Cardiovascular Surgeon
A cardiovascular surgeon is a physician who specializes in diagnosis and treatment for heart and vascular diseases. It is important to note that a cardiovascular surgeon not only performs surgical procedures, but also provides counseling and treatment plans to improve patients’ condition and quality of life. The main aspects of the physician’s work include:
- A cardiovascular surgeon examines and diagnoses diseases such as coronary heart disease, aortic aneurysms, heart defects and other pathologies, and treats varicose veins.
- Performs surgery on the heart and large vessels, including coronary bypass surgery, valve replacement, surgery to correct heart abnormalities, and treatment of aneurysms.
- Handles postoperative recovery of patients, including monitoring recovery of cardiac and vascular function, medication adjustments, and lifestyle recommendations.
- Cardiovascular surgeon also conducts consultations, provides recommendations on prevention of cardiovascular diseases.
Cardiovascular surgeons are available at all branches of the National Medical Research Radiological Centre of the Ministry of Health of the Russian Federation. They diagnose and treat diseases and provide comprehensive medical services.
What a cardiovascular surgeon does at the reception:
- Conducts a thorough analysis of symptoms and collection of anamnesis for an accurate diagnosis.
- Performs a comprehensive examination: physical exam, evaluation of medical data and diagnostics.
- Develops an individualized treatment plan, including surgical interventions and recommendations for follow-up.
- Gives professional advice on improving lifestyle and preventing cardiovascular disease. Provides answers to all the patient’s questions, explains all the stages of the upcoming treatment.


