Overview
Justin Van Backer is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Plainville, Connecticut.
Dr. Van Backer is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Collapsed Lung, Esophageal Perforation, Fibrosing Mediastinitis, Hemorrhoidectomy, and Endoscopy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 7 peer reviewed articles.
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Locations
201 N Mountain Rd Ste 202, Plainville, CT 6062.
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. Justin T. Van Backer
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Justin T. Van Backer?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Justin T. Van Backer by calling their office at 860-696-4923. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Justin T. Van Backer a top-rated expert for Collapsed Lung?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Justin T. Van Backer is classified as an Advanced expert for Collapsed Lung, 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. Justin T. Van Backer specialize in?
While Dr. Justin T. Van Backer is a Thoracic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Collapsed Lung, Esophageal Perforation, and Fibrosing Mediastinitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Thoracic Surgery.
Does Dr. Justin T. Van Backer participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Justin T. Van Backer has published 7 articles and abstracts on conditions like Collapsed Lung. You can view a list of Dr. Justin T. Van Backer's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Justin T. Van Backer accept my insurance?
Dr. Justin T. Van Backer accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 860-696-4923 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.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Advanced
- Collapsed LungDr. Van Backer isAdvanced. Learn about Collapsed Lung.
- Esophageal PerforationDr. Van Backer isAdvanced. Learn about Esophageal Perforation.
- Fibrosing MediastinitisDr. Van Backer isAdvanced. Learn about Fibrosing Mediastinitis.
- Experienced
- AchalasiaDr. Van Backer isExperienced. Learn about Achalasia.
- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung CancerDr. Van Backer isExperienced. Learn about ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.
- Cardiac TamponadeDr. Van Backer isExperienced. Learn about Cardiac Tamponade.
- Congenital Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. Van Backer isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia.
- EGFR Positive Lung CancerDr. Van Backer isExperienced. Learn about EGFR Positive Lung Cancer.
- EmphysemaDr. Van Backer isExperienced. Learn about Emphysema.
- EndoscopyDr. Van Backer isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- HemorrhoidectomyDr. Van Backer isExperienced. Learn about Hemorrhoidectomy.
- Hiatal HerniaDr. Van Backer isExperienced. Learn about Hiatal Hernia.
- Lung AdenocarcinomaDr. Van Backer isExperienced. Learn about Lung Adenocarcinoma.
- Lung CancerDr. Van Backer isExperienced. Learn about Lung Cancer.
- Lung NodulesDr. Van Backer isExperienced. Learn about Lung Nodules.
- Lymphofollicular HyperplasiaDr. Van Backer isExperienced. Learn about Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia.
- Mediastinal TumorDr. Van Backer isExperienced. Learn about Mediastinal Tumor.
- Metastatic Pleural TumorDr. Van Backer isExperienced. Learn about Metastatic Pleural Tumor.
- Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC)Dr. Van Backer isExperienced. Learn about Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC).
- Parapneumonic Pleural EffusionDr. Van Backer isExperienced. Learn about Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion.
- Pectus CarinatumDr. Van Backer isExperienced. Learn about Pectus Carinatum.
- Pectus ExcavatumDr. Van Backer isExperienced. Learn about Pectus Excavatum.
- Pleural EffusionDr. Van Backer isExperienced. Learn about Pleural Effusion.
- PleurisyDr. Van Backer isExperienced. Learn about Pleurisy.
- Pleuropulmonary BlastomaDr. Van Backer isExperienced. Learn about Pleuropulmonary Blastoma.
- PneumomediastinumDr. Van Backer isExperienced. Learn about Pneumomediastinum.
- PTEN Hamartoma Tumor SyndromeDr. Van Backer isExperienced. Learn about PTEN Hamartoma Tumor Syndrome.
- Squamous Cell Lung CarcinomaDr. Van Backer isExperienced. Learn about Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma.
- Subcutaneous EmphysemaDr. Van Backer isExperienced. Learn about Subcutaneous Emphysema.
- ThymectomyDr. Van Backer isExperienced. Learn about Thymectomy.
- Thymic Epithelial TumorDr. Van Backer isExperienced. Learn about Thymic Epithelial Tumor.