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Dr. Joseph Dearani, MD

Dr. Joseph Dearani, MD

Cardiovascular Surgery*
35+ years of experience
(507) 718-5591

Dr. Joseph Dearani, MD is a cardiovascular surgery specialist in Rochester, MN and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Georgetown University School of Medicine in 1986. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 15 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (15 reviews)
(507) 718-5591
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Accepting New PatientsTelehealth Available
200 1st St SW
Rochester, MN 55905

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MN - Heart Surgery200 1st St SW Rochester, MN 55905
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(507) 718-5591

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise • Dr. Dearani specializes in the areas of Congenital Cardiac Surgery & 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. Dearani's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Dearani

4.7
15 ratings, 5 with a written review
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Magnificent Physician
Dr. Dearani gave me back my quality of life. I was born with a rare birth defect and I it had took its toll on my daily living. After open heart surgery, I am back to living life once again. I will forever be grateful for this skilled physician. Thank you Dr. Dearani.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Matt R – Apr 12, 2024
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Dr. Dearani is one of the best physicians I have ever come across, not toe mention probably one of the smartest people I have ever met. He performed an open heart surgery to repair a very large ASD, and he was fabulous from both a patient and tactical standpoint. if you need heart surgery Dr. Dearani is one you want performing the surgery. Thank you Dr. Dearani. Respectfully,
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
4 others found this helpful
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David Allumbaugh in Fresno, CA – Jun 20, 2019
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Left with significant permanent complications following heart valve surgery. Very disappointed in the care I received.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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Algonquin, IL – Jun 14, 2017
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Dr. Dearani performed surgery on me in 2014, and thanks to his expertise and skills, and am healthy and alive today. He takes the time to explain the procedure to you, and makes you feel very comfortable and confident in 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
5 others found this helpful
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Portland, OR – Sep 17, 2016
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Dr. Dearani has been an incredible ray of hope for our family. From his bedside manner to his level of expertise, Dr. Dearani is an absolute God-send. Daily, we thank the lord for Dearani's gifts and abilities. Without the two of them, I'm not sure where our family would be. All I do know is that we would not be in as good of a place as we are now. Heart-felt thank you to the Lord and Dr. Dearani for helping our family thrive.
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
7 others found this helpful
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Joseph Jaeger in Elburn, IL – Apr 20, 2016
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care philosophy

Cardiovascular and cardiothoracic surgeons at Mayo Clinic are part of an integrated, multidisciplinary team of doctors and health care professionals who provide individualized care for each patient. Having all this expertise in a single place,...read more

biography

Interests Pediatric and adult congenital heart surgery Reoperative cardiac surgery Valve repair Robotic assisted repair of valve and congenital heart defects (minimally invasive) Arrhythmia surgery Heart transplantation

  • Cardiovascular Surgery

  • Pediatrics

  • Transplant Surgery

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  • Georgetown University Hospital|georgetown University Hospital|mayo Grad School Med/mayo Fndn|mayo Grad School Med/mayo Fndn

    Residency Hospital

  • Georgetown University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1986
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Thoracic Surgery®
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Congenital Cardiac Surgery
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Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
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  • Congenital Heart Surgeons Society, President - Elect

  • Workforce on Humanitarian Outreach Society of Thoracic Surgeons, Chair

  • Congenital Heart Surgery MOC Committee American Board of Thoracic Surgery, Member

  • Examination Committee American Board of Thoracic Surgery, Member

  • Workforce on Surgical Treatment of Adults with Congenital Heart Disease Society of Thoracic Surgeons American Association for Thoracic Surgery, Chair

  • C. Walton and Richard C. Lillehei Surgical Society, Member

  • Cardiovascular Surgery Specialty Council Mayo Clinic Specialty Council Mayo Clinic Clinical Practice Committee, Member

  • Society of Thoracic Surgeons, Chair

  • Cardiac Subcommittee American Board of Thoracic Surgery, Member

  • Congenital Heart Surgery Submcommittee American Board of Thoracic Surgery, Member

  • MOC Exam SESATS Committee American Board of Thoracic Surgery, Member

  • Improving Results of Surgery for Ebstein Anomaly: Where Are We After 235 Cone Repairs?

  • Does septal thickness influence outcome of myectomy for hypertrophic obstructive cardiomyopathy?

  • Outstanding Editorial Board Member for 2016 Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, 2016

  • 2013 John A. Hawkins Top Scoring Abstract Congenital Heart Surgeons' Society, 2013

  • First Place, Basic Science Washington Academy of Surgery, Surgical Resident's Competitive Forum, 1993

  • Dwight McGoon Mentorship Award American Association for Thoracic Surgery, 2006

  • Resident Teacher Award in Surgery Georgetown University, 1993

  • 1993First Place, Basic Science Washington Academy of Surgery, Surgical Resident's Competitive Forum, 1993

  • Harry B. Zehner Traveling Fellowship Award Washington Chapter, American College of Surgeons, 1993

  • O.T. Clagett Travelling Fellowship Award in Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Mayo Clinic, 1994

  • Charles A. Hufnagel Research Award in Surgery Awarding Organization, 1990

  • L.O.R.I. Award Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Association (HCMA), 2008

  • Outstanding Editorial Board Member for 2014 Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, 2014

  • Marguerite George Award in Vascular Surgery Awarding Organization, 1993