Jack C. Sun, MD
Director of Cardiovascular Surgery, Jeffrey M. Carlton Heart & Vascular Institute
Dr. Sun is renowned for his expertise in minimally invasive and complex cardiovascular surgeries, ensuring that patients receive the highest level of care.
As Orange County's leading destination for award-winning cardiovascular care, Dr. Sun works closely with a world-class team of interventional cardiologists, vascular specialists, and advanced practitioners to deliver seamless, patient-centered treatment. With expertise in complex cardiovascular procedures such as mitral valve repair, aortic surgery, and atrial fibrillation treatment, he focuses on expanding advanced heart failure services and research.
He earned his BS in Biology and Doctor of Medicine at the University of Toronto, completed his MSc and residency at McMaster University, and his Transcatheter Cardiovascular Surgery Fellowship at Harvard Medical School.
Structural Heart Surgery
A specialized field of cardiac surgery that focuses on repairing or replacing defects in the heart's valves, walls, or chambers, often using minimally invasive or catheter-based techniques.
Robotic Assisted Valve and Coronary Bypass Surgery
This cutting-edge, minimally invasive approach uses advanced robotic technology to improve patient outcomes by enhancing accuracy and reducing recovery time.
Transcatheter Valve Replacement Surgery
This minimally invasive procedure replaces a damaged heart valve through a catheter, offering improved heart function and quicker recovery than most invasive surgical techniques.
Awards & Accolades
Board Certification in Cardiac Surgery
Member, Society of Thoracic Surgeons Workforce Committee for Evidence-Based Surgery
Member, University of California, Cardiac Surgery Consortium
Program Leadership
Aortic Program
Jeffrey M. Carlton Heart & Vascular Institute
Hoag’s Aortic Program offers advanced, comprehensive care for aortic conditions, utilizing cutting-edge treatments and expert surgical approaches to ensure optimal outcomes.
More about this programHeart Failure Program
Jeffrey M. Carlton Heart & Vascular Institute
Hoag’s Heart Failure Program provides personalized, leading-edge treatments for heart failure, combining advanced therapies, expert care, and a compassionate approach to improve patients' quality of life.
More about this programCoronary Artery Disease Program
Jeffrey M. Carlton Heart & Vascular Institute
The Coronary Artery Disease Program focuses on diagnosing, treating, and managing coronary artery disease, offering personalized care to improve heart health.
More about this programHeart Valve Center
Jeffrey M. Carlton Heart & Vascular Institute
The Heart Valve Center specializes in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of heart valve conditions, offering advanced care to improve heart function and enhance patients' overall well-being.
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