Joji Ito, M.D.

I am leading the development of a comprehensive cardiovascular center.

As a cardiac surgeon specializing in structural heart disease, my practice encompasses minimally invasive cardiac surgery (MICS), valvular heart disease, coronary artery bypass grafting, thoracic aortic surgery, and transcatheter therapies. I also serve as a TAVI proctor, physician trainer, and instructor, actively involved in physician education, case proctoring, and the dissemination of transcatheter valve therapies.

My clinical philosophy is to integrate surgical and catheter-based interventions through a multidisciplinary Heart Team approach, providing individualized lifetime management for patients with cardiovascular disease. Alongside clinical practice, I am committed to surgical education, innovation, and international collaboration.

I have a particular interest in bridging conventional cardiac surgery and structural heart interventions to deliver comprehensive, patient-centered cardiovascular care.