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Erick Montero, M.D.

Kootenai Clinic Provider
Erick Montero, M.D.

Care Philosophy

Dr. Montero is certified by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery and has more than 17 years of experience performing cardiac and thoracic procedures. He is a member of the Cardiothoracic Surgery Network and the Society of Thoracic Surgeons. In his spare time, Dr. Montero enjoys cooking, eating, and spending time with family and friends.

His favorite healthy tip for patients is: 
"Stay active. Find ways to smile and laugh. Eat and drink with moderation."

Coeur d'Alene
Kootenai Clinic Cardiothoracic Surgery
2003 Kootenai Health Way, Ste 300, Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814
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Education & Training

School
USC School of Medicine
Internship
UCSF-East Bay Department of Surgery
Residency
UCSF-East Bay Department of Surgery
Fellowship
USC Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery
Certification
American Board of Thoracic Surgery

Areas of Expertise

Transcatheter Valve Therapy (TAVR)
Structural Heart Program

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What Our Patients Are Saying

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