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Jonathan Gower, MD, Thoracic Surgery, Washington, DC

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Thoracic Surgery Washington, DC

Adult Cardiac Surgery, Cardiopulmonary Transplantation

Physician

Overview of Dr. Gower

Dr. Jonathan Gower is a thoracic surgeon based in Washington, DC, with subspecialities in adult cardiac surgery and cardiopulmonary transplantation. He completed his medical education at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences and underwent extensive training, including a residency in surgery and fellowships in research and thoracic surgery. His professional experience includes roles as a thoracic surgeon at MedStar Washington Hospital Center and a cardiothoracic surgeon at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. He has published research on topics such as vascular remodeling in pulmonary arterial hypertension and has expertise in cardiac transplantation, adult cardiac surgery, and mechanical circulatory support.

Education & Training

  • New York Presbyterian Hospital (Cornell Campus)
    New York Presbyterian Hospital (Cornell Campus)Fellowship, Thoracic Surgery, 2021 - 2023
  • Naval Medical Center (San Diego)
    Naval Medical Center (San Diego)Residency, Surgery, 2011 - 2019
  • University of California (San Diego) Medical Center
    University of California (San Diego) Medical CenterFellowship, Research, 2015 - 2017
  • Naval Medical Center (San Diego)
    Naval Medical Center (San Diego)Internship, Surgery, 2010 - 2011
  • Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences F. Edward Hebert School of Medicine
    Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences F. Edward Hebert School of MedicineClass of 2010

Certifications & Licensure

  • DC State Medical License
    DC State Medical License 2024 - 2025
  • NY State Medical License
    NY State Medical License 2023 - 2025
  • CA State Medical License
    CA State Medical License 2019 - 2023
  • NE State Medical License
    NE State Medical License 2011 - 2021
  • Surgery
    American Board of Surgery Surgery

Publications & Presentations

PubMed

Journal Articles

  • Risks and Benefits of the Use of Protocol Biopsies in Kidney Transplant Recipients  
    Ryan J Schutt, Jonathan R Gower, Journal of The American College of Surgeons

Authored Content

  • Risks and Benefits of the Use of Protocol Biopsies in Kidney Transplant RecipientsOctober 2018