Brigham & Women's Hospital

The Division of Cardiac Surgery at Brigham and Women's Hospital is dedicated to providing the safest, state-of-the-art, highest-quality, and the most innovative heart valve therapies for our patients. The Brigham and Women's team of physicians, nurses, physician's assistants, and staff work closely with our colleagues in cardiology, vascular surgery, imaging, and nursing to deliver care that is safe, effective and compassionate.

To research and better treat heart valve disease, our hospital founded the Brigham Cardiac Valve Center which provides expertise in diagnosing and treating all cardiac valve syndromes and disorders, including mitral valve prolapse and aortic regurgitation.

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The Lawrence H. Cohn Mitral Valve Center

During his forty-year career, Dr. Larry Cohn has developed several techniques for enhanced mitral valve repair surgery due to disorders including aortic stenosis and mitral regurgitation. Of his 11,000 cardiac procedures, more than 2,000 operations have involved treatment of defective mitral valves.

In particular, minimally invasive mitral valve repair surgery has been a clinical interest and specialty of Dr. Cohn for many years. Using a small 3-inch incision, Dr. Cohn's team can acheive surgical outcomes that are equal or better than most  traditional procedures which require a 9-inch incision to the sternum.

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Meet Our Heart Valve Specialists

Brigham & Women's Hospital has assembled a special team of heart valve specialists that are committed to getting patients the best results. Our team consists of many leading surgeons and cardiologists that you can learn more about by clicking the links below:

Our Patients Say

Yesterday, I had my post-op appt with Dr. Cohn in Boston. The drive to Boston was so different than the one almost 4 weeks ago. Instead of being filled with fear, I was able to appreciate the beautiful day ... Read more.

I had my surgery and it was a success.  Dr Cohn was able to repair my mitral valve.  I’m very grateful that he did the surgery as my valve was very damaged and required a very skilled ... Read more.

Having Dr. Larry Cohn was a good surgical experience. He exuded confidence, knowledge and I felt he knew what he was doing. His bedside manner was clear and concise always with assurance. Results - my heart ... Read more.

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Ann Maloney

Hi, my name is Ann Maloney and I am the heart valve clinic coordinator for Brigham & Women's Hospital.

I have been working with Dr. Lawrence Cohn in the cardiac department at Brigham & Women's Hospital in Boston for over 23 years.

During that time, I have been very fortunate to support thousands of patients and caregivers through the heart valve surgery. From experience, I know that each patient case is unique. I also know that each patient requires the best medical care and proper personal attention.

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