Center of Cardiovascular Surgery and Interventional Cardiology
at the N.I. Pirogov Clinic of High Medical Technologies of St. Petersburg State University
Anonymous
Oct 4, 2025
I would like to express my deepest gratitude to cardiac surgeon Dr. V. V. Balakhonov for saving my life! He was both the assisting surgeon and my attending physician. It all began with blood pressure problems. After a heart ultrasound, I heard terrifying words: “You need surgery.” I was very scared, but the doctor was able to instill such confidence and calmness that all doubts disappeared. His calm tone, clear explanations, and sincere desire to help created an incredible sense of trust. What I liked: The operation was successful — a new valve was implanted, and an aneurysm was removed. I also want to thank the anesthesiologist, the surgeon, and the entire medical team.
Pyotr Y. Shchegolev
Mar 18, 2025
Cherepovets city
On March 11, 2025, cardiovascular surgeon Dr. Vasily Vasilyevich Balakhov carefully reviewed my medical records and determined that recanalization and stenting of my right coronary artery (RCA) was the best course of action. He explained his decision clearly, emphasizing that open-heart surgery would have been too risky for me. His thorough and patient communication left me fully confident in his plan. Thanks to Dr. Balakhov’s expertise and the skill of his cardiology team, the procedure was successfully performed on March 12. My health has improved dramatically. A heartfelt thank you to Dr. Balakhov and his colleagues! Pyotr Yuryevich Shchegolev, Cherepovets
Anonymous
Jul 17, 2024
Thank you to the staff of the department for the warm, comfortable atmosphere, which is in your department, for cleanliness and coziness, for good attitude! Thank you to my favorite doctors: Balakhonov V.V., Sorokin A.A., Kim G.I., Prototorova Y.D., Starozzhskaya M.V. You don't just help people, you save them. Your work is priceless. Live a million years! And let in the hustle of running days, everything will be fine with you!
Anonymous
Jul 4, 2024
My father went to the doctor. In the spring, my father had periodic pains in the heart area, he went to an appointment with cardiac surgeon Vasily Balakhonov. The doctor examined him carefully and gave recommendations. As a result, after thorough examinations, the father was invited to come to the Pirogov Clinic of High Medical Technologies for a coronary angiography procedure, which revealed serious problems with the heart vessels, and an open heart operation was required. The doctor was actively involved in my father's surgery. As a result, Vasily Vasilyevich helped my father overcome a serious illness. Thank you so much for his tireless work and attention!
Anonymous
May 23, 2024
My mother was in the Pirogov clinic. She had bypass surgery. Vasily Vasilyevich was an assistant surgeon who made a significant contribution to improving the quality of the operation. I am very grateful for the attitude towards the patient, for the active participation in the recovery. I wish you all the best! Thank you!