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Dr. Clifford Kitten, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery* Age 71
Dr. Clifford Kitten, MD
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Dr. Clifford Kitten, MD is a Cardiothoracic Surgery Specialist in Shenandoah, TX.
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Dr. Clifford Kitten, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery* Age 71
Shenandoah, TX
Accepting new patients
49 years of experience
Dr. Clifford Kitten, MD is a Cardiothoracic Surgery Specialist in Shenandoah, TX.

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Dr. Clifford Kitten, MD is a Cardiothoracic Surgery Specialist in Shenandoah, TX and has 49 years experience. They graduated from Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine in 1975 and completed a residency at Baylor Affil Hosps|University Tex|UT University Health Services.They currently practice at KDS Cardiovascular Surgery and are affiliated with HCA Houston Healthcare North Cypress, Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital, St. Luke's Health - The Woodlands Hospital, HCA Houston Healthcare Tomball, St. Luke's Health - The Vintage Hospital, HCA Houston Healthcare Northwest, Memorial Hermann Northwest Hospital and Memorial Hermann Southwest Hospital. Dr. Kitten has experience treating conditions like Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax) and Partial Lung Collapse among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Kitten received an average rating of 3.5/5 from patients and has been reviewed 21 times. Their office accepts new patients. Dr. Kitten also speaks Spanish. Dr. Kitten is board certified in Thoracic Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Partial Lung Collapse
Aortic Aneurysm
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Partial Lung Collapse
Aortic Aneurysm
Acute Coronary Syndrome
Aortic Valve Disease
Atrial Fibrillation
Carotid Artery Disease
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Heart Attack (Acute Myocardial Infarction)
Hypertensive Heart with Failure
Paroxysmal Atrial Fibrillation
Pericardial Disease
Pleural Effusion
Systolic Heart Failure
Ventricular Tachycardia (VT)
Arterial Catheterization with Robotic Assist
Cardiac Catheterization with Robotic Assist
Carotid Endarterectomy (CEA) or Excision of Infected Graft
Chest CT (incl. Heart and Lungs)
Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) Surgery
Coronary Artery Bypass with Robotic Assist
Maze Procedure
Peripheral Artery Catheterization
Thoracentesis
Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA)
Acute Venous Embolism Thrombosis
Adhesive Pericarditis
Adult Congenital Heart Disease
Aneurysm
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Aneurysm and Dissection of Heart
Aneurysm of Heart
Aortic Diseases
Aortic Dissection
Aortic Ectasia
Aortic Embolism and Thrombosis
Aortic Stenosis
Aortic Valve Regurgitation
Arrhythmias
Atherosclerosis
Atherosclerosis of Aorta
Atrial Flutter
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Benign Heart Tumors
Benign Lung Neoplasms
Benign Mediastinal Tumor
Benign Tumor
Cancer
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Cardiac Tamponade
Chronic Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Coarctation of the Aorta
Congenital Aortic Valve Disorders
Congenital Heart Defects
Congenital Heart Disease
Congestive Heart Failure
Coronary Artery Dissection
Empyema
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Endocarditis
Esophageal Cancer
Esophageal Diseases
Heart Disease
Hypertensive Heart without Failure
Interstitial Lung Disease
Lung Abscess
Lung Cancer
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Median Arcuate Ligament Syndrome (MALS)
Mediastinal Tumors
Mitral and Aortic Valve Disorder
Mitral Valve Disease
Mitral Valve Regurgitation
Mitral Valve Stenosis
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Nonrheumatic Tricuspid Disease
Patent Foramen Ovale (PFO)
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
Peripheral Arterial Disease of Extremities
Peripheral Arterial Embolism and Thrombosis
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Pleura Cancer
Pleural Cancer
Pulmonary Disease
Pulmonary Embolism
Pulmonary Insufficiency
Pulmonary Valve Disease
Renal Artery Arteriosclerotic Disease
Rheumatic Aortic Valve Disorders
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Septal Defect
Spontaneous Pneumothorax
Thrombosis
Thymomas
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Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
Vascular Disease
Ventricular Fibrillation
Ablation for Cardiac Arrhythmias
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Aneurysm Repair
Aortic Angioplasty
Aortic Repair
Aortic Valve Surgery
Arteriovenous Fistula Repair
Arteriovenous Shunt Creation
Atherectomy
Automatic Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator (ICD) Implantation
Cardiac Electrophysiology
Carotid Ultrasound
Decortication and Pleurectomy
Dialysis Access Procedures
Dressing and-or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn
Endovascular Repair of Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
Endovascular Repair of Aorta
Endovascular Repair of Thoracic Aorta
Endovascular Repair of Visceral Aorta
Esophageal Surgery
Head and Neck Surgery
Heart Defect Repair
Heart Surgery
Impella Device
Insertion of Epicardial Lead for Pacemaker or Cardioverter and Defibrillator
Left Ventricular Assist Device (LVAD)
Lobectomy
Lobectomy of Lung with Robotic Assist
Lung Surgery
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Mitral Valve Surgery
Non-Coronary Angioplasty, Atherectomy, and Stenting
Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Open Lobectomy
Open Lung Resection or Removal
Open Thymectomy
Pacemaker Insertion or Replacement
Peripheral Artery Bypass
Port Placements or Replacements
Removal of Arteriovenous Shunt for Renal Dialysis
Removal or Revision of Pacemaker or Cardioverter and-or Defibrillator
Revision of Arteriovenous Shunt for Renal Dialysis
Thoracoscopic Segmentectomy
Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection
Thromboendarterectomy or Excision of Infected Graft
Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR)
Valve Repair or Replacement (Aortic, Mitral, Tricuspid, and Pulmonary)
Vascular Duplex Ultrasonography and Plethysmography
Vascular Surgical Procedure
Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) or Thoracotomy

