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Dr. Chiwon Hahn, MD

Dr. Chiwon Hahn, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Chiwon Hahn, MD is a cardiothoracic surgeon in Richmond, VA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons in 1987. He is affiliated with medical facilities Henrico Doctors' Hospital and Spotsylvania Regional Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

5 Star Rating
Based on 40 reviews 5 Star Rating (40 reviews)

At a Glance

  • Area of ExpertiseDr. Hahn specializes in the area of Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top HospitalAmerica’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Hahn's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Hahn

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Dr. Hahn is professional, very caring , took his time explaining everything to me, he is a wonderful Heart Surgeon.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Mary A. Lackey – Apr 15, 2021
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My visit was a very warm and caring visit. The receptionist was very nice and caring. Margaret was awesome and was there for me with any questions. Dr. Hahn was very concerned and thoughtful about my issues and explained all of my concerns and answered my questions and explained what was going to happen. The visit was very nice.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Irene Shields – May 17, 2020
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Dr. Hahn did a very good job of explaining my options for valve replacement. He was very easy to talk to and I feel fortunate to have him as my surgeon.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
5 others found this helpful
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Jack – Apr 28, 2020
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Excellent visit!! Friendly, knowledgeable, and professional staff!! Efficient and caring!! Highly recommend!!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
5 others found this helpful
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Richard Conyers – Apr 24, 2020
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I was very impressed with Dr. Hahn's bedside manner. His straight forward approach instilled confidence in me. He covered my surgery very well. I feel I know what to expect and I'm knowledgeable enough to make intelligent decisions. I feel comfortable in having him as my Surgeon.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Charles Hill – Mar 21, 2020
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We had a wonderful first visit with Dr. Hahn and his team. He was very open about the procedure that will be necessary down the road, but he felt that, until I have more symptoms, it was not necessary at this time. He also explained the process for getting to surgery. We (myself, my husband and our daughter-in-law who accompanied us and is a nurse practioner) were all very pleased with the information conveyed and the warm way it was given. I will feel very comfortable when the time comes to have any surgery.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Barbara Jordanger – Feb 19, 2020
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Wonderful doctor. I would highly recommend him.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Feb 11, 2020
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Very informative and answered all our questions. Have us his honest opinion.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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James Calpin – Feb 09, 2020
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Dr. Hahn and his staff were awesome !!! Before my surgery Dr. Hahn was very informative explaining what will take place before and after my surgery. His bedside manner was professional and concerning of your well being. I would highly recommend him to anyone with cardiology concerns. Hands down the best.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Gregory Mitchell Sr. – Jan 30, 2020
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Dr. Hahn was very clear and concise about my cardiac condition, my options and what steps that I would need to do to accomplish the best results for my heart. I am very appreciative of this clear cut informational visit, help, time and consideration. Thank you again Dr. Hahn!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Jeannette Balthaser – Dec 28, 2019
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Dr. Hahn spoke to us in language we could understand and gave us an honest opinion about my options for heart surgery. I was very impressed with him and his team.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Jerome Kendall – Dec 10, 2019
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My experience was open heart, bypass surgery done by Dr. Chiwan Hahn. I rated the group as “5” not because every member was perfect, but that the key individuals I dealt with were so informed, skilled, experienced, responsive, respectful, and humble that their actions more than compensated for any annoyance I experienced in the group’s care. Aside from being well known in the Richmond area as a particularly careful, insightful, concerned, thorough, and detailed planner, Dr. Hahn’s decades long experience comes with a higher success rate than the national average, and his “beside manner” tops that of nearly all of the medical specialists I have met.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Bert – Nov 06, 2019
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Dr, Hahn and his staff delivered superior health care to me in a very professional manner that inspired confidence from diagnosis, through surgery and on into recovery. The support staff was extremely responsive in following up. Appointments were on time and everyone was upbeat.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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david harnes – Jul 29, 2019
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I would definitely recommend Dr. Hahn to family and friends. Dr. Hahn has been wonderful Roy Toman
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Roy Toman in Glen Allen, VA – Jul 07, 2019
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I found my relation with Dr. Hahn to be extremely satisfactory. Dr. Hahn was brief and to the point in describing my condition and choices before me. The resultant aortic valve replacement by catheter went perfectly. My condition is remarkably improved. I would recommend Dr. Hahn to anyone requiring heart surgery.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Milton I. Hargrave, Jr. – Jun 17, 2019
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Dr. Hahn's staff was friendly and accommodating. There was an issue with their location so I was late to my appointment. They did not require that I reschedule and even fit me in the same day to have an echo done. Dr. Hahn spent more than ample time with me going over my status and plan for moving forward. I found him to be quite warm, knowledgeable and approachable. I was very impressed with both Dr. Hahn and his staff!!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Mar 11, 2019
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I highly recommend Dr. Hahn and his team -- professional , thorough and patient
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Mark Smith in Richmond , VA – Feb 25, 2019
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I highly recommend Dr. Hahn.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Mechanicsville, VA – Feb 23, 2019
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Dr. Hahn is an outstanding surgeon. He performed triple by-pass surgery on my heart in 1998. A recent catheterization showed the by-passes to be almost as good as they were when he did the surgery. He is also very good at explaining your condition and how he plans to correct the problem as well as what to expect after the surgery. Dr. Hahn takes the time to answer and explain any questions concerning your specific situation.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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E. Craze in Richmond, VA – Aug 13, 2018
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I can not say enough good about this Doctor. I would highly recommend him to anyone. Caring, considerate and efficient in every way. I rate him a 20 on a scale of 1-10.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Flora Gunderson in VA – Jun 11, 2018
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care philosophy

Our team is a leading provider of cardiac surgical procedures in the state of Virginia, and the leader in Central Virginia, where we perform the majority of major heart operations.

biography

Chiwon Hahn, MD, is a cardiothoracic surgeon with Cardiothoracic Surgical Associates in Richmond and Fredericksburg, Virginia. Dr. Hahn earned his bachelor of science from Massachusetts Institute of Technology in Cambridge, Massachusetts. From...read more
  • Cardiothoracic Surgery

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  • Massachusetts General Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital
  • Massachusetts General Hospital

    Residency Hospital
  • Massachusetts General Hospital

    Internship Hospital
  • Columbia University Vagelos College Of Physicians And Surgeons

    Medical School, 1987
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Thoracic Surgery®
Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Henrico Doctors' Hospital

    1602 Skipwith Rd
    Richmond, VA 23229
    Recipient of 54
    hospital awards

    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Spotsylvania Regional Medical Center

    4600 Spotsylvania Pkwy
    Fredericksburg, VA 22408
    Recipient of 8
    hospital awards

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    75%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    9% lower than the national average

    68%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    7% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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