality Cardiovascular Imaging for the Clinician

3rd Annual Multi-Modality Cardiovascular Imaging for the Clinician

Houston – 9/28/12 – 9/30/12

Methodist DeBakey Heart & Vascular Center and the Methodist Institute for Technology, Innovation and Education (MITIESM) brings this weekend course: Multi-Modality Cardiovascular Imaging for the Clinician to Houston, 9/28/12 – 9/30/12.

For information call the Office of Continuing Medical Education at 713-441-4971 or email CME@tmhs.org.


Pumps & Pipes 6: New Horizons

Houston, TX – 12/3/12

Pumps & Pipes 6

In conjunction with The University of Houston and ExxonMobil, this is a unique collaborative effort between Houston's largest industries to explore potential crossover ideas. Much like moving oil through a pipeline, the heart must pump blood through the body. Pumps & Pipes is designed to stimulate discussion, spark ideas and share new technologies between two industries that face similar challenges.


Our Locations


Medical Center Location
6550 Fannin Street
Smith Tower Suite 1401
Houston, TX 77030
713-441-5200 phone
713-441-6298 fax
713-441-6201 Academic office
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Sugar Land Location
16605 Southwest Freeway
Suite 450, MOB III
Sugar Land TX 77479
281-275-0830 phone
281-275-0831 fax
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West Houston Location
18400 Katy Freeway
Suite 690
Houston, TX 77094
832-522-8600 phone
832-522-8601 fax
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San Jacinto Location
4301 Garth Road
Suite 212, Independence Plaza II
Baytown TX 77521
832-556-6625 phone
832-556-6650 fax
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Willowbrook Location
18220 Tomball Parkway
Suite 390
Houston, TX 77070
281-737-2918 phone
281-737-2919 fax
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Featured Programs

Vascular Surgery Residency Program

Vascular Surgery Residency Program at the Methodist Cardiovascular Surgery Associates in Houston Texas
The Vascular Surgery Residency Program of the Department of Cardiovascular surgery at Methodist is a two year program designed to prepare vascular surgeons to provide personalized, comprehensive, and the highest quality surgical care and leads to eligibility for the Certificate of Special Added Qualifications in Vascular Surgery.

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Physician Assistant Residency Program

Physician Assistant Residency Program at the Methodist Cardiovascular Surgery Associates in Houston Texas

The Postgraduate Cardiovascular Residency for Physician Assistants is a 12- month program, offered by The Methodist Hospital in conjunction with Weill Cornell Medical College. It will provide qualified candidates the opportunity to learn and improve on their basic surgical sciences, clinical and operative skills, and in the process take advantage of the job opportunities available nationwide.

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Acute Aortic Treatment Program

Acute Aortic Treatment Program at the Methodist Cardiovascular Surgery Associates in Houston Texas

Each year 25,000 Americans die from acute aortic dissections. It is a condition that needs immediate and accurate attention. For every hour it is left untreated, mortality increases 1 to 2%. As leaders in high-risk cardiac care, the Methodist DeBakey Heart & Vascular Center has created a treatment center that provides enhanced services and improved quality to patients with this devastating condition.

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Vein Clinic

Methodist Cardiovascular Surgery Associates Vein Clinic

Methodist DeBakey Heart & Vascular Center Vein Clinic

For many women and men, varicose veins and spider veins makes them feel less attractive, cause aching pain and discomfort and may also serve as an indication that the individual is at a higher risk of other disorders of the circulatory system. The physicians at the Methodist Cardiovascular Surgery Associates are leading the way in comprehensive vein treatment and offer a full range of treatments for venous disease.

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