The 20 Best Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm Doctors Near Me in Silver Spring, MD

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Last Updated: 06/30/2026

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MediFind found 291 doctor with experience in Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm near Silver Spring, MD. Of these, 223 are Experienced, 42 are Advanced, 25 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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    Elite in Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm
    Elite in Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm
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    3333 N. Calvert St. Johnston Professional BLDG. LL08

    3333 N Calvert St Ste LL8, 
    Baltimore, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Raghuveer Vallabhaneni is a Vascular Surgeon practicing medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Vallabhaneni is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Idiopathic Edema, Thrombectomy, and Carotid Artery Surgery.

    Distinguished in Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm
    Distinguished in Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm
    Referral may be required

    Johns Hopkins Outpatient Center

    601 North Caroline Street, Floor 8, Floor 8, 
    Baltimore, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Abularrage specializes in vascular and endovascular surgery, with a specific interest in minimally invasive techniques for lower extremity peripheral arterial disease and aneurysm repair. His clinical interests include limb preservation, Diabetic peripheral arterial disease and limb salvage, aortic aneurysms, endovascular aneurysm repair, visceral stents and bypass, and carotid stents and carotid endarterectomy. Dr. Abularrage is an active researcher within the department and has published widely on outcomes research using large, national databases. Recently, Dr. Abularrage and his team have published their outcomes of patients treated in the Multidisciplinary Diabetic Foot & Wound Clinic, showing significantly lower amputation rates compared to national benchmarks. Dr. Abularrage is a distinguished fellow to the Society of the American Board of Surgery, and recipient of the Zehner Award and the R. Clement Darling, Jr. Award. He is nationally renowned for his work in Diabetic peripheral arterial disease and limb preservation. Dr. Abularrage is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Peripheral Artery Disease, Carotid Artery Disease, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Carotid Artery Surgery, and Stent Placement. Dr. Abularrage is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.

    Distinguished in Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm
    Vascular Surgery
    Distinguished in Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm
    Vascular Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Johns Hopkins Outpatient Center

    601 North Caroline Street, Floor 8, Floor 8, 
    Baltimore, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    James Black is a Vascular Surgeon practicing medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Black is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Aortic Dissection, Carotid Artery Surgery, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Black is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.

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    Distinguished in Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm
    Vascular Surgery
    Distinguished in Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm
    Vascular Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Johns Hopkins Outpatient Center

    601 North Caroline Street, Floor 8, Floor 8, 
    Baltimore, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Lum is a clinically busy vascular surgeon specializing in the open and endovascular treatment of peripheral arterial disease, cartoid artery disease, dialysis access, mesenteric occlusive disease, arterial aneurysms and venous disease. In addition, he has a strong clinical & research interest in thoracic outlet syndrome. Dr Lum also has a Masters in Public Health from the Johns Hopkins School of Public Health. Dr. Lum is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm. He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Thoracic Outlet Syndrome, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Carotid Artery Surgery, and Osteotomy. Dr. Lum is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.

    Distinguished in Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm
    Vascular Surgery
    Distinguished in Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm
    Vascular Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Johns Hopkins Outpatient Center

    601 North Caroline Street, Floor 8, Floor 8, 
    Baltimore, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Hicks specializes in congenital aortic pathologies including aberrant subclavian arteries and aortic coarctation, thoracic and abdominal aortic aneurysms, complex lower extremity revascularization including lower extremity bypasses and stenting, and carotid endarterectomy. She is skilled in both open and endovascular surgery for the treatment of aortic and peripheral disease. She is also accomplished in clinical research with over 130 peer-reviewed publications and numerous textbook chapters; her research interests include clinical outcomes in aneurysm repair and lower extremity revascularization, as well as high-value care in vascular surgery. A distinguished fellow of the American Board of Surgery, Dr. Hicks is the recipient of the Department of Surgery Rothman Early Career Development Award for Surgical Research and was selected as a Visiting Scholar to the American Board of Medical Specialties for 2018-2019. She is also an appointed member of a CMS Clinical Expert Subcommittee tasked with refining peripheral vascular disease cost measures for implementation in the Quality Payment Program. LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/caitlin-hicks-b211b617/. Dr. Hicks is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm. She is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Carotid Artery Disease, Peripheral Artery Disease, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Carotid Artery Surgery, and Stent Placement. Dr. Hicks is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.

    Distinguished in Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm
    Thoracic Surgery
    Distinguished in Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm
    Thoracic Surgery
    Referral may be required

    UPMC Cardiothoracic Surgery

    12502 Willowbrook Road, Suite 420, 
    Cumberland, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mark Nelson, MD, specializes in cardiothoracic surgery and is board certified in thoracic and cardiac surgery by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery. He practices at UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute and is affiliated with UPMC Shadyside and UPMC Presbyterian. Dr. Nelson completed his fellowship and residency at West Virginia University School of Medicine and medical education at University of Maryland School of Medicine. Dr. Nelson is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm. He is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Carotid Artery Disease, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Carotid Artery Surgery, and Heart Bypass Surgery. Dr. Nelson is board certified in American Board Of Surgery and American Board Of Thoracic Surgery.

