Expertise in
15
conditions
Expertise in
15
conditions
West Virginia University Hospitals
1 Medical Center Dr, 
Morgantown, WV 

Overview

Lawrence Wei is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Morgantown, West Virginia. He has been practicing medicine for over 44 years.

Dr. Wei is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Endocarditis, Bicuspid Aortic Valve, Aortic Valve Stenosis, Heart Valve Repair, and Aortic Valve Replacement.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 121 peer reviewed articles and participating in 4 clinical trials.

Graduate Year

1982

Specialties

Thoracic Surgery

Licenses

Specialist in PA

Hospital Affiliations

Garrett Regional Medical Center
United Hospital Center, Inc
West Virginia University Hospitals, Inc

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
CareSource
  • HMO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Gateway Health Plan
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Highmark
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
UPMC
  • EPO
  • PPO
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

West Virginia University Hospitals
1 Medical Center Dr, Morgantown, WV 26506

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.


4 Clinical Trials

Postoperative Antibiotic Management Duration Following Surgery for Intravenous Drug Abuse (IVDA) Endocarditis (OPTIMAL)
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121 Total Publications

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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Lawrence Wei

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Lawrence Wei?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Lawrence Wei by calling their office at 304-598-4800. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Lawrence Wei a top-rated expert for Heart Valve Repair?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Lawrence Wei is classified as an Elite expert for Heart Valve Repair, 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. Lawrence Wei specialize in?

While Dr. Lawrence Wei is a Thoracic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Heart Valve Repair, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Thoracic Surgery.

Does Dr. Lawrence Wei participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Lawrence Wei has published 121 articles and abstracts on conditions like Heart Valve Repair. You can view a list of Dr. Lawrence Wei's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Lawrence Wei accept my insurance?

Dr. Lawrence Wei accepts most major insurance plans, including Anthem BCBS and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 304-598-4800 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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