Cardiac Surgery | UMass Memorial Health

When To Refer Your Patients

When your patients need advanced cardiac surgery, refer to UMass Memorial Health. We provide a full spectrum of cardiothoracic surgical services and offer the only Ventricular Assist Device (VAD) program in Central Massachusetts.

From complex aortic disease to adult congenital conditions, we serve as a regional referral center for complex and high-risk cardiac surgery.

Why Refer to UMass Memorial Health

Integrated Multidisciplinary Care

Our surgeons collaborate with interventional cardiology, electrophysiology, advanced heart failure, cardiac imaging and critical care teams. This multidisciplinary approach ensures the optimal surgical or transcatheter option for each patient.

U.S. News and World Report

High Performing in Heart Failure and Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG)

The Joint Commission

Gold Seal of Approval – VAD Program

Structured Postoperative Management

Patients benefit from coordinated postoperative follow-up, including 24/7 access to staff. Referring physicians can expect clear communication, timely updates, and coordinated care to support continuity and outcomes.

Becker’s Hospital Review

Top 100 Hospitals and Health Systems With Great Heart Programs

The Society of Thoracic Surgeons

Three-Star Rating (highest quality) – CABG Outcomes

Surgical Services

CABG

We perform isolated and combined CABG procedures using arterial and venous conduits, with a focus on complete revascularization and long-term graft patency.

Valve Repair and Replacement

We work in partnership with interventional cardiology for hybrid and catheter-based therapies when appropriate. We offer:

Aortic valve replacement
Mitral valve repair
Tricuspid valve repair

Surgical Management of Atrial Fibrillation

We offer surgical ablation and left atrial appendage closure for rhythm control and stroke risk reduction.

Mechanical Circulatory Support

UMass Memorial Health operates the only durable VAD program in the region. We also provide temporary support procedures, including extracorporeal membrane oxygenation.

Adult Congenital Heart Disease Surgery

We treat a range of adult congenital conditions, including septal defects, aortic coarctation, pulmonary artery stenosis and coronary anomalies.

Aortic Surgery

Our team manages ascending aortic aneurysms, root pathology, and acute or chronic dissections requiring operative intervention.

Make a Referral

We accept referrals for surgical evaluation and second opinions.
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Email: cardiacsurgery@umassmemorial.org

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