Overview
Allan Pickens is a Thoracic Surgeon in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Pickens is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Lung Nodules, ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Lung Adenocarcinoma, Endoscopy, and Lung Transplant.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 38 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
550 Peachtree St NE Fl 6, Atlanta, GA 30308
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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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Allan Pickens
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Allan Pickens?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Allan Pickens by calling their office at 404-686-2515. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Allan Pickens a top-rated expert for Lung Nodules?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Allan Pickens is classified as an Distinguished expert for Lung Nodules, 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. Allan Pickens specialize in?
While Dr. Allan Pickens is a Thoracic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Lung Nodules, ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, and Lung Adenocarcinoma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Thoracic Surgery.
Does Dr. Allan Pickens participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Allan Pickens has published 38 articles and abstracts on conditions like Lung Nodules. You can view a list of Dr. Allan Pickens's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Allan Pickens accept my insurance?
Dr. Allan Pickens accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 404-686-2515 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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
- Distinguished
- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung CancerDr. Pickens isDistinguished. Learn about ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.
- Lung AdenocarcinomaDr. Pickens isDistinguished. Learn about Lung Adenocarcinoma.
- Lung CancerDr. Pickens isDistinguished. Learn about Lung Cancer.
- Lung NodulesDr. Pickens isDistinguished. Learn about Lung Nodules.
- Pleuropulmonary BlastomaDr. Pickens isDistinguished. Learn about Pleuropulmonary Blastoma.
- Squamous Cell Lung CarcinomaDr. Pickens isDistinguished. Learn about Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma.
- Advanced
- EGFR Positive Lung CancerDr. Pickens isAdvanced. Learn about EGFR Positive Lung Cancer.
- EndoscopyDr. Pickens isAdvanced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Esophageal CancerDr. Pickens isAdvanced. Learn about Esophageal Cancer.
- Fibrosing MediastinitisDr. Pickens isAdvanced. Learn about Fibrosing Mediastinitis.
- Mediastinal TumorDr. Pickens isAdvanced. Learn about Mediastinal Tumor.
- Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC)Dr. Pickens isAdvanced. Learn about Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC).
- Experienced
- AchalasiaDr. Pickens isExperienced. Learn about Achalasia.
- Adult Soft Tissue SarcomaDr. Pickens isExperienced. Learn about Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma.
- Bile Duct StrictureDr. Pickens isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Stricture.
- Congenital Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. Pickens isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia.
- Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. Pickens isExperienced. Learn about Diaphragmatic Hernia.
- EmphysemaDr. Pickens isExperienced. Learn about Emphysema.