James Lubawski
Distinguished in Esophageal Perforation

Dr. James Lubawski

Thoracic Surgery
Endeavor Health
Loyola University Medical Center
2160 S First Ave, Bldg 110, 
Maywood, IL 
Offers Telehealth
Distinguished in Esophageal Perforation
Endeavor Health
Loyola University Medical Center
2160 S First Ave, Bldg 110, 
Maywood, IL 
OverviewInsuranceLocationsClinical ResearchSimilar Doctors

Overview

James Lubawski is a Thoracic Surgeon in Maywood, Illinois. Dr. Lubawski is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Lung Nodules, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Adenocarcinoma, Thymectomy, and Endoscopy.

His clinical research consists of co-authoring 9 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Graduate Institution
University Of Illinois (Chicago), 2006
Residency
Rush University Medical Center; Dept. of Surgery, Surgery, 2011
Specialties
Thoracic Surgery
Licenses
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in IL
Board Certifications
American Board Of Thoracic Surgery
Fellowships
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Thoracic & Cardiac Surgery, 2013
Hospital Affiliations
Loyola University Medical Center
Elmhurst Memorial Hospital
Edward Hospital
Languages Spoken
English
Gender
Male

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

Find your insurance
Find your insuranceClose

Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Oscar
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
View 2 Less Insurance Carriers -

Locations

Loyola University Medical Center
2160 S First Ave, Bldg 110, Maywood, IL 60153
Call: 708-327-2465
Other Locations
Maywood, IL 60153

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.

1 Clinical Trials

Reducing Surgical Complications in Newly Diagnosed Lung Cancer Patients Who Smoke Cigarettes
Reducing Surgical Complications in Newly Diagnosed Lung Cancer Patients Who Smoke Cigarettes
Enrollment Status: Terminated
Publish Date: July 27, 2022
Intervention Type: Drug, Other
Study Drug: Varenicline
Study Phase: Phase 3

9 Total Publications

Real-world oncologic outcomes of thoracoscopic and open tracheal cancer resection.
Real-world oncologic outcomes of thoracoscopic and open tracheal cancer resection.
Journal: Journal of thoracic disease
Published: July 17, 2025
View All 9 Publications
Similar Doctors
Dean P. Schraufnagel
Distinguished in Esophageal Perforation
Dr. Dean P. Schraufnagel
Thoracic Surgery
Distinguished in Esophageal Perforation
Dr. Dean P. Schraufnagel
Thoracic Surgery
676 N St Clair St Ste 2140, Arkes Pavilion, 
Chicago, IL 
 (11.6 miles away)
312-695-3800
Experience:
13+ years
Languages Spoken:
English
See accepted insurances
Offers Telehealth

Dean Schraufnagel is a Thoracic Surgeon in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Schraufnagel has been practicing medicine for over 13 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Esophageal Perforation, Fibrosing Mediastinitis, Mediastinal Tumor, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

Advanced in Esophageal Perforation
Dr. Diego Mauricio
Thoracic Surgery
Advanced in Esophageal Perforation
Dr. Diego Mauricio
Thoracic Surgery

Thoracic Oncology At Robert H. Lurie Comprehensive Cancer Center

676 N Saint Clair St # 17, 
Chicago, IL 
 (11.6 miles away)
855-826-6384
Languages Spoken:
English
See accepted insurances
Offers Telehealth

Diego Mauricio is a Thoracic Surgeon in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Mauricio is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Esophageal Perforation, Lung Nodules, Lung Cancer, Thymectomy, and Gastrostomy.

Samuel S. Kim
Advanced in Esophageal Perforation
Dr. Samuel S. Kim
Thoracic Surgery
Advanced in Esophageal Perforation
Dr. Samuel S. Kim
Thoracic Surgery
676 N St Clair St Ste 2140, Arkes Pavilion, 
Chicago, IL 
 (11.6 miles away)
312-695-1800
Experience:
24+ years
Languages Spoken:
English
See accepted insurances
Offers Telehealth

Samuel Kim is a Thoracic Surgeon in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Kim has been practicing medicine for over 24 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Lung Nodules, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

VIEW MORE ESOPHAGEAL PERFORATION DOCTORS

Areas of Expertise

MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.

Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers

Find Dr. Lubawski's expertise for a condition
ConditionClose
    • Distinguished
    • ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
      Dr. Lubawski is
      Distinguished
      . Learn about ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.
      See more ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer experts
    • Esophageal Perforation
      Dr. Lubawski is
      Distinguished
      . Learn about Esophageal Perforation.
      See more Esophageal Perforation experts
    • Lung Adenocarcinoma
      Dr. Lubawski is
      Distinguished
      . Learn about Lung Adenocarcinoma.
      See more Lung Adenocarcinoma experts
    • Lung Cancer
      Dr. Lubawski is
      Distinguished
      . Learn about Lung Cancer.
      See more Lung Cancer experts
    • Lung Nodules
      Dr. Lubawski is
      Distinguished
      . Learn about Lung Nodules.
      See more Lung Nodules experts
    • Pleuropulmonary Blastoma
      Dr. Lubawski is
      Distinguished
      . Learn about Pleuropulmonary Blastoma.
      See more Pleuropulmonary Blastoma experts
    View All 7 Distinguished Conditions
    • Advanced
    • EGFR Positive Lung Cancer
      Dr. Lubawski is
      Advanced
      . Learn about EGFR Positive Lung Cancer.
      See more EGFR Positive Lung Cancer experts
    • Fibrosing Mediastinitis
      Dr. Lubawski is
      Advanced
      . Learn about Fibrosing Mediastinitis.
      See more Fibrosing Mediastinitis experts
    • Neuroendocrine Tumor
      Dr. Lubawski is
      Advanced
      . Learn about Neuroendocrine Tumor.
      See more Neuroendocrine Tumor experts
    • Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC)
      Dr. Lubawski is
      Advanced
      . Learn about Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC).
      See more Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC) experts
    • Thymic Epithelial Tumor
      Dr. Lubawski is
      Advanced
      . Learn about Thymic Epithelial Tumor.
      See more Thymic Epithelial Tumor experts
    • Experienced
    • Acquired Tracheomalacia
      Dr. Lubawski is
      Experienced
      . Learn about Acquired Tracheomalacia.
      See more Acquired Tracheomalacia experts
    • Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma
      Dr. Lubawski is
      Experienced
      . Learn about Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma.
      See more Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma experts
    • Collapsed Lung
      Dr. Lubawski is
      Experienced
      . Learn about Collapsed Lung.
      See more Collapsed Lung experts
    • Emphysema
      Dr. Lubawski is
      Experienced
      . Learn about Emphysema.
      See more Emphysema experts
    • Endoscopy
      Dr. Lubawski is
      Experienced
      . Learn about Endoscopy.
      See more Endoscopy experts
    • Epithelioid Sarcoma
      Dr. Lubawski is
      Experienced
      . Learn about Epithelioid Sarcoma.
      See more Epithelioid Sarcoma experts
    View All 27 Experienced Conditions
    Want to save this doctor for later?
    Sign Up
    Is this your doctor?
    Find A Second Opinion
    Not sure about your diagnosis?
    Check Your Symptoms
     
     
     
     
    Learn about our expert tiers
    Learn More
    Are you the provider on this profile?
    Claim Profile
    For Patients
    • Our Story
    • How MediFind Works
    • Conditions A-Z
    • Doctor Directory
    • Symptoms Directory
    • Procedures Directory
    • Treatment Directory
    • Drug Directory
    • Infusion Center Finder
    • FAQ
    • Contact Us
    For Providers and Practices
    • Claim Your Profile
    • Newsroom
    Business Solutions
    • Provider
    • Network Solutions
    Additional Resources
    • Consumer Health Data Privacy Policy
    • Privacy Policy
    • Terms of Use
    • Advertising Policy
    • Content Policy
    Subscribe to our newsletter

    Sign up to stay informed about MediFind and get wellness sent your way.

    Close

      By subscribing, I agree to MediFind's Terms of Use, Privacy Policy and Consumer Health Data Privacy Policy, as applicable.

      Bullet PinMediFind
      Follow us on
      This information is not intended as a substitute for informed medical advice. You should work with a licensed professional to diagnose and treat health conditions. We let the data speak for itself, MediFind does not endorse any healthcare providers.
      © 2026 All Rights Reserved

      Request an Appointment

      If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 9-1-1.

      MediFind will contact the provider for your appointment request. You’ll receive status updates by email. Your provider or MediFind will reach out to you directly by phone or email to schedule your appointment or request additional information.

      Patient Details

      This information is for the patient who will be seen at the appointment.

        Close

        Returning patient? Use your address on file with the provider.

        Insurance Details

        Please provide information of the primary insurance holder as the practice may require this information to schedule.

        Insurance Provider *
        Insurance ProviderClose

        Appointments Details

        Let’s get more information about your appointment.

                0 / 1000
                0 / 1000
                By pressing the Submit button you are agreeing to MediFind’s Terms of Use, Privacy Policy and Consumer Health Data Privacy Policy, as applicable.