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Dr. Ronald C. Hill, M.D.
Cardiothoracic Surgeon
Dr. Ronald Hill is a cardiothoracic surgeon practicing in Asheville, NC. Dr. Hill specializes in surgical procedues of vital organs in the chest such as the heart, lungs, esophagus and more. As a cardiothoracic surgeon, Dr. Hill typically treats conditions like heart disease and lung disease. This class of surgeon can also include cardiac surgeons, cardiovascular surgeons, congenital heart surgeons and general thoracic surgeons.
50 years
Experience
Dr. Ronald C. Hill, M.D.
- Asheville, NC
- Wv Univ Sch of Med, Morgantown Wv
- Accepting new patients
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Does a valve leakage need heart surgery?
She may need surgery in the future
How long do new heart valves last?
It depends on the type of valve. Yes, he may need a replacement in the future.
Will I need heart surgery?
Possibly
What happens when a stent fails?
He may have chest pain, a heart attack, or nothing.
What are the risks involved in an open heart surgery?
Stroke, heart attack, infection, death
How should I prepare for my bypass consultation?
Answer the questions truthfully
How long does open heart surgery take?
Several hours
Why did my father's angioplasty fail?
Less than 5%
I have been detected with a growth in my esophagus. Should I consult a cardiothoracic surgeon?
Cardiothoracic, or thoracic surgeon
What is the difference between a cardiologist and cardiothoracic surgeon?
Cardiologist does not do open heart surgery
My son is 8 years old and has been detected with a hole in the heart. Is surgery the only option?
There are always risks
What does a coronary artery bypass surgery involve?
Talk with your heart surgeon
Is open heart surgery very painful?
If the surgeon needs to expose the heart more than usual, then the anterior chest may be painful for a day or two but it will get better
Do I see a cardiothoracic surgeon for congestive heart failure?
You should see a cardiologist first
Is it safe to go swimming 4 weeks after a heart attack?
If he is healing well without any evidence of infection. He needs to let the anterior incision heal as well as the sternum before he puts pressure on it.
