OHVC physicians are leaders and innovators who are nationally and internationally known for introducing the newest treatments and technologies to Tristate patients.

We strive to provide the highest level of patient care through continuing education, research, and innovative procedures.

Geoffery A. Answini, MD, FACS

Subspecialties

• Cardiac Surgery

Board Certifications

• American Board of General and Thoracic Surgery

Background

Dr. Answini is a cardiac surgeon that joined The Ohio Heart & Vascular Center in 2003. He has a special interest in minimally invasive surgery and endovascular surgery.

Call 1-866-321-6012 for more information on cardiac robotic surgeries.  Dr. Answini  is one of very few cardiac surgeons in the area that performs these minimally invasive cardiothoracic surgeries:

LV Lead Placements
Mitral
Atrial Septal Defect
Atrial Myxoma
Coronary Artery Bypass Graft
TMR
Lung Resections
Lobectomy
Biopsies
Decortications
Afib
Nissen Furdoplication
Heller Myotomy
Thymectomy
Sympathectomy
Aneurysm Endovascular Stent Grafting


Highlights:

As an All-American scholar athlete, Dr Answini graduated magna cum laude in biology and chemistry at Auburn University in Alabama. 

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Education

Undergraduate:
Auburn University

Medical Degree:
Temple University of Medicine
Philadelphia, PA

Residency:
Carolinas Medical Center
Charlotte, NC

Fellowship:
Cardiothoracic surgery
St. Louis University