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Thomas F. Flavin, MD

Birthplace
Oakland, California

Practice Locations

Education

Medical School
University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, Minnesota

Internship
University of Iowa, Iowa City, Iowa

Residency
University of Iowa, Iowa City, Iowa

Fellowship
University of Iowa, Iowa City, Iowa

Stanford University School of Medicine, Palo Alto, California

Certifications
American Board of Surger
American Board of Thoracic Surgery
Fellow, American College of Surgeons

Professional

Professional Experience
2002 - present Cardio-Thoracic Surgeon, Minneapolis Heart Institute, Minneapolis, Minnesota

Professional Associations
 American Board of Thoracic Surgery
Fellow, American College of Surgeons

Practice Philosophy
“I want to provide superior technical skills in combination with a personal touch. I enjoy educating the patient and family about the illness and options, and then including the patient in the decision-making process. I like to help patients and families through the entire surgical process: before, during, and after.”

Clinical Interests
Less invasive approaches to coronary artery bypass graft
Aortic and mitral valve surgery
Surgery for congestive heart failure
Surgery for atrial fibrillation

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