Overview
Joseph Wizorek is a Thoracic Surgeon in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Wizorek is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 4 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
979 E 3rd St Ste C520, Chattanooga, TN 37403
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. Joseph Wizorek
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Joseph Wizorek?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Joseph Wizorek by calling their office at 423-778-5661. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Joseph Wizorek a top-rated expert for Lung Cancer?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Joseph Wizorek is classified as an Advanced expert for Lung Cancer, 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. Joseph Wizorek specialize in?
While Dr. Joseph Wizorek is a Thoracic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Lung Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), and Pleuropulmonary Blastoma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Thoracic Surgery.
Does Dr. Joseph Wizorek participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Joseph Wizorek has published 4 articles and abstracts on conditions like Lung Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Joseph Wizorek's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Joseph Wizorek accept my insurance?
Dr. Joseph Wizorek accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 423-778-5661 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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- Advanced
- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
- EGFR Positive Lung CancerDr. Wizorek isAdvanced. Learn about EGFR Positive Lung Cancer.
- Lung AdenocarcinomaDr. Wizorek isAdvanced. Learn about Lung Adenocarcinoma.
- Lung CancerDr. Wizorek isAdvanced. Learn about Lung Cancer.
- Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC)Dr. Wizorek isAdvanced. Learn about Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC).
- Pleuropulmonary BlastomaDr. Wizorek isAdvanced. Learn about Pleuropulmonary Blastoma.
- Experienced
- AchalasiaDr. Wizorek isExperienced. Learn about Achalasia.
- Advanced BronchoscopyDr. Wizorek isExperienced. Learn about Advanced Bronchoscopy.
- Barrett EsophagusDr. Wizorek isExperienced. Learn about Barrett Esophagus.
- Collapsed LungDr. Wizorek isExperienced. Learn about Collapsed Lung.
- Congenital Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. Wizorek isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia.
- Donnai-Barrow SyndromeDr. Wizorek isExperienced. Learn about Donnai-Barrow Syndrome.