At Johns Hopkins, we have a long-standing tradition of excellence in cardiac surgery and a commitment to service that transcends borders. Our mission is to extend this legacy globally, focusing on low- and middle-income countries in Africa, Asia and South America. We aim to provide life-saving cardiac surgery, enhance existing clinical programs and establish new ones where needed. Through collaboration, education and mentorship, we strive for a sustainable impact, ensuring that quality cardiac care is accessible to all, regardless of geographical location.
Program Outline
Clinical Services
- Provision of specialized cardiac surgeries for both congenital and adult cases
- On-site mentorship by our faculty for local surgeons and trainees
Educational Outreach
- Curriculum development for existing training programs
- Remote and digital access to Johns Hopkins’ educational resources, including grand rounds, case conferences and didactic lectures
Capacity Building
- Assistance in achieving operational efficiency and quality control in existing programs
- Establishment of new programs in collaboration with local institutions
Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Integration of cardiology and intensive care expertise to provide a comprehensive cardiac care model
Sustainability
- Partnership with institutions sharing our goal to ensure the long-term viability of these programs
Team Members
Collaborators
World Heart Federation (WHF) collaboration
Recent Highlights
Pakistan Program
Fayyaz Hashmi has been involved with cardiac surgery programs in the public and private sector in Pakistan for the past 33 years, helping to start three new programs, participating in national annual meetings of cardiovascular society/association groups, mentoring local surgeons in adult cardiac surgery — especially off-pump coronary bypass and minimally invasive valve surgery — and conducting live case workshops in various aspects of adult cardiac surgery.
Kenya Initiative
Reed Quinn has been carrying out annual mission trips to Kenya for the past 15-plus years and, before that, for several years to China. He has been traveling with a team of nurses, cardiologists and perfusionists.
Contact Information
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Johns Hopkins Cardiac Surgery
1800 Orleans St., Zayed 7
Baltimore, MD 21287
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Practice Manager, JH Suburban Cardiothoracic Surgery
8600 Old Georgetown Road
Bethesda, MD, USA 20814