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Robert Burnett, M.D.

Cardiovascular Surgery Medical Director
Kootenai Clinic
Robert Burnett, M.D.

Care Philosophy

Dr. Burnett is certified by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery and has more than 20 years of experience performing cardiac and thoracic procedures. Since 2003 he has been performing them at Kootenai Health. He started the cardiothoracic surgical program in 2003. He is a member of the Society of Thoracic Surgeons, the American College of Surgeons, and the Western Thoracic Surgical Association.

In his spare time, Dr. Burnett enjoys spending time outside. He also enjoys music, refereeing and playing hockey.

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
University of Cincinnati
Internship
University of Cincinnati College of Medicine
Residency
University of Cincinnati College of Medicine
Fellowship
University of Washington School of Medicine
Certification
American Board of Thoracic Surgery, American Board of Surgery to Certifications

Areas of Expertise

Robotic Surgery
Transcatheter Valve Therapy (TAVR)

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