Dr. Bashir A. Chowdhry M.D
Cardiothoracic Surgeon
4160 South Pecos Road Suite 10 Las Vegas Nevada, 89121About
Bashir A. Chowdhry, MD, FACS, FRCS, FACC, FICS, is a cardiovascular and thoracic surgeon currently serving patients at Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery of Nevada. He received his education from King Edward Medical College and continued his studies with an internship at Toledo Hospital. Following his internship, Dr. Chowdhry completed a residency at J. Meyer Memorial SUNY. He is a professional member of the International College of Surgeons and the American Medical Association, which allows him to stay up-to-date in his field. Dedicated to continued learning, Dr. Chowdhry acts as an Assistant Clinical Professor at Touro University; as well as being on staff as an attending physician at local hospitals. Over the course of his extensive career, Dr. Chowdhry has attained double Board certification and has received the distinguished title, Fellow of various associations.
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Education and Training
King Edward Medical University
Lahore Medical and Dental College 1968
Board Certification
General Surgery and Thoracic Surgery
Provider Details
Dr. Bashir A. Chowdhry M.D's Expert Contributions
What anesthesia is used for open heart surgery?
We use General Endotracheal Anesthesia. Patient is asleep and breathing is controlled by a ventilator. It is done through a tube in the wind pipe. There is no pain during surgery. READ MORE
How often should you have an echocardiogram?
For asymptomatic patients, once a year after age 40. Otherwise, your cardiologist will advise. READ MORE
How long does it take to recover from a pacemaker surgery?
It should not take more than a couple of days to recover. It is important to remain on monitor for at least 24 hours to be sure that lead doesn’t dislodge READ MORE
Is it possible to live with one lung?
Yes, you can live normally with one lung. If you have not destroyed your lungs with smoking or pneumonia, etc. Of course, you will not have reserve anymore. READ MORE
Is nausea normal after heart surgery?
Not really. Initially, it could be an aide-effect of anesthesia. Later pain meds, especially narcotic, can give nausea. Most other meds also has nausea/vomiting as a side effect. READ MORE
Would LAD lesion cause tachycardia?
Not really. Symptom is CHEST PAINS. READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Assistant Clinical Professor at Touro University -
Treatments
- Heart Disease
- Stroke
- Cerebrovascular Disease
- Aneurysm
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (aaa)
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Coronary Artery Disease (cad)
- Vascular Disease
Internships
- University of Toledo Medical Center - 1969
What do you attribute your success to?
- Hard work and his children, who are his motivators
Hobbies / Sports
- Spending time with family and his work
Favorite professional publications
- American College of Surgeons
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