David Harmon Scoville, MDCardiothoracic Surgery in Nashville, TN
Gender
Male
Languages spoken
English
About David Harmon Scoville, MD
David H. Scoville, MD, is a heart surgeon at Ascension Saint Thomas in Nashville, Tennessee. Dr. Scoville delivers minimally invasive heart care and open heart surgery to open narrow arteries, restore blood flow to the heart, repair leaky heart valves and surgically correct chronic AFib. He starts by listening to understand you and your health concerns. Dr. Scoville works with you to create a personalized care plan. As one of our cardiovascular specialists, he is part of an integrated, national network of heart care specialists, sharing best practices and offering evaluation and treatment of the most complex heart conditions.
When facing a new diagnosis or deciding on a surgical heart care plan, Dr. Scoville is here for you.
Dr. Scoville is board-certified in cardiothoracic surgery and has over 11 years of experience providing surgical care to cardiovascular patients.
Dr. Scoville has a special interest in complex valve repair, aortic surgery, and valve replacement. He strives to approach every patient with compassion and understanding, wanting them and their family members to feel comfortable and to know that they will receive the best care available. Dr. Scoville also works to provide a clear explanation of their condition that requires surgery and what the procedure entails so that they can make informed decisions regarding their health.
When not caring for patients, Dr. Scoville enjoys spending time with his family, watching sports, and tackling DIY construction projects.
Education
Medical Education
University of Kansas School of Med (Kc/Wich/Sal)Fellowship
Stanford Univeristy Hospital and ClinicsResidency
Stanford School of MedicineQualifications
Hospital affiliations
- Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital Midtown
- Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital
Certifications
- The American Board of Thoracic Surgery - Thoracic and Cardiac Surgery
Location
Provider's primary location
Ascension Saint Thomas Heart West Cardiovascular Surgery
Professional Statement
The reason I chose cardiac surgery as a specialty was because of the tremendous positive impact that these operations can have on patients' lives giving people more quality time with their family and friends and the opportunity I have to play a role in that is truly a privilege.
-David Harmon Scoville, MD