The 20 Best Pectus Excavatum Doctors Near Me in Florida, US

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The 20 Best Pectus Excavatum Doctors in Florida, US

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 146 doctor with experience in Pectus Excavatum near Florida, US. Of these, 121 are Experienced, 21 are Advanced and 4 are Distinguished.

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    Nicole M. Chandler
    Distinguished in Pectus Excavatum
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Pectus Excavatum
    General Surgery

    Johns Hopkins All Children's Outpatient Care, St. Petersburg

    601 5th Street South, Suite 360, Suite 360, 
    Saint Petersburg, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Chandler is chief of the Division of Pediatric Surgery and the Pediatric Surgery Fellowship Program Director at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital. She joined the medical staff in 2008, became interim chief in 2020 and was named full-time chief in 2021. She also is an associate professor of Surgery at the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine. Dr. Chandler’s clinical and research areas of interest are minimally invasive surgery including pectus excavatum, and pediatric cancer surgery. She is a member of the American College of Surgeons. Dr. Chandler was named Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital physician of the year in the 2017 Johns Hopkins Medicine Clinical Excellence Awards. Dr. Chandler earned her medical degree from the University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worcester, where she completed her general surgical residency. She completed a research fellowship in surgery at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Harvard Medical School, and was principal investigator for a grant that focused on overcoming chemoresistance in pancreatic cancer. She also completed a fellowship in pediatric surgery at The Johns Hopkins Hospital and School of Medicine in Baltimore, Maryland, with training in laparoscopic and advanced miniature access surgery. Dr. Chandler is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pectus Excavatum. Her top areas of expertise are Appendicitis, Pectus Excavatum, Gangrene, Appendectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Ian Drexler
    Advanced in Pectus Excavatum
    Radiology
    Advanced in Pectus Excavatum
    Radiology

    Egil And Pauline Braathen Center/Maroone Cancer Center

    2950 Cleveland Clinic Boulevard, 
    Weston, FL 
    Experience:
    20+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ian Drexler is a Radiologist in Weston, Florida. Dr. Drexler has been practicing medicine for over 20 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pectus Excavatum. His top areas of expertise are Interstitial Lung Disease, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, and Emphysema.

    Paul D. Danielson
    Advanced in Pectus Excavatum
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Pectus Excavatum
    General Surgery

    Johns Hopkins All Children's Outpatient Care, St. Petersburg

    601 5th Street South, Suite 360, Suite 360, 
    Saint Petersburg, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Danielson is associate dean of clinical affairs at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital. Dr. Danielson also began serving as president of All Children’s Specialty Physicians (ACSP) in 2023, first on an interim basis and then permanently. A clinical professor of surgery, he has chaired the Johns Hopkins All Children's Department of Surgery since 2020 and was interim chair from 2018 to 2020. He specializes in general surgery and was an early adopter of minimally invasive surgical techniques, developing expertise in treating chest wall deformities. Dr. Danielson founded the first fellowship sponsored by Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital in pediatric surgery and was also instrumental in bringing the National Quality Improvement in Surgery Program to the institution. He was named Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital physician of the year in the 2015 Johns Hopkins Medicine Clinical Awards. He joined the hospital staff in 2008. He retired as a colonel from the U.S. Army Reserve in 2017 after serving in both Iraq and Afghanistan. Dr. Danielson earned his medical degree from the University of Rochester where he also completed the residency program in general surgery through Strong Memorial Hospital. He completed a research fellowship in pediatric surgery at Massachusetts General Hospital/Harvard University and a clinical fellowship in pediatric surgery at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles. Before joining Johns Hopkins All Children’s, he served as director of pediatric surgical oncology at the University of Massachusetts. Dr. Danielson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pectus Excavatum. His top areas of expertise are Appendicitis, Pectus Excavatum, Omphalocele, Appendectomy, and Endoscopy.

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    Charles A. Salzberg
    Advanced in Pectus Excavatum
    Plastic Surgery
    Advanced in Pectus Excavatum
    Plastic Surgery

    Iconic Dermatology

    8745 N US Highway 1, 
    Sebastian, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Charles Salzberg is a Plastic Surgeon in Sebastian, Florida. Dr. Salzberg is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pectus Excavatum. His top areas of expertise are Melanoma, Pectus Carinatum, Pectus Excavatum, and Breast Enlargement In Males. Dr. Salzberg is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Pectus Excavatum
    Pediatric Surgery
    Distinguished in Pectus Excavatum
    Pediatric Surgery

    LPG Pediatric Surgical Specialties

    16230 Summerlin Rd Ste 215, 
    Fort Myers, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Andre Hebra is a Pediatric Surgeon in Fort Myers, Florida. Dr. Hebra is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pectus Excavatum. His top areas of expertise are Pectus Excavatum, Hernia, Infantile Pyloric Stenosis, Necrotizing Fasciitis, and Endoscopy.

