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Dr. Shaf Holden, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery*
3.9 (7)
Map Pin Small Huntsville, AL
Accepting new patients
23 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Shaf Holden, MD

Dr. Shaf Holden, MD is a Cardiothoracic Surgery Specialist in Huntsville, AL. They specialize in Cardiothoracic Surgery, has 23 years of experience, and is board certified in Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery. They graduated from University of Alabama at Birmingham Heersink School of Medicine and is affiliated with Crestwood Medical Center and Huntsville Hospital. Dr. Holden, completed a residency at University of Alabama at Birmingham. Patients rated Dr. Holden an average 3.9 star rating.

Dr. Holden works at HH Heart Center Cardiothoracic Surgeons in Huntsville, AL. They frequently treat conditions like Pleural Effusion and Partial Lung Collapse along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Holden's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Huntsville Cardiothoracic Surgeons PC
    201 Sivley Rd SW Ste 300, Huntsville, AL 35801 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (256) 536-5594
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed
  2. 2
    Huntsville Cardiothoracic Surgeons PC
    201 Sivley Rd SW Ste 300, Huntsville, AL 35801 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (256) 265-0255
  3. 3
    Heart Center
    930 Franklin St SE, Huntsville, AL 35801 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (256) 265-0255

Hospital Affiliations
Admitting Hospitals

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  • Crestwood Medical Center
  • Huntsville Hospital

Experience & Treatment Frequency

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Pleural Effusion
Partial Lung Collapse
Maze Procedure
Pleural Effusion
Partial Lung Collapse

Treatment frequency



Many providers have expertise treating multiple conditions or procedures. FindCare uses a variety of data sources to determine which conditions or procedures a provider treats and their level of experience.
Maze Procedure
Pleural Effusion
Partial Lung Collapse
Acute Coronary Syndrome
Aortic Aneurysm
Aortic Ectasia
Aortic Valve Disease
Aortic Valve Regurgitation
Atrial Fibrillation
Atrial Septal Defect
Congenital Aortic Valve Disorders
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Heart Attack (Acute Myocardial Infarction)
Hypertensive Heart with Failure
Mitral and Aortic Valve Disorder
Mitral Valve Disease
Mitral Valve Regurgitation
Paroxysmal Atrial Fibrillation
Septal Defect
Systolic Heart Failure
Aortic Valve Surgery
Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) Surgery
Coronary Artery Bypass with Robotic Assist
Mitral Valve Surgery
Thoracentesis
Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR)
Valve Repair or Replacement (Aortic, Mitral, Tricuspid, and Pulmonary)
Aneurysm
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Aortic Diseases
Aortic Dissection
Aortic Embolism and Thrombosis
Aortic Stenosis
Arrhythmias
Atrial Flutter
Atrial Myxoma
Atrial Myxoma, Familial
Benign Heart Tumors
Benign Lung Neoplasms
Benign Mediastinal Tumor
Benign Tumor
Cancer
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Cardiac Tamponade
Cardiomegaly
Cardiomyopathy
Chest Mass
Chest Trauma
Chest Wall Mass
Chest Wall Tumor
Chylothorax
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Congestive Heart Failure
Coronary Artery Aneurysm
Coronary Artery Dissection
Empyema
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Endocarditis
Esophageal Cancer
Esophageal Diseases
Heart Disease
Interstitial Lung Disease
Lung Abscess
Lung Cancer
Lung Mass
Lung Nodule
Lung Tumor
Malignant Mediastinal Tumor
Mediastinal Tumors
Mitral Valve Stenosis
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Noninfective Endocarditis
Nonrheumatic Mitral Stenosis
Nonrheumatic Tricuspid Disease
Patent Ductus Arteriosus
Patent Foramen Ovale (PFO)
Pericardial Disease
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
Pleura Cancer
Pleural Cancer
Pneumonitis
Pulmonary Disease
Pulmonary Embolism
Pulmonary Insufficiency
Pulmonary Valve Disease
Rheumatic Aortic Valve Disorders
Rheumatic Mitral Stenosis
Rheumatic Tricuspid Disease
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Spontaneous Pneumothorax
Thymomas
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Tricuspid Valve Disease
Tricuspid Valve Stenosis
Ventricular Fibrillation
Ventricular Tachycardia (VT)
Ablation for Cardiac Arrhythmias
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Acid Reflux Surgery
Aneurysm Repair
Aortic Arch Repair
Aortic Repair
Arterial Catheterization with Robotic Assist
Atrial Tissue Ablation
Automatic Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator (ICD) Implantation
Bronchoscopy
Bronchoscopy with Robotic Assist
Cardiac Catheterization with Robotic Assist
Cardioverter-Defibrillator or Pacemaker Insertion, Removal or Repair
Chest Tube Insertion
da Vinci® Lobectomy
da Vinci® Robotic Surgery
Decortication and Pleurectomy
Esophageal Surgery
Excision of Esophageal Lesion
Excision of Tracheal Tumor or Stenosis
Heart Defect Repair
Heart Surgery
Heart Valvuloplasty of Mitral Valve Without Replacement
Insertion of Left Ventricular Lead for Pacemaker or Cardioverter and Defibrillator
Lobectomy
Lobectomy of Lung with Robotic Assist
Lung Biopsy
Lung Resection
Lung Surgery
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Lymphadenectomy with Robotic Assist
Mediastinoscopy
Minimally Invasive Heart Surgery
Minimally Invasive Surgery
Minimally Invasive Thymectomy
Minimally Invasive Valve Surgery
Mitral Valve Bicuspidization
Mitral Valve Prosthetic Implantation
Mitral Valve Repair
Mitral Valve Replacement
Non-Coronary Angioplasty, Atherectomy, and Stenting
Open Lobectomy
Open Lung Removal
Open Lung Resection or Removal
Open Thymectomy
Pacemaker Insertion or Replacement
Paracentesis
Removal or Revision of Pacemaker or Cardioverter and-or Defibrillator
Resection of Cardiac Tumor
Thoracic Sympathectomy for Sweaty Palms
Thoracoscopic Excision of Lung With Robotic Assistance
Thoracoscopic Lobectomy
Thoracoscopic Lobectomy Robotic Assist
Thoracoscopic Thymectomy
Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection
Thymectomy
Tracheal Surgery
Transcatheter Mitral Valve Repair
Tricuspid Valve Surgery
Tumor Resection
Vascular Surgical Procedure
Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic (VATS) Lobectomy
Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) or Thoracotomy
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    3.9
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    About Dr. Shaf Holden, MD

    Specialties*
    • Cardiothoracic Surgery

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    Years of Experience
    • 23 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1518161397
    NPI Number
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • University For Texas Southwestern Medical Center
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • University of Alabama at Birmingham
    Residency
    Internship
    • University of Alabama at Birmingham
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • University of Alabama at Birmingham Heersink School of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
    Board Certifications
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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Dr. Shaf Holden, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Holden is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Holden has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Holden works at HH Heart Center Cardiothoracic Surgeons in Huntsville, AL. View the full address on Dr. Holden’s profile.

    Dr. Holden has seen patients for Pleural Effusion and Partial Lung Collapse, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Holden on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    7 patients have reviewed Dr. Holden. The overall rating for this provider is 3.9. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Holden.

    Whether a person prefers to schedule an appointment online or over the phone with Dr. Holden, there are benefits to both methods. A person calling to schedule an with Dr. Holden appointment can ask questions about the practice, provider availability, conditions treated, procedures performed, and if their insurance carrier is accepted. While online scheduling is quicker, easier, allows one to view a wide range of appointment times, and may provide the ability to sync with a personal calendar.

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