Our Aortic Team & Locations

Our Team | Our Locations

Our team brings together experts in heart surgery, vascular surgery, cardiology and more to deliver comprehensive care no matter how complex or severe your aortic condition may be. Call (844) 792-6782 or fill out our appointment request form to meet our team today.


Our Team

Our Surgeons

Hiroo Takayama MDHiroo Takayama, MD, PhD

Cardiac Surgeon | Co-Director, Aortic Center
 

Dr. Virendra Patel

Virendra I. Patel, MD, MPH

Vascular Surgeon | Co-Director, Aortic Center
 

Dr Isaac GeorgeIsaac George, MD

Cardiac Surgeon
 

Dr Thomas O'DonnellThomas O'Donnell, MD

Vascular Surgeon
 

Dr Craig SmithCraig R. Smith, MD

Cardiac Surgeon | Chair, Department of Surgery
 
 

Our Cardiologists

Dr David EngelDavid J. Engel, MD

 
 

Dr Daniel S. O'ConnorDaniel S. O'Connor, MD, PhD

 
 

Dr Gregg RosnerGregg F. Rosner, MD

 
 

 

Our Support Team

Annie C. Yu, ANPAnnie C. Yu, ANP

As an experienced surgical nurse practitioner, Annie coordinates care for our Aortic Center patients.  She ensures that all recommended treatment plans are carried out, and sees patients for continued follow-up visits, promoting long-term quality care.

Elizabeth WistElizabeth Wist, MS, PA-C

Elizabeth Wist is a physician’s assistant specializing in Cardiothoracic Surgery. She collaborates with physicians in the inpatient and outpatient care of patients to ensure they receive the best treatment possible.

Michelle CastroMichelle Castro

Michelle Castro, financial coordinator, works with every patient to secure presurgical approval and coverage by patients' insurance companies.


Our Locations

We see patients at multiple locations for your convenience. Our providers are also available for virtual visits in the comfort of your own home.

Manhattan

Aortic Center
Milstein Hospital Building, 7-435
177 Fort Washington Avenue
New York, NY 10032
(844) 792-6782 (844-RX-AORTA)

All of our providers see patients at this location

Suffern

Aortic Center in Suffern
10 Indian Rock Road, 7-435
Suffern, NY 10901
(844) 792-6782 (844-RX-AORTA)

Providers at this location: Virendra I. Patel, MD, MPH

Westchester

ColumbiaDoctors – 15 North Broadway
15 North Broadway, Ste C
White Plains, NY 10601
(212) 305-6380

Providers at this location: Hiroo Takayama, MD, PhD

New Jersey

1 Journal Square Plaza (at CarePoint Health)
2nd Floor
Jersey City, NJ 07306

Providers at this location: Hiroo Takayama, MD, PhD


Our Aortic Center team is here to help you, whether it’s for diagnosis, treatment, or a second opinion. Call (844) 792-6782 or fill out our appointment request form to get started.

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