About Dr. William Brinkman,
Heart Valve Surgeon

Hello! My name is Dr. William Brinkman and I am a cardiac surgeon having graduated from Emory University School of Medicine in 1996. To date, I have performed approximately 3,500 cardiac surgeries, of which 2,500 involved heart valve procedures. I regularly perform surgery at Baylor Scott & White The Heart Hospital - Plano. Read more...

69 Patient Reviews for
Dr. Brinkman

"Dr. Brinkman was wonderful. I’m 39 and had a severe leaky aortic valve, needing a replacement. My local surgeons, in MS recommended a mechanical valve. After finding this website and researching, I was determined to try to find a specialist in The Ross Procedure and found Dr. Brinkman.

We had a successful supported Ross Procedure surgery 2 weeks ago. I was out of the hospital in 4 days feeling great. I’m back home feeling better than before the surgery.

Dr. Brinkman is honest, kind and truly a master in his craft. He also comes with the most professional hospital I’ve ever had to deal with as a patient. They are truly a top tier facility and make it where you don’t even feel like a patient. Amazing Dr that comes with a phenomenal hospital.

I would highly recommend for anyone needing heart surgery, especially for anyone interested in The Ross procedure."

-- Jonathan Bass, Aortic Valve, Pulmonary Valve, Ross Procedure, 08/06/2025

"Dr. Brinkman is professional, straight forward and listens to the patient. Felt totally confident having him do my surgery."

-- Brian Hayes, Aortic Valve, Valve Replacement, 06/18/2025

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My Specialities &
Clinical Interests

My heart surgery specialties include:

  • Aortic valve repair
  • Minimally invasive mitral valve repair
  • Thoracic aortic aneurysm

In addition, I have research and clinical interests specific to:

  • Bicuspid aortic valve disease
  • Thoracic aortic aneurysms
  • Aortic dissection

Education, Training & Certificates

Dr. William Brinkman, heart surgeon, graduated from Emory University School of Medicine in 1996.

Training to become a cardiothoracic surgeon has been a fulfilling process Dr. Brinkman.

Dr. Brinkman's journey to become a leading cardiac surgeon includes:

* General Surgery Residency at Emory University, School of Medicine 1997-2004
* Cardiothoracic Surgery Residency at Brigham & Women’s Hospital and Children’s Hospital Boston, Harvard Medical School 2004-2006
* Complex Aortic Surgery Fellowship training at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania 2006-2007

Dr. Brinkman is certified by the American Board of Surgery, the American Board of Thoracic Surgery and the National Board of Medical Examiners.

Schedule Appointment
with Dr. William Brinkman, MD

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The office of Dr. Brinkman is located at 4708 Alliance Blvd., Plano, TX 75093. To get driving directions to this office, please click the map below.



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Watch Educational Videos with Dr. William Brinkman

Learn about heart valve surgery from Dr. Brinkman in these videos:

  • Ross Procedure Research Alert: Long-Term Durability & Reoperations with Dr. William Brinkman
  • Inspecting the Pulmonary Valve During the Ross Procedure
  • Surgeon Q&A: Bicuspid Aortic Valve Gradients and Aortic Aneurysms
  • North American Ross Consortium: What Should Patients Know?
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Page last updated: August 23, 2025