"As our family was faced with decisions regarding where and who should perform a necessary surgery to repair my mitral valve and bypass 2 arteries, we were confidently recommended to Dr. George by our doctor in Lubbock, Texas.
He described Dr. George as an "artist" in the area of mitral valve repair. His glowing and confident recommendation is how I initially met Dr. George, and I can wholeheartedly attest that his words were nothing short of the truth.
Dr. George is indeed a "Mitral Valve Artist". Dr. George carefully reviewed all of my medical history and data at our pre-op meeting and answered all of our questions. He gave us a very clear picture of what the surgery and hospital stay would entail. All of the pre-surgery tests were performed in a professional, timely manner with great compassion.
My procedure was completed exactly as Dr. George expected and his entire operating staff was exceptional. My care in the hospital also was amazing. The nurses were incredible and I felt safe, cared for, and cared about. Baylor Scott & White - Plano was a very positive moment in my and our family's life and we will always be grateful for Dr. George and his surgical skills and kind reassuring manner.
Today, I am recovering with both speed and intention thanks to the clear instructions we were provided for navigating my road to full recovery. I write today filled with gratitude for this experience and hope for the days ahead. Thank you, Dr. George. Thank you Baylor Scott & White-Plano staff. Your work day's effort has made a lifetime impact."
-- Susan Voskamp, Mitral Valve, Valve Repair, Coronary Artery Bypass, 07/11/2025
"Dr. George was the best surgeon I ever had. He treated me with all respect. I would definitely recommend him for any heart surgery."
-- Bonita Clay, Mitral Valve, Valve Replacement, 06/23/2025
"The entire experience could not have been better."
-- Gary Berwald, Mitral Valve, Valve Replacement, 06/19/2025
"Complete experience was a next level of care."
-- Kevin Story, Mitral Valve, Valve Replacement, Coronary Artery Bypass, 05/30/2025
"Dr. George and the Baylor, Scott & White team is the best. I feel much better now and have had minimal pain."
-- Kevin Miller, Aortic Valve, Valve Replacement, 07/26/2024
"I have no complaints with Dr. George. His office staff is very professional and also very nice. They all seem very knowledgeable also."
-- Douglas Cooley, Mitral Valve, Valve Repair, 07/26/2024
"Best surgeon ever. I was in good hands from the very beginning."
-- Bud Bearss, Mitral Valve, Valve Replacement, 07/24/2024
"Very professional and informative as were all the staff and nurses. Couldn't have asked for a better experience."
-- Thomas Mcdaniel, Valve-Sparing Aortic Root Replacement, Coronary Artery Bypass, 07/23/2024
"I could not have had a better experience."
-- Thomas Holt, Mitral Valve, Valve Replacement, Maze Procedure, 06/19/2024
"Dr. Timothy George was professional and did excellent surgery for me. My recovery time has been minimal. His bedside manner was good. I feel like Dr. George knows that trust begins with humility. I feel excellent service was provided throughout the treatment by his team and his office."
-- Ronny Tinker, Mitral Valve, Valve Replacement, 06/05/2024
"Dr. George is not only an amazing surgeon but is a great communicator. He answered all of my questions before surgery and I have been following up weekly with his A+ staff. They are equally amazing! Thanks to all!"
-- Mark McComas, Mitral Valve, Tricuspid Valve, MitraClip, 05/16/2024
"Dr. George is an exceptional surgeon. He is unequalled in knowledge and surgical procedures. His bedside manner is exceptional. He is very friendly and puts the patient and their families at ease as he explains the surgery in depth and the recovery period. He answers all of your questions and does not rush you just to get to the next patient.
I would highly recommend Dr. Timothy George to anyone who is facing surgery. . He is the epitome of what a Doctor and Surgeon should be. He treated me like I was special."
-- Ricky Gaddis, Tricuspid Valve, Valve Replacement, 05/07/2024
"Dr. George is wonderful. He takes all the time you need to understand what is needed."
-- Keith Lohse, Mitral Valve, Valve Repair, 03/25/2024
"At the age of 53, I had both a septal myectomy and a mechanical valve put in. I am so grateful for Dr. George's attention to detail, and amazing care. I am alive today because of him."
-- Melissa Murray, Pulmonary Valve, Valve Replacement, 01/13/2024
"The surgery I required was considered high risk because of complicating health factors and the doctors in another state referred me to Dr. George and his team at Baylor, Plano.
