Dr. Robert Riley, MD

This is the heart surgeon you are looking for. He replaced my aortic valve and ascending aorta (twice—not his fault). He is incredibly skilled. As a physician myself, I believe I'm better informed than most patients.

I cannot say enough about Dr. Riley.In 2019 he replaced my aortic valve,and repaired my tricuspid valve. He saved my life at age 66. He sat and listened to me,and answered all questions without being hurried.I felt like I was in safe hands and had no worries whatsoever going into surgery. I was out of bed and walking around the entire cardiac hallways with assist., 8 hours after surgery.Bless him always.

Dr. Riley is a very down to earth and friendly surgeon. He's the first doctor I've had in 65 years who read my entire medical history before he walked into the room. He repaired an aneurysm and a bicuspid heart valve with complications very successfully. I highly recommend him.

I am alive today only because of the good doctor. Three years ago I was turned away by a major national hospital for surgery. They said the odds were very low for me, so I returned to Honor Health and there I met Doctor Riley. He said he thought he could help but it would not be a walk in the park and I might not make it through the surgery. I was in surgery for over eight hours. He did a triple bypass and put in a mitral valve. My cardiologist back home was amazed. Anyone reading this and questions Doctor Riley’s ability. Believe me. You are in the best hands God ever made. He is a no nonsense medical marvel. I thank God every day for bringing our paths together and I pray for the good Doctor. Thank you Doctor Riley.

this is a doctor who has golden hands, I would never have believed that after the aortic valve replacement operation I had done, I would leave the hospital on the third day, and in a month I will go in for sports. I am 62 years old and two a half years old yes I had an operation ago now I am happy I have no restrictions I am completely healthy

Wow! Dr Riley was recommended to me by a co-worker who told me that Dr Riley, quote "saved my life"! So Feb 2021 it was my turn for open heart surgery. When admitted at JC Lincoln Hospital the nurses prepping me asked who was my surgeon and when told they all raved about Dr Riley. Some had worked for him previously. I won't forget one telling me "Dr Riley is one of the few real good heart surgeons in the Phoenix area. I already knew that but it sure felt good hearing it right before surgery! Dr Riley repaired the aneurysm on my ascending aorta, performed a cabbage and more. I recovered quickly and well. It is now 7 months since surgery and time for this review. A TEE revealed everything is in order. I am at 100% for my age and feel great. Thank you Dr Riley for extending my life. My wife says Thanks too!

The best doctor ever!!!

I recently saw Dr. Riley for a suspicious nodule in my lung. I had already had two consultation regarding the nodule but was uneasy with the treatments the other doctors were recommending. Dr. Riley reviewed the information and test results I brought with me to the appt.. he reviewed the records and made his recommendation that was different than the other two but it made a lot more sense the way he explained it. He answered my husbands questions and mine and asked if we were comfortable with his recommendation. He did not seem rushed and his staff was efficient and made us feel as if our time was valuable as well.

On November 3rd 2006 it was my 48th birthday. It was also the day that i got my life back. Dr Riley Performed open heart surgery to repair my leaking heart valve . i had spent many years prior with diminished health and eventually had to go on disability because of the condition. That all changed just a few months after the surgery. I not only regained my health, I got my life back . I returned to college and earned a degree in education. Shortly there after began teaching , and have been in the classroom for over 13 years. This year in May my students nominated me for teacher of the month, and I actually won and was presented with an Award from KTAR. None of this would have been possible, had I not recieved the expert repair of my heart valve so many years ago. I know this thank is long over due. But hopefully it makes its way to you. Dr. Riley My family and I cannot thank you enough. Most Sincerely, Edward S. Logan.

Dr Riley is a truly outstanding cardiac surgeon. He is very obviously knowledgeable and talks with you about your situation in an honest, down to earth way without “talking down” He explains what needs to be done in a way that you can understand. I had my aortic valve replaced and a single bypass done. When all the required tests were done, he told me that he COULD do it using a minimally invasive procedure, but that in my case, the risk of stroke would be higher than if he did it using the “open heart” procedure—and he explained why. I felt like I made the decision to go with open heart. All went very well. Additionally, his office staff is top of the line.

What a fabulous doctor. He has the best bedside manner putting my husband and me immediately at ease about the surgery. He did a great job on him and he looks forward to a great recovery and rest of his life thanks to Dr Riley. Can’t say enough great things!!

he is the best in arizona answers all questions

I needed to have my aortic valve and part of my aorta replaced/reparied. Dr. Riley explained the total process to me and gave me the pros and cons of valve selection. He also explained the operation to me as well and answered all my questions regardless of what they were. His assistant Gina was great in help in getting my surgery scheduled and showed great respect. His bedside manner is superbe and he is paitent in explaining the process to make you feel comfortable that all well be fine.

Waited 3 months to see how Valve Replacement and Bypass would go before writing that Dr. Riley was excellent in every regard and recovery is much faster and better than expected.

Dr. Riley is a minor miracle worker! He performed a complicated mitral valve surgical repair using the minimally invasive method and I am at 90% post surgery in 10 days!!! I was blessed to have been referred to him!! He is a genuinely compassionate surgeon with great communication skills and takes the time to explain the proceedure. His staff and surgical team are simply outstanding!! I HIGHLY RECOMMEND Dr, Riley!

I cannot say enough good things about Dr. Riley. He did my surgery 1 year and 4 months ago and I would recommend him to anyone who is considering any type of cardiovascular surgery. Because my surgery was emergency I did not have time to meet Dr Riley until night of my surgery. He immediately put me at ease with a smile and a handshake. This is a doctor who understands people and is highly respected by staff and peers. His team was professional and efficient. Thank you Dr Riley and Team!!!

Forever grateful for his kindness and bedside manner. He actually sat down and talked with me. Pray I never need his surgical services again but if I did he would be my go to surgeon. Thank you

I searched for 2 weeks for a surgeon who was the top in their field for minimal evasive surgery. Dr. Robert Riley's name kept coming up. I booked an appointment to interview him and ask concerning questions. At the end of my appointment I decided to put my trust in him and booked surgery for May 3rd 2017. I was told what to expect and he was correct, what he told me I experienced. Dr. Riley, my opinion, covered all the bases took charge and did a very successful operation.

In January of 2009, Dr. Riley performed what amounted to an emergency valve repair. He did an incredible job! It is now over eight years later, I am in excellent health, very active and no heart related issues. I highly recommend Dr. Riley and will always be very grateful.

Best of the best! I am so grateful to have Dr. Riley as my cardiologist surgeon.