By Linda Satter

John Emory Streitman, M.D., a board-certified cardiac surgeon with a special interest in complex cardiovascular cases, joined the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) as an associate professor in the UAMS College of Medicine Department of Surgery.

He will lead the cardiovascular surgery program.

“Dr. Streitman is a highly experienced cardiac surgeon who brings a wealth of expertise to all forms of cardiac and vascular surgery,” said J. Paul Mounsey, M.D., Ph.D., professor and director of the College of Medicine Division of Cardiovascular Medicine and director of UAMS’ cardiovascular services. “With him at the helm, I see a bright future for our cardiovascular surgery program.”

Cardiac Surgeon John Streitman, M.D., Joins UAMS to Lead Cardiovascular Surgery Program