Dr. Marnix A Verhofste M.D.
Cardiothoracic Surgeon
411 Laurel St Suite A250 Des Moines IA, 50314Rating
4/5
About
Dr. Marnix Verhofste is a cardiothoracic surgeon practicing in Des Moines, IA. Dr. Verhofste specializes in surgical procedues of vital organs in the chest such as the heart, lungs, esophagus and more. As a cardiothoracic surgeon, Dr. Verhofste typically treats conditions like heart disease and lung disease. This class of surgeon can also include cardiac surgeons, cardiovascular surgeons, congenital heart surgeons and general thoracic surgeons.
Education and Training
Rijksuniversiteit Gent 1986
UNIVERSITY OF GRONINGEN 1986
Abia State University Faculty of Medicine 1986
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS- Surgical Critical Care
Thoracic SurgeryAmerican Board of Thoracic SurgeryABTS
Provider Details
Treatments
- Heart Disease
- Lung Cancer
- Aneurysm
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Coronary Artery Disease (cad)
- Vascular Disease
Dr. Marnix A Verhofste M.D.'s Practice location
Practice At 411 Laurel St Suite A250
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