Overview
Philosophy of care | My philosophy of care is that candor builds trust between you as the patient and me as your surgeon. Modern medicine is increasingly complex. You can only make good decisions for your own health if you understand the options, including frank discussions of the potential risks and benefits. When I meet with patients and their families, I employ a variety of methods to explain medical terminology and surgical procedures, such as sketching anatomy diagrams. You deserve to feel clear about your alternatives, secure in your decisions and confident in the skills of our entire health care team. | Why I entered medicine | Something can be a cliche and still be true: I wanted to help people. I come from a family of engineers, but I was drawn to the possibility of directly impacting individuals. I enjoy challenges and constantly learning new things. I like being face-to-face with patients and knowing my career is meaningful. It's also gratifying to be able to help my extended family navigate the health care system. | Community involvement | The causes that are most important to me are food insecurity, environmental protection and restoration, and voting rights. I also actively support my school-age children in their sports and other extracurricular community activities. | Personal interests | My current primary hobby is building bicycles and maintaining/modifying them for our family. We also enjoy hiking and playing board games together, and I am an adventurous eater and home cook.
Dr. Shang is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Arterial Insufficiency, Carotid Artery Disease, and Carotid Artery Surgery.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 19 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
1230 S Cedar Crest Blvd, Allentown, PA 18103
2226 Blakeslee Blvd Dr E, Suite 200, Lehighton, PA 18235
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.
LVPG Vascular Surgery-1230 Cedar Crest
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Eric K. Shang
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Eric K. Shang?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Eric K. Shang by calling their office at 610-402-9400. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Eric K. Shang a top-rated expert for Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Eric K. Shang is classified as an Distinguished expert for Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, 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 K. Shang specialize in?
While Dr. Eric K. Shang is a Vascular Surgery, they have specific expertise in Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), and Arterial Insufficiency. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Vascular Surgery.
Does Dr. Eric K. Shang participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Eric K. Shang has published 19 articles and abstracts on conditions like Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm. You can view a list of Dr. Eric K. Shang's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Eric K. Shang accept my insurance?
Dr. Eric K. Shang accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Capital Blue Cross. We recommend calling the office directly at 610-402-9400 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA)Dr. Shang isDistinguished. Learn about Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA).
- Thoracic Aortic AneurysmDr. Shang isDistinguished. Learn about Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm.
- Advanced
- Arterial EmbolismDr. Shang isAdvanced. Learn about Arterial Embolism.
- Arterial InsufficiencyDr. Shang isAdvanced. Learn about Arterial Insufficiency.
- Carotid Artery DiseaseDr. Shang isAdvanced. Learn about Carotid Artery Disease.
- GangreneDr. Shang isAdvanced. Learn about Gangrene.
- Mesenteric Artery IschemiaDr. Shang isAdvanced. Learn about Mesenteric Artery Ischemia.
- Peripheral Artery DiseaseDr. Shang isAdvanced. Learn about Peripheral Artery Disease.
- Experienced
- Aortic DissectionDr. Shang isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Dissection.
- Arterial Tortuosity SyndromeDr. Shang isExperienced. Learn about Arterial Tortuosity Syndrome.
- Carotid Artery SurgeryDr. Shang isExperienced. Learn about Carotid Artery Surgery.
- CellulitisDr. Shang isExperienced. Learn about Cellulitis.
- Chronic Recurrent Multifocal Osteomyelitis
- Deep Vein ThrombosisDr. Shang isExperienced. Learn about Deep Vein Thrombosis.