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Dr. William Kessler, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery* Age 60
Dr. William Kessler, MD
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Dr. William Kessler, MD is a Cardiothoracic Surgeon in Austin, TX.
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Dr. William Kessler, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery* Age 60
Austin, TX
Accepting new patients
33 years of experience
Dr. William Kessler, MD is a Cardiothoracic Surgeon in Austin, TX.

About

Dr. William Kessler, MD is a Cardiothoracic Surgeon in Austin, TX and has 33 years experience. They graduated from Baylor College of Medicine in 1991 and completed a residency at University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center.They currently practice at Institute for Cardiovascular Health - Seton Main Ascension Seton Medical Center and are affiliated with St. David's Medical Center, Heart Hospital of Austin, St. David's South Austin Medical Center, St. David's North Austin Medical Center, Ascension Seton Williamson Hospital, Ascension Seton Hays, Ascension Seton Medical Center Austin, Dell Seton Medical Center at the University of Texas, St. David's Round Rock Medical Center, Ascension Seton Southwest and The Hospital at Westlake Medical Center. At present, Dr. Kessler received an average rating of 4.7/5 from patients and has been reviewed 23 times. Their office accepts new patients. Dr. Kessler also speaks Spanish. Dr. Kessler is board certified in Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Aortic Dissection
Ventricular Tachycardia (VT)
Valve Repair or Replacement (Aortic, Mitral, Tricuspid, and Pulmonary)
Aortic Dissection
Ventricular Tachycardia (VT)
Valve Repair or Replacement (Aortic, Mitral, Tricuspid, and Pulmonary)
Aortic Dissection
Ventricular Tachycardia (VT)
Valve Repair or Replacement (Aortic, Mitral, Tricuspid, and Pulmonary)
Aortic Aneurysm
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Heart Attack (Acute Myocardial Infarction)
Hypertensive Heart with Failure
Mitral Valve Disease
Paroxysmal Atrial Fibrillation
Systolic Heart Failure
Aortic Valve Surgery
Cardiac Catheterization (incl. Coronary Angiography)
Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) Surgery
Coronary Artery Bypass with Robotic Assist
Heart Defect Repair
Maze Procedure
Acute Coronary Syndrome
Adrenal Gland Cancer
Anal or Rectal Pain
Aneurysm
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Aneurysm and Dissection of Heart
Aneurysm of Heart
Aortic Ectasia
Aortic Stenosis
Aortic Valve Disease
Aortic Valve Regurgitation
Arrhythmias
Atrial Septal Defect
Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Lung Neoplasms
Benign Tumor
Biventricular Heart Failure
Cardiac Tamponade
Cardiomyopathy
Carotid Artery Disease
Cerebral Artery Thrombosis
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Coarctation of the Aorta
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Congenital Heart Defects
Congestive Heart Failure
Constipation
Coronary Artery Dissection
Coronary Vessel Malformation
Endocarditis
Esophageal Cancer
Esophageal Diseases
Excessive Sweating
Gallstones
Heart Disease
Hemorrhoids
Hyperparathyroidism
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Malignant Heart Tumors
Malignant Mediastinal Tumor
Mediastinal Tumors
Mitral and Aortic Valve Disorder
Mitral Valve Regurgitation
Mitral Valve Stenosis
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Patent Foramen Ovale (PFO)
Pericardial Disease
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
Peripheral Arterial Embolism and Thrombosis
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Pleural Effusion
Pneumonitis
Pulmonary Disease
Pulmonary Valve Disease
Rheumatic Aortic Valve Disorders
Rheumatic Tricuspid Disease
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Secondary Hypertension
Septal Defect
Septic Embolism
Subacute Endocarditis
Tetralogy of Fallot
Traumatic Brain Injury
Typical Atrial Flutter
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Ventricular Fibrillation
Ventricular Septal Defect
Ablation for Cardiac Arrhythmias
Aneurysm Repair
Aortic Arch Repair
Aortic Repair
Aortic Valve Bicuspidization
Arterial Catheterization with Robotic Assist
Atrial Tissue Ablation
Cardiac Catheterization with Robotic Assist
Cardioverter-Defibrillator or Pacemaker Insertion, Removal or Repair
Carotid Artery Stent Placement
Chest CT (incl. Heart and Lungs)
Decortication and Pleurectomy
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Embolectomy, Thrombectomy, or Vessel Exploration
Endovascular Repair of Aorta
Endovascular Repair of Thoracic Aorta
Esophageal Surgery
Esophagectomy (Esophagogastrostomy, Esophagojejunostomy)
Heart Surgery
Heart Transplant
Heart Valvuloplasty of Mitral Valve Without Replacement
Impella Device
Left Ventricular Assist Device (LVAD)
Lung Surgery
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Mitral Valve Bicuspidization
Mitral Valve Prosthetic Implantation
Mitral Valve Repair
Mitral Valve Replacement
Mitral Valve Surgery
Open Lobectomy
Open Lung Resection or Removal
Open Thymectomy
Peripheral Artery Catheterization
Thoracentesis
Thoracoscopic Lobectomy
Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection
Tracheal Surgery
Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR)
Tricuspid Valve Surgery
Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) or Thoracotomy
Wound Repair

