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Alexandra Kharazi, MS, MD, FACS

Cardiothoracic Surgeon, CEO and Founder of Heart of Motivation Consulting, author, speaker, educator, medical reviewer, source expert on cardiovascular health

Featured on the 5 Minutes for Me app hosting 'Unleashing Motivation'

J. Nitz M.D., A.Kharazi M.D, J. Speacher M.D., M. Iannetoni M.D | Innovations: Rare Presentation of a Ruptured Sinus of Valsalva Aneurysm
P Sengodan, A. Kharazi M.D, S. Akhter, M.D, R. Nekkanti (CASE 2019) Tracheal Resection From Gunshot Wound To Neck
S Dayal M.S., P. Dugom M.S, A. Kharazi M.D, J. Speicher M.D., O. Olver M.D., C. Anciano M.D | Annals of Thoracic Surgery: Endocardial and Epicardial Rhythmia Mapping Verifies Surgical Maze Lesion Pattern
Kharazi M.D., Frank Villa Hernandez, J. Paul Mounsey M.D., Andy C. Kiser M.D | J Innov Cardiac Rhythm Management
A. Kharazi, P. Sparks, D. Dali, L. Nifong, H. Alwair (2019) Initial Experience with Minimally Invasive Mitral Repair Technique Using Premeasured PTFE Chords: Presented at AATS Mitral Conclave
D. Dali, A. Kharazi, J. Speicher, A. Oliver, M. Iannettoni, C. Anciano (2019) First Reported Use of Cervical Per-Oral Endoscopic Myotomy (POEM) With True Submucosal Tunnel for the Management of Bilateral Killian-Jamieson Diverticuli. Presented at East Carolina University Graduate Medical Education Research Day
A. Meeks, B. Starr, K. Smith, A. Kharazi, J. Lawson (2018) Enhancing the Value of Multidisciplinary Communication to Reduce Provider Fatigue. Presented at North Carolina Association for Healthcare Quality and North Carolina Organization for Nurse Leaders
A. Kharazi, K. Smith, A. Meeks, P. Sparks, M. Iannettoni (2018) Thoracic Surgery Protocols. Presented at East Carolina University Graduate Medical Education Research Day
A. Kharazi, P. Chugh, E. Lebovics, T. Weigel (2017) Endoscopic Transesophageal Mediastinal Drainage for a Persistent Esophageal Leak Despite Surgical Repair. Presented at World Congress of Gastroenterology at ACG 2017, Orlando, FL
A. Safaya, A. Kharazi, Y. Zhang, A. Brudnicki, S. Pandya (2017) Renal vein to renal collecting system fistula: an extreme complication from central venous thrombosis secondary to an indwelling catheter, Journal of Pediatric Surgery Case Reports
A. Kharazi, R. Lodescar, J. Savino. (2015). Analysis of Efforts to Reduce Surgical Site Infections in Colon Procedures. Oral Presentation presented at: Dr. Louis R.M. Del Guercio Professorship and Research Day, Poster Session; Valhalla, NY
A. Kharazi, M. Xu, G. Stringel. (2015). Creation of Thoracoscopic Pericardial Window in Neonate. Poster presented at Dr. Louis R.M. Del Guercio Professorship and Research Day Poster Session, Valhalla, NY
A. Kharazi, L. Lecompte, S. Pandya, W.J. McBride. (2014) An Unusual Case of Mesenteric Fibromatosis in a Pediatric Patient. Presented at Southeastern Surgical Congress, Poster Session, Chatanooga, TN
A. Kharazi, J Savino. Where does source control fit into the paradigm of severe sepsis? Presented at Dr. Louis R.M. Del Guercio Professorship and Research Day, Poster Session, Valhalla, NY

"Dr. Alexandra Kharazi has an extraordinary ability to communicate complex ideas in an accessible, engaging manner for the audience, which truly sets her apart. Her sophisticated, cutting-edge concepts are both understandable and captivating for his audience. She is naturally engaging on the television camera. Her presentations are informative and rich in powerful that bridge the gap between science and emotion, leaving lasting impressions. What truly amplifies Dr. Kharazi's impact as a speaker is her ability to remain at the forefront of the rapidly evolving field of cardiothoracic surgery. Dr. Kharazi's message moves and her work transforms."

Liudmila Schafer, MD, FACP, Oncologist, TV and Podcast Host, Bestseller Author, Professional Speaker

"Thank you for your audio, the content is fabulous and we love the concept of flipping your feelings from the negative, and also the mindset coordinates."

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Bio

Origin Story

Alexandra Kharazi, MD, is a board-certified cardiothoracic surgeon and a skydiver. She levels the playing field of knowledge around defining privilege, sorting through emotion, and defining a sequence of events to help people make informed decisions and bravely build their best life every day.

Growing up as a 1st generation immigrant and starting a career as a female surgeon, she has a first-hand understanding of navigating adversity. As a female cardiothoracic surgeon, Dr. Kharazi has pursued hard-fought advances in her career for 11 years. She is the founder of The Heart of Motivation Consulting, helping people to navigate their life journey through personal deployment, mindset coordinates, and life sequences. Dr. Kharazi offers strategic knowledge that empowers people with personal enrichment, leadership, and lifestyle changes.

Having received multiple honors and recognition for patient satisfaction, she has been featured in regional and national media outlets and peer-review journals, Medium, KevinMD, and Doximity among a few. Dr. Kharazi is the author of “The Heart of Fear” and offers realistic success plans that help her audience to become better … both personally and professionally.

Dr. Kharazi is board certified in general surgery and cardiothoracic surgery. She has publications in numerous medical journals including The Annals of Thoracic Surgery, Innovations: Technology and Techniques in Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery, and Journal of Innovations in Cardiac Rhythm Management.

In addition to her medical degree, Dr. Kharazi holds a masters degree in biology, having completed a masters thesis titled "Generation and molecular analysis of dominant negative alleles of anthrax lethal factor in Drosophila."

She is a member of the American College of Surgeons.