Overview
Eric Kirker is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Portland, Oregon.
Dr. Kirker is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Valve Stenosis, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Aortic Dissection, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 14 peer reviewed articles and participating in 4 clinical trials. Dr. Kirker is currently accepting new patients.
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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. Eric B. Kirker
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Eric B. Kirker?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Eric B. Kirker by calling their office at 503-216-8670. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Eric B. Kirker a top-rated expert for Aortic Valve Replacement?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Eric B. Kirker is classified as an Distinguished expert for Aortic Valve Replacement, 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. Eric B. Kirker specialize in?
While Dr. Eric B. Kirker is a Thoracic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Aortic Valve Replacement, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), and Aortic Valve Stenosis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Thoracic Surgery.
Does Dr. Eric B. Kirker participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Eric B. Kirker has published 14 articles and abstracts on conditions like Aortic Valve Replacement. You can view a list of Dr. Eric B. Kirker's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Eric B. Kirker accept my insurance?
Dr. Eric B. Kirker accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 503-216-8670 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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- Distinguished
- Aortic Valve ReplacementDr. Kirker isDistinguished. Learn about Aortic Valve Replacement.
- Aortic Valve StenosisDr. Kirker isDistinguished. Learn about Aortic Valve Stenosis.
- Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR)
- Advanced
- Aortic DissectionDr. Kirker isAdvanced. Learn about Aortic Dissection.
- Cystic Medial Necrosis of AortaDr. Kirker isAdvanced. Learn about Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta.
- Heart Valve RepairDr. Kirker isAdvanced. Learn about Heart Valve Repair.
- Thoracic Aortic AneurysmDr. Kirker isAdvanced. Learn about Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm.
- Experienced
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA)Dr. Kirker isExperienced. Learn about Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA).
- Adenosine Deaminase 2 DeficiencyDr. Kirker isExperienced. Learn about Adenosine Deaminase 2 Deficiency.
- Aortic RegurgitationDr. Kirker isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Regurgitation.
- Arterial EmbolismDr. Kirker isExperienced. Learn about Arterial Embolism.
- Atrial MyxomaDr. Kirker isExperienced. Learn about Atrial Myxoma.
- Bicuspid Aortic ValveDr. Kirker isExperienced. Learn about Bicuspid Aortic Valve.
- Cardiogenic ShockDr. Kirker isExperienced. Learn about Cardiogenic Shock.
- Congenital Aneurysms of the Great Vessels
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG)Dr. Kirker isExperienced. Learn about Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG).
- GastrostomyDr. Kirker isExperienced. Learn about Gastrostomy.
- Heart Bypass SurgeryDr. Kirker isExperienced. Learn about Heart Bypass Surgery.
- Heart TumorDr. Kirker isExperienced. Learn about Heart Tumor.
- Infective EndocarditisDr. Kirker isExperienced. Learn about Infective Endocarditis.
- Mitral Valve RegurgitationDr. Kirker isExperienced. Learn about Mitral Valve Regurgitation.
- Pacemaker ImplantationDr. Kirker isExperienced. Learn about Pacemaker Implantation.
- Rheumatic FeverDr. Kirker isExperienced. Learn about Rheumatic Fever.
- Ventricular Septal DefectsDr. Kirker isExperienced. Learn about Ventricular Septal Defects.