Dr. Ryan M. Levy
Overview
Ryan M. Levy, MD, is a thoracic surgeon at UPMC Hillman Cancer Center. Dr. Levy specializes in minimally invasive esophageal surgery, minimally invasive lung surgery, esophageal cancer, lung cancer, gastric cancer, gastroesophageal reflux disease, paraesophageal hernias, diaphragm hernias, lung nodules/masses, endoscopic management of Barrett's esophagus and esophageal cancer, diseases of the pleura, mediastinal tumors, tracheal disorders, and inflammatory responses to tissue injury.
Dr. Levy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. His top areas of expertise are Hiatal Hernia, Hernia, Lung Cancer, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 44 peer reviewed articles and participating in 3 clinical trials. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
111 Hazel Lane, Suite 200, Sewickley, PA 15143
9100 Babcock Boulevard, Pittsburgh, PA 15237
620 Howard Avenue, Building 7, Altoona, PA 16601
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
3 Clinical Trials
UPMC Transplant Services - Cardiothoracic
Norihisa Shigemura, MD, PhD, specializes in cardiothoracic surgery. He practices at University of Pittsburgh Physicians, Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery and is affiliated with UPMC Presbyterian, UPMC Shadyside, and UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital. Dr. Shigemura received his medical degree from Osaka University Medical School and completed residencies at Otemae General Hospital, Osaka General Medical Center, and Osaka Prefectural Medical Center. He then went on to complete fellowships at Takarazuka City Hospital, Osaka University Medical School, Prince of Wales Hospital, and the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Dr. Shigemura is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. His top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Fibrosis, Emphysema, Subcutaneous Emphysema, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG).
UPMC Esophageal And Lung Surgery Institute At UPMC Shadyside
James D. Luketich, MD, is the Henry T. Bahnson Professor of Cardiothoracic Surgery in the Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. He specializes in all areas of thoracic oncology, including lung cancer, mediastinal malignancies, and esophageal cancer, as well as multidisciplinary management (combined chemotherapy/radiation/surgery) of esophagogastric carcinoma and lung cancer, and benign esophageal disease. Dr. Luketich is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. His top areas of expertise are Hiatal Hernia, Hernia, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Endoscopy, and Lung Transplant.
UPMC Heart And Vascular Institute (Cardiac Surgery)
Dr. Kaczorowski’s clinical interests include cardiothoracic transplantation, durable and temporary mechanical circulatory support, and adult cardiac surgery. A specific area of clinical focus is minimally invasive left ventricular assist device (LVAD) insertion. Accordingly, Dr. Kaczorowski has provided training for this approach and has hosted surgeons from around the country interested in learning this technique. Clinical research interests include the application of minimally invasive approaches to LVAD insertion and optimizing outcomes patients undergoing LVAD insertion and cardiac transplantation. Dr. Kaczorowski’s clinical research efforts are also directed at improving clinical outcomes in patients supported on extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) and other forms of temporary mechanical circulatory support. In addition to clinical research efforts, Dr. Kaczorowski also conducts translational research. His translational work has focused on the development of technology to facilitate endovascular access through extra-corporeal life support circuits and novel technology intended to reduce complications associated LVADs. Dr. Kaczorowski is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. His top areas of expertise are Aortic Dissection, Cardiogenic Shock, Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta, Heart Transplant, and Heart Bypass Surgery.
Areas of Expertise
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- Elite
- Hiatal HerniaDr. Levy isElite. Learn about Hiatal Hernia.
- Distinguished
- AchalasiaDr. Levy isDistinguished. Learn about Achalasia.
- Congenital Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. Levy isDistinguished. Learn about Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia.
- EndoscopyDr. Levy isDistinguished. Learn about Endoscopy.
- HerniaDr. Levy isDistinguished. Learn about Hernia.
- Lung CancerDr. Levy isDistinguished. Learn about Lung Cancer.
- Lung NodulesDr. Levy isDistinguished. Learn about Lung Nodules.
- Advanced
- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
- Barrett EsophagusDr. Levy isAdvanced. Learn about Barrett Esophagus.
- Collapsed LungDr. Levy isAdvanced. Learn about Collapsed Lung.
- Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. Levy isAdvanced. Learn about Diaphragmatic Hernia.
- EGFR Positive Lung CancerDr. Levy isAdvanced. Learn about EGFR Positive Lung Cancer.
- Esophageal CancerDr. Levy isAdvanced. Learn about Esophageal Cancer.
- Experienced
- Acquired TracheomalaciaDr. Levy isExperienced. Learn about Acquired Tracheomalacia.
- Bile Duct StrictureDr. Levy isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Stricture.
- Chylous AscitesDr. Levy isExperienced. Learn about Chylous Ascites.
- EmphysemaDr. Levy isExperienced. Learn about Emphysema.
- Epithelioid SarcomaDr. Levy isExperienced. Learn about Epithelioid Sarcoma.
- Esophageal PerforationDr. Levy isExperienced. Learn about Esophageal Perforation.