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Dr. Houman Tavaf, MD

Dr. Houman Tavaf, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Houman Tavaf, MD is a cardiothoracic surgeon in Lynchburg, VA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN / EAU CLAIRE in 1993. He is affiliated with Centra Lynchburg General Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

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

Centra Heart and Vascular Institute - Lynchburg (Stroobants Cardiovascular)

2410 Atherholt Rd Lynchburg, VA 24501
Telehealth available

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(434) 200-5252

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Tavaf specializes in the area of Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Tavaf's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Tavaf

5.0
5 ratings, 4 with a written review
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Dr. Tavaf is to the point which my husband and I liked. He explained everything we needed to know. He is an expert in his field. We trust him completely! Take our advice and go to Dr. Tavaf if you're having issues with your heart!
What went well
  • 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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L. Melvin – Feb 09, 2025
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He is an outstanding physician. He performed heart surgery on me. He was in CCU every morning to follow up on my progress. During post surgical office visits with his associates, Dr Tavaf would also check in on my progress.
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 Elliott – May 18, 2021
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On March 6 last year Dr. Tevaf literally saved my husbands life. Were it not for him and his surgical team and their diligent 13 hours of surgery, and care after surgery. my husband would be with the Lord. He had an ascending aortic tear that caused other major heart complications, BUT this man and his team worked miracles with the help of our Lord!!!! Thank you so much Dr. Tevaf!!!!!
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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Cheryl Byers in Big Island, VA – Sep 15, 2016
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Dr Tavaf removed an atrail myxoma from my heart. This is a benign tumor. He was involved and visible the entire time I was in the hospital. He really cared about my recovery. The surgery was successful and I am very pleased with the work of his entire team. I thought I would need to go to a major center for the surgery but was comfortable with Dr Tavaf because he has experience with atrial myxomas, which are fairly unusual. I recommend Dr Tavaf highly.
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
Helpful
Margaret in Amherst, VA – Jan 09, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr Tavaf is board certified in Thoracic Surgery and Surgery. After earning his medical degree from University of Wisconsin - Madison, he received additional training through a residency and an internship in general surgery at Walter Reed National...read more

biography

Dr. Tavaf is board certified in Thoracic Surgery and Surgery. After earning his medical degree from University of Wisconsin - Madison, he received additional training through a residency and an internship in general surgery at Walter Reed National...read more

  • Cardiothoracic Surgery

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  • Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center|walter Reed Army Medical Center

    Residency Hospital

  • University Of Wisconsin / Eau Claire

    Medical School, 1993
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Thoracic Surgery®
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Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
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Locations

Centra Heart and Vascular Institute - Lynchburg (Stroobants Cardiovascular)

Centra Heart and Vascular Institute - Lynchburg (Stroobants Cardiovascular)2410 Atherholt Rd Lynchburg, VA 24501
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    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Centra Lynchburg General Hospital

    1901 Tate Springs Rd
    Lynchburg, VA 24501
    Recipient of 7
    hospital awards

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

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

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

    2% higher than the national average

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