Dr. Clay M. Burnett

Name: Dr. Clay M. Burnett

Specialty: Thoracic Surgery

Subspecialty: Cardiovascular Surgery

Qualification/Board Certification: Thoracic & Cardiovascular Surgeon

Affiliation(s): AdventHealth Orlando, Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgical Associates Pa

Locations (City/State): North Kansas City, Missouri; Orlando, Florida

Languages Spoken: English

Accepting New Patients: Yes

NPI Number: 1790738466

About the Doctor

Clay M. Burnett is an experienced thoracic and cardiovascular surgeon with more than 20 years of expertise in advanced heart and chest surgery. He earned his medical degree from Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University and completed his surgical residency at University of South Florida Morsani. He also completed advanced fellowship training in thoracic surgery at Texas Heart Institute/Baylor College of Medicine.

Dr. Burnett specializes in cardiovascular surgery, including heart bypass surgery and transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR). Patients highly recommend him for his compassionate care, clear communication, and surgical expertise. He practices with Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgical Associates Pa and is affiliated with AdventHealth Orlando. Dr. Burnett accepts new patients and participates with many major insurance plans including Medicare, Medicaid, Aetna, Humana, Cigna, Blue Cross, and United Healthcare.

Education & Training

Medical School: Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University

Residency: Surgery Residency, University of South Florida Morsani (1984–1989)

Fellowship: Thoracic Surgery Fellowship, Texas Heart Institute/Baylor College of Medicine (1990–1992)

Specialized Training: Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery

Clinical Experience: More than 20 years of surgical practice

Medical Conditions Treated

Dr. Burnett treats a wide variety of heart and thoracic conditions requiring surgical evaluation and advanced cardiovascular care.

Common Conditions Treated:

• Coronary artery disease
• Heart valve disease
• Heart failure
• Aortic valve disorders
• Cardiovascular disease
• Chest and thoracic conditions
• Heart rhythm complications
• Blocked coronary arteries
• Structural heart disease
• Aortic aneurysms
• Heart attack complications
• Cardiac circulation disorders

Medical Procedures Performed

Dr. Burnett performs advanced thoracic and cardiovascular surgical procedures for heart and vascular conditions.

Procedures & Treatments:

• Heart bypass surgery (CABG)
• Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR)
• Heart valve surgery
• Cardiovascular surgery consultations
• Minimally invasive heart procedures
• Thoracic surgical procedures
• Cardiac diagnostic evaluations
• Surgical treatment planning
• Post-surgical cardiovascular care
• Vascular surgical management
• Preventive cardiac assessments

Services Offered

Dr. Burnett provides comprehensive thoracic and cardiovascular surgical services for patients with heart and vascular diseases. His practice focuses on diagnosing and surgically treating complex cardiovascular conditions using advanced surgical techniques and minimally invasive procedures when appropriate.

He offers evaluation and management for coronary artery disease, heart valve disorders, structural heart conditions, and other thoracic health concerns. His services include pre-surgical assessments, heart bypass surgery, valve replacement procedures, TAVR evaluations, and long-term postoperative cardiac care.

Services Include:

• Cardiovascular surgery consultations
• Heart bypass surgery
• TAVR evaluations and procedures
• Heart valve surgery
• Thoracic surgery services
• Surgical cardiac care planning
• Preventive cardiovascular assessments
• Minimally invasive cardiac procedures
• Postoperative follow-up care
• Heart disease management
• Advanced cardiac diagnostic evaluations
• Long-term cardiovascular monitoring

Accepted Insurances

Dr. Burnett accepts a broad range of insurance providers. Patients should contact the office directly to verify coverage and participation details.

Major Insurance Providers Accepted:

• Aetna
• Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City
• Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
• Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
• Centene
• Cigna
• CMS Medicare
• Elevance
• Florida Blue
• Humana
• Medica
• MO State Medicaid
• United Healthcare
• Medicare
• Medicaid
• PPO Plans
• HMO Plans
• POS Plans
• EPO Plans

Practice Locations

Location 1 Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgical Associates PA
Address: 2790 Clay Edwards Dr Ste 520B, North Kansas City, MO 64116
Phone: (816) 691-5198

Hospital Affiliations

Affiliated Hospitals & Medical Centers:

• AdventHealth Orlando