Dr. Valluvan Jeevanandam, MD
Cardiothoracic Surgeon
349.8 mi · 5758 S Maryland Ave, DCAM 5th Fl - Mod 5B, Chicago, IL 60637
At a glance
Accepts 83 insurances
Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, more+ ·
Has 20+ years of experience
Graduated from Columbia University, Doctor of Medicine
Works at University of Chicago Medicine Hyde Park
2 office locations
Affiliated with The University of Chicago Medical Center
Office location
UChicago Medicine Hyde Park
349.8 mi · 5758 S Maryland Ave, DCAM 5th Fl - Mod 5B, Chicago, IL, 60637
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In-network insurances
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
UnitedHealthcare Oxford
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
Medicare
Areas of expertise
This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Heart valve surgery
Coronary artery bypass graft surgery
Heart valve surgery
Coronary artery bypass graft surgery
More about Dr. Valluvan Jeevanandam, MD
*** This clinic does not accept self-pay patients. ***
Dr. Valluvan Jeevanandam specializes in the surgical management of heart failure, and is an expert in high-risk cardiac surgery. He has performed more than 1,000 heart transplants -- including the total artificial heart -- and countless cardiac surgery procedures, including transmyocardial laser revascularization, complex valve reconstruction, and minimally invasive coronary artery bypass graft surgery. Additionally, Dr. Jeevanandam has received national attention for his skill in performing bloodless cardiac surgery, which requires the use of precise surgical techniques to minimize blood loss during the procedure--sparing the need for a blood transfusion.
Dr. Jeevanandam has a special interest in treating patients traditionally considered inoperable. He has repaired damaged hearts in several patients awaiting transplant, enabling those patients to forgo transplantation. Dr. Jeevanandam is a pioneer in mechanical circulatory assist devices and was the first surgeon in the world to successfully implant the CardioVad, a revolutionary, permanent circulatory assist device that boosts heart function in patients with severe heart failure who are not candidates for transplant.
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Education & experience
Education
Medical School - Columbia University, Doctor of Medicine
NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital / Columbia University Medical Center, Residency in Surgery
NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital / Columbia University Medical Center, Fellowship in Transplantation and Cardiothoracic Surgery
Practice
University of Chicago Medicine Hyde Park
Affiliation
The University of Chicago Medical Center
Certifications
American Board of Thoracic Surgery
Professional memberships
American Association for Thoracic Surgery
American College of Surgeons
American Heart Association
Society of Thoracic Surgeons
Awards and publications
Castle Connolly Top Doctor
Dr. Jeevanandam has received national attention for his skill in performing bloodless cardiac surgery, which requires the use of precise surgical techniques to minimize blood loss during the procedure--sparing the need for a blood transfusion.
Dr. Jeevanandam is a world-renowned surgeon, having started high risk and cardiac assist programs in countries including China, India, the Middle East and South America.
Background
Languages spoken
English
Tamil
Gender
Male
NPI number
#1285738344
Valluvan Jeevanandam does not participate in Zocdoc to offer online booking at this time
Which hospital is Dr. Valluvan Jeevanandam affiliated with?
Dr. Valluvan Jeevanandam is affiliated with The University of Chicago Medical Center.
What practice does Dr. Valluvan Jeevanandam work with?
Dr. Valluvan Jeevanandam works with University of Chicago Medicine Hyde Park.
Where is Dr. Valluvan Jeevanandam's office located?
Dr. Valluvan Jeevanandam has 2 office locations in Chicago, view full addresses on Dr. Jeevanandam's profile.
Which board certifications does Dr. Valluvan Jeevanandam have?
Dr. Valluvan Jeevanandam is certified by American Board of Thoracic Surgery.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Valluvan Jeevanandam?
Dr. Valluvan Jeevanandam frequently sees patients for Aortic Aneurysm, Bypass Surgery Consultation - CABG, Cardiothoracic Surgery Consultation, Coronary Artery Disease, and Mitral Stenosis. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Valluvan Jeevanandam on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Valluvan Jeevanandam speak?
Dr. Valluvan Jeevanandam speaks English and Tamil.