It would be difficult to overstate how fortunate I feel and the gratitude I owe to Dr. George. His ability to explain all that was going on, his patience, genuine concern for the best outcome and above all his confidence in being able to help me was invaluable. He considered every detail of my health and brought in other physicians to assess what I needed.
The result was a very successful surgery that has left me with an improved quality of life already! In addition, the staff, including nurses, technicians, support and others are so dedicated to patient care it's remarkable. They work as a team to ensure the best care possible. Words are difficult to find to express the gratitude I feel to Dr. George and all involved. My sincerest thanks for all of it!"
-- Larry Fine, Mitral Valve, Valve Replacement, Median Sternotomy, 12/29/2023
"Dr. George thoroughly explained the surgical procedure, and I was not apprehensive going into surgery. Minimal pain for a couple of days after surgery, and not even a Tylenol after that. Dr George is very personable and encouraging.
It’s amazing that only a few days after mitral valve replacement and repair of the tricuspid valve, I’d be able to go home. My quality of life has greatly improved. Thanks to Dr. George and his full team for outstanding care!"
-- Jean McIver, Mitral Valve, Tricuspid Valve, Valve Repair, Valve Replacement, 10/31/2023
"I can’t stress enough how wonderful Dr. George and his entire staff at Baylor Heart Hospital in Plano, TX aided me during that extremely difficult time in my life. He listened to my every concern and offered advice that was specific to my future needs. Heart surgery is a scary ordeal and Dr. George put my mind at ease with his knowledge and compassion for the situation! His ability to follow through are without question.
I feel your pain and pray for anyone faced with heart disease that requires surgery but I wouldn’t waiver on who you need in your corner in such dark times. Dr. George is the best! God Bless!"
-- John Murphy, Mitral Valve, Valve Replacement, Mini-Thoracotomy / Port Access, 09/19/2023
"Dr. George and his staff did a great job. Everyone took very good care of me. The surgical results look good and Dr. George is easy to talk to."
-- Bill Kunko, Mitral Valve, Valve Repair, 08/11/2023
"I was impressed not only with Dr. George but with his entire staff. He was thorough in explaining my mitral valve problem and in how he planned to correct it. Highly recommend."
-- Theresa Emerson, Mitral Valve, Valve Replacement, Mini-Thoracotomy / Port Access, Maze Procedure, 06/27/2023
"My surgery went very well thanks to Dr. George. I completely trust him because he is educated in heart valve surgery."
-- Terri Richards, Mitral Valve, Valve Replacement, 03/10/2023
"Dr. George does a great job of team leadership. The team of doctors who worked for me were thorough and transparent. Answered all my questions. They did a great job on the tricuspid valve.
The follow-up was outstanding. The nursing team at Heart Hospital was very skilled. And attentive. 24/7. They even began to bring ME some jokes.
We are lucky and blessed to have such a magnificent resource in our community."
-- Art Lacy, Tricuspid Valve, Valve Repair, Maze Procedure, 02/08/2023
"Dr. George was extremely kind and very thorough when explaining my surgery procedure. I was so scared and his compassion and his beliefs helped me be less afraid.
I feel that Dr. George and our Heavenly Father saved my life. My sons and my family and friends who spoke to Dr. George have praised his knowledge, dedication and bedside manner. I’ve been told that he would definitely be the doctor they would want to care for them if they need cardiac help.
Dr. George is sincere and his kindness can be felt through his words and his care. I feel so blessed to have had Dr. George as my surgeon and I will continue to sing his praises and he is an incredible asset to Baylor Scott & White."
-- Mary Carroll, Tricuspid Valve, Valve Repair, 11/09/2021
"Dr. George was very informative and spent time prior to surgery explaining in detail the pros/cons and risk factors.
Excellent bedside manner - very friendly. Highly recommend. Surgery was complex due to other health factors. Surgery was success and we are very appreciative."
-- Paul Ingram, Aortic Valve, Mitral Valve, Valve Replacement, 10/05/2021
"Dr. George is the most professional, caring surgeon I have ever met. He has performed two surgeries on me and it is only because of him that I am here to continue to enjoy my family, friends, and life.
Other doctors would not take me as a patient. It was a third redo on my valve. Dr. George approached it with a positive attitude for a successful surgery.
