Overview
Dr. Christopher Bariana is a board-certified thoracic surgeon with Orlando Health Cancer Institute. With more than a decade of experience, his expertise includes: Minimally invasive and robotic surgery Robotic esophageal and upper gastrointestinal surgery Gastroesophageal reflux disease surgery Lung and tracheal resections Lung cancer screening and nodule programs Interventional endoscopy Before joining Orlando Health, Dr. Bariana held a variety of positions including acute care surgeon, thoracic and foregut surgeon and medical director of robotic thoracic surgery at facilities in Delaware, New Jersey and Florida. He was recognized as a New Jersey Top Doctor from 2018-2021. Dr. Bariana’s Training Dr. Bariana earned his medical degree at the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. He completed his residency in general surgery at the University of Medicine & Dentistry of New Jersey, where he was chief resident in his final year. Dr. Bariana completed fellowships in cardiothoracic surgery at the Cleveland Clinic, where he was chief cardiothoracic fellow, and in minimally invasive surgery at Greenville Medical Center in South Carolina. About Dr. Bariana Dr. Bariana is board certified in general surgery and thoracic surgery by the American Osteopathic Board of Surgery and licensed as an osteopathic physician by the Florida Department of Health. His professional memberships include the Society of Thoracic Surgeons, Society of Robotic Surgery and Eastern Cardiothoracic Surgical Society.
His clinical expertise encompasses Collapsed Lung, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, Advanced Bronchoscopy, and Endoscopy.
Dr. Bariana is board certified in Cardiothoracic Surgery and General Surgery.
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725 6th Ave. S., Suite 4200, St. Petersburg, FL 33701
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Christopher Bariana
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Christopher Bariana?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Christopher Bariana by calling their office at 727-553-7140. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Christopher Bariana a top-rated expert for Collapsed Lung?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Christopher Bariana is classified as an Experienced expert for Collapsed Lung, 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. Christopher Bariana specialize in?
While Dr. Christopher Bariana is a Thoracic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Collapsed Lung, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, and Lung Cancer. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Thoracic Surgery.
Does Dr. Christopher Bariana accept my insurance?
Dr. Christopher Bariana accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 727-553-7140 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Advanced BronchoscopyDr. Bariana isExperienced. Learn about Advanced Bronchoscopy.
- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung CancerDr. Bariana isExperienced. Learn about ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.
- Collapsed LungDr. Bariana isExperienced. Learn about Collapsed Lung.
- Congenital Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. Bariana isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia.
- EGFR Positive Lung CancerDr. Bariana isExperienced. Learn about EGFR Positive Lung Cancer.
- EndoscopyDr. Bariana isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.