Expertise in
2
conditions
Expertise in
2
conditions
Vanderbilt University
2200 Childrens Way, 
Nashville, TN 

Overview

Melissa Danko is a Pediatric Surgeon practicing medicine in Nashville, Tennessee.

Dr. Danko is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Diaphragmatic Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Infantile Pyloric Stenosis, and High Blood Pressure in Infants.

She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 32 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Danko is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Pediatric Surgery

Licenses

Pediatric Surgery in TN

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Female

Insurance

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

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Alliant Health
  • HMO
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
CareFirst
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
CareSource
  • HMO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Medicare
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Oscar
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
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Locations

Vanderbilt University
2200 Childrens Way, Nashville, TN 37232

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.


32 Total Publications

Feasibility of Early Mobility During Pediatric Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation: Single-Center Retrospective Cohort Study, 2018-2024.
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Irving Zamora is a Pediatric Surgeon practicing medicine in Nashville, Tennessee. Dr. Zamora is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Diaphragmatic Hernia, Tracheoesophageal Fistula, Gallbladder Removal, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy. Dr. Zamora is board certified in The American Board Of Surgery - Surgery and The American Board Of Surgery - Pediatric Surgery. Dr. Zamora is currently accepting new patients.

Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Melissa E. Danko

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Melissa E. Danko?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Melissa E. Danko by calling their office at 615-936-1050. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Melissa E. Danko a top-rated expert for Diaphragmatic Hernia?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Melissa E. Danko is classified as an Advanced expert for Diaphragmatic Hernia, 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. Melissa E. Danko specialize in?

While Dr. Melissa E. Danko is a Pediatric Surgery, they have specific expertise in Diaphragmatic Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, and Infantile Pyloric Stenosis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatric Surgery.

Does Dr. Melissa E. Danko participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Melissa E. Danko has published 32 articles and abstracts on conditions like Diaphragmatic Hernia. You can view a list of Dr. Melissa E. Danko's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Melissa E. Danko accept my insurance?

Dr. Melissa E. Danko accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alliant Health. We recommend calling the office directly at 615-936-1050 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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