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Locations

  1. 1 Kps Cardiovascular Surgery
    118 Shenandoah Dr Ste A, Shenandoah, TX 77381
  2. 2 Office
    13300 Hargrave Rd Ste 340, Houston, TX 77070

Patient Satisfaction

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3.5
Based on 21 Reviews
5 Stars (13)
4 Stars (0)
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1 Star (8)

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Jul 29, 2023
I had a quadruple bypass performed by Dr Kitten in April 2018. I had been diagnosed needing bypass after having excruciating pain radiating from my right shoulder. My wife drove me to North Cypress Medical Center where they admitted me. Dr Kitten was on vacation BUT the nurses who work with cardiac care patients raved about Dr Kittens expertise and unanimously agreed they’d wait for him to perform the bypass-and I waited 2 days for his return and procedure went flawlessly. The 1 star review seemingly blamed Dr Kitten for the loss of 2 family members!!! Sometimes patients aren’t able to withstand the procedure and/or other complications. Blaming the surgeon for their demise is both unfair and cruel to the doctor and potential future patients who read this totally wrong review. I was so fortunate to have had Dr Kittens expert ability. Five years later I’m still going strong!
Dan Ferguson — Jul 29, 2023
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Languages Spoken
Spanish
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Specialties*
Cardiothoracic Surgery
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine
    1975
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Thoracic Surgery
Board Certifications
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Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Baylor Affil Hosps|University Tex|UT University Health Services
    1980
Residency Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Clifford Kitten, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Kitten's profile.

Dr. Kitten frequently treats the following conditions: Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax) and Partial Lung Collapse. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Clifford Kitten, MD is affiliated with HCA Houston Healthcare North Cypress, Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital, St. Luke's Health - The Woodlands Hospital, HCA Houston Healthcare Tomball, St. Luke's Health - The Vintage Hospital, HCA Houston Healthcare Northwest, Memorial Hermann Northwest Hospital and Memorial Hermann Southwest Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Clifford Kitten, MD holds board certification in Thoracic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • HCA Houston Healthcare North Cypress

    21214 Northwest Fwy, Cypress, TX

  • Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital

    18220 State Highway 249, Houston, TX

  • St. Luke's Health - The Woodlands Hospital

    17200 St Lukes Way, The Woodlands, TX

  • HCA Houston Healthcare Tomball

    605 Holderrieth Blvd, Tomball, TX

  • St. Luke's Health - The Vintage Hospital

    20171 Chasewood Park Dr, Houston, TX

  • HCA Houston Healthcare Northwest

    710 Cypress Creek Pkwy, Houston, TX

  • Memorial Hermann Northwest Hospital

    1635 North Loop W, Houston, TX

  • Memorial Hermann Southwest Hospital

    7600 Beechnut St, Houston, TX