Overview
Keith Dufendach is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Dissection, Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Aortic Regurgitation, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Aortic Valve Replacement.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 34 peer reviewed articles.
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Locations
3600 Forbes Ave, 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 23 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 35 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hiatal Hernia, Hernia, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Endoscopy, and Lung Transplant. Dr. Luketich is board certified in American Board Of Thoracic Surgery. Dr. Luketich is currently accepting new patients.
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Forozan Navid is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Navid is highly rated in 17 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Dissection, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Aortic Valve Stenosis, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG).
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Keith Dufendach
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Keith Dufendach?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Keith Dufendach by calling their office at 412-647-6340. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Keith Dufendach a top-rated expert for Aortic Dissection?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Keith Dufendach is classified as an Experienced expert for Aortic Dissection, 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. Keith Dufendach specialize in?
While Dr. Keith Dufendach is a Thoracic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Aortic Dissection, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Mitral Valve Regurgitation. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Thoracic Surgery.
Does Dr. Keith Dufendach participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Keith Dufendach has published 34 articles and abstracts on conditions like Aortic Dissection. You can view a list of Dr. Keith Dufendach's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Keith Dufendach accept my insurance?
Dr. Keith Dufendach accepts most major insurance plans, including Cigna and UPMC. We recommend calling the office directly at 412-647-6340 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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- Experienced
- Aortic DissectionDr. Dufendach isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Dissection.
- Aortic RegurgitationDr. Dufendach isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Regurgitation.
- Aortic Valve ReplacementDr. Dufendach isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Valve Replacement.
- Aortic Valve StenosisDr. Dufendach isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Valve Stenosis.
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG)Dr. Dufendach isExperienced. Learn about Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG).
- Heart Bypass SurgeryDr. Dufendach isExperienced. Learn about Heart Bypass Surgery.