UT Health East Texas Physicians Welcomes Byung Ko, MD, to Tyler
Tyler, Texas (August 23, 2024) ─ UT Health East Texas is expanding cardiology services in Tyler with the addition of board-certified cardiologist Byung Ko, MD.
Dr. Ko is a structural/interventional cardiologist specializing in valve disease, coronary artery disease, peripheral artery disease and vein disease.
“My fascination with human physiology naturally led me to pursue a career in medicine. During my training, I discovered a particular aptitude for working in the operating room,” he said. “As many surgeries are now being replaced by minimally invasive procedures, I chose interventional cardiology over cardiac surgery.”
Dr. Ko said his goal is to provide the highest quality care by combining his expertise with the latest advancements in the field, ensuring his patients receive the best possible outcomes.
“Throughout my career, I have made it a priority to stay up to date with the latest evidence-based practices,” he said. “I strive to provide information to my patients in terms they can easily understand, and I make treatment decisions based on their preferences.”
Dr. Ko is welcoming patients at 2608 McDonald Road in Tyler. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 903-595-5514.
About UT Health East Texas
UT Health East Texas provides care to thousands of patients each year through an extensive regional network that includes nine hospitals, more than 90 clinics, the Olympic Plaza Tower, 13 regional rehabilitation facilities, two freestanding emergency centers, regional home health services covering 41 counties, an EMS fleet of more than 60 ambulances and four helicopters, and a comprehensive seven-trauma center care network, including the region’s only Level 1 trauma facility.
As a partner with The University of Texas System, UT Health East Texas is uniquely positioned to provide patients with access to leading-edge research and clinical therapies while training and educating the next generation of physicians and other health professionals. The nationally recognized UT System also includes UT MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, as well as three other major university medical centers located throughout the state.