Biographical summary
Kaitlyn Krebushevski, D.O., is a Mayo Clinic Scholar and assistant professor of pediatrics in the Division of Pediatric Cardiology at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. Dr. Krebushevski provides care for infants, children, and adults with congenital and structural heart conditions. Her clinical focus includes congenital interventional cardiology, with particular interest in complex pulmonary valve and conduit replacements, coarctation stenting, and support for children requiring extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO).
Dr. Krebushevski is dedicated to advancing catheter-based therapies that improve heart function and quality of life for young patients and their families. She joined Mayo Clinic following completion of her fellowship in pediatric cardiology and ongoing subspecialty training in pediatric and congenital interventional cardiology.
Areas of expertise
Dr. Krebushevski provides specialized cardiac care for children and young adults with congenital or structural heart disease, emphasizing minimally invasive approaches when possible.
- Congenital interventional cardiology: Catheter-based treatments for congenital and structural heart defects
- Pulmonary valve and conduit replacement: Management of complex right ventricular outflow tract reconstruction
- Coarctation stenting: Interventional repair of narrowed aortic segments in children and adults
- ECMO support: Advanced circulatory support for critically ill pediatric patients
Research and expertise
Dr. Krebushevski completed her medical degree at the New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine and pediatric residency at Stony Brook University Hospital, where she was recognized for excellence in teaching, professionalism, and clinical care. She is board-eligible in pediatric cardiology following fellowship training at Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science. Her academic interests include quality improvement and translational research aimed at enhancing interventional outcomes in congenital heart disease.
Personal note
Outside of medicine, Dr. Krebushevski enjoys spending time outdoors — hiking, trail running, and participating in water sports.
Mayo Clinic locations
Education
- 2027
SubSpec FellowPediatric and Congenital Inter, Programs in Rochester, Mayo School of Graduate Medical Education, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine
- 2027
Mayo Clinic ScholarPediatric & Congenital Interventional Cardiology, Programs in Rochester, Mayo School of Graduate Medical Education
- 2026
FellowPediatric Cardiology, Programs in Rochester, Mayo School of Graduate Medical Education, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine
- 2023
Resident - PediatricsStony Brook University Hospital
- 2020
Doctor of Osteopathic MedicineNew York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine
- 2016
BS - Biological Sciences with Concentration in Neurobiology and Behavior
Minor in Human Nutrition College of Agriculture & Life Sciences, Cornell University
Activities and honors
Awards and honors
- 2023
Excellence in Teaching by a Senior ResidentRenaissance School of Medicine, Stony Brook University
- 2023
Resident Professionalism AwardStony Brook University Hospital, SUNY Stony Brook
- 2022
Pediatric Junior Resident of the YearStony Brook University Hospital, SUNY Stony Brook
- 2021
Stony Brook Resident Program Delegate for Section on Pediatric TraineesAmerican Academy of Pediatrics
- 2021
Pediatric Intern Resident of the YearStony Brook University Hospital, SUNY Stony Brook
Professional memberships
- 2025 - present
Fellow RepresentativePediatric Educational Committee
- 2024 - present
MemberPediatric Interventional Cardiology Early Career Society, Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions
- 2024 - present
MemberPediatric and Congenital Interventional Cardiovascular Society (PICS)
- 2020 - 2023
Resident LeaderPediatric Resident Wellness Committee, Stony Brook University Hospital
- 2020 - present
MemberAmerican Academy of Pediatrics
- 2020 - present
MemberAmerican Osteopathic Association
Publications