Overview
Michael Wait is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Dallas, Texas.
Dr. Wait is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cardiogenic Shock, Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta, Aortic Dissection, Patent Foramen Ovale Repair, and Thrombectomy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 35 peer reviewed articles and participating in 4 clinical trials.
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Locations
5323 Harry Hines Blvd, Dallas, TX 75390
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
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Michael A. Wait
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Michael A. Wait?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Michael A. Wait by calling their office at 214-645-7700. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Michael A. Wait a top-rated expert for Cardiogenic Shock?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Michael A. Wait is classified as an Advanced expert for Cardiogenic Shock, 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. Wait specialize in?
While Dr. Michael A. Wait is a Thoracic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Cardiogenic Shock, Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta, and Aortic Dissection. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Thoracic Surgery.
Does Dr. Michael A. Wait participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Michael A. Wait has published 35 articles and abstracts on conditions like Cardiogenic Shock. You can view a list of Dr. Michael A. Wait's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Michael A. Wait accept my insurance?
Dr. Michael A. Wait accepts most major insurance plans, including Humana and UnitedHealthcare. We recommend calling the office directly at 214-645-7700 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
- Aortic DissectionDr. Wait isAdvanced. Learn about Aortic Dissection.
- Cardiogenic ShockDr. Wait isAdvanced. Learn about Cardiogenic Shock.
- Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta
- Experienced
- Aneurysm RepairDr. Wait isExperienced. Learn about Aneurysm Repair.
- Aortic RegurgitationDr. Wait isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Regurgitation.
- Aortic Valve ReplacementDr. Wait isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Valve Replacement.
- Aortic Valve StenosisDr. Wait isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Valve Stenosis.
- Atrial MyxomaDr. Wait isExperienced. Learn about Atrial Myxoma.
- Constrictive PericarditisDr. Wait isExperienced. Learn about Constrictive Pericarditis.
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG)Dr. Wait isExperienced. Learn about Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG).
- EmphysemaDr. Wait isExperienced. Learn about Emphysema.
- EndocarditisDr. Wait isExperienced. Learn about Endocarditis.
- EndoscopyDr. Wait isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- GastrostomyDr. Wait isExperienced. Learn about Gastrostomy.
- Heart Bypass SurgeryDr. Wait isExperienced. Learn about Heart Bypass Surgery.
- Heart TransplantDr. Wait isExperienced. Learn about Heart Transplant.
- Heart TumorDr. Wait isExperienced. Learn about Heart Tumor.
- Heart Valve RepairDr. Wait isExperienced. Learn about Heart Valve Repair.
- Infective EndocarditisDr. Wait isExperienced. Learn about Infective Endocarditis.
- Lung CancerDr. Wait isExperienced. Learn about Lung Cancer.
- Lung NodulesDr. Wait isExperienced. Learn about Lung Nodules.
- Mitral StenosisDr. Wait isExperienced. Learn about Mitral Stenosis.
- Mitral Valve RegurgitationDr. Wait isExperienced. Learn about Mitral Valve Regurgitation.
- Patent Foramen Ovale RepairDr. Wait isExperienced. Learn about Patent Foramen Ovale Repair.
- Pleural EffusionDr. Wait isExperienced. Learn about Pleural Effusion.
- PleurisyDr. Wait isExperienced. Learn about Pleurisy.
- Pleuropulmonary BlastomaDr. Wait isExperienced. Learn about Pleuropulmonary Blastoma.
- Pulmonary FibrosisDr. Wait isExperienced. Learn about Pulmonary Fibrosis.
- Thoracic Aortic AneurysmDr. Wait isExperienced. Learn about Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm.
- ThrombectomyDr. Wait isExperienced. Learn about Thrombectomy.
- Thymic Epithelial TumorDr. Wait isExperienced. Learn about Thymic Epithelial Tumor.
- Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR)