
Jack Sun MD MS
Adult Cardiac Surgery, Aortic Surgery, Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery, Cardiovascular Surgery
Director of Cardiovascular Surgery, Jeffrey M. Carlton Heart & Vascular Institute, Hoag Hospital
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1 Hoag DrNewport Beach, CA 92663
Phone+1 949-764-5871
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Summary
- Dr. Jack Sun is a thoracic surgeon based in Newport Beach, CA, with subspecialties in adult cardiac surgery, aortic surgery, minimally invasive cardiac surgery, and cardiovascular surgery. Dr. Sun obtained an MD from the University of Toronto Faculty of Medicine and completed a cardiac surgery residency at the Michael G. DeGroote School of Medicine. Further education includes a Master’s in Health Research Methodology from McMaster University and a Bachelor's in Human Biology from the University of Toronto. Dr. Sun serves as an attending surgeon at multiple institutions, including Los Angeles General Medical Center, Keck Hospital of USC, and Torrance Memorial, with earlier experience at UW Medicine/University of Washington Medical Center. Dr. Sun is experienced in treating coronary artery disease, aortic stenosis, and mitral valve conditions, among others. Publications include topics like atrial appendage closure and cardiac surgery outcomes. Dr. Sun also participated in clinical trials related to coronary artery bypass grafting. Notable recognitions include awards from the Canadian Cardiovascular Society and the Canadian Society of Cardiac Surgeons.
Education & Training
Brigham and Women's HospitalCardiac and Endovascular Surgery, 2010 - 2011
Michael G. DeGroote School of MedicineClass of 2010, Cardiac Surgery Residency
McMaster UniversityMS, Health Research Methodology, 2006 - 2007
University of Toronto Faculty of MedicineClass of 2004, MD
University of TorontoBS, Human Biology, High Distinction, 1997 - 2000
Certifications & Licensure
CA State Medical License 2014 - 2028
WA State Medical License 2011 - 2028- Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of CanadaCardiac Surgery
Awards, Honors, & Recognition
- Young Investigator Award Canadian Cardiovascular Society (CCS), 2010
- Raymond Cartier Cardiac Surgery Resident Research Award Canadian Society of Cardiac Surgeons, 2009
Clinical Trials
Publications & Presentations
PubMed
- Temporal trends in the utilization, costs, and outcomes of concomitant left atrial appendage closure across a statewide collaborative.Yas Sanaiha, Bob Kiaii, Jack C Sun, Michael Madani, Tom C Nguyen
JTCVS Open. 2025-02-01 - Transcarotid TAVR for Severe Bicuspid Aortic Stenosis With Virtually Atretic Coarctation of the Thoracic Aorta.Robert M Tungate, Majed Chane, Jack Sun, Anil K Tiwari, Deniz Urgun
Journal of the Society for Cardiovascular Angiography & Interventions. 2024-06-01 - 6 citationsMorbidity and Mortality Associated With Blood Transfusions in Elective Adult Cardiac Surgery.Yas Sanaiha, Joseph Hadaya, Arjun Verma, Richard J Shemin, Michael Madani
Journal of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Anesthesia. 2023-09-01
Journal Articles
- Antithrombotic and thrombolytic therapy for valvular disease: Antithrombotic Therapy and Prevention of Thrombosis, 9th ed: American College of Chest Physicians Evidenc...Whitlock, R.P., Sun, J.C., Fremes, SE., Rubens, F.D., Teoh, K.H., Chest, 2/2012
Press Mentions
Hoag Names Dr. Jack Sun as Director of Cardiovascular SurgeryMay 6th, 2025
Committees
- Chair, Torrance Memorial Medical Center Cardiothoracic PI Comittee 2014 - Present
Professional Memberships
- Member
- Western Thoracic Surgical AssociationMember
- Royal College of Physicians & Surgeons of CanadaFellow
Other Languages
- Chinese (Mandarin)
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