CENTER FOR AORTIC DISEASE
Contact Us:
1-855-808-2223
  • Welcome
    • Why University of Chicago Medicine?
  • Our Team
    • Ross Milner, MD - Vascular Surgery
    • Valluvan Jeevanandam, MD - Cardiac Surgery
    • Shahab Akhter, MD - Cardiac Surgery
    • Darwin Eton, MD - Vascular Surgery
    • Amit Patel, MD - Cardiology
    • Christopher Skelly, MD - Vascular Surgery
    • Robert Steppacher, MD - Vascular Surgery
    • Marion Hofmann-Bowman, MD, PhD - Cardiology
    • Elizabeth McNally, MD, PhD - Cardiology
    • Roberto Lang, MD - Cardiology
    • Karin Dill, MD - Cardiovascular Imaging
    • Atman Shah, MD - Interventional cardiology
    • Lisa Dellefave-Castillo, MS - Genetic Counselor
    • Mark Chaney, MD - Anesthesia
    • Frank Dupont, MD - Anesthesia
    • Jenny Mei, RN
  • Aorta
    • Aortic Valve
    • Aortic Root
    • Ascending Aorta
    • Aortic Arch
    • Descending Aorta
    • Abdominal Aorta
  • Conditions
    • Aortic Aneurysms>
      • Ascending Aortic Aneurysms
      • Descending (Thoracic) Aortic Aneurysms
      • Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms
    • Aortic Dissection
    • Aortic Insufficiency
    • Aortic Stenosis
    • Bicuspid Aortic Valve
    • Connective Tissue Disease
    • Endocarditis
  • Treatments
    • Aortic Valve Repair and Replacement
    • Endovascular Stent Graft and Hybrid Procedures
    • Homograft
    • Minimally Invasive Aortic Surgery
    • Ross Procedure
    • Transcatheter Valve Therapies
  • For Patients
    • Ask Our Experts
    • Patient Experience
    • Request an Appointment
    • Second Opinion Program
    • What to Expect>
      • Overview
      • Outpatient Visit
      • Prior to Surgery
      • After Surgery
    • Patient Education
    • Resources
  • For MDs
    • Ask Our Experts
    • Physician Outreach Team
    • Referrals
    • Resources>
      • The Doctor's Guide to Patient Survival after Acute Aortic Dissection
      • Dr. Milner's Vascular Surgery Blog
  • FAQ
    • Aortic Aneurysm FAQ>
      • What is an aortic aneurysm?
      • Are aortic aneurysms dangerous?
      • When should I be screened for an aortic condition?
      • What are the symptoms of aortic aneurysm?
      • When is surgery recommended for an aortic aneurysm?
      • How do I prevent an aortic dissection and/or further growth of my aneurysm?
      • Can I still exercise if I have an aortic aneurysm or chronic aortic dissection?
      • If I do not have any symptoms, why do I need surgery?
      • I do not need surgery; how frequently should I see my doctor?
    • Aortic Dissection FAQ>
      • What is an aortic dissection?
      • Is an aortic dissection dangerous?
      • What are the symptoms of an aortic dissection?
      • How do I prevent an aortic dissection?
      • Can I still exercise if I have an aortic dissection?
    • Aortic Stenosis FAQ>
      • What is aortic valve stenosis?
      • How common is aortic valve stenosis?
      • What is the treatment for aortic stenosis?
      • What is the treatment for inoperable aortic stenosis?
    • What is Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation (TAVI)?
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    • Presentations
  • Contact
    • Request an Appointment Online
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Preparation

  • Preparing for Your Appointment
  • Preparing for Your Surgery
  • Preparing for Your Hospital Stay
  • Things to Consider

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  • For Your Appointment

Contact Us

Patients: For consultations with our team, call 855-808-2223 or request an appointment online. We are committed to providing you with an appointment  within 5 business days of your call. If you have questions in the meantime, please Ask Our Experts.
 
Physicians: To discuss a patient with a physician or facilitate a transfer to the University of Chicago Medical Center,  contact us at  855-808-2223.  Our team is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a weeks, to assist in the care of your patients and to coordinate urgent, emergent and elective transfers at the local, regional, national and international levels. 

Arrangements for air transfer within 200 miles of Chicago is available via University of Chicago Aeromedical Network (UCAN).  

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