Dr. Francis Joseph Zidar, MD

Dr. Zidar recently performed an Aortic Valve replacement on me via the TAVR procedure. He and his team did an extensive analysis to determine whether the SAVR or TAVR procedure was best for me. He considered all of the factors involved and made his decision based on my needs. Dr. Zidar has a great bedside manner and thoroughly explained my medical condition and what needed to be done to prevent further problems and possibly have a fantastic future from a medical standpoint. He also found an additional problem related to one of my kidneys and made a referral. My spouse and I have both had valve replacements and are very pleased with the outcome. If you need a cardiologist, I strongly recommend that you see Dr. Francis J. Zidar ASAP!!!!!!!!!!

My doctor is very informative,attentive and personalable

I traveled from Chicago to Austin to consult Dr.Zidar for recurrent chest pains. The cardiologists who had examined me in the Chicago area performed the usual stress tests and gave me a clean bill of health but the chest pains persisted. Dr. Zidar did a catheterization and found 80-90% blockage in two key arteries and did the necessary repair.

Dr. Zidar gave me a stent a number of years ago and has been my heart doctor ever since. I think he is as good as there is -

I needed a cardiac release for an already scheduled procedure by another physician. Dr Zidar's staff squeezed me in the next day to have tests and meet with him to get approval for the coming surgery. Everyone was so helpful and he and they even apologized for making me wait. The wait was minimal but their end of the day attitude and support was unbelievable.

Both my husband and I are patients of Dr. Zidar and are very happy with him. He never rushes us and is very caring. We feel we are in most capable hands with Dr. Zidar and Barbara. We highly recommend them.

I'm 62 and have had more than my share of operations, interventions, and multiple trips to the ER. I have met with doctors, nurses, and specialists from literally around the world, from having lived overseas for 20 years. Dr Zidar is one of the few medical specialist you meet whom you immediately sense possesses a depth of knowledge, an ability to communicate it in layman's terms, as well as a sincere interest in his patients. He knows his stuff, is highly credentialed, and makes you feel you matter to him. My wife and I are totally pleased with him and his staff, who reflect his values and skills as well.

appointment with nurse practitioner recently - great service in past from Dr. Zidar

Dr. Zidar was recommended to me by my previous cardiologist when he retired. I could not be happier with that referral. Dr. Zidar shows genuine concern for patients, takes time to fully discuss details, has a good "bedside manner", and a great sense of humor. Above all, he is highly competent in his specialty. Austin Heart recently opened a satellite office that is about 45 miles closer to where I live, but I still drive in to see Dr.Zidar.

He is the best Heart problems are serious and he really knows cardiology front and backwards and he is wonderful in explaining things that lay people like me fully understand

Dr Zidar is an excellent cardiologist. I work in the cardiac field and know first hand how accomplished he in the cardiac world. I've referred many friends to him and every single one gives him 5 stars. The best!

Dr. Zidar has been my heart doctor for eight years and I consider him to be the very best. I have total confidence in him.

Dr. Zidar is excellent. Very thorough and thoughtful in his approach. He was not in a hurry and made me feel very much at ease. I would highly recommend him.

Dr.Z saved my way of life and put my family at ease w/my health problems. Great bed side manner, caring, very informative. Goes the extra mile to do his job.

I have no doubt that Dr. Zidar saved my life. I had a very large blood clot that formed in my leg after a surgery (the leg had several stents in it). He took the safest and least intrusive approach, which required drip medication and lying completely still in the hospital to dissolve the clot. His concern and professionalism gave me confidence; I cannot recommend him highly enough!! He is the best.

My husband and I are both patients. I believe that Dr. Zidar saved my life.We trust him and have had no problems with his staff or his medical care.