Surgeon Q&A: What 4 Facts Should Patients Know About the Ross Procedure?

The Ross Procedure, an advanced form of heart valve replacement surgery, can provide patients multiple advantages including long-term durability and resistance to infection without the use of blood thinners. However, many patients with aortic valve disease - including aortic stenosis, aortic regurgitation, and bicuspid aortic valve - may wonder what they should know about this advanced procedure. To learn more about the Ross Procedure, we interviewed Dr. Ismail El-Hamamsy, a leading heart surgeon at Mount Sinai Health in New York City, New York. (Video posted on October 14, 2024)