His faith restored my faith after being told I was living on borrowed time by a previous cardiologist. I would highly recommend him he’s brilliant! "
-- Diane Dean, Mitral Valve, Tricuspid Valve, Valve Replacement, 07/01/2021
"I was high risk due to MSSA sepsis that destroyed my mitral annuloplasty. My wife and I think Dr. George is AWESOME! We recommend him to everyone especially my wife who is aa nurse and works at a clinic. He is the most down to earth cardiac surgeon we have EVER met. He makes you feel safe and treated well.
Dr. George's skill is superior to none. Most of all during a very stressful and horrific time in our lives. He was a Blessing and a light to the end of the dark tunnel. We deeply appreciate him and his staff and Baylor Scott & White Heart Hospital!"
-- Fred Allen Riney, Mitral Valve, Valve Replacement, Transcatheter, 03/28/2019
"Dr. George did an amazing job on my minimally invasive mitral valve repair. He displayed a friendly and attentive manner both before the surgery and after. As for the surgery itself, my cardiologist has noted that my heart sounds "perfect" now (after living with the clicking heart valve for over 15 years). I am feeling better than I have in years and now, less than 6 months after surgery, am able to participate in the strenuous activities that I enjoy like mountain biking and kayaking. I could not be any happier with the results."
-- Anthony McDaniel, Mitral Valve, Valve Repair, 01/21/2019
"Dr. George is an amazing surgeon, I was told by other surgeons that they didn't feel they had the resources or expertise in doing the redo mitral valve. I was referred to Dr. George and his knowledge and expertise made me feel safe and confident in his ability. He has his patients best interests at hand. His bedside manner and genuine concern and care for his patients is amazing. The surgery was more complicated due to unforeseen issues yet he was able to handle it with absolute professional expertise. HIs post-surgery care is just as good. I have been able to stay in contact with him through his nurses who are amazing as well, very supportive and knowledgeable."
-- Diane Dean, Mitral Valve, Valve Replacement, 01/07/2019
"I fell very blessed by having Dr. George do my surgery. It was apparently a complicated surgery, but done with great skill and good results. My greatest thanks to Dr George and stall and Baylor Heart Hospital! It has been 3 weeks since the surgery and I am progressing very well."
-- Jack Roseberry, Mitral Valve, Valve Replacement, 09/26/2018
"Very professional and caring both before and after the surgery. Every medical professional that looked at my incision complemented Dr. George on the beautiful work he did. I would highly recommend Dr. George for any heart issues."
-- Mark Neuroth, Aortic Valve, Valve Replacement, 09/07/2018
"I have had L- VAD put in my heart. Dr George is by far the best cardiac surgeon , and a great man
he would come by my room at least 2 times a day.
And the other Doctors and nurse practitioner in
his office where there 2 or 3 times a day checking on
progress.
Dr George also has the best bed side manor of any
Doctor I have known.
It is as if he is your next door neighbor. He saved my life and I can’t say enough great things about him
Ralph Mardis "
-- Ralph Mardis, Aortic Valve, Valve Replacement, 04/09/2018
"Dr. Timothy George performed my surgery at The Heart Hospital Baylor Plano. I had mitral and tricuspid valve repair and also an ablation. Dr. George was easy to talk with and explained the procedure and options well. During my visits to his office he gave me all the time I needed to ask questions and never seemed hurried. I would highly recommend Dr. George and also the entire staff of the hospital. I was treated royally. "
-- Anita Stubblefield, Mitral Valve, Tricuspid Valve, Mini-Thoracotomy / Port Access, 03/26/2018
"Dr. George is a first class cardiac surgeon. I have had 2 aortic valve replacements and a heart transplant. I had a severely leaking mitral valve in my transplanted heart. I was not a candidate for TAVR and had been told by other valve surgeons I was not a candidate for a fourth open heart surgery. I went to see Dr. George and he very matter of factly told me he would do the surgery. The surgery was very difficult but he was able to replace the mitral valve through a minimally invasive procedure. Dr George was very heroic to perform the surgery and is a very gifted surgeon. He has such a kind and caring manner about him and I can not say enough good things about him. I highly recommend him."
-- Harry Holmes, Mitral Valve, Valve Replacement, 11/01/2017
"Dr. George is an excellent surgeon! He thoroughly explained everything before and after surgery. He is very kind and caring. I highly recommend him if you are looking for a cardiac surgeon in the Dallas area."
