Dr. Hirohisa Ikegami is an Associate Professor of Surgery and Surgical Director of the Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Program at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital and Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. A leader in advanced cardiac surgery, he specializes in minimally invasive valve surgery, mechanical circulatory support, and heart transplantation. Dr. Ikegami completed advanced training at Emory University, Northwestern University, and Columbia University, and his work has been widely published in major cardiothoracic journals.
Philosophy of Care:
I believe that advanced cardiac care must combine innovation with humanity. Each patient’s condition and story are unique, and I strive to provide the most advanced surgical solutions tailored to their goals. My focus is on restoring not only the function of the heart but also the rhythm of life for my patients and their families.
Clinical Interests:
Heart transplantation, LVAD and RVAD implantation, coronary artery bypass surgery, minimally invasive valve surgery, ECMO, and complex aortic and myocardial repair.
Shiga University of Medical Science, Otsu, Shiga, Japan
Internship
Shiga University of Medical Science, Otsu, Shiga, Japan
Residency
Shiga University of Medical Science, Otsu, Shiga, Japan – Cardiovascular Surgery
Fellowship
Northwestern University Medical School, Chicago, IL – Adult Cardiac Surgery
Fellowship
Emory University Hospital, Atlanta, GA – Cardiothoracic Surgery
Board Certification
Cardiovascular Surgery
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