
Overview
Christian Otero, MD, specializes in cardiothoracic surgery and thoracic surgery and is board-certified by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery. He is affiliated with UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital, UPMC Passavant, UPMC Shadyside and UPMC Presbyterian. Dr. Otero received his medical degree from the Universidad El Bosque/Escuela Colombiana de Medicina and completed his residency at The Ohio State University College of Medicine, followed by a residency and fellowship at Jackson Memorial Hospital - University of Miami Miller School of Medicine.
His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Nodules and Arterial Embolism.
Dr. Otero is board certified in American Board Of Thoracic Surgery. Dr. Otero is currently accepting new patients.
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5200 Centre Avenue, Suite 715, Pittsburgh, PA 15232
UPMC Heart And Vascular Institute (Center For Thoracic Aortic Disease)
Dr. Ibrahim Sultan is a cardiac surgeon and is certified in general surgery by the American Board of Surgery and cardiothoracic surgery by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery. Dr. Sultan earned his medical degree from Cornell University and completed his residency in general surgery at the Johns Hopkins Hospital. He subsequently completed his residency in cardiothoracic surgery at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, where he also served as an advanced fellow in thoracic aortic surgery and minimally invasive valve surgery. Dr Sultan serves as the Professor and Chief of Cardiac Surgery, the Executive Vice Chair of Cardiothoracic Surgery and Co-Director of the Heart and Vascular Institute at UPMC and the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Dr. Sultan is highly rated in 23 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Dissection, Aortic Valve Stenosis, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR). Dr. Sultan is board certified in American Board Of Surgery and American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Sultan is currently accepting new patients.
UPMC Esophageal And Lung Surgery Institute At UPMC Shadyside
James D. Luketich, MD, is the Henry T. Bahnson Professor of Cardiothoracic Surgery in the Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. He specializes in all areas of thoracic oncology, including lung cancer, mediastinal malignancies, and esophageal cancer, as well as multidisciplinary management (combined chemotherapy/radiation/surgery) of esophagogastric carcinoma and lung cancer, and benign esophageal disease. Dr. Luketich is highly rated in 35 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hiatal Hernia, Hernia, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Endoscopy, and Lung Transplant. Dr. Luketich is board certified in American Board Of Thoracic Surgery. Dr. Luketich is currently accepting new patients.
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Rabih Chaer is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Chaer is highly rated in 20 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Nutcracker Syndrome (NCS), Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Carotid Artery Surgery, and Stent Placement.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Christian Otero
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Christian Otero?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Christian Otero by calling their office at 412-569-8520. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Christian Otero a top-rated expert for Lung Nodules?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Christian Otero is classified as an Experienced 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. Christian Otero specialize in?
While Dr. Christian Otero is a Thoracic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Lung Nodules, Arterial Embolism. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Thoracic Surgery.
Does Dr. Christian Otero accept my insurance?
Dr. Christian Otero accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 412-569-8520 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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- Arterial EmbolismDr. Otero isExperienced. Learn about Arterial Embolism.
- Lung NodulesDr. Otero isExperienced. Learn about Lung Nodules.


