John A Kern, MD
5.0(12 reviews)
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Office Hours at UVA Health Heart and Vascular Institute

  • Mon:8:00am - 5:00pm
  • Tue:8:00am - 5:00pm
  • Wed:8:00am - 5:00pm
  • Thu:8:00am - 5:00pm
  • Fri:8:00am - 5:00pm

John A Kern, MD
Thoracic and Cardiac Surgeon - General, Surgeon - Vascular Surgery

Highlights

  • Board Certified

Biography

Dr. Kern is a cardiovascular surgeon with clinical interests in coronary artery disease and bypass surgery, valve disease, heart failure, and transplantation.

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Dr Kern and his assistant made me feel like they had all the time needed to discuss my concerns and options for treatment. I feel like I am in excellent hands.…

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Provider Training

UniversityDegreeFocusGraduated
University of Virginia School of MedicineDoctorateOther1988

InstitutionFocusYear
Internship - University of Virginia Medical CenterSurgery (General Surgery)1995
Residency - University of Virginia Medical CenterThoracic Surgery1997
Fellowship - University of Virginia Medical CenterVascular Surgery1998

CertificationCert. BodyYear
SurgerySurgeryNot Specified
Vascular SurgerySurgeryNot Specified
Thoracic and Cardiac SurgeryThoracic SurgeryNot Specified

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Languages Spoken
English
Medical Specialties
  • Thoracic and Cardiac Surgeon
  • Surgeon - Sub-Specialty: Vascular Surgery

Accepts New Patients: Yes

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Average Rating: 5.0
Number of Reviews: 12
Most Recent Review: 05/12/2026
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Listening Skills 5.0
Clear Explanations 5.0
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Dr Kern and his assistant made m...

Dr Kern and his assistant made me feel like they had all the time needed to discuss my concerns and options for treatment. I feel like I am in excellent hands.

Anonymous 05/12/2026
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I feel very confident in the car...

I feel very confident in the care I will be receiving. What to expect for my surgery was very well explained. I have complete confidence in Dr. Kern.

Anonymous 04/25/2026
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I am very grateful to be under t...

I am very grateful to be under the care of Dr Kern.

Anonymous 02/12/2026
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Dr Kern and his PA are the best ...

Dr Kern and his PA are the best and very professional and knowledgeable. I am so fortunate to them.

Anonymous 10/14/2025
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Dr. Kern is very attentive and I...

Dr. Kern is very attentive and I greatly appreciate him and his Med Student. He is the best!

Anonymous 07/15/2025
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Dr. Kern and his staff are the b...

Dr. Kern and his staff are the best they saved my LIFE

Anonymous 05/01/2026
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Very good...

Very good

Anonymous 03/10/2026
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I was very pleased with my docto...

I was very pleased with my doctor and his staff

Anonymous 10/28/2025
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I'd recommend UVA Hospital to an...

I'd recommend UVA Hospital to anybody who has similar health issues.

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He is a lifesaver...

He is a lifesaver

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