Over 10 Years of Proven Success with Robotic Heart Surgery

Dr. Balkhy heart surgery

With over a decade of experience, UChicago Medicine has been home to one of the longest and most established robotic cardiac surgery programs in the country, and by performing more than 1,600 successful robotic heart procedures for our heart patients, we are also one of the busiest programs in the nation. Known for unparalleled surgical skill and providing the most comprehensive range of minimally invasive options available, we are internationally recognized for our surgeons' experience, full spectrum of robotic procedures and innovative techniques. Using robotic devices, sophisticated thin instruments, miniature cameras and hybrid techniques, we are able to repair the heart without having to make a long incision and cut through the breastbone.

Benefits of Robotic Heart Surgery

Minimally invasive and robotic heart surgery techniques offer several advantages compared to open-chest procedures, including:

A Wide Range of Robotic Heart Surgery Options 

Our surgical expertise spans everything from robotic coronary bypass surgery to treating arrhythmia disorders, and it is common for our surgeons to correct more than one heart problem during a minimally invasive procedure. For example, we can perform a mitral valve repair or bypass surgery without opening the chest.

Minimally invasive cardiac procedures performed regularly by UChicago Medicine surgeons include:

State-Of-The-Art Hybrid Operating Suite

Our robotic heart surgeries are performed in the Center for Care and Discovery - Hyde Park, where the surgical suites in the hospital feature sophisticated diagnostics, leading-edge medical and robotic technologies and state-of-the-art imaging capabilities. The hybrid operating rooms unite the surgical suite and the cardiac catheterization lab, enabling surgeons and interventional cardiologists to perform multiple procedures in one setting and treat more than one type of heart problem at the same time.


Why Choose Robotic Heart Surgery?

Meet Our Robotic Heart Surgery Team

Robotic Heart Surgery Locations Near You

Request an Appointment

We are currently experiencing a high volume of inquiries, leading to delayed response times. For faster assistance, please call 1-773-702-2500 to schedule your appointment.

If you have symptoms of an urgent nature, please call your doctor or go to the emergency room immediately.

By submitting this form you acknowledge the risk of sending this information by email and agree not to hold the University of Chicago or University of Chicago Medical Center liable for any damages you may incur as a result of the transfer or use of this information. The use or transmittal of this form does not create a physician-contact relationship. More information regarding the confidentiality of this request can be found in our Privacy Policy.

* Indicates required field

By submitting this form you acknowledge the risk of sending this information by email and agree not to hold the University of Chicago or University of Chicago Medical Center liable for any damages you may incur as a result of the transfer or use of this information. The use or transmittal of this form does not create a physician-contact relationship. More information regarding the confidentiality of this request can be found in our Privacy Policy.