Dr. Jonathan D'Cunha is a distinguished cardiothoracic surgeon and Chair of Cardiothoracic Surgery at Mayo Clinic Arizona. His expertise spans clinical practice, research, and medical education, making significant contributions to advancing patient care and surgical innovation.

Education and Early Achievements

• MD and PhD from Medical College of Wisconsin
• Discovered ISG15, a novel interferon-induced immunomodulatory cytokine
• Completed surgical training at the University of Minnesota
• Developed a nationally-adopted medical student transition course

Clinical Leadership and Innovation

• Pioneer in ex vivo lung perfusion (EVLP) implementation
• Early advocate for intraoperative AV ECMO during lung transplantation
• Expert in minimally invasive and robotic thoracic surgery
• Leader in lung and esophageal oncology

Contributions at Mayo Clinic Arizona

• Leads DCD heart transplant program
• Implements EVLP initiative
• Focuses on team collaboration and servant leadership
• Emphasizes mentorship and innovation

Research Impact

• Published hundreds of manuscripts and research papers
• Specializes in thoracic oncology and transplantation science
• Advances understanding of lung preservation and immunology
• Contributes to improving surgical standards globally

Patient Care Philosophy

• Emphasizes personalized treatment plans
• Prioritizes clear communication
• Focuses on compassionate care
• Maintains high standards in complex procedures

Legacy and Influence

• Trains next generation of surgeons
• Advances medical education nationwide
• Pioneers surgical innovations
• Shapes future of cardiothoracic surgery through integrated approach of clinical excellence and research

Dr. D'Cunha's work continues to influence cardiothoracic surgery through his leadership at Mayo Clinic Arizona, where he combines clinical excellence, research innovation, and educational advancement to improve patient outcomes and train future medical professionals.

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