Dr. Brian L. Pettiford
Overview
Brian Pettiford is a Thoracic Surgeon in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Pettiford is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Thymectomy, and Vagotomy. Dr. Pettiford is currently accepting new patients.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 18 peer reviewed articles and participating in 2 clinical trials. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
1514 Jefferson Hwy, New Orleans, LA 70121
900 Ochsner Blvd, Covington, LA 70433
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.
2 Clinical Trials
Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Brian L. Pettiford
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Brian L. Pettiford?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Brian L. Pettiford by calling their office at 504-842-3966. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Brian L. Pettiford a top-rated expert for ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Brian L. Pettiford is classified as an Distinguished expert for ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, 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. Brian L. Pettiford specialize in?
While Dr. Brian L. Pettiford is a Thoracic Surgery, they have specific expertise in ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma, and Pleuropulmonary Blastoma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Thoracic Surgery.
Does Dr. Brian L. Pettiford participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Brian L. Pettiford has published 18 articles and abstracts on conditions like ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Brian L. Pettiford's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Brian L. Pettiford accept my insurance?
Dr. Brian L. Pettiford accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 504-842-3966 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.
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- Distinguished
- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung CancerDr. Pettiford isDistinguished. Learn about ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.
- Lung CancerDr. Pettiford isDistinguished. Learn about Lung Cancer.
- Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC)Dr. Pettiford isDistinguished. Learn about Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC).
- Pleuropulmonary BlastomaDr. Pettiford isDistinguished. Learn about Pleuropulmonary Blastoma.
- Squamous Cell Lung CarcinomaDr. Pettiford isDistinguished. Learn about Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma.
- Advanced
- Acquired TracheomalaciaDr. Pettiford isAdvanced. Learn about Acquired Tracheomalacia.
- EGFR Positive Lung CancerDr. Pettiford isAdvanced. Learn about EGFR Positive Lung Cancer.
- Esophageal PerforationDr. Pettiford isAdvanced. Learn about Esophageal Perforation.
- Fibrosing MediastinitisDr. Pettiford isAdvanced. Learn about Fibrosing Mediastinitis.
- Lung AdenocarcinomaDr. Pettiford isAdvanced. Learn about Lung Adenocarcinoma.
- Lung NodulesDr. Pettiford isAdvanced. Learn about Lung Nodules.
- Experienced
- AchalasiaDr. Pettiford isExperienced. Learn about Achalasia.
- Collapsed LungDr. Pettiford isExperienced. Learn about Collapsed Lung.
- EndoscopyDr. Pettiford isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- GastrostomyDr. Pettiford isExperienced. Learn about Gastrostomy.
- Lymphofollicular HyperplasiaDr. Pettiford isExperienced. Learn about Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia.
- Mediastinal TumorDr. Pettiford isExperienced. Learn about Mediastinal Tumor.