Kyle W. Riggs, MD

Kyle Riggs, MD, cares for children and young adults with congenital heart disease from their very first days through every stage of life. Congenital cardiac surgery includes the treatment of all types of heart malformations, great vessel defects, single ventricle hearts and issues with veins returning to the heart. Whether it’s a child’s first surgery or another operation later in life, Dr. Riggs is committed to providing expertly delivered, compassionate care.

Dr. Riggs’ journey as a pediatric heart surgeon is deeply personal — he was born with tetralogy of Fallot and underwent two heart operations as a child. Because he’s lived through these experiences, he brings a unique perspective and attention to detail to every patient he treats. Dr. Riggs understands firsthand the challenges and emotions that come with heart surgery, not just for a child but for their entire family. His goal is for heart disease to be a chapter in your child’s story, not a defining or limiting condition. Dr. Riggs strives to provide hope and empathy, always believing that children can go on to live full, adventurous lives after treating their heart disease.

Dr. Riggs is passionate about improving quality of life after surgery and minimizing the number of procedures a child may need over their lifetime. His research focuses on optimizing surgical techniques, especially RV-PA conduit positioning and materials, to maximize the durability of repairs and reduce the need for future operations.

Outside of work, Dr. Riggs’ wife, two children and dog are his life. Most evenings you’ll find him walking around the neighborhood with his family or playing out front greeting anyone who comes by. Dr. Riggs loves hosting friends and traveling with his family as often as possible.