Harry Kourlis, Jr., MD
Primary Location
Mercy Hospital Medical Office Building
- Appointment:
- 330.430.6211
- Fax:
- 330.837.0222
Treatment & Services
- Aorta Surgery
- Aortic Valve Repair
- Aortic Valve Surgery
- Bypass Surgery
- Cardiovascular Surgery Department
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) Surgery
- Heart Valve Surgery
- Robotically Assisted Heart Surgery
- Robotically Assisted Mitral Valve Repair
- Valve Surgery
Specialty in Diseases & Conditions
- Aortic Aneurysms
- Aortic Stenosis
- Aortic Valve Disease
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Heart Valve Disease
- Mitral Valve Disease
- Mitral Valve Prolapse
- Mitral Valve Regurgitation
- Mitral Valve Stenosis
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View All PlansAbout Harry Kourlis, Jr., MD
Dr. Kourlis is a graduate of Georgetown University School of Medicine, Washington, D.C., where he also earned a Master’s degree in physiology. He completed his residency in general surgery at Baylor University Medical Center in Dallas and continued his training there as a fellow in vascular surgery. He went on to complete a residency in cardiothoracic surgery at the University of Louisville, Louisville, Ky., and then came to Cleveland Clinic for specialized training in robotic minimally invasive mitral valve surgery and repair.
“It is a privilege to be a cardiac surgeon because it enables me to dramatically and directly impact patients’ lives while practicing patient-centered, cutting-edge medicine. Every patient is unique and requires individualized decision-making.”
In his leisure time Dr. Kourlis enjoys agriculture and sports.
Education & Professional Highlights
Appointed
2022
Education & Fellowships
Residency - University of Louisville
Thoracic Surgery
Louisville,
KY
1999
Fellowship - Baylor University Medical Center
Vascular Surgery
Dallas,
TX
1997
Residency - Baylor University Medical Center
General Surgery
Dallas,
TX
1996
Medical Education - Georgetown University
Washington,
DC
1991
Graduate School - Georgetown University
Washington,
DC
1987
Undergraduate - Colorado State University
Fort Collins,
CO
1985
Professional Highlights
- Dr. Kourlis has participated in clinical research and coauthored scientific papers published in leading medical and surgical journals, including the American Journal of Cardiology and Annals of Vascular Surgery. He has presented on various heart disease topics, in particular valvular disease and its treatment, at regional meetings of the American College of Surgeons and other professional organizations. He also has guested on several radio talk shows to discuss robotic surgery for mitral valve disease and other heart health topics in layman’s terms.
Certifications
- Thoracic & Cardiac Surgery
Specialty Interests
Complex mitral valve repair, tricuspid valve repair, aortic valve surgery, coronary artery bypass
Awards & Honors
- 2008,2009, 2017-2018 Patient's Choice Award, Vitals.com, Voted by patients
2010, 2011, 2013, 2014, 2017 Compassionate Doctor Recognition, Vitals.com, Voted by patients
2007-2011 Chairman, Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery Quality Assurance Committee, Baylor University Medical Center
2004, 2007-2009 “Best Doctors” D Magazine, Voted by peers in the Dallas-Fort Worth region
Memberships
- Society of Thoracic Surgeons
Southern Thoracic Surgical Association
Jesse E. Thompson Vascular Surgery Society
Research & Publications
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| Overall | Star Ratings | |
|---|---|---|
| Explains | 4.8 | |
| Listens | 4.9 | |
| Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 4.9 | |
| Patient Rating of Doctor | 4.8 |
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