Cardiac Surgery – First Physicians Group

Fong, Jonathan C., MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery Forms Dr. Fong’s specialized skills in complex cardiac and thoracic surgery have been honed over 20 years and more than 5,000 cases. His ability involving a wide range of procedures adds an extra layer of expertise to our team. His specialties and practice focus include: Coronary Bypass Surgery Valve replacement and repair Complex […]

Gard, Kathryn P., MD

OB/GYN Forms Dr. Gard’s practice and areas of expertise include: Full obstetrics including extensive expertise in high risk pregnancies Hormone Replacement Therapy Pelvic floor support disorders Minimally Invasive & Outpatient Surgery Hysterectomy Urinary Incontinence Treatment Dr. Gard is pleased to offer appointments at the following additional location. To set your appointment at the most convenient […]

Holden, Christopher C., MD

Orthopedic Trauma Surgery Forms Dr. Holden serves as an orthopedic surgeon and traumatologist for Sarasota Memorial’s Level II Trauma Center. In addition to his work with the hospital’s trauma team, he also works with orthopedic surgeons in the area and accepts patient referrals for complex orthopedic conditions and procedures. He specializes in treating patients who […]

Hoffberger, Jonathan, DO

Cardiothoracic Surgery Forms Dr. Hoffberger has performed more than 2,500 cardiac and thoracic procedures, including coronary revascularization, minimally invasive cardiac surgery, mitral valve repair, complex multi-valve operations, high-risk operations, thoracic vascular reconstructions and cancer surgery. His specialties and practice focus include: Minimally invasive heart surgery Mitral valve repair and replacement Surgery of the Aortic Valve […]

Vesco, Paul A., MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery Forms Dr. Vesco’s experience and skills strengthen and further diversify the range of robotic and minimally invasive heart, lung and esophageal surgery to Sarasota Memorial patients. His specialties and practice focus include: Cardiovascular Surgery, including robotic-assisted coronary bypass and coronary revascularization Thoracic Surgery, including robotic-assisted surgery for benign or cancerous conditions of the […]

Speciality: Cardiac Surgery

Fong, Jonathan C., MD

Gard, Kathryn P., MD

Holden, Christopher C., MD

Hoffberger, Jonathan, DO

Vesco, Paul A., MD

Vlahakis, Joelle, MD

Walls, Clinton E., MD

Walker, Joni M., APRN

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