Dr. David Sowden, MD
Cardiac Surgery ·
Male ·
Age 69
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Dr. David Sowden, MD is a cardiac surgery specialist in Fort Wayne, IN and has been practicing for 36 years. He graduated from Medical University Of South Carolina in 1975 and specializes in cardiac surgery, cardiovascular surgery, and more.
Parkview Physicians Group Cardiovascular Surgery
11108 Parkview Circle Dr Ste 5100
Fort Wayne, IN 46845
(260) 266-2800
Insurance Accepted
- Aetna
- Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Cigna
- Medicaid
- Medical Mutual of Ohio
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Aneurysm
very high
more than 94% of peers
Aortic Aneurysm
very high
more than 93% of peers
Chest CT (incl. Heart and Lungs)
high
more than 83% of peers
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Care Philosophy
This content was provided by Dr. Sowden "Dr. Sowden received his MD degree from the University of South Carolina School of Medicine in 1976 and completed his training in thoracic and cardiovascular surgery at Ohio State University in 1983. Dr. Sowden took additional training in cardiac surgery at Guy s Hospital in London, England. Dr. Sowden is certified by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery and has achieved Fellowship status in the American College of Surgeons. He is also an active member of the Society of Thoracic Surgeons."
3 Specialties
- Cardiac Surgery
- Cardiothoracic Surgery
- Cardiovascular Surgery
1 Board Certifications
- Thoracic Cardiovascular SurgeryAccredited by: American Board of Thoracic Surgery*
54 Conditions Treated
- Aneurysm
- Aneurysm and Dissection of Heart
- Angina and Acute Coronary Syndrome
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Aortic Dissection
- Aortic Ectasia
- Aortic Embolism and Thrombosis
- Aortic Stenosis
- Aortic Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Regurgitation
- Arrhythmias
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Atrial Flutter
- Benign Tumor
- Cancer
- Cardiomegaly
- Cardiomyopathy
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Congenital Aortic Valve Disorders
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Congenital Heart Disease
- Congestive Heart Failure
- Coronary Artery Aneurysm
- Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
- Empyema
- Endocarditis
- Esophageal Cancer
- Esophageal Diseases
- Heart Attack (Acute Myocardial Infarction)
- Heart Disease
- Heart Tumors, Benign
- Heart Tumors, Malignant
- Lung Cancer
- Lung Neoplasms, Not Specified as Malignant
- Mediastinal Tumors, Malignant
- Mitral Valve Disease
- Mitral Valve Regurgitation
- Mitral Valve Stenosis
- Neuroendocrine Tumors
- Pericardial Disease
- Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
- Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
- Peripheral Arterial Dissection
- Pleura Cancer
- Pleural Cancer
- Pulmonary Disease
- Pulmonary Embolism
- Pulmonary Valve Disease
- Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
- Secondary Hypertension
- Septal Defect
- Thoracoabdominal Aortic Aneurysm
- Thrombosis
- Vascular Disease
Less
53 Procedures
- Ablation for Treatment of Cardiac Arrhythmias
- Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
- Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
- Aortic Repair, Open or Repair of Arterial Aneurysm, Open
- Aortic Valve Surgery
- Automatic Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator (ICD) Implantation
- Cardiac Catheterization (incl. Coronary Angiography)
- Cardiac Electrophysiology
- Cardiac MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) of Heart or Chest
- Cardiac Myocardial Perfusion Imaging
- Cardioverter-Defibrillator or Pacemaker Insertion, Removal or Repair
- Carotid Artery Stent Placement
- Carotid Endarterectomy (CEA) or Excision of Infected Graft
- Chest CT (incl. Heart and Lungs)
- Coronary Angioplasty, Atherectomy and Stent
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) Surgery
- Decortication and Pleurectomy
- Endovascular Repair of Aorta
- Endovascular Repair of Thoracic Aorta
- Esophageal Surgery
- Head and Neck Surgery
- Heart Defect Repair
- Heart Surgery
- Hernia Repair
- Impella Device
- Incision and Removal of Foreign Object
- Insertion of Epicardial Lead for Pacemaker or Cardioverter and-or Defibrillator
- Lobectomy of Lung With Robotic Assistance
- Lobectomy, Open
- Lung Removal (Partial or Complete): Open, or Resection of Lung Tumor: Open
- Lung Removal, Open
- Lung Surgery
- Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
- Maze Procedure
- Mitral Valve Surgery
- Non-Coronary Angioplasty, Atherectomy, and Stenting
- Open Thymectomy
- Pacemaker Insertion or Replacement
- Peripheral Artery Catheterization
- Port Placements or Replacements
- Removal or Revision of Pacemaker or Cardioverter and-or Defibrillator
- Resection of Cardiac Tumor
- Segmentectomy, Open
- Thoracentesis
- Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection
- Thromboendarterectomy or Excision of Infected Graft
- Tilt Testing or Cardiac Event Monitors
- Tracheal Surgery
- Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR)
- Tricuspid Valve Surgery
- Valve Repair or Replacement (Aortic, Mitral, Tricuspid, and Pulmonary)
- Vascular Surgical Procedure
- Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) or Thoracotomy
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Education
- Medical University Of South CarolinaMedical School | Graduated 1975
- Greenville Hospital SystemInternship Hospital | Completed 1976
- Ohio State UniversityResidency Hospital | Completed 1980
- Guys HospitalFellowship Hospital | Completed 1982
Awards & Recognition
Awards & Honors
- Healthgrades Honor Roll
Media & Publications
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Languages Spoken
- English
Memberships & Professional Affiliations
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What People Say About Dr. David Sowden, MD
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Dr.Sowden did everything humanly possible to extend our Mother's life.
Other Cardiac Surgeons gave her a zero chance of surviving.
My Father insisted someone try, and Dr.Sowden did.
She survived.
As a result, we had some extra time with her we otherwise would not have had.
This gave us a chance to...Read More
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Real Grateful – Aug 15, 2018
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I was in a car accident with thoracic trauma and aortic damage. I seriously shouldn’t be alive. This man is a genius.
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3Guyla Mullins – Apr 08, 2018
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Dr. Sowden has done coronary bypass surgery and carotid artery surgery for me. Very thorough explanation both before surgery and post-op. I have complete confidence in Dr. Sowden's abilities, diagnosis, and expertise.
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3Larry Thompson in Fort Wayne IN – Jan 04, 2017