Top 5 Cardiac Surgery Specialists in Jordan 2026

When do you need this specialty or procedure?

Cardiac surgeons operate on the heart, the coronary arteries, the heart valves, the aorta and other structures in the chest. Most people do not book a cardiac surgeon on their own. They usually arrive after a cardiologist has done tests such as an echocardiogram, a stress test or a coronary angiogram and found a problem that may need surgery.

Common reasons for a cardiac surgery consultation include:

• Coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG): considered when coronary arteries are narrowed in a pattern that may suit bypass better than other treatments.
• Heart valve problems: a narrowed or leaking aortic or mitral valve may need repair or replacement. Mitral valve surgery is a field of its own.
• Aortic disease: widening (aneurysm) of the aorta or other large-artery conditions that may need surgery.
• Congenital heart conditions in children: heart defects found before or after birth, which need specialised paediatric cardiac surgery.

It is reasonable to book a consultation if:

• your cardiologist has referred you
• tests show advanced narrowing of the coronary arteries
• you have been told you have a significant valve problem
• your child has been diagnosed with a heart defect

Many people also seek a second surgical opinion before agreeing to a major operation. That is a normal and sensible step.

Warning signs that need urgent care

Do not wait for a clinic appointment if you or someone with you has any of these:

• Chest pain, pressure or tightness lasting more than a few minutes, especially if it spreads to the arm, jaw, neck or back
• Sudden, severe shortness of breath
• Fainting or collapse
• Sudden, severe tearing pain in the chest or back
• Signs of stroke, such as a drooping face, arm weakness or slurred speech
• In babies and children: blue or grey lips or skin, fast or difficult breathing, or struggling to feed

After heart surgery, seek prompt medical help if you notice:

• fever
• redness, swelling or discharge from the wound
• worsening breathlessness or new chest pain

In an emergency in Jordan, call 911.

How to choose among the doctors here

Searching for the best cardiac surgery specialists in Jordan often leads to lists that rank doctors without explaining how. Here, the order only reflects how complete each profile is. Use these practical criteria instead:

• Match the services to your condition. Some profiles list detailed procedures, such as valve repair and replacement, aortic surgery, repeat cardiac surgery and congenital surgery in children. Others list a general consultation and report review. If your child needs an opinion, look for a profile that explicitly lists paediatric or congenital surgery.
• Read the published qualifications. Several profiles list board certifications and the institutions where training took place. Compare these as published, and ask the doctor directly about their experience with your specific procedure.
• Location and distance. Three profiles are based in Amman, two of them in Jabal Amman. Two are at the same hospital outpatient clinic in Ramtha, Irbid. Heart surgery involves many follow-up visits, so distance matters.
• Where the operation would take place. A consultation clinic is often not where surgery happens. Ask which hospital the doctor operates in, and whether that hospital works with your insurer.
• Hours that fit you. Confirmed hours differ between profiles. Some start in the morning, others late morning, and Thursday hours can be shorter.
• A second opinion. Seeing two surgeons for a major decision is common. Bring the same reports to both so their advice can be compared fairly.

What to expect at the first visit

A first cardiac surgery consultation is mainly a discussion. The surgeon reviews your history and investigations, may examine you, and explains whether surgery is an option, which type, and what the alternatives are. Surgery is not done at this visit, and a decision is rarely made on the spot.

What to bring

• Your cardiologist's referral letter, if you have one
• Echocardiogram, angiogram, CT or MRI reports, and the images on a disc or digital copy where possible
• Recent blood tests and ECGs
• A full list of your medicines, including blood thinners and supplements
• Details of other conditions such as diabetes, kidney disease or previous operations
• Your ID and insurance card
• For a child: birth and neonatal records, previous paediatric cardiology reports and growth records

Questions worth asking

• What exactly is the problem, and how serious is it right now?
• Is surgery recommended, and why now rather than later?
• What are the non-surgical or less invasive alternatives?
• Which procedure would you perform, and how often do you perform it?
• Which hospital would the operation be in, and how long is the usual stay?
• What are the main risks in my particular case?
• What does recovery and follow-up look like, and who do I contact after discharge?

Take someone with you if you can. Write the answers down, because consultations about heart surgery cover a lot of information.

Insurance, fees and booking: what to ask before the appointment

None of the profiles on this page publishes a consultation fee, so ask when you book. Cardiac surgery involves several separate costs, and the consultation is only the first.

Before the appointment, ask:

• What is the consultation fee, and does it include a follow-up visit?
• Does the clinic or hospital accept my insurance for the consultation?
• If surgery is recommended, does my insurer need a pre-approval?
• Which hospital would the operation be in, and is it in my insurer's network?
• Will there be separate charges for the surgeon, anaesthesia, intensive care and the hospital stay?

For the two Irbid profiles, the published advice is to contact the hospital appointment office and ask for the doctor by name. For one Amman profile, consultations are arranged with the centre in advance. Always confirm that the doctor will be present on your appointment day.

Getting there

This is a Jordan-wide list, and each profile states its own city and district.

• Amman: two of the three Amman profiles are in Jabal Amman. Confirm the building and floor when you book, as some profiles specifically ask patients to check the arrival address.
• Ramtha, Irbid: two profiles are at the same hospital outpatient clinic. Ask which outpatient desk to go to.

After major heart surgery you should not drive until your team says it is safe. Plan transport for follow-up visits with a family member or a taxi.

Checklist before you book

• Confirm the doctor's attendance on the day and the exact clinic address
• Check that the doctor's listed services match your condition, or your child's
• Ask about the consultation fee and insurance acceptance
• Ask which hospital the doctor operates in
• Gather reports, images, blood tests and a medication list
• Bring your referral letter if you have one
• Write down your questions in advance
• Arrange someone to come with you
• Know the warning signs, and call 911 in an emergency