Overview
Christopher Eger is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c..
His clinical expertise encompasses Collapsed Lung, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, Gastrostomy, and Thymectomy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article.
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Locations
106 Irving St NW Ste 211, Washington, DC 20010
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. Christopher M. Eger
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Christopher M. Eger?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Christopher M. Eger by calling their office at 202-829-5603. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Christopher M. Eger a top-rated expert for Collapsed Lung?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Christopher M. Eger 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 M. Eger specialize in?
While Dr. Christopher M. Eger 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 M. Eger participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Christopher M. Eger has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Collapsed Lung. You can view a list of Dr. Christopher M. Eger's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Christopher M. Eger accept my insurance?
Dr. Christopher M. Eger accepts most major insurance plans, including Blue Cross Blue Shield and CareFirst. We recommend calling the office directly at 202-829-5603 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
- Experienced
- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
- Collapsed LungDr. Eger isExperienced. Learn about Collapsed Lung.
- EGFR Positive Lung CancerDr. Eger isExperienced. Learn about EGFR Positive Lung Cancer.
- Esophageal PerforationDr. Eger isExperienced. Learn about Esophageal Perforation.
- GastrostomyDr. Eger isExperienced. Learn about Gastrostomy.
- Lung AdenocarcinomaDr. Eger isExperienced. Learn about Lung Adenocarcinoma.
- Lung CancerDr. Eger isExperienced. Learn about Lung Cancer.
- Lung NodulesDr. Eger isExperienced. Learn about Lung Nodules.
- Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC)Dr. Eger isExperienced. Learn about Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC).
- Parapneumonic Pleural EffusionDr. Eger isExperienced. Learn about Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion.
- Pleural EffusionDr. Eger isExperienced. Learn about Pleural Effusion.
- PleurisyDr. Eger isExperienced. Learn about Pleurisy.
- Pleuropulmonary BlastomaDr. Eger isExperienced. Learn about Pleuropulmonary Blastoma.
- Squamous Cell Lung CarcinomaDr. Eger isExperienced. Learn about Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma.
- Thoracic Aortic AneurysmDr. Eger isExperienced. Learn about Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm.
- ThymectomyDr. Eger isExperienced. Learn about Thymectomy.
- Thymic Epithelial TumorDr. Eger isExperienced. Learn about Thymic Epithelial Tumor.

