Expertise in
20
conditions

Dr. Michael J. Cavnar

General Surgery
Kentucky Children's Hospital
800 Rose St, 
Lexington, KY 
Expertise in
20
conditions
Kentucky Children's Hospital
800 Rose St, 
Lexington, KY 

Overview

Michael Cavnar is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Lexington, Kentucky.

Dr. Cavnar is highly rated in 20 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor, Pancreatic Cancer, Neuroendocrine Tumor, Pancreatectomy, and Endoscopy.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 54 peer reviewed articles and participating in 2 clinical trials.

Specialties

General Surgery

Licenses

Surgery in NY

Hospital Affiliations

University Of Kentucky Hospital

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
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  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Highmark
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
TeamCare
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Kentucky Children's Hospital
800 Rose St, Lexington, KY 40536

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.

2 Clinical Trials

A Randomized Phase II Study of Perioperative mFOLFIRINOX Versus Gemcitabine/Nab-Paclitaxel as Therapy for Resectable Pancreatic Adenocarcinoma
A Randomized Phase II Study of Perioperative mFOLFIRINOX Versus Gemcitabine/Nab-Paclitaxel as Therapy for Resectable Pancreatic Adenocarcinoma
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: October 19, 2022
Intervention Type: Drug, Procedure
Study Drugs: Fluorouracil, Gemcitabine hydrochloride, Irinotecan hydrochloride, Oxaliplatin, Paclitaxel albumin-stabilized nanoparticle formulation
Study Phase: Phase 2
Preoperative Extended Chemotherapy vs. Chemotherapy Plus Hypofractionated Radiation Therapy for Borderline Resectable Adenocarcinoma of the Head of the Pancreas
Preoperative Extended Chemotherapy vs. Chemotherapy Plus Hypofractionated Radiation Therapy for Borderline Resectable Adenocarcinoma of the Head of the Pancreas
Enrollment Status: Unknown
Publish Date: May 24, 2022
Intervention Type: Drug, Procedure, Radiation
Study Drugs: mFOLFIRINOX, FOLFOX
Study Phase: Phase 2
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54 Total Publications

Study protocol: targeted delivery of interleukin-12 in combination with hepatic artery infusion pump therapy for patients with adrenocortical carcinoma liver metastases.
Study protocol: targeted delivery of interleukin-12 in combination with hepatic artery infusion pump therapy for patients with adrenocortical carcinoma liver metastases.
Journal: BMC cancer
Published: April 06, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Michael J. Cavnar

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Michael J. Cavnar?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Michael J. Cavnar by calling their office at 859-323-6346. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Michael J. Cavnar a top-rated expert for Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Michael J. Cavnar is classified as an Elite expert for Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor, 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 J. Cavnar specialize in?

While Dr. Michael J. Cavnar is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor, Pancreatic Cancer, and Neuroendocrine Tumor. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.

Does Dr. Michael J. Cavnar participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Michael J. Cavnar has published 54 articles and abstracts on conditions like Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor. You can view a list of Dr. Michael J. Cavnar's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Michael J. Cavnar accept my insurance?

Dr. Michael J. Cavnar accepts most major insurance plans, including Anthem BCBS and Cigna. We recommend calling the office directly at 859-323-6346 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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