Matthew Augustin Romano, MD
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About
Matthew A. Romano, M.D., is a Clinical Professor of Cardiac Surgery and the Director of the multidisciplinary Mitral Valve Clinic. He joined the faculty in 2009 following the completion of thoracic surgery and surgical critical care residencies at the University of Michigan. He received additional advanced training in the surgical treatment of complex valvular heart disease and heart transplantation. His clinical interests and expertise include mitral and tricuspid valve repair, minimally invasive valve surgery, percutaneous and catheter based mitral and tricuspid valve repair and replacement, and treatment of atrial fibrillation. He was recently awarded the American Heart Association/Mitral Foundation Mitral Valve Reference Surgeon distinction for his high rate of mitral valve repair and excellent outcomes. He has established a minimally invasive surgical program for isolated treatment of atrial fibrillation. His research is focused on mitral valve disease as well as atrial fibrillation and heart failure.
Areas of Practice
Mitral Valve Surgery, Tricuspid Valve Surgery, Treatment of Atrial fibrillation, MAZE Procedure, Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery, Transcatheter Valve Therapy
Expertise
Locations
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Cardiac Surgery Clinic | Frankel Cardiovascular Center 1425 E Ann St
Floor 3 Reception C
Ann Arbor, MI 48109-5856Get Directions
Insurance Accepted
University of Michigan Health participates with most health insurance plans.
Education & Training
Medical School or Training
Residency
Fellowships
Board Certifications
Research Overview
Dr. Romano’s research interests focus on mitral valve disease, tricuspid valve disease, atrial fibrillation and minimally invasive valve procedures.
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Patient Ratings
162 Patient Ratings
Patient Comments
June 2, 2026 - "Dr. Romano and [...] were outstanding with the information, care and concern for me and my wife. I feel much better after meeting with the team."
January 28, 2026 - "Dr Ramano is an excellent Doctor, he described the surgery he performed on me and explained my health and questions thoroughly. Because of his skills and knowledge I am alive today. He saved my life. He is a true asset to U of M."
January 27, 2026 - "Dr. Romano was genuinely concerned about my situation. He answered all of my questions and did not rush. Excellent experience."
November 4, 2025 - "Dr. Romano inspired confidence in my wife and me concerning the upcoming procedures, and I am most grateful that he could proceed in a timely fashion. Fixing my [...] will make a huge difference in my life and research, and I am very pleased that Dr. Romano could take this on."
October 28, 2025 - "It has been a pleasure having Dr. Romano as my cardiac surgeon. Unparalleled competence, compassionate care, and thorough approach from beginning to end. It is hard to see how the entire [...] could have gone any better. Very satisfied."
October 28, 2025 - "Dr Romano and [...] both have always been fantastic!"
August 13, 2025 - "Dr. Romano explaned things to us and when we didn't understand then he explaned it again and in a way that we understood."
July 22, 2025 - "Dr Romano has been a great doctor!"
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