Aaron M. Abarbanell

Aaron M. Abarbanell, MD, MSCR is an Associate Professor and Division Chief of the Congenital Heart Program at the UT Health Pediatric Heart Center, part of the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio. He specializes in congenital cardiothoracic surgery, serving neonatal, pediatric, and adult patients with congenital heart conditions. His career combines surgical expertise with prior leadership roles as a Naval Officer (Surface Warfare) and medical device sales experience at Ethicon Endo-Surgery.

Dr. Abarbanell's training includes prestigious institutions: University of Michigan, Indiana University, Emory University, and the Children’s Hospital of Los Angeles (University of Southern California). He previously worked at Washington University in St. Louis before joining UT Health. His clinical focus emphasizes family-centered care, and he actively contributes to advancing surgical techniques and outcomes in congenital heart disease.

While specific research grants or awards are not detailed here, his work intersects clinical practice with innovations in surgical methodologies. His affiliation with the UT Health Pediatric Heart Center positions him at the forefront of multidisciplinary care for complex congenital heart conditions.