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  • Cardiovascular Disease, Thoracic Surgery
  • 41 years of experience
  • 700 S Park St, Madison, WI 53715
  • (608) 260-2920

Brief Intro

Dr. Nicolosi specializes in adult heart surgery. He performs coronary artery bypass (CABG) and transmyocardial LASER revascularization for coronary artery disease. He performs the full range of heart valve surgery, including mitral valve repair and minimally invasive valve surgery. He is the director of heart transplantation and mechanical circulatory support at Froedtert Hospital, and performs a variety of operations for heart failure, including heart transplant, ventricular restoration (Dor procedure), and implantation of left ventricular assist devices (LVAD) for either bridge to transplant or destination therapy. He has a strong interest in surgery for aortic diseases including aneurysm and dissection, particularly those that occur in patients with connective tissue diseases such as Marfan's, and he is a member of the thoracic aortic stent graft team. He also performs the Maze procedure for atrial fibrillation. His research focuses on the role of stretch and stretch-activated ion channels in cardiac contractile function.

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Education Background

RESIDENCY

Medical College Of Wisconsin

MEDICAL SCHOOL

Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School - 1984

Languages Spoken

  • English

Location & Hours

  • 700 S Park St, Madison, WI 53715
  • Mon:6:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Tue:6:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Wed:6:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Thu:6:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Fri:6:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Sat:Closed
    Sun:Closed

Specialties Treated

  • Thoracic Surgery
  • Cardiovascular Disease

Procedures Performed

  • Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
  • Aortic Aneurysm Repair
  • Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm Repair
  • Coronary Artery Bypass
  • Aortic Aneurysm Repair
  • Septal Defect Repair
  • Coronary Artery Bypass
  • Heart Valve Procedures
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Insurance Accepted

* Insurance information may change frequently. Please verify directly with the provider (doctor/clinic).

  • Medicare
  • State Farm
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Quartz
  • Dean Health Plan
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