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Dr. William Kessler, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery
4.6 (21)
Map Pin Small Austin, TX
Accepting new patients
32 years of experience

Overview of Dr. William Kessler, MD

Dr. William Kessler, MD is a Cardiothoracic Surgery Specialist in Austin, TX. They specialize in Cardiothoracic Surgery, has 32 years of experience. They graduated from Baylor College Of Medicine.

Dr. Kessler works at Practice in Austin, TX. They are accepting new patients and accepts 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. Kessler's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Office
    1010 W 40TH ST, Austin, TX 78756 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (512) 459-8753
    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
  2. 2
    Institute for Cardiovascular Health - Seton Main Ascension Seton Medical Center
    1201 W 38th St, Austin, TX 78705 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (512) 324-3028

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    About Dr. William Kessler, MD

    Specialties
    • Cardiothoracic Surgery
    Specialties
    Years of Experience
    • 32 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English, Spanish
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    NPI Number
    • 1013925585
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • University of California-Los Angeles
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • University of Texas Southwestern Medical School
    Residency
    Medical Education
    • Baylor College Of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Undergraduate School
    • University of Texas at Austin
    Undergraduate School

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