Ashok Kumar Coimbatore Jeyakumar, M.D., FACS, has joined Baptist Health Miami Cardiac & Vascular Institute as director of aortic disease within Baptist Health Heart & Vascular Care. Dr. Jeyakumar, known as Dr. CJ, is recognized for his expertise in complex thoracic aortic surgeries, off-pump total arterial and multi-arterial coronary revascularization, and minimally invasive and robotic cardiac surgery.
Before coming to Baptist Health, Dr. CJ held leadership roles at the University of Mississippi Medical Center where he directed adult cardiac surgery and served as surgical director of advanced coronary revascularization and thoracic aortic surgery. He led programs focused on high-acuity and complex cardiac operations.
Tom C. Nguyen, M.D., chief medical executive of Baptist Health Heart & Vascular Care and director of minimally invasive surgery at Baptist Health Miami Cardiac & Vascular Institute, said: “We are thrilled to welcome Dr. CJ to our cardiovascular leadership team. His expertise in the wide spectrum of adult cardiac surgical care, including advanced aortic surgeries, complex coronary revascularization strategies and minimally invasive cardiac surgeries, will elevate our ability to deliver innovative, patient-centered cardiovascular care.”
Ashford Denman, vice president of operations for Baptist Health Heart & Vascular Care added: “Dr. CJ brings a rare combination of surgical mastery, vision and collaborative leadership. His arrival significantly strengthens our commitment to expanding world-class aortic care for patients throughout the region.”
Dr. CJ completed advanced fellowships in robotic and minimally invasive cardiac surgery at the Cleveland Clinic as well as in adult cardiac surgery and transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) at Emory University School of Medicine. He trained in cardiothoracic surgery at Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology in India.
Reflecting on his new role, Dr. CJ said: “It is a privilege to join an institution so deeply committed to patient-centered care and clinical excellence. My focus is on combining precision, innovation and teamwork to achieve the best possible outcomes. Every patient deserves a care plan that is compassionate, easy to understand and aligned with their individual health goals.”
Dr. CJ is fluent in English, Tamil, Hindi and Malayalam. He will see patients at 8950 North Kendall Drive in Miami.
Baptist Health South Florida operates 12 hospitals with more than 28,000 employees across four counties in South Florida. The organization includes internationally recognized institutes specializing in cancer care, brain and spine care, heart and vascular care, orthopedic care as well as various outpatient centers and physician practices.
For more information about Baptist Health or to schedule an appointment with Dr. CJ visit https://baptisthealth.net/Heart.
