Cardiothoracic Surgery Clinic
Specialists at the UCSF Cardiothoracic Surgery Clinic treat diseases of the chest and heart, including its primary blood vessels, and work closely with the Lung Transplant Program.
In recent years, many new minimally invasive techniques have emerged for treating cardiac valve disease. UCSF offers the full range of minimally invasive approaches for heart valve repair and replacement and Atrial Septal Defect (ASD) Closure. The benefits are significant, including:
- Less blood loss
- Lower risk of infection
- Less post-operative pain at the incision site
- A shorter hospital stay
- Smaller, less noticeable scars
- A faster return to normal activities
- An improved cosmetic result
The cardiothoracic surgery team consistently earns one of the highest patient satisfaction scores among specialty clinics at UCSF Health.
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- Photo I.D.
- Health insurance card
- Insurance authorization, if required
- Doctor's referral, if required
- Recent test results related to your condition
- List of your medications, including dosages, plus any you're allergic to
- List of questions you may have
- Device or paper for taking notes
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If you live in another country and are coming to UCSF for medical
treatment, our patient liaisons can help coordinate all aspects of your visit.
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UCSF offers language services at no charge for patients with limited
English, as well as for patients who are deaf or have trouble hearing.
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