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Romualdo Segurola Jr., MD, Thoracic Surgery, Aventura, FL

RomualdoPeterSegurolaJr.MDFACS, FACC, FCCP, FICS, FICA

Thoracic Surgery Aventura, FL

Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery, Minimally Invasive Thoracic Surgery, Cardiovascular Surgery

Chief of Cardiac Surgery at Jackson Health System

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  • Office

    21097 NE 27th Ct
    Ste 350
    Aventura, FL 33180
    Phone+1 786-428-1059
    Fax+1 786-428-1062

Summary

  • Romualdo Segurola, MD, FACS, is triple board-certified in general surgery, trauma/critical care surgery, and thoracic surgery. He specializes in cardiac and thoracic surgery with expertise in coronary artery bypass surgery, thoracoscopy-assisted surgery for atrial fibrillation, aortic root reconstruction, minimally invasive valve surgery, and treatment options for end-stage heart disease.

    In addition to his full-time clinical practice, Dr. Segurola dedicates time to research, participating in leading-edge clinical trials of pharmaceuticals and devices. His articles have been published in prestigious medical journals, and he has contributed book chapters to different published works.

    Dr. Segurola has presented lectures to medical professionals and societies around the world, including the American College of Surgeons, the American College of Chest Physicians, and the International Society for Heart and Lung Transplantation. He is also an active member of the National Spokesperson Panel for the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association. Dr. In 2019, Dr. Segurola was named among the The Marquis Who's Who in America.

    Dr. Segurola joined Jackson Health System as a Jackson Medical Group physician in April 2019. He is named chief of cardiac surgery for Jackson Health System, medical director for Jackson Heart Institute, and medical director for cardiothoracic surgery for Jackson North Medical Center and Jackson South Medical Center. He is leading the Jackson Heart Institute, which brings together two of the most trusted names in the community to form Miami’s most comprehensive heart team.
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    Chief of Cardiac Surgery, Dr. Romualdo Segurola, discusses the Jackson Health System difference and how they are at the cutting edge of heart procedures and pro

    Cardiothoracic Surgeon Brings World Class Expertise to Jackson Heart Surgery Ins

    Jackson Health System is proud to welcome Romualdo J. Segurola, Jr., MD, FACS, a world-renowned surgeon in minimally invasive cardiothoracic surgery.

    Jackson Heart Institute | Cardiology

    Heart care just got stronger in Miami, Florida. We are a comprehensive heart program, with cardiac care available to patients of every age and at every stage.

Education & Training

  • University of Minnesota
    University of MinnesotaFellowship, Thoracic Surgery, 2001 - 2004
  • University of Miami/Jackson Health System
    University of Miami/Jackson Health SystemFellowship, Surgical Critical Care, 2000 - 2001
  • Rutgers Health/Robert Wood Johnson Medical School
    Rutgers Health/Robert Wood Johnson Medical SchoolResidency, Surgery, 1997 - 2000
  • Yale-New Haven Medical Center
    Yale-New Haven Medical CenterFellowship, Vascular Surgery - Independent, 1995 - 1997
  • Maimonides Medical Center
    Maimonides Medical CenterResidency, Surgery, 1994 - 1995
  • St Marys Hospital
    St Marys HospitalInternship, Transitional Year, 1993 - 1994
  • Universidad Nacional Pedro Henriquez Urena
    Universidad Nacional Pedro Henriquez UrenaClass of 1992

Certifications & Licensure

  • FL State Medical License
    FL State Medical License 2000 - 2026
  • NY State Medical License
    NY State Medical License 2024 - 2026
  • CT State Medical License
    CT State Medical License 1995 - 2025
  • MN State Medical License
    MN State Medical License 2010 - 2025
  • NJ State Medical License
    NJ State Medical License 1998 - 2025
  • American Board of Surgery Surgery
  • American Board of Surgery Surgical Critical Care
  • American Board of Thoracic Surgery Thoracic and Cardiac Surgery

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

  • Fellow (FCCP) American College of Chest Physicians
  • Fellow (FICS) International College of Surgeons
  • Fellow (FICA) International College of Angiology
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Publications & Presentations

PubMed

Press Mentions

  • Miami’s Jackson Names New Cardiac Head to Revive Heart Transplant Center at Hospital
    Miami’s Jackson Names New Cardiac Head to Revive Heart Transplant Center at HospitalSeptember 27th, 2023
  • MediLaw Honors Medical Professionals in 6th Annual Awards Ceremony
    MediLaw Honors Medical Professionals in 6th Annual Awards CeremonyJuly 19th, 2022
  • St. Croix Doctor Who Suffers Heart Attack Is Airlifted to Miami for a Lifesaving Surgery by Jackson Cardiac Team
    St. Croix Doctor Who Suffers Heart Attack Is Airlifted to Miami for a Lifesaving Surgery by Jackson Cardiac TeamDecember 1st, 2021
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Professional Memberships

  • Member
  • Society of Thoracic Surgeons
    Member
  • The Florida Society of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgeons
    Member/Councilor
  • Southern Thoracic Surgical Association
    Member

Other Languages

  • Spanish