Overview
Ernest Chan is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Crown Point, Indiana.
His clinical expertise encompasses Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), Esophageal Cancer, Systemic Sclerosis (SSc), Endoscopy, and Heart Bypass Surgery.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 85 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial.
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Locations
10855 Virginia St, Crown Point, IN 46307
5841 S Maryland Ave, Chicago, IL 60637
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.
1 Clinical Trials
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Ernest Chan
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Ernest Chan?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Ernest Chan by calling their office at 219-407-5500. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Ernest Chan a top-rated expert for Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Ernest Chan is classified as an Experienced expert for Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), 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. Ernest Chan specialize in?
While Dr. Ernest Chan is a Thoracic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), Esophageal Cancer, and Systemic Sclerosis (SSc). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Thoracic Surgery.
Does Dr. Ernest Chan participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Ernest Chan has published 85 articles and abstracts on conditions like Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC). You can view a list of Dr. Ernest Chan's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Ernest Chan accept my insurance?
Dr. Ernest Chan accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 219-407-5500 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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- Experienced
- Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. Chan isExperienced. Learn about Diaphragmatic Hernia.
- EndoscopyDr. Chan isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Esophageal CancerDr. Chan isExperienced. Learn about Esophageal Cancer.
- Heart Bypass SurgeryDr. Chan isExperienced. Learn about Heart Bypass Surgery.
- Hepatic IschemiaDr. Chan isExperienced. Learn about Hepatic Ischemia.
- Hiatal HerniaDr. Chan isExperienced. Learn about Hiatal Hernia.