Dr. Keith Korver, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery*•Male•Age 66

Cardiothoracic Surgery*

Dr. Keith Korver, MD is a cardiothoracic surgeon in Santa Rosa, CA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of California, Los Angeles David Geffen School of Medicine in 1982. He specializes in Cardiothoracic Surgery and General Surgery.

Dr. Keith Korver, MD

Practice

3536 Mendocino Ave Ste 200 Santa Rosa, CA 95403
(707) 433-0143
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At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Korver specializes in the areas of Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery & Thoracic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals

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Dr. Korver's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Korver

4.9
26 ratings, 12 with a written review
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On May 26th 2023 Dr Korver saved My Life- 3XCABG
I had emergency 3x Bypass Surgery a year ago and Dr. Korver saved my life. The night before I had an angiogram and learned that my 2 main arteries were blocked 99%. The next morning Dr Korver came into my room and immediately hugged my wife and then shook my hand and told me “ we are going to take care of you “ I knew then I was in good hands. Everyone at Marin General were amazing especially his medical partner Francis, Nurse Linda in the Cardiac unit, My 3 ICU Nurses- Peter, Nahid, and Aaron. The entire OR staff were nothing short of incredible!! I spent 3 nights in ICU and 3 days in regular room and then back home. I could not have done this without the loving support of my wife and the incredible Dr. Korver and his team at Marin General. 45 days later I was back to hiking and running 7 miles. BLESSED! Thank you!!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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NFlowers – May 24, 2024
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Saved my life
Dr Korver saved my life 16 yrs ago when I was diagnosed with lung cancer. Can not thank him enough
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 23, 2024
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I want to give Dr. Korver a HUGE Thank You for encouraging me to have this procedure done and, most importantly, to keep me alive. His caring and comforting words inspired me and carried me calmly through my entire ordeal and beyond. Without a doubt, he's the greatest! S.Lew
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Feb 28, 2024
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So happy to be alive!!
Dr Korver saved my life in June 2023… He is the kindest surgeon and knowledgeable doctor I have had the pleasure to know. My surgery was a rough one and he took care of me until finally I could go home after many weeks in hospital. God bless you Dr Korver.. Jan Moore - Santa Rosa CA
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Feb 20, 2024
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Dr. Korver has always made my wellbeing his top priority. He promptly returns calls and takes his time to explain the situation. I feel well taken care of and highly recommend him as the top surgeon in Northern California.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Walter Ulitalo – Feb 15, 2022
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I left a review in October 2017 about the Aortic Valve replacement Dr. Korver performed on my 89 yr old mother. He told me after the operation she had the lungs of a young person, as she had never smoked, and said she was likely to see a 96th birthday. I just wanted to say, she just celebrated her 96th , and it is safe to say, this is because of Dr. Korver and his excellent staff. Thanks, and for those in the same boat, looking at advanced age open heart surgery, you won't find a better heart surgeon.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Sid – Jan 25, 2021
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Five years ago, Dr Korver and Dr Schmidt and the nurses and residents at St Joe’s saved my life after I was attacked with a knife. So I’d just like to thank them for that. Pretty much every thing is as good as new.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Theodore Norvell – Jul 20, 2020
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I had an SAVR by doctor Korver and recommend him highly. He is straightforward and is not afraid to make personal recommendations if you are wavering. I chose the SAVR due to much research on the subject and his recommendation. Because of his expertise, I am now the proud owner of a healthy new porcine aortic valve a year and a half out.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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K. Walden – Jan 06, 2020
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After surgery care is not up to par.
What went well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
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Oct 25, 2018
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Needing heart bypass surgery, I visited surgeons from UCSF and up through Sonoma. Based on a wholistic approach to the patient, a copious intake of personal history and lifestyle choices, and a pure love for the work that he does, I wisely chose Dr. Korver. Not only did he offer me whatever time I needed, both before, during and after the surgery, everything about the process was efficient and perfectly executed. Giving over your heart to another is a big decision...Dr. Korver gets a 100% rating
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
5 others found this helpful
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RJK in penngrove, ca – Mar 27, 2017
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nothing but the best in professionalism, understanding and experience. Emergency by pass 5 years ago. Saved my life.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
5 others found this helpful
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Frank A in Novato, CA – Jan 19, 2017
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Saved my life....thanks Dr Korver!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Karen Wintman in Santa Rosa, CA – Jan 09, 2017
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Dr. Korver is a Cardiothoracic and General surgeon with Northern California Medical Associates. Dr. Korver completed his medical degree at University of California, Los Angeles School of Medicine. He completed his residency in general surgery at...read more

  • Cardiothoracic Surgery

  • General Surgery

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  • University Of California, San Francisco

    Fellowship Hospital, 1990

  • Georgetown University Hospital|university Of Hawaii Integrated Surgical Residency Program

    Residency Hospital, 1987

  • University Of Hawaii Integrated Surgical Residency Program

    Internship Hospital, 1983

  • University Of California, Los Angeles David Geffen School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1982
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Thoracic Surgery
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Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
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Thoracic Surgery†
†Self designated 
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Locations

Practice

Northern California Medical Assoc. Inc.3536 Mendocino Ave Ste 200 Santa Rosa, CA 95403
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Practice

Gregory B. Smith M.D. A.P.C.6 Woodland Rd Ste 304 Saint Helena, CA 94574
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Practice

Keith F Korver MD A Professional Medical Corp.2 Bon Air Rd Ste 100 Larkspur, CA 94939
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Practice

Keith F Korver MD A Professional Medical Corp.3510 Unocal Pl Ste 207 Santa Rosa, CA 95403
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Adventist Health St. Helena

    10 Woodland Rd
    Saint Helena, CA 94574
    Recipient of 7
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

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  • Sutter Santa Rosa Regional Hospital

    30 Mark West Springs Rd
    Santa Rosa, CA 95403
    Recipient of 9
    hospital awards

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

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  • Marinhealth Medical Center

    250 Bon Air Rd
    Greenbrae, CA 94904
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    70%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    6% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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