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Dr. Estrera is a Professor in the Department of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery, Cardiothoracic Surgery Section, at the McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth). He is a faculty member of many interacting medical facilities at UTHealth. He is also Chief of Cardiac Surgery and Director of the Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit at the Heart and Vascular Institute, Memorial Hermann Hospital – Texas Medical Center.
He specializes in diseases of the aorta, specifically focused on thoracoabdominal aortic aneurysms and aortic dissection.
Dr. Estrera has been an integral part in building the department and the cardiovascular surgical service at UTHealth. Dr. Anthony Estrera has authored and co-authored 35 book chapters and over 150 publications and peer-reviewed medical journals. His studies have led to refinements in surgical techniques for the treatment of thoracic aortic aneurysms and aortic dissection. In collaboration with Dianna Milewicz, M.D. Chief of Medical Genetics at The University of Texas Houston, their combined efforts have led to the identification of multiple genes associated with the etiology of thoracic aortic aneurysm and aortic dissection. Dr Estrera has lectured and conducted workshops worldwide which has provided integral training for cardiovascular surgeons.
He is a Fellow of The American College of Surgeons, a member of the American Association for Thoracic Surgeons, the Society of Thoracic Surgeons,and a member of DeBakey International Surgical Society, the Cardiothoracic Surgery Network (CTSNET), the Southern Thoracic Surgical Association, and Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society. He is certified with both the American Board of Surgery and the American Board of Thoracic Surgery. Dr. Estrera also serves on the editorial board for the Annals of Thoracic Surgery and for The American Board of Thoracic Surgery.
Dr. Estrera is married and has 3 children.
All patient experience ratings and comments are submitted by actual patients and are received and validated by a leading independent survey company, NRC Health.
This, group was very good helpful and kind, need more employees like Doctor ,Estrella MD,Selena Akers,Bsn,Rn,and Nelly Velasques MA, and Marcela Rodriguez, where all,professional,and excellent
Staff is amazing! Dr Estrera calms my fears and explains my condition fully!
Good afternoon pray all is well, my wife and I are not from Houston my vascular doctor actually sent me here for "better care" I was going back and forth to HCA unfortunately and now I've had the pleasure to be here with you guys....and I must say after 20+ surgeries you guys are nothing short of AMAZING....and I feel like with God and you guys I'm now on the road of healing and recovery .... Thank you Guys
Because of my experience with Dr. Estrera when a gentleman approached me out of the blue in the parking garage I was able to tell him that I felt he could have the utmost confidence in Dr. Estrera to help him. He was very disheartened and ready to just drive away but as we talked his whole countenance changed. He became confident, joyful, and expecting the best. All this made possible by the care and expertise of this clinic and staff. I truly believe you have saved another man's life.
Dr Estrera He got right to the point and did not beat around the brush He assessed my scan and was able to tell me what I should do going forward Where other doctors I have contracted danced around the issue I appreciate Dr Estrera being honest with me and getting right to the point
Was good
Dr. Estrera and his staff are very caring and very professional.
I strongly believe that Dr. Estrera and his team are not only the best on their field but also Godly people, they treated me like if I were a loved relative, deeply invested in my case, amazing experience, I am definitely will keep coming back!
I'm extremely pleased with this doctor. I feel like I'm very lucky to have him and I'm extremely, extremely pleased and I would recommend him 100%. Thank you.
Everyone made me feel very comfortable and I came away feeling confident of the care that I received.
Dr Estrera is amazing. He listens, he explains , he instills confidence in me that all will work out for my health.
Care as absolutely extraordinary from all staff involved. Even tho wait time was longer than expected I was kept updated frequently and was offered bottled water to drink as needed. Care team was thorough in medical history questions and examination and took time to listen and answer all my questions.
We have had a great experience.
I had an unusually long wait for the doctor this visit.
The entire team cared for us and always do
Nice experience
For my first time in the UT Physicians group, my experience was absolutely wonderful!
Very great service and care
They treated me with care and respect answered my questions and ensured me that the service is excellent and I'm Happy and please and feeling great about everything Thank you all for caring
I am glad I got that Doctor
Highly recommend him to people when they ask me
Yes, the doctor was very specific. He explained everything and we will recommend this doctor to anybody. He's a real good doctor.
One of the best!
Dr. Estrera was so patient with my mother because she likes to talk a lot. He was very, very nice and very informative. You know, real, giving us all the information that we needed. Thanks.
Dr. Estrera, best doctor in the world. Him and his nurses, I love them to death. I love them, I love them, I love them. Thank you so much, Dr. Estrera and your staff.
My experience at UT Health was easily the best part of my surgery- From Dr.Estrera and his team [...], it was wonderful. Highly recommended this team to anyone. They were all very accommodating, knowledgeable, professional, and friendly- love this team and thank you!
Dr. Estrera saved my life. Awesome gifted by Jesus to perform his surgical skills.
Can't say enough about my experience. Answered all my questions and kind, caring and considerate. Each person on the team gave me their numbers, include the Dr., to contact if needed. Took their time with us and not in no hurry.
Pleasant experience. There is such a personal connection with the entire group.
Everything and everyone has been superb. Very knowledgeable, caring, and kind. I would highly recommend Dr. Estrera and his staff.