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William Wallen, MD, Other MD/DO, Lexington, KY

William Wallen MD PhD, FRCSC


Pediatric Cardiothoracic Surgeon

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  • UK Healthcare, Kentucky Children's Hospital800 Rose St, C-260Lexington, KY 40536

  • Phone+1 859-323-8451

  • Fax+1 859-257-0607

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Summary

  • Dr. William Wallen is based in Lexington, KY, and specializes in pediatric and adult congenital cardiothoracic surgery. He completed his education at the University of Toronto Faculty of Medicine, securing an MD and a PhD in Cardiovascular Physiology, in addition to an MSc in the same field. Dr. Wallen graduated in the class of 2007. He completed Fellowships in Cardiothoracic Transplantation at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, and in Congenital Cardiac Surgery at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center.

Education & Training

  • University of Toronto Faculty of Medicine
    University of Toronto Faculty of MedicineClass of 2007
  • University of Toronto
    University of TorontoPhD, Cardiovascular physiology
  • University of Toronto
    University of TorontoMD
  • University of Toronto
    University of TorontoMSc, Cardiovascular Physiology

Certifications & Licensure

  • KY State Medical License
    KY State Medical License 2018 - 2026
  • OH State Medical License
    OH State Medical License 2015 - 2025

Publications & Presentations

Journal Articles

  • Congenital Coronary Anomalies: Clinical Presentation, Diagnosis and Current Management  
    1. Ramachandran P, Wallen WJ, House AV, Curr Treat Options Peds, 2024
  • ASD closure: Not always straightforward  
    Wallen WJ, Backer CL, World J Pediatr Congen Heart Surg, 2024
  • The aortic uncrossing procedure  
    3. Backer CL, Mongé MC, Wallen WJ, Eltayeb O, J Thorac Cardiovasc Surg, 2024
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Books/Book Chapters

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Press Mentions

  • Double the Courage: Twins Born with Heart Defects Define Resiliency
    Double the Courage: Twins Born with Heart Defects Define ResiliencyFebruary 11th, 2025

Professional Memberships

  • Society of Thoracic Surgeons
    Member
  • Southern Thoracic Surgical Association (STSA)
    Member
  • The Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada
    Fellow
  • World Society for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery
    Member
  • Congenital Heart Surgeons' Society (CHSS)
    Member
  • Member

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