Dr. Eddie Blay
Overview
Dr. Eddie Blay Jr. is board-certified in general surgery and surgical critical care with advanced training in trauma, burns, and emergency surgery. His additional areas of interest and focus include trauma resuscitation, complex abdominal wall reconstruction, chest wall reconstruction and hernia repair. Dr. Blay earned his medical degree from Duke University School of Medicine in Durham, N.C. He then moved to Philadelphia, PA., to complete his general surgery residency at Temple University Hospital before heading to Nashville, TN., where he completed his acute care surgery fellowship at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. Upon completion of his training, Dr. Blay moved to St Louis, MO and practiced trauma surgery, surgical critical care and emergency general surgery. He relocated to North Texas in 2025. Dr. Blay is a member of the American College of Surgeons and the American Association for the Surgery of Trauma. Beyond the operating room, he enjoys traveling, spending time with his family and partaking in basketball and soccer.
His clinical expertise encompasses Omphalocele, Umbilical Hernia, Hernia, Carotid Artery Surgery, and Appendectomy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 17 peer reviewed articles.
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- EPO
- HMO
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- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
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Locations
800 5th Ave, Ste 400, Fort Worth, TX 76104
Clinical Research
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Eddie Blay
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Eddie Blay?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Eddie Blay by calling their office at 817-761-7740. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Eddie Blay a top-rated expert for Omphalocele?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Eddie Blay is classified as an Experienced expert for Omphalocele, 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. Eddie Blay specialize in?
While Dr. Eddie Blay is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Omphalocele, Umbilical Hernia, and Hernia. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Eddie Blay participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Eddie Blay has published 17 articles and abstracts on conditions like Omphalocele. You can view a list of Dr. Eddie Blay's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Eddie Blay accept my insurance?
Dr. Eddie Blay accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alliant Health. We recommend calling the office directly at 817-761-7740 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- AppendectomyDr. Blay isExperienced. Learn about Appendectomy.
- Carotid Artery SurgeryDr. Blay isExperienced. Learn about Carotid Artery Surgery.
- HerniaDr. Blay isExperienced. Learn about Hernia.
- OmphaloceleDr. Blay isExperienced. Learn about Omphalocele.
- Umbilical HerniaDr. Blay isExperienced. Learn about Umbilical Hernia.
- Venous Thromboembolism (VTE)Dr. Blay isExperienced. Learn about Venous Thromboembolism (VTE).