Prof. Peter Zilla
Cardiothoracic Surgery
Cape Town, South Africa
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Prof. Peter Zilla is a cardiothoracic surgeon based in Cape Town, South Africa. He has headed the University of Cape Town's Chris Barnard Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery at Groote Schuur Hospital and is publicly known for his research on heart valve technologies and cardiovascular implants.
His publicly reported areas of practice centre on adult cardiac surgery, including heart valve and coronary surgery. Patients considering care should confirm current consulting arrangements, sub-specialty focus and availability directly with the hospital.
Qualifications
- • MD
- • PhD
Experience
- Years of Experience
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- Procedures Performed
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- Registration
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Hospital Affiliations
- • Groote Schuur Hospital, Cape Town
- • University of Cape Town (Chris Barnard Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery)
Conditions Treated
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- 3. What is your complication rate for this procedure, and how do you manage complications?
- 4. Will you personally perform the entire procedure, or will residents/fellows be involved?
- 5. What does follow-up care look like — how will we communicate after I return home?
- 6. Can you provide references from international patients you have treated?
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