Dr. Matthew Gerard Mullen, MD

Matthew Mullen, MD, is a double board-certified cardiothoracic and general surgeon who specializes in adult cardiac surgery.  He provides care for women and men who need a wide range of cardiac procedures including coronary bypass, aortic valve replacement, mitral valve repair and replacement, repair of leaky heart valves and aortic arch replacement. He also treats coronary artery disease, aortic stenosis, heart failure, aortic aneurysm, valve regurgitation, atrial fibrillation and aortic dissection.Dr. Mullen has a clinical interest in transcatheter valve replacement, disease involving the aorta and aortic root, and collaborative management of complex coronary artery disease taking a heart team approach. He also has special interest in the use of ECMO (extracorporeal membranous oxygenation) and other forms of mechanical circulatory support for critically ill patients.Dr. Mullen was a member of the inaugural class at Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine in Scranton, where he …earned his medical degree. He followed this with a residency in general surgery and a fellowship in cardiothoracic surgery at the University of Virginia Health System in Charlottesville.After completing his medical training, Dr. Mullen returned to practice in the Scranton area to serve the community where he grew up. A native of Clarks Summit, Dr. Mullen understands the unique challenges his neighbors face. He prides himself on helping those he treats understand their options and make informed decisions about their care.  He frequently involves a patient's community physician and cardiologist in making complex decisions regarding their careDr. Mullen is an active member of several professional organizations including the American College of Surgeons, American Association for Cancer Research, Society for Surgical Oncology, Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society and American Association of Thoracic Surgeons.