    Distinguished in Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm
    Vascular Surgery
    Distinguished in Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm
    Vascular Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Maryland Vascular Specialists

    3401 Boxhill Corporate Center Dr, Suite 204, 
    Abingdon, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Mark Gonze is a Vascular Surgeon practicing medicine in Abingdon, Maryland. Dr. Gonze is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm. He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Carotid Artery Disease, Carotid Artery Surgery, and Endoscopy. Dr. Gonze is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm
    Distinguished in Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm
    Referral may be required

    MedStar Health: Cardiology Associates At Annapolis

    2002 Medical Pkwy Ste 500, 
    Annapolis,, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Nicholas Paivanas is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Annapolis,, Maryland. Dr. Paivanas is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Atrial Fibrillation, Familial Ventricular Tachycardia, and Arrhythmias.

    Distinguished in Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm
    Vascular Surgery
    Distinguished in Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm
    Vascular Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Johns Hopkins Outpatient Center

    Baltimore, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Bruce Perler completed his internship and residency in general surgery, and a clinical and research fellowship in vascular surgery, at the Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston. Dr. Perler had edited several textbooks including Vascular Intervention: A Clinical Approach, Advances in Vascular Surgery, and Rutherfords Vascular Surgery. He is currently the Co-Editor of Rutherford's Textbook of Vascular Surgery and Endovascular Therapy, 9th edition. He has authored nearly 200 peer-reviewed medical journal articles and textbook chapters on the diagnosis and treatment of the entire spectrum of circulatory diseases. He serves on the Editorial Boards of several vascular surgical journals, and has most recently served as the Senior Editor of The Journal of Vascular Surgery, the Journal of Vascular Surgery: Venous and Lymphatic Disorders, and the Journal of Vascular Surgery Cases. He has delivered more than 200 lectures at national and international symposia and postgraduate courses. He serves on the Board of Directors of the Society for Vascular Surgery, and is past president of the Eastern Vascular Society the Southern Association for Vascular Surgery, and the Chesapeake Vascular Society. He also is the immediate past president of the Society for Vascular Surgery, the largest vascular surgical organization in the world with more than 5,400 members. In December 2015, he was named Associate Executive Director for Vascular Surgery of the American Board of Surgery (ABS). In this position, Dr. Perler oversees all ABS activities associated with vascular surgery assessment and board certification. He will continue to work at Johns Hopkins, both practicing vascular and endovascular surgery and in his departmental administrative position, while fulfilling this role at the ABS. “Dr. Perler’s vast experience in vascular surgery education will be a tremendous asset as we seek to continuously improve our certification and MOC processes for vascular surgeons,” said Dr. Frank R. Lewis, executive director of the American Board of Surgery at the time of the announcement. “We look forward to the contributions Dr. Perler will bring to the ABS.”. Dr. Perler is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Carotid Artery Disease, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Carotid Artery Surgery, and Stent Placement. Dr. Perler is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.

    Distinguished in Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm
    Vascular Surgery
    Distinguished in Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm
    Vascular Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center

    Baltimore, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Thomas Reifsnyder, M.D., FACS, assistant professor of surgery at The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, medical degree at the Indiana University School of Medicine. After completing a surgical internship, residency and vascular fellowship at the Medical College of Wisconsin, he completed an endovascular fellowship at the Southern Illinois University School of Medicine. Before joining Johns Hopkins, Reifsnyder was a member of the teaching faculty at Western Pennsylvania Hospital as well as at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC), St. Margaret Hospital. Credentialed in vascular technology, Dr. Reifsnyder serves as director of vascular surgery and the vascular laboratory at Johns Hopkins Bayview. He has co-authored numerous publications and contributed to several professional organizations and committees across the country with his multi-disciplinary expertise. Dr. Reifsnyder is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gangrene, Peripheral Artery Disease, Idiopathic Edema, Osteotomy, and Carotid Artery Surgery. Dr. Reifsnyder is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.

    Advanced in Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm
    Thoracic Surgery
    Advanced in Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm
    Thoracic Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Johns Hopkins Outpatient Center

    601 North Caroline Street, Floor 8, Floor 8, 
    Baltimore, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Ghoreishi is an internationally recognized expert. He brings exceptional skill in open and endovascular aortic repair, including aortic valve repair, Ross operation, valve sparing aortic root repair, innovation in minimally invasive techniques for aortic aneurysm repair, endovascular repair of high risk patients with acute type A or type B aortic dissection, and first-in-human procedures such as the Endo-Bentall repair for aortic dissection. His clinical leadership and innovation have drawn national and international referrals and advanced standards of care in this challenging field. Dr. Ghoreishi has served as Principal Investigator on several federally funded studies through the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) and is a frequent contributor to national guidelines and surgical education symposia. Dr. Ghoreishi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Dissection, Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Embolectomy, and Heart Bypass Surgery. Dr. Ghoreishi is board certified in American Board Of Thoracic Surgery.

