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Dr. Javier Lafuente, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery*MaleAge 67

Cardiothoracic Surgery*

Dr. Javier Lafuente, MD is a cardiothoracic surgery specialist in Houston, TX and has over 42 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Universidad De Costa Rica, Facultad De Medicina in 1981. He is affiliated with medical facilities Houston Methodist Hospital and Houston Methodist West Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

Dr. Javier Lafuente, MD

Houston Methodist DeBakey Cardiology Associates

18400 Katy Fwy Ste 690 Houston, TX 77094
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
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Apr 03, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
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Chelsea O. in Houston, TX – Jul 24, 2016
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Biography

Dr. Javier Lafuente is the medical director of the cardiac surgery program at Houston Methodist West Hospital. His 30-year medical career brings to the...Read more

Specialties*

  • Cardiothoracic Surgery
  • Cardiovascular Surgery

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Board Certifications

American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
General Surgery
American Board of Thoracic Surgery®
Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery

Baylor College Med Affil Hospital|University Costa Rica Affil Hosps

Residency Hospital, 1994

Meth Hospital Baylor College Med

Fellowship Hospital, 1987

Universidad De Costa Rica, Facultad De Medicina

Medical School, 1981

University Costa Rica

Internship Hospital, 1980

  • English
  • Spanish

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    Please call the office to learn more. (218) 693-5454

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    New patients may call (281) 417-4665 to make an appointment.

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    What is Dr. Javier Lafuente, MD's office address?

    Dr. Lafuente's office is located at 18400 Katy Fwy Ste 690, Houston, TX 77094. You can find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.

    What languages does Dr. Javier Lafuente, MD speak?

    Dr. Javier Lafuente, MD is fluent in 2 languages: English and Spanish.

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    Locations

    Houston Methodist DeBakey Cardiology Associates

    Methodist Cardiovascular Surgical Association18400 Katy Fwy Ste 690 Houston, TX 77094
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    Maria Millian Sobarzo MD PA

    Office21402 Provincial Blvd Katy, TX 77450
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