Cardiothoracic Surgeon

Cardiothoracic Surgeon Opportunity 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. Position Highlights Join three established Cardiothoracic Surgeons and three dedicated Physician Assistants

High-volume adult cardiac and thoracic surgical practice

Fully integrated cardiovascular service line

Collaborative care model with all cardiology subspecialties

Tertiary care facility with comprehensive specialty support

Active clinical research and innovation programs

Well-established and progressive Structural Heart Program

Opportunities for academic involvement, teaching, and research

Qualifications American Board of Thoracic Surgery Board Certified or Board Eligible

Minimum 5 years of Cardiothoracic surgical experience preferred

Expertise in adult cardiac and thoracic surgery

Interest or experience in: Minimally invasive valve surgery

Structural heart procedures

Advanced heart team collaboration

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. Note to International Medical Graduates (IMGs): Please be advised that while the State of Tennessee has recently enacted legislation regarding the licensure of International Medical Graduates, this law applies exclusively to institutions with Tennessee-based ACGME-accredited residency programs. Because our residency programs are based in Virginia, we are unable to facilitate the pathways provided by this specific Tennessee legislation. IMGs seeking to utilize these new state-specific opportunities are encouraged to focus their search on Tennessee-based academic institutions. Mr. Scott Frazier Physician Recruiter Work:

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