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David Hockmuth, MD

David R. Hockmuth, M.D.

Cardiothoracic Surgery

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

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

(2 ratings)

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2 Reviews

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!