    Distinguished in Pectus Excavatum
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Pectus Excavatum
    General Surgery

    University Medical Service Association Inc

    13330 Usf Laurel Dr, 
    Tampa, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Joseph Sujka is a General Surgeon in Tampa, Florida. Dr. Sujka is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pectus Excavatum. His top areas of expertise are Hiatal Hernia, Hernia, Gastroparesis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Distinguished in Pectus Excavatum
    Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Pectus Excavatum
    Internal Medicine

    Inpatient Specialists Group

    203 N Marion St Fl 2, 
    Tampa, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Manuel Lopez is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Tampa, Florida. Dr. Lopez is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pectus Excavatum. His top areas of expertise are Pectus Excavatum, Pectus Carinatum, Esophageal Atresia, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Advanced in Pectus Excavatum
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Pectus Excavatum
    General Surgery

    Uf Health Surgery-Jacksonville

    653 W 8th St # 2, 
    Jacksonville, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Raphael Parrado is a General Surgeon in Jacksonville, Florida. Dr. Parrado is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pectus Excavatum. His top areas of expertise are Pectus Excavatum, Appendicitis, Infantile Pneumothorax, Hernia, and Appendectomy.

    Advanced in Pectus Excavatum
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Advanced in Pectus Excavatum
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Carolyn M. Carey MD PA

    2 Tampa General Cir Fl 7, 
    Tampa, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sandra Farach is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Tampa, Florida. Dr. Farach is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pectus Excavatum. Her top areas of expertise are Appendicitis, Pectus Excavatum, Gastrointestinal Perforation, Appendectomy, and Gallbladder Removal.

    Advanced in Pectus Excavatum
    Interventional Radiology
    Advanced in Pectus Excavatum
    Interventional Radiology

    Lake Medical Imaging And Breast Center At The Villages LLC

    801 E Dixie Ave Ste 104, 
    Leesburg, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Pairoj Chang is an Interventional Radiologist in Leesburg, Florida. Dr. Chang is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pectus Excavatum. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Visceromegaly, Lung Cancer, Bone Graft, and Vertebroplasty.

    Kara Alexander
    Experienced in Pectus Excavatum
    Experienced in Pectus Excavatum

    Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital

    501 6th Avenue South, 
    Saint Petersburg, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Alexander is a diagnostic radiologist at Johns Hopkins All Children’s. She sees patients on the hospital’s St. Petersburg, Florida, campus. She joined the medical staff in 2025. She was previously a radiologist at Boston Children’s Hospital. Dr. Alexander earned her medical degree from the University of Kansas School of Medicine in Wichita. She completed a diagnostic radiology residency at the University of Missouri in Kansas City. She then completed a diagnostic pediatric radiology fellowship followed by a pediatric musculoskeletal radiology fellowship at Boston Children’s Hospital. Dr. Alexander is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pectus Excavatum. Her top areas of expertise are Scoliosis, Osteochondritis Dissecans, Knock Knees, and Caffey Disease.

    Jacobo Kirsch
    Experienced in Pectus Excavatum
    Experienced in Pectus Excavatum

    Egil And Pauline Braathen Center/Maroone Cancer Center

    2950 Cleveland Clinic Boulevard, 
    Weston, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hebrew, Spanish

    Jacobo Kirsch is a Cardiologist in Weston, Florida. Dr. Kirsch is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pectus Excavatum. His top areas of expertise are Emphysema, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, and Interstitial Lung Disease.

    Bruno Hochhegger
    Experienced in Pectus Excavatum
    Experienced in Pectus Excavatum

    Uf Health Medical Lab-Shands Hospital

    1600 SW Archer Rd, 
    Gainesville, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Bruno Hochhegger is a Radiologist in Gainesville, Florida. Dr. Hochhegger is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pectus Excavatum. His top areas of expertise are Lung Nodules, Emphysema, Interstitial Lung Disease, Pleural Effusion, and Endoscopy.

