Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgeons

Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgeons Welcome to Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgeons (CTVS).

As cardiothoracic and vascular surgeons, we specialize in surgery of the heart, lungs, chest, esophagus and major blood vessels of the body. For over six decades Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgeons (CTVS) has been proud to offer Central Texas the most specialized and innovative cardiac, thoracic, vascular, transplantation and pediatric surgical care.

Sometimes it can be hard to decipher what is fact or fiction regarding your heart. Check out these common myths about he...
04/23/2025

Sometimes it can be hard to decipher what is fact or fiction regarding your heart. Check out these common myths about heart disease and learn about what treatments CTVS offers to help address them: https://shorturl.at/7cnk8

Have a wonderful weekend!
04/17/2025

Have a wonderful weekend!

Right now, more than 100,000 people are waiting for a lifesaving organ transplant in the United States. This Donate Life...
04/16/2025

Right now, more than 100,000 people are waiting for a lifesaving organ transplant in the United States. This Donate Life Month, we are raising awareness about the critical need for donors and encourage you to consider registering as an organ donor at RegisterMe.org. One donor can save up to 8 lives and enhance more than 75 through tissue donation.

Did you know GERD is a common risk factor that contributes to esophageal cancer? Learn about the other common risk facto...
04/10/2025

Did you know GERD is a common risk factor that contributes to esophageal cancer? Learn about the other common risk factors that can lead to esophageal cancer and the advanced technologies our thoracic surgeon, Dr. Matthew Gaudet, uses to treat it here: https://shorturl.at/aPyHx

Pain at the incision site after a sternotomy, or open heart surgery, can be challenging. Hear from Dr. Hoenicke about an...
04/08/2025

Pain at the incision site after a sternotomy, or open heart surgery, can be challenging. Hear from Dr. Hoenicke about an innovative new freezing technology called cryoanalgesia that really helps the pain ‘cool off,’ and could lead to faster recovery times and reduce the need for opioid painkillers: https://shorturl.at/0sY5f

For 25-year-old Michael Miskovich, fitness is more than a hobby, it is his way of life. From mixed martial arts (MMA) an...
04/02/2025

For 25-year-old Michael Miskovich, fitness is more than a hobby, it is his way of life. From mixed martial arts (MMA) and kickboxing to rigorous weightlifting, he pushes his body to the limit. But in December 2024, a slight shoulder tightness quickly took a serious turn, revealing a blood clot and a Thoracic Outlet Syndrome diagnosis.

Thanks to the expertise of CTVS vascular surgeon Dr. Jeffrey Apple, Michael underwent thoracic outlet decompression surgery and is on the road to recovery. Read his story here: https://shorturl.at/3cYkh

For over 65 years, CTVS has been proud to offer Central Texas the most specialized and innovative cardiothoracic and vas...
03/31/2025

For over 65 years, CTVS has been proud to offer Central Texas the most specialized and innovative cardiothoracic and vascular surgical care available. In honor of National Doctors' Day on March 30, join us in celebrating our incredible surgeons who are committed to shaping the future of medicine. Thank you for all that you do!

Please join us in congratulating Laura on an incredible 25 years with CTVS! Thank you for your dedication... we apprecia...
03/27/2025

Please join us in congratulating Laura on an incredible 25 years with CTVS! Thank you for your dedication... we appreciate you today and every day!

Welcome to the world, Loxley Brooke! 💕 The CTVS family is overjoyed to celebrate the arrival of our newest (and tiniest!...
03/25/2025

Welcome to the world, Loxley Brooke! 💕 The CTVS family is overjoyed to celebrate the arrival of our newest (and tiniest!) member. Congratulations to our wonderful nurse, Jenny, on the birth of her beautiful baby girl!

03/19/2025

If you’ve been diagnosed with a valve condition, trust the experienced team at CTVS to provide expert, surgical care.

Healing isn’t just physical. ❤️ After undergoing unexpected mitral valve repair with Dr. Faraz Kerendi, 27-year-old Rach...
03/18/2025

Healing isn’t just physical. ❤️ After undergoing unexpected mitral valve repair with Dr. Faraz Kerendi, 27-year-old Rachael is sharing her experience and the importance of mental recovery after a life-changing surgery. Read Rachael's story: https://shorturl.at/wxtuZ

03/13/2025

Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (TOS) can impact anyone but is especially common in athletes. This condition occurs when nerves or blood vessels in the upper chest become compressed, leading to pain, numbness, or even dangerous blood clots.

Our vascular surgeons specialize in diagnosing and treating TOS to help patients regain mobility and prevent complications.

From scaling mountains to performing complex vascular surgeries, Dr. Nicolas Zea pushes the limits of endurance in every...
03/11/2025

From scaling mountains to performing complex vascular surgeries, Dr. Nicolas Zea pushes the limits of endurance in every aspect of his life. His passion for running and adventure fuels the patience, precision, and mental strength he brings to the operating room.

Read more about Dr. Zea’s latest adventure to Mount Kilimanjaro and how his adventurous spirit makes him a better surgeon and inspires his patients to take control of their health. https://shorturl.at/MtZdT

03/06/2025

In case you missed it! Watch Dr. Ryan Turley on KVUE discussing Victor Wembanyama’s shoulder DVT diagnosis.

Our very own Dr. Ryan Turley sat down with KVUE to discuss deep vein thrombosis (DVT) following the recent diagnosis of ...
03/04/2025

Our very own Dr. Ryan Turley sat down with KVUE to discuss deep vein thrombosis (DVT) following the recent diagnosis of NBA star Victor Wembanyama. DVT is a serious condition that occurs when a blood clot forms in a deep vein and can pose significant health risks if left untreated. Catch the full interview here: https://shorturl.at/jDjKm

Dr. Felger’s dedication to patient care speaks for itself. 💜
02/25/2025

Dr. Felger’s dedication to patient care speaks for itself. 💜

A family history of heart disease could be a strong indicator that you may suffer from it too, even if you live a health...
02/17/2025

A family history of heart disease could be a strong indicator that you may suffer from it too, even if you live a healthy lifestyle and don’t have any symptoms. Learn how one patient’s experience serves as an important lesson to know your family’s history so it does not repeat itself: https://shorturl.at/uvCZt

We’re grateful to the Austin American-Statesman for sharing William Penny’s incredible story during Heart Month, helping...
02/13/2025

We’re grateful to the Austin American-Statesman for sharing William Penny’s incredible story during Heart Month, helping raise awareness about aortic dissection — a life-threatening condition caused by a tear in the aorta, the largest artery in the body.

Thanks to the expert care of cardiothoracic surgeon Dr. W. Chance Conner and vascular surgeon Dr. Jeffrey Apple, William received lifesaving surgery and is now on the road to recovery.

Read his story here: https://shorturl.at/b8rj7

Photo credit: Mikala Compton/Austin American Statesman

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1010 W 40th Street
Austin, TX
78756

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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