Overview
Lester Ordiway is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Tampa, Florida.
Dr. Ordiway is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion, Collapsed Lung, Pleural Effusion, Pleurisy, and Gastrostomy.
Dr. Ordiway is board certified in American Board Of Thoracic Surgery. Dr. Ordiway is currently accepting new patients.
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508 S Habana Ave Ste 210, Tampa, FL 33609
800 Tarpon Woods Blvd Ste D, Palm Harbor, FL 34685
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Lester C. Ordiway
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Lester C. Ordiway?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Lester C. Ordiway by calling their office at 813-871-5151. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Lester C. Ordiway a top-rated expert for Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Lester C. Ordiway is classified as an Advanced expert for Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion, 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. Lester C. Ordiway specialize in?
While Dr. Lester C. Ordiway is a Thoracic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion, Collapsed Lung, and Pleural Effusion. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Thoracic Surgery.
Does Dr. Lester C. Ordiway accept my insurance?
Dr. Lester C. Ordiway accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 813-871-5151 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. Ordiway isAdvanced. Learn about Collapsed Lung.
- Parapneumonic Pleural EffusionDr. Ordiway isAdvanced. Learn about Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion.
- Experienced
- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung CancerDr. Ordiway isExperienced. Learn about ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.
- CellulitisDr. Ordiway isExperienced. Learn about Cellulitis.
- EGFR Positive Lung CancerDr. Ordiway isExperienced. Learn about EGFR Positive Lung Cancer.
- End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD)Dr. Ordiway isExperienced. Learn about End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD).
- EndocarditisDr. Ordiway isExperienced. Learn about Endocarditis.
- GangreneDr. Ordiway isExperienced. Learn about Gangrene.

