Surya Kumar, MD, is an accomplished cardiothoracic surgeon from the University of Chicago Medicine with expertise in treating a wide range of heart and vascular conditions, including high-risk and complex cases. He specializes in the surgical management of heart and vascular disease, such as heart failure, arrhythmias, valve disease, coronary artery disease, aneurysms and more. 

Dr. Kumar performs open-heart surgery, and employs the latest technologies, including mechanical circulatory support and minimally invasive surgery, to provide each patient with individual treatment for an optimal outcome. 

Clinical Interests

• Heart Valve Disease
• Coronary Artery Disease
• Arrhythmias
• Heart Failure 

• Board Certifications

  • Board-certified, Cardiovascular Surgery
  • Board-certified, Thoracic Surgery 

• Specialties

  Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery

• Affiliations

  Methodist Network Physician