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Robert Bennett

San Antonio,TX

Summary

Board-certified Cardiothoracic Surgeon with great communication skills, and integrative and encouraging demeanor. Performed hundreds of cardiothoracic surgeries in his career. High-level professional expertise and commitment to positive patient outcomes leading to exceptional results.

American Board of Thoracic Recertification 2022.

Medical Licensure Texas N0642 active

MS 28320 active

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Cardio Thoracic Surgeon

Baptist Memorial Hospital Oxford
05.2021 - 04.2023
  • Instructed patients and families on medical diagnoses and treatment options.
  • Collaborated with consulting physicians regarding care of patients.
  • Developed strong rapport with colleagues and staff members, promoting teamwork within the workplace environment.
  • Improved patient outcomes by developing comprehensive treatment plans tailored to individual needs.
  • Contributed to hospital accreditation efforts by adhering to strict industry guidelines and best practices for safe and effective surgical procedures.
  • Assessed and managed risks associated with each individual case, resulting in fewer complications during surgery.
  • Evaluated clinical data and diagnostic imaging results to make informed decisions about appropriate surgical interventions for each case.

Cardio Thoracic Surgeon

San Angelo Community Hospital
09.2015 - 11.2020
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for cardiothoracic patients, resulting in enhanced recovery rates.
  • Provided compassionate care for patients throughout their entire surgical experience from initial consultation through follow-up appointments.
  • Streamlined postoperative care processes by coordinating with nursing staff and rehabilitation specialists, leading to faster patient recovery times.

Headof Cardiac Surgery

Texas Health Wellstone?Alecto
08.2012 - 04.2015
  • Managed surgical complications with prompt intervention, minimizing risks of long-term morbidity or mortality for patients.
  • Reduced post-operative complications with meticulous attention to detail during surgeries and thorough post-surgical care plans.
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based surgical techniques and protocols in cardiac procedures.
  • Evaluated the effectiveness of current surgical techniques by tracking long-term patient outcomes and incorporating findings into future practice improvements.

Cardiothoracic Surgeon

Texoma Cardiovascular Surgeons LLP
09.2008 - 08.2012
  • Conducted thorough preoperative assessments, ensuring optimal surgical planning and minimizing potential complications.


  • Streamlined postoperative care processes by coordinating with nursing staff and rehabilitation specialists, leading to faster patient recovery times.

Clinical Assistant Professor of Surgery

University Of Pittsburgh Medical Center
04.2006 - 09.2008

Mentored and instructed medical students to become successful , independent practitioners.

Cardiothoracic Surgeon

Raj Cardiovascular Associates
09.1992 - 03.2006
  • Conducted thorough preoperative assessments, ensuring optimal surgical planning and minimizing potential complications.
  • Improved patient outcomes by performing complex cardiothoracic surgeries with precision and skill.

Education

Thoracic Surgery

University Of Medicine And Dentistry Of New Jersey
Newark, NJ
06.2009

Cardiac Surgery

Hackensack Medical Center
Hackensack
06.1991

Internship And Residency General Surgery/

College of Physicians & Surgeons of Columbia Uni
New York, NY
06.1986

M.D. - Medicine (Pre-Medicine)

Rutgers Medical School
Piscataway, NJ
06.1981

Skills

  • Critical Decision-Making
  • Surgical Precision
  • Clinical judgment
  • Ethical Practice
  • Stress resilience

Additional Information

Dr. Bennett continues to support education by attending community health Fairs, and representing a medical resource when needed. Earlier publication Annals of Thoracic Surgery, Exposure of the mitral Valve by transecting the ascending aorta during aortic and mitral replacement. 200;69:-647

Surgical interest include on-pump and off-pump coronary artery bypass grafting, valve surgery, peripheral vascular surgery, and high risk heart surgery.

General healthcare focus is to overcome health disparities in underserved populations

Timeline

Cardio Thoracic Surgeon

Baptist Memorial Hospital Oxford
05.2021 - 04.2023

Cardio Thoracic Surgeon

San Angelo Community Hospital
09.2015 - 11.2020

Headof Cardiac Surgery

Texas Health Wellstone?Alecto
08.2012 - 04.2015

Cardiothoracic Surgeon

Texoma Cardiovascular Surgeons LLP
09.2008 - 08.2012

Clinical Assistant Professor of Surgery

University Of Pittsburgh Medical Center
04.2006 - 09.2008

Cardiothoracic Surgeon

Raj Cardiovascular Associates
09.1992 - 03.2006

Thoracic Surgery

University Of Medicine And Dentistry Of New Jersey

Cardiac Surgery

Hackensack Medical Center

Internship And Residency General Surgery/

College of Physicians & Surgeons of Columbia Uni

M.D. - Medicine (Pre-Medicine)

Rutgers Medical School
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