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William Wallen, MD, Thoracic Surgery, Cincinnati, OH

William Wallen MD PhD, FRCSC

Thoracic Surgery•Cincinnati, OH

Pediatric Cardiothoracic Surgeon

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  • 3333 Burnet AveCincinnati, OH 45229

  • Phone+1 513-803-0585

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Summary

  • Dr. William Wallen is based in Cincinnati, OH, and specializes in pediatric and congenital cardiothoracic surgery as well as adult congenital cardiac surgery. He completed his medical education at the University of Toronto, where he earned his MD and PhD in Cardiovascular Physiology, as well as an MSc. Dr. Wallen has contributed to several publications, including chapters in "Mastery of Cardiothoracic Surgery" and "Pediatric Aerodigestive Medicine" in 2025, along with research articles in reputable journals such as The Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery and World Journal for Pediatric & Congenital Heart Surgery.

Education & Training

  • Cleveland Clinic Foundation
    Cleveland Clinic FoundationResidency, Pulmonary Disease and Critical Care Medicine, 2020 - 2026
  • University of Toronto Faculty of Medicine
    University of Toronto Faculty of MedicineClass of 2007
  • University of Toronto
    University of TorontoPhD, Cardiovascular physiology
  • University of Toronto
    University of TorontoMD
  • University of Toronto
    University of TorontoMSc, Cardiovascular Physiology

Certifications & Licensure

  • IN State Medical License
    IN State Medical License 2025 - 2027
  • KY State Medical License
    KY State Medical License 2018 - 2027
  • OH State Medical License
    OH State Medical License 2015 - 2027
  • GA State Medical License
    GA State Medical License 2014 - 2016

Publications & Presentations

PubMed

Journal Articles

  • Congenital Coronary Anomalies: Clinical Presentation, Diagnosis and Current Management  
    1. Ramachandran P, Wallen WJ, House AV, Curr Treat Options Peds, 2024
  • ASD closure: Not always straightforward  
    Wallen WJ, Backer CL, World J Pediatr Congen Heart Surg, 2024
  • The aortic uncrossing procedure  
    3. Backer CL, Mongé MC, Wallen WJ, Eltayeb O, J Thorac Cardiovasc Surg, 2024

Books/Book Chapters

  • Pediatric Aerodigestive Medicine 
    Chapter: Vascular Compression Management 
    Wallen WJ, Backer CLEdition 1,2025
  • Mastery of Cardiothoracic Surgery 
    Chapter: Palliative Operations for Congenital Heart Disease 
    Page 934 - 943Wallen WJ, Backer CLEditors: Kaider LR, Kron IL, Shrager JB, Ailawadi G, Fuller SM.Wolters Kluwer, PhiladelphiaEdition 4,2025
  • STS Cardiothoracic Surgery E-Book 
    Chapter: Congenital Coronary Artery Anomalies 
    Wallen WJ, O'Donnell A, Tweddell JSEditors: Baumgartner WA, Darling GE, Jacobs JP.2020

Press Mentions

  • Double the Courage: Twins Born with Heart Defects Define Resiliency
    Double the Courage: Twins Born with Heart Defects Define ResiliencyFebruary 11th, 2025

Professional Memberships

  • Society of Thoracic Surgeons
    Member
  • Southern Thoracic Surgical Association (STSA)
    Member
  • The Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada
    Fellow
  • World Society for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery
    Member
  • Congenital Heart Surgeons' Society (CHSS)
    Member

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