Dr. Igor Brichkov
Overview
Igor Brichkov, MD, FACS, is a fellowship-trained thoracic surgeon with Atlantic Medical Group (AMG). Board-certified in surgery by the American Board of Surgery and in thoracic and cardiac surgery by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery, he specializes in treating a variety of malignant and benign tumors and disorders of the pleural space, the chest wall and the mediastinum, including radiofrequency ablation of lung cancer and treating pleural mesothelioma patients. With more than 20 years of experience in the field, he believes in pursuing minimally invasive treatment and robotic surgery whenever possible, resulting in smaller incisions and shorter recovery times after surgery.After earning his medical degree at Albany Medical College, Albany, NY, Dr. Brichkov performed a general surgical residency at Maimonides Medical Center, Brooklyn, NY, followed by a cardiothoracic surgery residency at Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Montefiore Medical Center, Bronx, New York. He then completed a fellowship in minimally invasive thoracic surgery at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center and served as a clinical instructor at the hospital’s Heart Lung and Esophageal Surgery Institute. Prior to joining AMG, he served as a thoracic surgeon in New York City, and associate professor of cardiovascular and thoracic surgery at Albert Einstein College of Medicine.The author of many publications in peer-reviewed medical journals and book chapters, Dr. Brichkov has presented at several national and international conferences and taught courses in percutaneous tracheostomy and endobronchial ultrasound. He is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS), and member of the Society of Thoracic Surgeons, New York Society for Thoracic Surgery, New York General Thoracic Surgery Club, and the General Thoracic Surgery Club, as well as a participating provider of the Atlantic Accountable Care Organization.
Dr. Brichkov is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, Achalasia, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 12 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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1 Route 37 West, Suite 6, Toms River, NJ 08753
901 West Main Street, Statesir Cancer Center Suite G1, Freehold, NJ 07728
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. Igor Brichkov
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Igor Brichkov?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Igor Brichkov by calling their office at 732-698-8935. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Igor Brichkov a top-rated expert for Gastrostomy?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Igor Brichkov is classified as an Advanced expert for Gastrostomy, 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. Igor Brichkov specialize in?
While Dr. Igor Brichkov is a Thoracic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Gastrostomy, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, and Lung Cancer. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Thoracic Surgery.
Does Dr. Igor Brichkov participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Igor Brichkov has published 12 articles and abstracts on conditions like Gastrostomy. You can view a list of Dr. Igor Brichkov's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Igor Brichkov accept my insurance?
Dr. Igor Brichkov accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Ambetter. We recommend calling the office directly at 732-698-8935 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- AchalasiaDr. Brichkov isAdvanced. Learn about Achalasia.
- Congenital Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. Brichkov isAdvanced. Learn about Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia.
- EndoscopyDr. Brichkov isAdvanced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- GastrostomyDr. Brichkov isAdvanced. Learn about Gastrostomy.
- Hiatal HerniaDr. Brichkov isAdvanced. Learn about Hiatal Hernia.
- Lung CancerDr. Brichkov isAdvanced. Learn about Lung Cancer.
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- Acquired TracheomalaciaDr. Brichkov isExperienced. Learn about Acquired Tracheomalacia.
- Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)Dr. Brichkov isExperienced. Learn about Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS).
- Adult Soft Tissue SarcomaDr. Brichkov isExperienced. Learn about Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma.
- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung CancerDr. Brichkov isExperienced. Learn about ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.
- AngiosarcomaDr. Brichkov isExperienced. Learn about Angiosarcoma.
- Collapsed LungDr. Brichkov isExperienced. Learn about Collapsed Lung.