Shinobu Itagaki, MD
Cardiovascular Surgeon
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Position:
Cardiovascular Surgeon
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Primary Specialty:
Cardiology
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Languages Spoken:
English, Japanese
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Gender:
Male
About Shinobu Itagaki
Dr. Shinobu Itagaki is a dedicated cardiovascular surgeon at OU Health, specializing in adult cardiac surgery and advanced heart failure treatment. As Section Chief of Adult Cardiac Surgery and Assistant Professor of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center, Dr. Itagaki is at the forefront of innovative heart care, actively involved in performing transplants and managing complex heart cases.
Dr. Itagaki earned his Doctor of Medicine from Tohoku University School of Medicine, followed by a Master of Science in Biostatistics and Clinical Research from Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. His extensive training took place in New York and Japan, providing him with a comprehensive understanding of both clinical practice and research.
Beyond his clinical responsibilities, Dr. Itagaki has contributed to the academic community through mentoring graduate students, presenting at prestigious conferences, and publishing in high-impact journals. He also volunteers in local health initiatives, reflecting his commitment to giving back to the community.
Affiliations
OU Health Physicians – Cardiology, Pulmonary & Vascular Medicine Clinic,
OU Health Physicians Building - Oklahoma City
Health Education
- Medical School
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Doctor of Medicine
Tohoku University School of Medicine
Sendai, JP
- Residency
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General Surgery
Kyoto University Hospital
Kyoto, JP
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Cardiovascular Surgery
Kyoto University Hospital
Kyoto, JP
- Fellowship
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Non-ACGME International Cardiothoracic Surgery
Mount Sinai Hospital
New York, NY
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ACGME 6-year Integrated Cardiothoracic Surgery
Mount Sinai Hospital
New York, NY
- Board Certification
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American Board of Thoracic Surgery
Medical Interests
Areas of Interest:
- Aortic Surgery
- Cardiac Surgery
- Coronary Artery Revascularization
- Heart Failure Surgery
- Large Population-level Data Analysis
- Trans-catheter Therapies
- Valve Replacement/Reconstruction
