"UCSF offers the full range of minimally invasive approaches for heart valve surgery to appropriately selected patients using small incisions including the mini-thoracotomy or hemi-sternotomy, specific to the type of valve surgery. The benefits are significant including less post-operative pain at the incision site, a shorter hospital stay, a faster return to normal activities, and an improved cosmetic result."
Tobias Deuse, M.D., Director, Minimally-invasive Cardiac Surgery
Clinics & Appointments
Pediatric Cardiothoracic Surgery
Gateway Medical Building 1825 Fourth St., 5th Floor San Francisco, CA 94158 Phone: (415) 476-3501 Fax: (415) 476-9678
"UCSF offers the full range of minimally invasive approaches for heart valve surgery to appropriately selected patients using small incisions including the 
