Ross Procedure: Who Qualifies, Key Benefits & Why Surgeon Experience Matters

In this video, Dr. William Brinkman explains how current treatment guidelines influence the use of the Ross Procedure for patients with aortic valve disease. He discusses why patient anatomy must be carefully evaluated by an experienced imaging team and why the operation is generally considered most appropriate when performed at a comprehensive Ross center.

Dr. Brinkman also reviews important potential advantages of the Ross Procedure, including avoiding long-term Coumadin therapy, reducing bleeding and thromboembolic risks, and restoring more natural blood flow through the heart. He emphasizes that the Ross Procedure is highly complex and that surgeon experience, procedural volume, and the expertise of the entire care team can significantly influence patient outcomes. (Video posted on August 11, 2026)