AUSTIN CULVER, MD

Austin Culver, MD, is a cardiac critical care specialist at the University of Minnesota and Fairview East Bank Hospital. He is board-certified in cardiovascular disease, critical care medicine, internal medicine, and echocardiography. He cares for patients with serious heart conditions requiring intensive care, including severe heart failure and cardiac arrest. His expertise includes heart ultrasound and advanced treatments that temporarily support heart and lung function during critical illness. Dr. Culver emphasizes compassionate, individualized care and clear communication. He works closely with patients, families, and the care team to explain complex medical conditions and guide treatment decisions that reflect each patient’s needs and goals. As an assistant professor, he also teaches future physicians and works to improve care for critically ill patients.