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Dr. Daniel Beckles, MD
Cardiothoracic Surgeon
2401 S 31ST ST TEMPLE TX, 76508About
Dr. Daniel Beckles is a cardiothoracic surgeon practicing in central Texas seeing patients from Waco to Austin. Dr. Beckles specializes in surgical procedues of vital organs in the chest such as the heart and lungs. As a cardiothoracic surgeon, Dr. Beckles treats conditions that affect the heart (i.e. coronary artery disease, valve diseases, atrial fibrillation, cardiomyopathies, etc) and lung diseases. He specializes in advanced heart failure surgery and performs heart transplants, implants ventriclar assist devices and apply advanced critical care to restore heart function. Call today to make an appointment or just get a second opinion.
Education and Training
Stony Brook University BS 1991
Stony Brook University MSc 1994
SUNY Downstate University PhD 2004
SUNY Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine 1997
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
Thoracic SurgeryAmerican Board of Thoracic SurgeryABTS
Provider Details
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Dr. Daniel Beckles, MD's Expert Contributions
Are heart spasms dangerous?
Within the chest cavity certain organs can cause spasms like the heart vessels and esophagus. This feeling is NOT NORMAL and must be worked up to rule out more dangerous lethal conditions. Early warning signs must NOT be ignored. Other causes of spasms in young people could be a host of congenital heart diseases, cancers, infectious problems and other inflammatory causes. Get checked out!. READ MORE
Should I have a pacemaker checkup before traveling?
Yes, if you have not had the device checked in the last 6 months to 1 year and/or are unsure of how much battery life is left. READ MORE
Which is the most difficult heart valve to replace?
The difficulty of replacing a heart valve depends on the underlying cause for malfunction and diagnosis. All valves are easy to replace by expert valve surgeons. READ MORE
Fraction of the heart?
Yes, it is safe to perform open heart surgery even if the ejection fraction is 5%-15%. It requires selecting the correct patient, a skilled surgeon, skilled team (anesthesia, first assistant, etc.), equipment and plan for post-operative care. READ MORE
Can a female heart be transplanted into a male?
Yes a female heart can be transplanted into a male. Other factors are considered besides gender mismatch like height and weight and other medical problems and heart function READ MORE
Can a 40 year old have congestive heart failure?
Yes there are many causes for heart failure and congestive heart failure usually increases with age and can happen at any age, even at age 40 READ MORE
How do you get rid of fluid around the heart?
Many options for removing fluid from around the heart and it depends what is the cause in the first place. Sometimes fluid can be spontaneously absorbed by the body, other options are needle drainage procedures called pericardiocentesis. A pericardial window which is surgical in nature and VATS (video-assisted thoracoscopic) procedures. READ MORE
Can you walk up stairs after open heart surgery?
Yes, one step at a time. Stop and rest if needed but walking is encouraged after open heart surgery. READ MORE
How long can you live with a bad heart valve?
Most people have 4 heart valves and their severity is graded from mild, moderate to severe dysfunction.The survival rate depends on the cause for the valve dysfunction, if symptoms are present or not and the effect the valve dysfunction have on the heart size, function and other organs like the lungs and kidneys. For example, patients diagnosed with aortic valve stenosis have an approximately 50% 2 year survival if not treated. READ MORE
What type of anesthesia is used for heart surgery?
In the USA, general anesthesia is the most common form of anesthesia used for heart surgery. READ MORE
Has anyone fully recovered from a stroke?
Yes it is possible to fully recover from a stroke. READ MORE
Can stroke patient walk again?
Yes a stroke patient can walk again but depends on the size of the stroke, the area of the brain affected, access to rehab and physical therapy facilities and persistence. READ MORE
Can a heart valve be replaced without open heart surgery?
Yes. Technology is now available to replace various heart valves without open heart surgery READ MORE
When should I be concerned about heart arrhythmia?
Heart arrhythmia are for the most part abnormal and should be checked out ASAP for the type, underlying treatable cause and possible cure. Some respond to lifestyle changes, medications and therapy received earlier is better than later. READ MORE
Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of Medicine- Vitamin C inhibits hypoxia-induced damage and apoptotic signaling pathways in cardiomyocytes and ischemic hearts.
- Janus kinase-2 signaling mediates apoptosis in rat cardiomyocytes.
- Inhibition of Jak2 phosphorylation attenuates pressure overload cardiac hypertrophy.
- Anomalous right coronary artery from the left sinus: a minimally invasive approach.
- Transplantation of high panel-reactive antibody left ventricular assist device patients without crossmatch using on-bypass pheresis and alemtuzumab.
- A pulmonary artery "chimney" relieves right ventricular assist device anxiety.
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Surgical Director Heart Transplantation Baylor Scott & White Health Temple TX 2019 - Present
- Surgical Director Mechanical Circulatory Support Baylor Scott & White Health Temple TX 2019 - Present
- Herman and Olive Pascarella Professor of surgery SUNY Downsate Medical Center 2016 - 2018
- Surgical Director Lung Transplant Mount Sinai Medical Center, NYC 2008 - 2010
- Director of Minimally Invasive Cardiac and Thoracic Surgery University of Texas Medical Branch 2010 - 2015
Awards
- Alpha Omega Alpha 2002 AOA Medical Honor Society
Charities and Philanthropic Endeavors
- Trinbago Progressive Association of the USA
- SUNY Downstate Alumni Association
Areas of research
Post cardiac surgery renal failure
Cardiac surgery Hemodynamic Monitoring
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