    Simon Dorton
    Experienced in Pectus Excavatum
    Experienced in Pectus Excavatum

    Egil And Pauline Braathen Center/Maroone Cancer Center

    2950 Cleveland Clinic Boulevard, 
    Weston, FL 
    Experience:
    36+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Simon Dorton is a Radiologist in Weston, Florida. Dr. Dorton has been practicing medicine for over 36 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pectus Excavatum. His top areas of expertise are Osteopenia, Melorheostosis, Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, and Pleurisy.

    Amer Hanano
    Experienced in Pectus Excavatum
    Radiology
    Experienced in Pectus Excavatum
    Radiology

    Egil And Pauline Braathen Center/Maroone Cancer Center

    2950 Cleveland Clinic Boulevard, 
    Weston, FL 
    Experience:
    24+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Amer Hanano is a Radiologist in Weston, Florida. Dr. Hanano has been practicing medicine for over 24 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pectus Excavatum. His top areas of expertise are Calcium Pyrophosphate Arthritis, Tenosynovitis, Ascites, Pleurisy, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Caitlin Crosier
    Experienced in Pectus Excavatum
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Pectus Excavatum
    General Surgery

    Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital

    501 6th Avenue South, 
    Saint Petersburg, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Caitlin Crosier is a General Surgeon in Saint Petersburg, Florida. Dr. Crosier is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pectus Excavatum. Her top area of expertise is Pectus Excavatum.

    Kellianne C. Kleeman
    Advanced in Pectus Excavatum
    Thoracic Surgery
    Advanced in Pectus Excavatum
    Thoracic Surgery

    Nemours Children's Hospital, Florida

    6535 Nemours Parkway, 
    Orlando, FL 
    Experience:
    23+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kellianne Kleeman is a Thoracic Surgeon in Orlando, Florida. Dr. Kleeman has been practicing medicine for over 23 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pectus Excavatum. Her top areas of expertise are Sternal Cleft, Pectus Excavatum, Pectus Carinatum, and Double Aortic Arch.

    Adela T. Casas
    Advanced in Pectus Excavatum
    Pediatric Surgery
    Advanced in Pectus Excavatum
    Pediatric Surgery

    Nemours Children's Hospital, Florida

    6535 Nemours Parkway, 
    Orlando, FL 
    Experience:
    39+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Adela Casas is a Pediatric Surgeon in Orlando, Florida. Dr. Casas has been practicing medicine for over 39 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pectus Excavatum. Her top areas of expertise are Pectus Excavatum, Urachal Cyst, Pilonidal Sinus Disease, Gastrostomy, and Appendectomy.

    Sang-woo Pak
    Advanced in Pectus Excavatum
    Pediatric Surgery
    Advanced in Pectus Excavatum
    Pediatric Surgery

    Nemours Children's Health, Jacksonville

    807 Children's Way, 
    Jacksonville, FL 
    Experience:
    8+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sang-woo Pak is a Pediatric Surgeon in Jacksonville, Florida. Dr. Pak has been practicing medicine for over 8 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pectus Excavatum. His top areas of expertise are Infantile Pyloric Stenosis, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Pectus Carinatum, and Hirschsprung Disease.

    Robert W. Letton
    Advanced in Pectus Excavatum
    Pediatric Surgery
    Advanced in Pectus Excavatum
    Pediatric Surgery

    Nemours Children's Health, Jacksonville

    807 Children's Way, 
    Jacksonville, FL 
    Experience:
    4+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robert Letton is a Pediatric Surgeon in Jacksonville, Florida. Dr. Letton has been practicing medicine for over 4 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pectus Excavatum. His top areas of expertise are Pectus Excavatum, Infantile Pyloric Stenosis, Pilonidal Sinus Disease, Pectus Carinatum, and Splenectomy.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Pectus Excavatum?

    Pectus excavatum is a medical term that describes an abnormal formation of the rib cage that gives the chest a caved-in or sunken appearance.

    When should I see a Pectus Excavatum doctor in Florida, US?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Pectus Excavatum doctor in Florida, US?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Pectus Excavatum doctors in Florida, US?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Pectus Excavatum doctors in Florida, US?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Pectus Excavatum doctor in Florida, US?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Pectus Excavatum doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Pectus Excavatum doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Pectus Excavatum doctor in Florida, US?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Pectus Excavatum doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Pectus Excavatum doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Pectus Excavatum doctors in Florida, US?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Pectus Excavatum doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Pectus Excavatum doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Pectus Excavatum doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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