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David R. Hockmuth, M.D.

David R. Hockmuth, M.D.

Cardiothoracic Surgery
(816) 691-5198
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Provider Ratings

5 out of 5 (4 ratings)

NKC Health Medical Group

Locations

NKC Health Heart & Lung Surgery

2790 Clay Edwards Drive
Suite 520B
North Kansas City, MO 64116

View hours
Monday
7:30am - 4:00pm
Tuesday
7:30am - 4:00pm
Wednesday
7:30am - 4:00pm
Thursday
7:30am - 4:00pm
Friday
7:30am - 4:00pm
NKC Health Heart & Lung Surgery
(816) 691-5198 View Details

About Me

I enjoy bicycling, fly fishing, skiing, and spending time with my family and dogs.

Care Philosophy

I like to treat patients the way I want my family and myself to be treated.

Areas of Interest

Adult acquired cardiac surgery and congenital heart surgery (repair of inborn heart defects). Valve reconstruction and replacement surgery. Minimally invasive cardiac surgery. Aortic surgery - valve sparing aortic root replacement, Ross procedures and aortic dissection. Treatment of atrial fibrillation. ECMO.

Education

Medical School:
University Of Iowa College Of Medicine (1983)

Residency:
West Virginia Univ Hospitals (1990)

Residency:
Berkshire Medical Center (1988)

Board Certifications

American Board of of Thoracic Surgery - Thoracic and Cardiac Surgery

Congenital Cardiac Surgery, American Board of of Thoracic Surgery

Clinical Interests

  • Ross Procedure
  • Aortic Root Surgery
  • Minimally Invasive Valve Surgery
  • Adult Congenital Heart Surgery

Provider Ratings

5 out of 5

(4 ratings)

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4 Reviews

01/24/2026

Dr Hockmuth a was very friendly and made me feel at ease - as much as you can - to find out you need open-heart surgery as soon as possible. The sheer amount of experience he has made me feel better about knowing I was in good hands. Mary in the office has been great about answering all of my questions - and I’ve called several times with questions. His other nurse, I can’t remember her name, was very caring when she was scheduling my surgery and explaining what time I would need to be at the hospital etc. The entire team made this very scary experience seem a little less scary and eased my fears as best they could which I appreciate so much.

01/20/2026

Dr. Hockmuth spent considerable time with me and my family and explained everything clearly. Could not have asked for a better appointment. He was patient with our questions and we knew he genuinely cared.

10/20/2025

Dr Hockmouth in all ways was professional. Straight forward in all conversations

10/07/2025

Dr Hockmuth was thorough, patient and took the time to explain upcoming procedures and surgery. This helps lower the stress level for me. Thanks!
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