Procedures

Specialties & Procedures

Comprehensive Cardiac Surgical Care

Dr. Hoffberger offers the full spectrum of adult cardiac surgery, with particular expertise in valve repair and minimally invasive techniques.

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Mitral Valve Repair & Replacement

Recognized with the Reference Center Award for excellence in mitral valve repair. Repair is preferred over replacement whenever possible, preserving your own valve tissue.

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02

Aortic Valve Surgery

Surgical repair or replacement of a diseased aortic valve using the latest techniques and prosthetic valve technologies to restore healthy blood flow.

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03

TAVR

Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement — a less invasive approach to replacing the aortic valve for patients at higher risk for traditional surgery.

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04

Coronary Artery Bypass (CABG)

Restoring blood flow to the heart muscle by bypassing blocked or narrowed coronary arteries using proven surgical techniques.

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05

Atrial Fibrillation Surgery

Surgical treatment for AFib, often performed in conjunction with other cardiac procedures to restore normal heart rhythm.

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06

Complex & Multi-Valve Surgery

Expertise in complex cases involving multiple valve procedures, ascending aorta/arch reconstruction, tricuspid valve repair, and high-risk operations.

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Why Minimally Invasive Surgery

A Better Approach to Heart Surgery

Minimally invasive cardiac surgery uses smaller incisions to access the heart, offering significant advantages over traditional open-heart approaches.

Faster Recovery

Most patients are up and moving within 24 hours and home within days — returning to daily activities significantly sooner than with traditional surgery.

Reduced Risk

Smaller incisions mean less blood loss, lower risk of infection, and fewer post-operative complications compared to traditional sternotomy.

Less Pain & Scarring

A 2–3 inch incision rather than a full sternotomy means significantly less trauma to the body, less pain, and improved cosmetic results.

Find Out If You’re a Candidate

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Considering Heart Valve Surgery?

Schedule a consultation with Dr. Hoffberger to discuss your diagnosis, explore your options, and find out if minimally invasive surgery is right for you.

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