Ahmed R. Nassar
Expertise in
8
conditions
Expertise in
8
conditions
1250 S Cedar Crest Blvd, Suite 310, 
Allentown, PA 

Overview

Ahmed Nassar is a Thoracic Surgeon in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Nassar is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Aortic Valve Stenosis, Cardiogenic Shock, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).

His clinical research consists of co-authoring 33 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Graduate Institution

Pennsylvania State University College Of Medicine, Doctor Of Medicine (MD), 2010

Residency

Surgery (General Surgery), Lehigh Valley Health Network-Cedar Crest, Allentown, PA- 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015

Specialties

Thoracic Surgery

Licenses

Surgery in PA

Board Certifications

American Board Of Surgery - Surgery (General Surgery)
American Board Of Thoracic Surgery-Thoracic & Cardiac Surgery - Cardiothoracic Surgery

Fellowships

Thoracic Surgery, University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, NE- 2016, 2017

Hospital Affiliations

Lehigh Valley Hospital - Macungie
Lehigh Valley Hospital
Lehigh Valley Hospital - Hazleton

Languages Spoken

English
Arabic

Gender

Male

Insurance

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

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Capital Blue Cross
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Highmark
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Independent Health
  • EPO
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
PA Health and Wellness
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
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

LVH Cardiac and Thoracic Surgery-1250 Cedar Crest
1250 S Cedar Crest Blvd, Suite 310, Allentown, PA 18103

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.


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LVH Cardiac And Thoracic Surgery-1250 Cedar Crest

1250 S Cedar Crest Blvd, Suite 310, 
Allentown, PA 
 (0.1 miles away)
Languages Spoken:
English

Philosophy of care | My passion is providing patients who have complex cardiovascular problems with the best possible long-term survival and quality of life. I understand that a diagnosis of cardiovascular disease can be very difficult to understand and fully appreciate. I also know how difficult it can be to navigate the health care system for the best results. I offer you and your family the support, knowledge and expertise to make the best decisions for your circumstances, applying the knowledge and therapies that offer the most up-to-date and durable options. I look forward to helping you. | Why I entered medicine | I chose a medical career to advance the health care of patients suffering from cardiovascular disease. | Community involvement | I support the American Heart Association. | Personal interests | Outside of work I enjoy golf, exercise and travel. Dr. Atluri is highly rated in 28 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Aortic Valve Stenosis, Aortic Regurgitation, Heart Transplant, and Lung Transplant.

Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Ahmed R. Nassar

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Ahmed R. Nassar?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Ahmed R. Nassar by calling their office at 610-402-6890. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Ahmed R. Nassar a top-rated expert for Aortic Valve Stenosis?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Ahmed R. Nassar is classified as an Advanced expert for Aortic Valve Stenosis, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Ahmed R. Nassar specialize in?

While Dr. Ahmed R. Nassar is a Thoracic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Aortic Valve Stenosis, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Thoracic Surgery.

Does Dr. Ahmed R. Nassar participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Ahmed R. Nassar has published 33 articles and abstracts on conditions like Aortic Valve Stenosis. You can view a list of Dr. Ahmed R. Nassar's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Ahmed R. Nassar accept my insurance?

Dr. Ahmed R. Nassar accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Capital Blue Cross. We recommend calling the office directly at 610-402-6890 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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