Dr. Isaac George

Professor

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Biography

Isaac George is a Professor of Surgery at Columbia University Medical Center and the Surgical Director of the Structural Heart Disease program at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital. He has a comprehensive practice in adult cardiac surgery, encompassing a variety of procedures including aortic, mitral, and tricuspid valve surgery, as well as coronary bypass grafting and robotic surgery. Dr. George is specialized in minimally invasive mitral valve repair and is recognized as one of New York State's highest-volume heart surgeons, performing between 150-200 open heart surgeries annually with a remarkable surgical mortality rate of 1.5%. He has undergone extensive training in cardiac surgery and interventional cardiology, having completed fellowships in both fields. As a primary investigator, Dr. George is actively engaged in multiple national surgical and transcatheter trials that focus on conditions such as aortic stenosis and heart failure. His research interests integrate clinical and benchtop studies with translational applications, demonstrating his commitment to advancing cardiac surgical techniques and improving patient outcomes.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor of Surgery

— Present

Columbia University Medical Center • New York, NY

Professor and Surgical Director of the Structural Heart Disease program.

Awards

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Techno-College Innovation Award

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Biology Cup Winner - Presentation

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Junior Faculty Research Grant

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Graham Surgical Investigator Award

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Kenneth Forde Research Award

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Resident Research Award

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Resident Research Award

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Resident Research Award

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Cardiac Surgery Conference Scholarship

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Mechanical Engineering Honor Society

Requirements for Columbia University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Overall
Required:7.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or international equivalent
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Transcripts
  • Statement of Academic Purpose
  • Personal Statement
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • CV or Resume
  • Application fee
Specialization Notes

Department of Anthropology (GSAS)