About Dr. Lars Svensson, Heart Surgeon
Greetings! I'm Dr. Lars Svensson, a cardiac surgeon who completed my medical education at the University of Witwatersrand Faculty of Medicine in Johannesburg, South Africa, back in 1978. With experience spanning several decades, I have successfully performed over 10,000 cardiac surgeries, out of which more than 4,000 involved heart valve procedures. Currently, I am actively practicing at the renowned Cleveland Clinic.
What sets me apart is my extensive training under the guidance of world-leading cardiovascular specialists, such as Drs. Barlow, Loop, Cosgrove, Lytle, DeBakey, and Crawford. This exposure has equipped me with a diverse range of treatment approaches, including transcatheter and traditional heart surgery. My focus lies in employing minimally invasive techniques to ensure patient safety while optimizing outcomes.
Speciality In
- Aortic valve surgery, complex aorta surgery, endovascular treatment
- Heart surgery for patients with Marfan syndrome
- Modified David's reimplantation procedure, alternative access Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR)
In addition, I have research and clinical interests specific to:
- Protection of the brain during cardiovascular surgery
- Minimally invasive and percutaneous valve surgery
- Aortic including bicuspid valve repair and aorta surgery
