Overview
Leora Balsam is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Worcester, Massachusetts. She has been practicing medicine for over 28 years.
Dr. Balsam is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Dissection, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Marfan Syndrome, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Heart Transplant.
Dr. Balsam is board certified in Cardiac Surgery. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 106 peer reviewed articles.
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Locations
55 Lake Avenue North, Worcester, MA 01655
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. Leora B. Balsam
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Leora B. Balsam?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Leora B. Balsam by calling their office at 508-334-3278. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Leora B. Balsam a top-rated expert for Heart Bypass Surgery?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Leora B. Balsam is classified as an Distinguished expert for Heart Bypass Surgery, 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. Leora B. Balsam specialize in?
While Dr. Leora B. Balsam is a Thoracic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Heart Bypass Surgery, Aortic Dissection, and Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Thoracic Surgery.
Does Dr. Leora B. Balsam participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Leora B. Balsam has published 106 articles and abstracts on conditions like Heart Bypass Surgery. You can view a list of Dr. Leora B. Balsam's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Leora B. Balsam accept my insurance?
Dr. Leora B. Balsam accepts most major insurance plans, including Anthem BCBS and UnitedHealthcare. We recommend calling the office directly at 508-334-3278 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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- Distinguished
- Heart Bypass SurgeryDr. Balsam isDistinguished. Learn about Heart Bypass Surgery.
- Advanced
- Aortic DissectionDr. Balsam isAdvanced. Learn about Aortic Dissection.
- Experienced
- Adenosine Deaminase 2 DeficiencyDr. Balsam isExperienced. Learn about Adenosine Deaminase 2 Deficiency.
- Aortic RegurgitationDr. Balsam isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Regurgitation.
- Aortic Valve ReplacementDr. Balsam isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Valve Replacement.
- Aortic Valve StenosisDr. Balsam isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Valve Stenosis.
- Arterial EmbolismDr. Balsam isExperienced. Learn about Arterial Embolism.
- Atrial MyxomaDr. Balsam isExperienced. Learn about Atrial Myxoma.