Michael A. Bresticker
Expertise in
9
conditions

Dr. Michael A. Bresticker

Thoracic Surgery
100 North Academy Avenue, 
Danville, PA 
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth
Referral may be required
Expertise in
9
conditions
100 North Academy Avenue, 
Danville, PA 

Overview

Dr. Bresticker specializes in cardiothoracic surgery. He is the chair of Cardiac Surgery in Geisinger's central region. Dr. Bresticker performs aortic aneurysm repair, coronary artery bypass surgery and heart valve repair and replacement. He also performs cutting-edge procedures such as transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR). Dr. Bresticker completed his medical degree at the University of Virginia, and his general surgery residency at Northwestern University Medical School. He completed his cardiothoracic surgery residency at the University of Pittsburgh. Dr. Bresticker is board certified by the American Board of Surgery in surgery and thoracic surgery.

Dr. Bresticker is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta, Aortic Dissection, Aortic Valve Stenosis, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Heart Valve Repair.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 3 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Bresticker is currently accepting new patients.

Graduate Institution

University Of Virginia School Of Medicine, 1987 - Doctor Of Medicine

Residency

University of Pittsburgh - Pittsburgh, PA, 1996

Specialties

Thoracic Surgery

Licenses

Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in IN

Hospital Affiliations

Geisinger Medical Center

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Capital Blue Cross
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Geisinger
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Highmark
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Moda Health
  • EPO
  • PPO
PA Health and Wellness
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
UPMC
  • EPO
  • PPO
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Locations

Geisinger Medical Center - Thoracic and Cardiac Surgery
100 North Academy Avenue, Danville, PA 17822

Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Michael A. Bresticker

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Michael A. Bresticker?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Michael A. Bresticker by calling their office at 800-275-6401. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Michael A. Bresticker a top-rated expert for Heart Bypass Surgery?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Michael A. Bresticker is classified as an Advanced 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. Michael A. Bresticker specialize in?

While Dr. Michael A. Bresticker is a Thoracic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Heart Bypass Surgery, Heart Valve Repair, and Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Thoracic Surgery.

Does Dr. Michael A. Bresticker accept my insurance?

Dr. Michael A. Bresticker accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Capital Blue Cross. We recommend calling the office directly at 800-275-6401 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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