Dr. Edward R. Kofsky
Overview
Edward Kofsky is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Covington, Louisiana.
Dr. Kofsky is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Valve Stenosis, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Necrosis, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Aortic Valve Replacement.
Dr. Kofsky is board certified in American Board Of Surgery - Surgery and American Board Of Thoracic Surgery - Surgery. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. Dr. Kofsky is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
1000 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Edward R. Kofsky
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Edward R. Kofsky?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Edward R. Kofsky by calling their office at 985-875-2828. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Edward R. Kofsky a top-rated expert for Heart Bypass Surgery?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Edward R. Kofsky is classified as an Advanced expert for Heart Bypass Surgery, 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. Edward R. Kofsky specialize in?
While Dr. Edward R. Kofsky is a Thoracic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Heart Bypass Surgery, Aortic Valve Stenosis, and Aortic Valve Replacement. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Thoracic Surgery.
Does Dr. Edward R. Kofsky participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Edward R. Kofsky has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Heart Bypass Surgery. You can view a list of Dr. Edward R. Kofsky's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Edward R. Kofsky accept my insurance?
Dr. Edward R. Kofsky accepts most major insurance plans, including CareSource and Cigna. We recommend calling the office directly at 985-875-2828 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Advanced
- Aortic Valve ReplacementDr. Kofsky isAdvanced. Learn about Aortic Valve Replacement.
- Aortic Valve StenosisDr. Kofsky isAdvanced. Learn about Aortic Valve Stenosis.
- Heart Bypass SurgeryDr. Kofsky isAdvanced. Learn about Heart Bypass Surgery.
- Heart Valve RepairDr. Kofsky isAdvanced. Learn about Heart Valve Repair.
- Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR)
- Experienced
- Aneurysm RepairDr. Kofsky isExperienced. Learn about Aneurysm Repair.
- Aortic DissectionDr. Kofsky isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Dissection.
- Aortic RegurgitationDr. Kofsky isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Regurgitation.
- Arterial EmbolismDr. Kofsky isExperienced. Learn about Arterial Embolism.
- Atrial MyxomaDr. Kofsky isExperienced. Learn about Atrial Myxoma.
- Bicuspid Aortic ValveDr. Kofsky isExperienced. Learn about Bicuspid Aortic Valve.