Dr. John Elefteriades

Biography

John Elefteriades is the William W.L. Glenn Professor of Cardiothoracic Surgery at Yale School of Medicine. He graduated magna cum laude with a triple concentration in Physics, French, and Psychology from Yale University and obtained his MD from Yale University School of Medicine. His residency training included general surgery and cardiothoracic surgery at Yale-New Haven Hospital. He is a recognized authority in adult cardiac and thoracic surgery, specializing in interventions for failing left ventricles and coronary artery bypass grafting. He directs the Aortic Institute at Yale, one of the largest facilities for treating dilated thoracic aorta in the nation. Dr. Elefteriades conducts laboratory research and has published over 400 scientific articles. He has received numerous accolades, including the Walter Bleifeld Memorial Award for distinguished contributions to clinical research in cardiology. He served as past President of the Connecticut Chapter of the American College of Cardiology and holds editorial positions in various medical journals. Dr. Elefteriades was awarded an Honorary PhD from the University of Liege for his work on aortic diseases and was recognized as a top aortic specialist in the world.

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