Experienced in Pleuropulmonary Blastoma
Experienced in Pleuropulmonary Blastoma
Lear Von Koch MD & Associates
720 Madison Ave, 
Scranton, PA 

Overview

Lear Koch is a Thoracic Surgeon in Scranton, Pennsylvania. Dr. Koch is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleuropulmonary Blastoma. His top areas of expertise are Pleural Effusion, Carotid Artery Disease, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Heart Valve Repair.

His clinical research consists of co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Specialties
Thoracic Surgery
Licenses
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in PA
Hospital Affiliations
Geisinger-Community Medical Center
Regional Hospital Of Scranton
Wayne Memorial Hospital
Languages Spoken
English
Gender
Male

Insurance

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Accepted insurance plans:

Capital Blue Cross
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Geisinger
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Highmark
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • 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
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Locations

Lear Von Koch MD & Associates
720 Madison Ave, Scranton, PA 18510
Other Locations
Moses Taylor Hospital
700 Quincy Ave, Scranton, PA 18510

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 Total Publications

A conservative surgical approach for management of iatrogenic pulmonary artery perforation.
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"Philosophy of care | Each of my patients is special and I try my best to treat each person as a whole.  I believe in merging the most advanced technological surgical techniques with a holistic approach. | Also, I am a member of the thoracic cancer multidisciplinary consultation team. Together we review your diagnostic information and give you a written opinion reflecting the scope of your condition and recommendations for your best course of care. | Why I entered medicine | I believe medicine and surgery is a true life's calling. To be able to dedicate oneself in treating others is truly a privilege and honor. Surgery allows me to focus on the ""moment"" that is almost a spiritual experience. | Community involvement | While I was practicing in Philadelphia, I started a community 10k and 5k run in Washington Crossing to beat lung cancer. Not only to raise for money for lung cancer research but also to educate the public about lung cancer screening. As a thoracic surgeon, my role extends beyond operating. I potentially can save more – even lives – through education. | Personal interests | I enjoy martial arts, meditation, hiking, camping and fishing. | Image | Lehigh Valley Hospital is ranked 42th for pulmonology and lung surgery on the 2025-2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals list. | ". Dr. Chang is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleuropulmonary Blastoma. His top areas of expertise are Lung Nodules, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma, ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, and Thymectomy.

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