Overview
James Ackerman is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Mckeesport, Pennsylvania.
His clinical expertise encompasses Esophageal Perforation, Gallbladder Disease, and Gallbladder Removal.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles.
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Insurance
Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.
Accepted insurance plans:
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- HMO
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- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE SNP
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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- HMO
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- PPO
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- HMO
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- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
500 Hospital Way Ste 4, Mckeesport, PA 15132
200 Lothrop St Ste C-800, Pittsburgh, PA 15213
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.
UPMC Heart And Vascular Institute (Center For Thoracic Aortic Disease)
Dr. Ibrahim Sultan is a cardiac surgeon and is certified in general surgery by the American Board of Surgery and cardiothoracic surgery by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery. Dr. Sultan earned his medical degree from Cornell University and completed his residency in general surgery at the Johns Hopkins Hospital. He subsequently completed his residency in cardiothoracic surgery at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, where he also served as an advanced fellow in thoracic aortic surgery and minimally invasive valve surgery. Dr Sultan serves as the Professor and Chief of Cardiac Surgery, the Executive Vice Chair of Cardiothoracic Surgery and Co-Director of the Heart and Vascular Institute at UPMC and the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Dr. Sultan is highly rated in 19 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Dissection, Aortic Valve Stenosis, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR). Dr. Sultan is board certified in American Board Of Surgery and American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Sultan is currently accepting new patients.
UPMC Esophageal And Lung Surgery Institute At UPMC Shadyside
James D. Luketich, MD, is the Henry T. Bahnson Professor of Cardiothoracic Surgery in the Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. He specializes in all areas of thoracic oncology, including lung cancer, mediastinal malignancies, and esophageal cancer, as well as multidisciplinary management (combined chemotherapy/radiation/surgery) of esophagogastric carcinoma and lung cancer, and benign esophageal disease. Dr. Luketich is highly rated in 24 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hiatal Hernia, Esophageal Cancer, Esophageal Perforation, Endoscopy, and Thymectomy. Dr. Luketich is board certified in American Board Of Thoracic Surgery.
West Virginia University Hospitals
Vinay Badhwar is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Morgantown, West Virginia. Dr. Badhwar is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Endocarditis, Bicuspid Aortic Valve, Heart Valve Repair, and Aortic Valve Replacement. Dr. Badhwar is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. James M. Ackerman
How do I make an appointment with Dr. James M. Ackerman?
You can book an appointment with Dr. James M. Ackerman by calling their office at 412-664-2683. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. James M. Ackerman a top-rated expert for Gallbladder Removal?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. James M. Ackerman is classified as an Experienced expert for Gallbladder Removal, 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. James M. Ackerman specialize in?
While Dr. James M. Ackerman is a Thoracic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Gallbladder Removal, Esophageal Perforation, and Gallbladder Disease. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Thoracic Surgery.
Does Dr. James M. Ackerman participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. James M. Ackerman has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Gallbladder Removal. You can view a list of Dr. James M. Ackerman's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. James M. Ackerman accept my insurance?
Dr. James M. Ackerman accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Cigna. We recommend calling the office directly at 412-664-2683 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Esophageal PerforationDr. Ackerman isExperienced. Learn about Esophageal Perforation.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Ackerman isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- Gallbladder RemovalDr. Ackerman isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Removal.