Dr. Kevin Accola

Name: Dr. Kevin Accola

Specialty: Thoracic Surgery (Cardiovascular Surgery)

Qualification/Board Certification: Doctor of Medicine

Affiliation(s): AdventHealth Orlando; Florida Hospital Medical Group Inc

Location: Orlando, Florida

Languages Spoken: English

Accepting New Patients: Yes

NPI Number: 1760488431

About the Doctor

Dr. Kevin Accola is one of Orlando’s most respected thoracic and cardiovascular surgeons, bringing more than two decades of specialized surgical expertise to his practice at AdventHealth Orlando. He completed his medical education at the University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago, one of the nation’s leading medical institutions, before pursuing advanced postgraduate training at Baylor College of Medicine, where he completed both a transitional year internship and a surgical residency. He then undertook an independent fellowship in thoracic surgery at Emory University School of Medicine, equipping him with the highest level of specialized skills in cardiac and thoracic surgical care.

Throughout his career, Dr. Accola has built a distinguished reputation for performing complex heart and valve surgeries with precision and compassion. He practices under Florida Hospital Medical Group Inc and is affiliated with AdventHealth Orlando, a nationally recognized hospital that holds high-performing designations in heart bypass surgery, heart valve surgery, TAVR, heart failure, and several other cardiac procedures. Patients consistently describe Dr. Accola as attentive, clear in his explanations, and confidence-inspiring — qualities reflected in his six patient experience awards and perfect overall rating from 269 reviews. He welcomes new patients and accepts Medicaid along with select major insurance plans.

Education & Training

Medical School: University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago

Internship: Transitional Year — Baylor College of Medicine (1984–1985)

Residency: Surgery — Baylor College of Medicine (1987–1989)

Fellowship: Thoracic Surgery (Independent) — Emory University School of Medicine (1989–1992)

Medical Conditions Treated

Dr. Accola specializes in the surgical treatment of complex cardiac and thoracic conditions, with particular expertise in heart valve and structural heart disease. Conditions he treats include:

• Heart valve disease requiring repair or replacement
• Aortic valve stenosis and regurgitation
• Coronary artery disease requiring bypass surgery
• Heart failure requiring surgical intervention
• Structural heart defects
• Lung cancer and thoracic malignancies
• Emphysema and other chronic lung conditions
• Esophageal disease and disorders
• Aortic aneurysm and aortic disease
• Heart arrhythmias requiring surgical management
• Pericardial disease

Medical Procedures Performed

Dr. Accola performs a wide range of advanced cardiac and thoracic surgical procedures, including:

• Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR) — minimally invasive heart valve replacement
• Heart valve repair and replacement surgery
• Coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG / heart bypass surgery)
• Aortic valve surgery
• Aortic aneurysm repair
• Pacemaker implantation
• Heart arrhythmia surgical treatment
• Thoracic surgery for lung conditions and malignancies
• Esophageal surgical procedures
• Minimally invasive cardiac surgery
• Pre- and post-operative cardiac surgical consultations

Services Offered

Dr. Accola’s practice at Florida Hospital Medical Group Inc offers comprehensive cardiac and thoracic surgical services for patients dealing with serious heart and chest conditions. From the initial consultation through post-operative recovery, Dr. Accola and his team are committed to delivering individualized, evidence-based care tailored to each patient’s specific diagnosis and health goals. His practice places a strong emphasis on patient education, ensuring that individuals and their families fully understand the nature of their condition, the surgical options available, and what to expect throughout the recovery process.

For patients with advanced heart valve disease or aortic conditions, Dr. Accola offers both traditional open-heart surgery and minimally invasive approaches such as TAVR, allowing for shorter recovery times and reduced surgical risk in appropriate candidates. His affiliation with AdventHealth Orlando — a high-performing hospital in eight cardiac care categories — means patients have access to a full continuum of cardiac care resources, from advanced diagnostic imaging and interventional cardiology to cardiac rehabilitation.

Services include:

• Comprehensive thoracic and cardiovascular surgical consultations
• Advanced heart valve repair and replacement procedures
• Minimally invasive TAVR for aortic valve disease
• Coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG)
• Surgical management of heart arrhythmias and pacemaker implantation
• Lung cancer and thoracic disease surgical treatment
• Aortic disease evaluation and surgical repair
• Pre-surgical cardiac risk assessment and planning
• Post-operative care and long-term surgical follow-up
• Collaborative multidisciplinary cardiac care at AdventHealth Orlando
• Telehealth services (contact the office directly for availability)
• Online appointment booking for new and existing patients

Accepted Insurances

Dr. Accola accepts the following insurance plans:

• Aetna – Medicaid
• Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan – HMO, Medicare, POS, PPO
• Elevance – EPO, HMO, Medicare, POS, PPO

Practice Locations

Location 1 Address: 217 Hillcrest St, Orlando, FL 32801

Phone: (407) 425-1566

Hospital Affiliations

• AdventHealth Orlando — Orlando, FL
  • U.S. News Best Hospital — Honor Roll
  • Ranked #36 Nationally in Cardiology, Heart & Vascular Surgery
  • High Performing in: Heart Bypass Surgery, Heart Valve Surgery, TAVR, Heart Failure, Heart Attack, Heart Arrhythmia, Pacemaker Implantation, and Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Repair