About Us

• Cardiac Surgery Associates is a group of surgeons committed to excellence in the practice of cardiac, thoracic, and peripheral vascular surgery in the western suburbs.
  
  Cardiac Surgery Associates is a leader in minimally invasive heart surgery, heart assist devices, transplants, and many complex procedures. Striving to bring comprehensive solutions to patients with complex medical issues, our team of surgeons covers a wide geographical area.
  
  Our physicians are personal and focused on patient needs. Learn more about what the Cardiac Surgery Associates office near you offers or set up a consultation to meet one of our physicians to answer your health care questions.
  
  Cardiac Surgery Associates’ Mission:
  
  Compassionately restoring the fullness of health to patients and their families through surgical excellence, technology, and dedication.
  
  Dr. Cziperle is a Clinical Assistant Professor of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery at Loyola University and Chief, Section of Thoracic and Cardiovascular surgery at Edwards Hines, Jr VA Hospital. He is a graduate of the University of Notre Dame and received a masters degree in Cardiovascular physiology from the University of Illinois. His medical degree was earned at Loyola University and he completed general surgery residency at the Medical College of Wisconsin. His fellowship in Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery was obtained from Loyola University Medical Center. He is active in numerous professional organizations and societies. He has authored several publications and is a reviewer for the "Federal Practioner". He enjoys all facts of thoracic and cardiovascular surgery with particular interest in endoscopic and thoracic oncology.