Conditions We Treat

Western Cardiovascular Associates is a leader in state-of-the-art cardiothoracic surgeries. By treating many common heart and lung ailments with minimally invasive, cutting-edge surgeries, which have proven to be highly effective, efficient and successful, our surgeons are enhancing cardiovascular patient care in the western United States. Each surgeon specializes in traditional open chest and open heart procedures as well as closed chest procedures. If you are researching a specific condition not listed here, contact us online or call 801-743-4750 today.

Dr. Affleck specializes in treating atrial fibrillation and rapid heart rate. Dr. Schorlemmer specializes in treating thoracic & abdominal aneurysm. Dr. Thorne specializes in treating complex valve heart disease such as aortic stenosis and mitral regurgitation.

The surgeons at Western Cardiovascular Associates also treat hyperhidrosis, lung cancer, and coronary artery disease. Our surgeons can treat coronary artery disease with traditional open heart surgical techniques or with off-pump beating heart surgery often called off-pump coronary artery by-pass (OPCAB).

If you live outside the Salt Lake City, Ogden, Utah Valley, don't let geography determine your treatment. WCA has a successful fly-in program and can help you with after care, accommodations and travel arrangements. Contact Western Cardiovascular Associates online or call us at 801-743-4750 today to determine your best treatment options.