Physician Surgery-Thoracic - Competitive Salary

Job Description Nationally Recognized Cardiovascular Program Kingsport, Tennessee | Ballad Health CVA Heart Institute Ballad Health CVA Heart Institute is seeking an experienced Cardiothoracic Surgeon to join Ballad Health’s premier cardiovascular practice consisting of 50 physicians and more than 70 advanced practice providers, Cardiovascular Associates, located in Kingsport, Tennessee. This is an exceptional opportunity to join a nationally recognized, high-volume cardiovascular program providing advanced cardiac and thoracic surgical care at Holston Valley Medical Center—one of the most awarded heart hospitals in the region. You will collaborate with an experienced team of surgeons and cardiologists in a highly integrated, multidisciplinary environment dedicated to delivering innovative, patient-centered cardiovascular care across Northeast Tennessee and Southwest Virginia. Facility & Program Excellence For more than 90 years, Holston Valley Medical Center has served as a cornerstone of advanced healthcare for the Kingsport region. Facility Overview Level III Trauma Center 450 board-certified or board-eligible physicians Comprehensive tertiary cardiovascular services Advanced hybrid OR and structural heart capabilities National & Regional Recognition Holston Valley continues to be recognized among the nation’s top hospitals: 1 in the Nation – Interventional Carotid Care Top 100 Nationally – Neurological Care Top 10% Nationally – Orthopedics & Women’s Health Top 10% Nationally – Cardiac Care & Heart Attack Treatment First hospital in Tennessee to perform TAVR for high-risk patients Platinum Performance Achievement Award – Chest Pain/MI Registry (American College of Cardiology) U.S. News & World Report (2025–2026) “Best Regional Hospital” Top 10 ranked hospital in Tennessee “High Performing” in: Aortic Valve Surgery Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR) Multiple cardiovascular care domains Cardiovascular Research Leadership Our cardiovascular team has a longstanding reputation for research and innovation: Early national adopter of the Absorb bioresorbable stent Active participation in structural heart and device trials Opportunities for investigator participation and publication Academic collaboration and cardiovascular training initiatives Practice Environment Highly collaborative Heart Team model Integrated cardiology and surgical alignment Advanced imaging and structural planning capabilities Dedicated CV anesthesia, ICU, and perfusion teams Strong referral base across a multi-state region Location – Kingsport, Tennessee Kingsport offers an outstanding quality of life with: Scenic Appalachian Mountains Excellent schools and family-friendly communities Outdoor recreation: hiking, biking, lakes, golf No State income tax Regional airport access Contact Information To learn more about this opportunity or to submit your CV, please contact us today to begin a confidential conversation.aa415a4b-8b21-40fc-a65c-70d2b25ca29a