-- Mary Worland, Aortic Valve, Valve Replacement, 09/01/2017
"Dr. George did my surgery and he was great, he and/or other doctors from his practice saw me at least once a day while I was in the Plan Heart Hospital. The surgery seem to go well, and my stay at the hospital was great. The nurses and staff were wonderful and helpful."
-- Lina Gardiner, Mitral Valve, Tricuspid Valve, Valve Replacement, 07/30/2017
"Dr. George impressed me from the first visit as a patient and knowledgeable surgeon who took time with me and my wife to explain our options and the recommended procedure. In every visit I had with him, he was very kind and personable.
I had a ruptured chord on my posterior leaflet of my mitral valve and had a successful port access repair. I was driving in 2 weeks, back to the office in 3 weeks and hiking in the mountains in 3 months.
I appreciate Dr. George's expertise in some of these amazing procedures that have become possible in modern medicine. I would highly recommend him."
-- Brad Wilson , Mitral Valve, Valve Repair, Mini-Thoracotomy / Port Access, 05/02/2017
"Dr. George was very thorough & detailed in explaining the surgery. Very attentive after surgery and nice bedside manner. "
-- Charles Franklin, Aortic Valve, 05/01/2017
"Dr. George is a exceptional person and surgeon . Without reservation I would highly recommend him. I came by air flight in critical conditation . He replaced my mitral valve . I am eight weeks out of the hospital and doing excellent. He has an amazing bedside manner always up and takes time to answer any question . He talked to my family both before and after surgery at length to let them know what he was going to do."
-- Nancy Saucedo, Mitral Valve, Valve Replacement, 03/26/2017
"I traveled 600 miles to have my surgery done by Dr George at the Heart Hospital Baylor in Texas and boy am I glad I did. Dr George has the most casual and friendly beside manner I've ever seen in a surgeon. In addition both he and the team at The Heart Hospital were so incredibly efficient not only in the care they gave me but the comfort I derived from seeing how they had prepared for any complications. Fortunately I had none.
Eight weeks after surgery and I am already hiking around the mountains in Colorado.
As a patient all one can do is pick the best doctor and facility to minimize the risks of serious surgery and I think this is the doctor and facility to choose."
-- Robert Balekian, Mitral Valve, Valve Repair, 01/26/2017
"Dr. George is the most amazing surgeon I have ever met. Most of the time, patients don't look forward to seeing their surgeon on hospital days, I actually looked forward to seeing him everyday.He would walk in my room with that contagious smile, that made you feel good whether you did or not. He has a bedside manner that made you feel at ease and very comfortable. I had my surgery on Dec. 29th and was released on Jan. 4, 2017. It was a total success without any blood or complications. I "highly" recommend Dr. George without reservation."
-- Frances Pasley, Mitral Valve, Tricuspid Valve, Valve Repair, Bloodless Surgery, 12/29/2016
"Thank you so much Dr. George. I could not have had better care or better surgical results. It has been five months and I am completely recovered and feel better than ever."
-- Ana Kathryn Garzonie, Mitral Valve, Valve Repair, 11/04/2016
"Dr. Timothy George is more than a great and gifted surgeon. His bedside manner and inclusiveness has made my complete recovery and lifestyle change possible.
Being a mid-forty-year-old, it came as a shocking surprise to find that I needed heart surgery and not only that but that I needed it immediately. My surgery was difficult and from the myriad of stories I've been told, I should not be walking this Earth right now. My surgery (single) increased to multiple surgeries due to unforeseen complications. However, Dr. George never gave up on me. After MANY painstaking days and nights of uncertainty, I finally opened my eyes again. I floated in and out of consciousness, was totally immobile, had serial setbacks and had to be on full ventilation.
Today I can walk in the park with my daughter, drive myself intermediate distances, cook, go to the movies (Yeah!), workout at the rehabilitation center and enjoy a healthier lifestyle than ever before.
I thank Dr. George for being the type of surgeon that seeks the root causality of a complicated dilemma such as mine.
If you or anyone you encounter is in need of heart surgery, I can give no higher recommendation than to say: I know for a fact that Dr. George saved my life."
-- Cornell Wilson Jr, Mitral Valve, Tricuspid Valve, Valve Repair, Valve Replacement, 09/26/2016
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