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Dawn Hui, MD, Thoracic Surgery, San Antonio, TX

Dawn Hui MD

Adult Cardiac Surgery, Aortic Surgery, Cardiovascular Surgery


Professor of Cardiothoracic Surgery, University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio

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  • 8300 Floyd Curl Drive3rd Floor -3BSan Antonio, TX 78229

  • Phone+1 210-450-0999

  • Fax+1 210-450-4965

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Summary

  • Dr. Dawn Hui is a cardiac surgeon and Professor of Cardiothoracic Surgery based in San Antonio, Texas with a subspecialty in adult cardiac surgery. Dr. Hui completed her medical education and General Surgery residency at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School before completing a residency in Thoracic Surgery at the University of Southern California. Currently, she holds multiple positions including Professor of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Vice Chair of Quality and Research, and Associate Program Director at The University of Texas Health Science Center. Dr. Hui has gained substantial experience in procedures such as aortic surgery, multi-arterial CABG, and transcatheter valve surgery. She is an Associate Editor at the Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery and on the Editorial Board of the Annals of Thoracic Surgery and Catheterization and Cardiovascular Interventions. Her research has been published in several medical journals, and she has received multiple awards, including peer-nominated recognition for her work.

Education & Training

  • University of Southern California/Los Angeles General Medical Center (USC/LA General)
    University of Southern California/Los Angeles General Medical Center (USC/LA General)Residency, Thoracic Surgery - Integrated, 2010 - 2013
  • University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
    University of Texas Southwestern Medical CenterResidency, Surgery, 2005 - 2010
  • University of Texas Southwestern Medical School
    University of Texas Southwestern Medical SchoolClass of 2005

Certifications & Licensure

  • TX State Medical License
    TX State Medical License 2018 - 2027
  • IL State Medical License
    IL State Medical License 2015 - 2020
  • MO State Medical License
    MO State Medical License 2013 - 2020
  • CA State Medical License
    CA State Medical License 2009 - 2013
  • Surgery
    American Board of Surgery Surgery
  • Thoracic and Cardiac Surgery
    American Board of Thoracic Surgery Thoracic and Cardiac Surgery

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

  • President of the Board American Heart Association, San Antonio Chapter
  • Dean's Faculty Recognition Award for Clinical Service Saint Louis University, 2017
  • Director's Special Recognition, Physican of the Year Center for Comprehensive Cardiovascular Care, Saint Louis University, 2016
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Clinical Trials

Publications & Presentations

PubMed

Journal Articles

  • Quantitation of thiol metabolites from mammalian cells using fluorous tagging and HILIC-MS.  
    Esch C, Hui DS, Lee R, Edwards JL., Analytic Methods, 2015

Books/Book Chapters

Abstracts/Posters

  • Computational Fluid Dynamic Characterization of Cabrol Anatomy
    Hui DS, Laddu AA, Smart SC, Lee R, McQuilling MP, The Houston Aortic Symposium, 10th in the Series, Houston, TX, 2/25/2017
  • The Role of Deliberate Practice in Achieving Technical Proficiency in Coronary Anastomosis Simulation: A Randomized Study of Surgical Novices
    Hui DS, Barner H, Kohn M, Holbrook ER, Odehnal C, Karunanandaa A, Lee R, 96th Meeting of the American Association for Thoracic Surgery, Baltimore, MD, 5/15/2016
  • Reinforcing Atrial P2 Stitch May Reduce Dehiscence in Undersized Mitral Annuloplasties
    Hui DS, Lee R, 62nd Meeting of the Southern Thoracic Surgical Association, Lake Buena Vista, FL, 11/6/2015
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Lectures

  • Cerebral Protection Strategies in Aortic Surgery 
    21st Annual Missouri Scientific Meeting of the Missouri Perfusion Society - 6/4/2016
  • The Heart Team: New Friends, Old Enemies 
    33rd Annual Parkland Surgical Society Meeting - 7/19/2014

Press Mentions

  • STS Experts Tackle Need for Women-Only Trials in Surgery
    STS Experts Tackle Need for Women-Only Trials in SurgeryJanuary 29th, 2025
  • Preventing Heart Disease and the Importance of Knowing CPR | Wear the Gown
    Preventing Heart Disease and the Importance of Knowing CPR | Wear the GownFebruary 23rd, 2023
  • New Practice Guideline Offers Recommendations for Managing Patients with Type B Aortic Dissection
    New Practice Guideline Offers Recommendations for Managing Patients with Type B Aortic DissectionJanuary 25th, 2022
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Grant Support

  • Saint Louis University President's Research FundSaint Louis University2017–2018
  • Platform for Metabolomic AnalysisNational Institute for Health2015–2018
  • Alterations in Myocardial PEDF in Response to Cigarette SmokingThe Lottie Caroline Hardy Charitable Trust2016–2017
  • Cardiovascular Health in Bosnian-Americans: Outreach, Education, and ScreeningGreater Saint Louis Health Foundation2014–2015
  • Defining Nontechnical Predictors and Number of Repetitions to Reach Technical Skill Proficiency on Coronary Anastomosis Simulation Prior to Patient ExperienceThoracic Surgery Foundation for Research and Education Simulation Award2014–2015

Committees

  • Member, Professional Advisory Group, Clinical Pastoral Education Program 2024 - Present
  • Member, Cardiovascular P&T, University Hospital 2020 - Present
  • Member, Credentials/Peer Review Committee SSM SLUH 2018 - 2019
  • Member, Graduate Medical Education Committee, Saint Louis University School of Medicine 2016 - 2017
  • Member, Patient Safety and Quality Improvement, Saint Louis University School of Medicine 2016 - 2017
  • Member, Cardiac Surgery Process and Quality Committee 2014 - 2018
  • Member, Des Peres Hospital Cardio Peer Review Committee 2014 - 2018

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