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"The first open heart surgery was conducted here in 1952, which really changed the world." - Dr. Rosemary Kelly, Program Director of #UMNSurgery's #Cardiothoracic Surgery #Training Program Learn more & see yourself here ➡️ z.umn.edu/8ygh

We are excited to welcome these two new outstanding fellows to the Cardiothoracic #UMNSurgery Fellowship Program, who will join us on August 1, 2025! #MatchDay2024 Read more - z.umn.edu/9im6

Congratulations to Stephen Huddleston, MD, PhD, Ranjit John, MD, Rosemary F. Kelly, MD, Sara J. Shumway, MD for being recognized on the Mpls.St.Paul Magazine 2024 Top Doctors list.

Congratulations to graduating fellow Ankit Verma ! He will join Medical City Fort Worth, with a focus on surgical heart failure. He will be establishing their VAD and ECMO programs along with doing all aspects of cardiac surgery. UMN Surgery UMN Medical School

Congratulations to graduating fellow Aitua Salami Aitua Salami. He joins the department of Cardiothoracic Surgery at UT Southwestern in Dallas, TX, with a clinical focus in minimally invasive thoracic surgery. His interests include surgical outcomes and health services research.

Graduating fellow Ankit Verma and junior fellow Andreas Polycarpou perform an aortic valve replacement together UMN Surgery UMN Medical School

We recently celebrated our graduating fellows Aitua Salami Aitua Salami and Ankit Verma

"I'm driven by the opportunity to have a tremendous impact on patient's lives I care for by taking care of a range of diseases of the heart & lungs," - Dr. Michael Mulvihill Learn more about the work of the #UMNSurgery faculty in Impact Surgery. - z.umn.edu/9xxf

"I’m driven by the incredible group of people I work with—using our special skill sets as a team to put the patient first" - Dr. Matthew Soule Discover more about the dedicated #UMNSurgery cardiothoracic team in the Impact Surgery series: z.umn.edu/9ymw

“I love what I do because of the interactions I have with patients and their families. It enables me to show up and deliver top-quality care.” - Dr. Ranjit John Discover the work of the #UMNSurgery cardiothoracic team in the latest Impact Surgery feature: z.umn.edu/9ysj

Kicking off #UMNSurgery's 17th Annual Earl E. Bakken Symposium! This morning's sessions will be focusing on mitral and tricuspid valve disease, featuring presentations on state-of-the-art surgical, transcatheter, and robotic treatment options.

A very successful 17th Annual Earl E. Bakken Symposium 2024! Fantastic insights into the state-of-the-art surgical management of valvular and aortic pathology by stalwarts in the field. Keynote lectures by EdwardSako T. Sloane Guy, MD, MBA G C Hughes Andres Schanzer Bernardo Mendes

Second year fellow, Richard Mendez, and Third year fellow, Devin Rigg out on procurement

“I choose academic medicine because that’s where innovation occurs, we’re able to provide the latest technologies for patients.” - Dr. Rochus Voeller Watch the Impact Surgery feature showcasing the innovative work of the #UMNSurgery cardiothoracic team: z.umn.edu/9zld

“What drives me is bringing high-quality care to my patients, surrounded by the ultimate expertise.” – Dr. Rosemary F. Kelly The #UMNSurgery cardiothoracic team is redefining innovation in patient care. Watch the Impact Surgery series: z.umn.edu/9zug

“I’m driven to improve the care of patients with cardiac and respiratory diseases that can be treated with surgery.” - Dr. Stephen Huddleston, The #UMNSurgery cardiothoracic team is shaping the future of patient care. Watch the Impact Surgery series: z.umn.edu/a05q

Last month, we hosted Dr. Duke Cameron as our guest speaker for our Surgery Grand Rounds - Gannon Lecture. Thank you for your wonderful presentation on Aortic Surgery for Connective Tissue Disorders!

Our review on the utility of AI in Cardiothoracic Surgery, including its adaptation at UMN Cardiothoracic Surgery UMN Surgery

Congratulations to our new Cardiothoracic Surgery Fellows! We're thrilled to welcome you to the #UMNSurgery team!