Venice Regional Announces New Heart Surgeon
8/1/2019
(Venice, FL – August 1, 2019) – Venice Regional Bayfront Health announced that cardiothoracic surgeon Michael Bolanos, M.D., has joined the hospital’s heart team. Dr. Bolanos focuses on heart valve repair and replacement, including minimally invasive approaches; surgical therapies for coronary artery disease, including cardiac by-pass surgery; and surgical therapies for irregular heartbeats, such as atrial fibrillation (aFib).
Dr. Bolanos trained at the University of Kentucky Medical Center in integrated cardiothoracic surgery and Duke University Medical Center in general surgery. He is a graduate of Ponce School of Medicine in Puerto Rico and has additional experience in surgical education, as well as authoring multiple research publications and book chapters.
“We are excited to welcome Dr. Bolanos to Venice Regional’s established heart team, which has earned a reputation for addressing heart conditions with multi-disciplinary approaches using the latest technologies and minimally invasive procedures,” said John Galat, M.D., who leads the hospital’s heart team. “His patient-focused surgical expertise will be a valuable addition to our team, enhancing our ability to meet the needs of patients in the Venice area as the community grows.”
Dr. Bolanos, who speaks both English and Spanish, is accepting new patients at Gulf Coast Cardiothoracic Surgery Associates in Venice. For scheduling, please call 941-486-6770.
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