    Advanced in Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Maryland Vascular Specialists

    3401 Boxhill Corporate Center Dr, Suite 204, 
    Abingdon, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Samer Saiedy is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Abingdon, Maryland. Dr. Saiedy is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Idiopathic Edema, Carotid Artery Disease, Venous Insufficiency, Arterial Embolism, and Carotid Artery Surgery.

    Advanced in Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm
    Advanced in Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm
    Referral may be required

    Cardiology Elkton

    111 West High Street, Suite 207, 
    Elkton, MD 
    Experience:
    42+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Erik Marshall is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Elkton, Maryland. He has been practicing medicine for over 42 years. Dr. Marshall is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm. He is also highly rated in 44 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Valve Stenosis, Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM), Cardiomyopathy, Coronary Heart Disease, and Pacemaker Implantation. Dr. Marshall is board certified in National Board Of Echocardiography, Echocardiography.

    Advanced in Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm
    Thoracic Surgery
    Advanced in Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm
    Thoracic Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Johns Hopkins Outpatient Center

    601 North Caroline Street, Floor 7, Floor 7, 
    Baltimore, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Duke Cameron, M.D. is a cardiothoracic surgeon in Baltimore, MD. He is a professor of surgery at the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine. Dr. Cameron is world-renowned for his expertise in the surgical repair of the aorta. He is internationally recognized for his contributions to cardiac surgery, particularly aortic surgery for Marfan syndrome, Loeys-Dietz syndrome and other connective tissue disorders. He also specializes in mitral valve repair and adult congenital heart disease. His multiple academic contributions span the breadth of pediatric and adult cardiac surgery. Dr. Cameron is a graduate of Harvard College and Yale Medical School. He completed his general surgery training at Yale-New Haven Hospital and his cardiothoracic fellowship training at the Johns Hopkins Hospital. After his training, he remained on the faculty at Johns Hopkins. Dr. Cameron most recently served on staff at Massachusetts General Hospital before returning to Johns Hopkins. Dr. Cameron is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Dissection, Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Patent Foramen Ovale Repair, and Heart Valve Repair. Dr. Cameron is board certified in American Board Of Thoracic Surgery.

    Advanced in Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm
    Vascular Surgery
    Advanced in Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm
    Vascular Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Vascular Surgery Associates LLC

    Bel Air, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Yi Zhou is a Vascular Surgeon practicing medicine in Bel Air, Maryland. Dr. Zhou is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Arterial Embolism, Carotid Artery Disease, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), and Carotid Artery Surgery. Dr. Zhou is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.

    Distinguished in Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm
    Vascular Surgery
    Distinguished in Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm
    Vascular Surgery
    Referral may be required

    University Of Maryland Pediatric Associates PA

    22 S Greene St, 
    Baltimore, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Shahab Toursavadkohi is a Vascular Surgeon practicing medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Toursavadkohi is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Aortic Dissection, Embolectomy, and Carotid Artery Surgery.

    Distinguished in Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm
    Vascular Surgery
    Distinguished in Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm
    Vascular Surgery
    Referral may be required

    UM BWMC Vascular Center At Easton

    219 S Washington St, 
    Easton, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Marshall Benjamin is a Vascular Surgeon practicing medicine in Easton, Maryland. Dr. Benjamin is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm. He is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Carotid Artery Disease, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Arterial Insufficiency, and Carotid Artery Surgery. Dr. Benjamin is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm
    Vascular Surgery
    Distinguished in Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm
    Vascular Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Towson - UM Saint Joseph Medical Center

    7505 Osler Dr Ste 302, 
    Towson, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Andre Biuckians is a Vascular Surgeon practicing medicine in Towson, Maryland. Dr. Biuckians is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm. He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Carotid Artery Disease, Necrosis, and Carotid Artery Surgery.

    Distinguished in Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm
    Vascular Surgery
    Distinguished in Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm
    Vascular Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Adventist Medical Group-Primary & Specialty Care

    10709 Indian Head Hwy Ste D1, 
    Fort Washington, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Carlin Williams is a Vascular Surgeon practicing medicine in Fort Washington, Maryland. Dr. Williams is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Dissection, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Arterial Insufficiency, Carotid Artery Surgery, and Gastrostomy.

    Distinguished in Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

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    18109 Prince Philip Dr Ste B100, 
    Olney, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Tareq Massimi is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Olney, Maryland. Dr. Massimi is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Carotid Artery Surgery, and Gastrostomy.

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    Last Updated: 06/30/2026

    What is the definition of Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm?

    An aneurysm is an abnormal widening or ballooning of a portion of an artery due to weakness in the wall of the blood vessel.

    A thoracic aortic aneurysm occurs in the part of the body's largest artery (the aorta) that passes through the chest.

    When should I see a Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm doctor near Silver Spring, MD?

    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 Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm doctor near Silver Spring, MD?

    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 Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm doctors near Silver Spring, MD?

    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 Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm doctors near Silver Spring, MD?

    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 Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm doctor near Silver Spring, MD?

    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 Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm 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 Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm doctor near Silver Spring, MD?

    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 Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm 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 Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm 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 Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm doctors near Silver Spring, MD?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm 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 Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm 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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