Overview
Andrew Tang is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Dallas, Texas.
Dr. Tang is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Traumatic Brain Injury, Gallbladder Disease, Venous Thromboembolism (VTE), Gallbladder Removal, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 193 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Tang is currently accepting new patients.
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Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.
Accepted insurance plans:
- EPO
- HMO
- PPO
Locations
11970 N Central Expy Ste 520, Dallas, TX 75243
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. Andrew L. Tang
Is Dr. Andrew L. Tang a top-rated expert for Traumatic Brain Injury?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Andrew L. Tang is classified as an Distinguished expert for Traumatic Brain Injury, 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. Andrew L. Tang specialize in?
While Dr. Andrew L. Tang is a Thoracic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Traumatic Brain Injury, Gallbladder Removal, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Thoracic Surgery.
Does Dr. Andrew L. Tang participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Andrew L. Tang has published 193 articles and abstracts on conditions like Traumatic Brain Injury. You can view a list of Dr. Andrew L. Tang's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Andrew L. Tang accept my insurance?
Dr. Andrew L. Tang accepts most major insurance plans, including Oscar. We recommend calling the office directly 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
- Traumatic Brain InjuryDr. Tang isDistinguished. Learn about Traumatic Brain Injury.
- Advanced
- Gallbladder RemovalDr. Tang isAdvanced. Learn about Gallbladder Removal.
- Experienced
- AchalasiaDr. Tang isExperienced. Learn about Achalasia.
- Aortic RegurgitationDr. Tang isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Regurgitation.
- Congenital Aneurysms of the Great Vessels
- Coronary Artery AneurysmDr. Tang isExperienced. Learn about Coronary Artery Aneurysm.
- CraniectomyDr. Tang isExperienced. Learn about Craniectomy.
- Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. Tang isExperienced. Learn about Diaphragmatic Hernia.
- EndocarditisDr. Tang isExperienced. Learn about Endocarditis.
- EndoscopyDr. Tang isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Esophageal CancerDr. Tang isExperienced. Learn about Esophageal Cancer.
- Esophageal PerforationDr. Tang isExperienced. Learn about Esophageal Perforation.
- Fibrosing MediastinitisDr. Tang isExperienced. Learn about Fibrosing Mediastinitis.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Tang isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- GastrostomyDr. Tang isExperienced. Learn about Gastrostomy.
- Hemolytic Transfusion ReactionDr. Tang isExperienced. Learn about Hemolytic Transfusion Reaction.
- Hiatal HerniaDr. Tang isExperienced. Learn about Hiatal Hernia.
- Infective EndocarditisDr. Tang isExperienced. Learn about Infective Endocarditis.
- Lung CancerDr. Tang isExperienced. Learn about Lung Cancer.
- Lung NodulesDr. Tang isExperienced. Learn about Lung Nodules.
- MesotheliomaDr. Tang isExperienced. Learn about Mesothelioma.
- Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC)Dr. Tang isExperienced. Learn about Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC).
- PancreaticoduodenectomyDr. Tang isExperienced. Learn about Pancreaticoduodenectomy.
- Pleural EffusionDr. Tang isExperienced. Learn about Pleural Effusion.
- ThymectomyDr. Tang isExperienced. Learn about Thymectomy.
- Thymic Epithelial TumorDr. Tang isExperienced. Learn about Thymic Epithelial Tumor.
- Venous Thromboembolism (VTE)Dr. Tang isExperienced. Learn about Venous Thromboembolism (VTE).


