Dr. Paul A. Jones is board certified in interventional cardiovascular medicine and is the leading interventional cardiologist at Franciscan Physicians Hospital. He is also one of the leading interventional cardiologists in the country.
On September 9, 2005, Dr. Jones performed the first completely percutaneous (minimally invasive) Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm (TAA) stent graft procedure. As founder of the Jones Endovascular Institute, he is also renowned as one of the few doctors in the country to perfect the non-surgical repair of abdominal aortic aneurysms. Furthermore, Dr. Jones is a nationally recognized expert in carotid artery stenting.
His expertise in the areas of cardiology, interventional cardiology and internal medicine have brought him numerous opportunities to help patients and teach professionals all over the world.
Let's look past Dr. Jones' exceptional talent to gain a better understanding of his personal life: who he is, what he likes and how this has influenced where he is today.
Born in East St. Louis, IL, Dr. Jones attended Assumption High School and Saint Louis University where he received his undergraduate degree in biology. In high school, Dr. Jones took interest in football and wrestling, and graduated as valedictorian of his class. When asked about how he chose his current profession, he responded: "Divine intervention. I didn't choose it, it chose me." His smile conveyed the honesty of his answer.
Dr. Jones is married and has two children, Paul Jr. and Alexandria. His wife, Dewnzar, is a child psychiatrist. He and his family live in the south suburbs of Chicago. His goals for the next 10 years include developing a Cardiovascular Regional Center of Excellence at Franciscan Physicians Hospital.
Dr. Jones favorites include some of the following:
Food: seafood
Restaurant: Il Mulino
Movie: Old Charlie Chan films
Actor: Jimmy Stewart
Song: Dance with My Father by Luther Vandross
Dr. Jones is an exceptional physician and his accomplishments and interests demonstrate his passion. We are blessed to have him as part of our Franciscan Physicians Hospital team.
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