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Locations

  1. 1 Ascension Seton Medical Center Austin
    1201 W 38th St, Austin, TX 78705
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (512) 324-1864
  2. 2 Office
    1301 W 38th St Ste 307, Austin, TX 78705
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (512) 324-3028
  3. 3 Veinsolutions
    1010 W 40TH ST, Austin, TX 78756
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (512) 459-8753
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00
  4. 4 Office
    1004 W 32nd St Ste 300, Austin, TX 78705
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Jul 06, 2024
I was a little nervous about my upcoming bypass surgery until Dr. Kessler explained to me in detail what was going to occur. Immediately I was at ease and actually looking forward to the surgery. It’s been six weeks now and I am doing extremely well. The incisions on my chest and leg are barely noticeable. Going to rehab now and the staff is awesome. I highly recommend, as do many hospital staff members, Dr. Kessler.
Sonny Hinojosa — Jul 06, 2024
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Languages Spoken
Spanish
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Cardiothoracic Surgery
General Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Baylor College of Medicine
    1991
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
Board Certifications
What’s a board certification and why is it important that my provider has one?

A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.

Internship

Internship
  • Parkland Memorial Hospital
    1991
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
    1998
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • University of California-Los Angeles
    1999
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. William Kessler, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Kessler's profile.

Dr. William Kessler, MD is affiliated with St. David's Medical Center, Heart Hospital of Austin, St. David's South Austin Medical Center, St. David's North Austin Medical Center, Ascension Seton Williamson Hospital, Ascension Seton Hays, Ascension Seton Medical Center Austin, Dell Seton Medical Center at the University of Texas, St. David's Round Rock Medical Center, Ascension Seton Southwest and The Hospital at Westlake Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. William Kessler, MD holds board certification in Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • St. David's Medical Center

    919 E 32nd St, Austin, TX

  • Heart Hospital of Austin

    3801 N Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX

  • St. David's South Austin Medical Center

    901 W Ben White Blvd, Austin, TX

  • St. David's North Austin Medical Center

    12221 N Mopac Expy, Austin, TX

  • Ascension Seton Williamson Hospital

    201 Seton Pkwy, Round Rock, TX

  • Ascension Seton Hays

    6001 Kyle Pkwy, Kyle, TX

  • Ascension Seton Medical Center Austin

    1201 W 38th St, Austin, TX

  • Dell Seton Medical Center at the University of Texas

    1500 Red River St, Austin, TX

  • St. David's Round Rock Medical Center

    2400 Round Rock Ave, Round Rock, TX

  • Ascension Seton Southwest

    7900 FM 1826, Austin, TX

  • The Hospital at Westlake Medical Center

    5656 Bee Caves Rd, West Lake Hills, TX