Victor Pretorius, MBChB, is a highly skilled and board-certified cardiothoracic surgeon specializing in lead management and minimally invasive procedures. With expertise in laser lead extraction, he effectively removes damaged or infected leads, ensuring optimal heart function. As the surgical director of UC San Diego Health's heart transplant program and a professor in the Department of Surgery at UC San Diego School of Medicine, Dr. Pretorius provides comprehensive care and publishes research papers on advanced heart failure, cardiac surgery, and transplantation.
With a medical degree from the University of Pretoria School of Medicine in South Africa and a fellowship in pulmonary thromboendarterectomy from UC San Diego School of Medicine, Dr. Pretorius brings a holistic approach to patient care. His extensive experience as a general practitioner in South Africa further enhances his ability to understand and address the needs of his patients. Dr. Pretorius is a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Canada and is committed to delivering compassionate and cutting-edge cardiovascular care.
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