Expertise in
7
conditions

Dr. Jorge D. Salazar

Thoracic Surgery
University Pathology Associates PLLC
2500 N State St, 
Jackson, MS 
Accepting New Patients
Expertise in
7
conditions
University Pathology Associates PLLC
2500 N State St, 
Jackson, MS 

Overview

Jorge Salazar is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Jackson, Mississippi.

Dr. Salazar is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ventricular Septal Defects, Pulmonary Atresia, Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS), Pulmonary Valve Stenosis, and Stent Placement.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 75 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Salazar is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Thoracic Surgery

Licenses

Surgery in TX

Languages Spoken

English
Spanish

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Community Health
  • EPO
  • HMO
Community Health Choice
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE SNP
Friday Health

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Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Medicare
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Oscar
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Superior Health Plan
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Walgreens
  • MEDICARE DISCOUNT CARD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER MEDICARE
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

University Pathology Associates PLLC
2500 N State St, Jackson, MS 39216
Other Locations
University of Texas Medical Foundation
6431 Fannin St, Houston, TX 77030

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.

75 Total Publications

Effects of a Sequential Community-Based Multi Component HIV Intervention on Sexual Behavior, Drug Use and Syringe Sharing for People Who Inject Drugs on the US-Mexico Border: A Quasi-Experimental Study.
Effects of a Sequential Community-Based Multi Component HIV Intervention on Sexual Behavior, Drug Use and Syringe Sharing for People Who Inject Drugs on the US-Mexico Border: A Quasi-Experimental Study.
Journal: AIDS and behavior
Published: November 01, 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Jorge D. Salazar

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Jorge D. Salazar?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Jorge D. Salazar by calling their office at 601-984-5170. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Jorge D. Salazar a top-rated expert for Ventricular Septal Defects?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Jorge D. Salazar is classified as an Advanced expert for Ventricular Septal Defects, 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. Jorge D. Salazar specialize in?

While Dr. Jorge D. Salazar is a Thoracic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Ventricular Septal Defects, Pulmonary Atresia, and Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Thoracic Surgery.

Does Dr. Jorge D. Salazar participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Jorge D. Salazar has published 75 articles and abstracts on conditions like Ventricular Septal Defects. You can view a list of Dr. Jorge D. Salazar's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Jorge D. Salazar accept my insurance?

Dr. Jorge D. Salazar accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Cigna. We recommend calling the office directly at 601-984-5170 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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