Overview
Dr. Michael Kayatta is board certified in thoracic surgery and treats patients age 18 and older, as part of BayCare Medical Group in Clearwater, Florida who have a variety of medical conditions including coronary artery disease, valvular heart diseases (aortic stenosis, mitral regurgitation, etc.), lung cancer, mediastinal masses and thymoma. Dr. Kayatta received his undergraduate degree in biotechnology from Claremont McKenna College in Claremont, California, and after graduation completed a lung cancer research fellowship at the National Institutes of Health in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Kayatta subsequently earned his Doctor of Medicine degree from Emory University School of Medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. He completed a general surgery internship, followed by a cardiothoracic surgery residency/fellowship, all while at Emory. Dr. Kayatta has authored numerous peer-reviewed articles in publications such as The Annals of Thoracic Surgery and the Journal of Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery. He’s a member of the Society of Thoracic Surgeons and the Southern Thoracic Surgical Association, as well as the American College of Surgeons.
Dr. Kayatta is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, Bicuspid Aortic Valve, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG).
Dr. Kayatta is board certified in AB Thoracic Surgery - Thoracic And Cardiac Surgery. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 15 peer reviewed articles.
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455 Pinellas St, Ste 320, Clearwater, FL 33756
620 10th St N, Ste 3 B, Saint Petersburg, FL 33705
Clinical Research
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Michael O. Kayatta
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Michael O. Kayatta?
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Is Dr. Michael O. Kayatta a top-rated expert for Heart Bypass Surgery?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Michael O. Kayatta 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 O. Kayatta specialize in?
While Dr. Michael O. Kayatta is a Thoracic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Heart Bypass Surgery, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, and Lung Cancer. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Thoracic Surgery.
Does Dr. Michael O. Kayatta participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Michael O. Kayatta has published 15 articles and abstracts on conditions like Heart Bypass Surgery. You can view a list of Dr. Michael O. Kayatta's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Michael O. Kayatta accept my insurance?
Dr. Michael O. Kayatta accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and AvMed. We recommend calling the office directly at 727-446-2273 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG)Dr. Kayatta isAdvanced. Learn about Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG).
- Heart Bypass SurgeryDr. Kayatta isAdvanced. Learn about Heart Bypass Surgery.
- Lung CancerDr. Kayatta isAdvanced. Learn about Lung Cancer.
- Pleuropulmonary BlastomaDr. Kayatta isAdvanced. Learn about Pleuropulmonary Blastoma.
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- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung CancerDr. Kayatta isExperienced. Learn about ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.
- Aortic RegurgitationDr. Kayatta isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Regurgitation.
- Aortic Valve ReplacementDr. Kayatta isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Valve Replacement.
- Aortic Valve StenosisDr. Kayatta isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Valve Stenosis.
- Bicuspid Aortic ValveDr. Kayatta isExperienced. Learn about Bicuspid Aortic Valve.
- Collapsed LungDr. Kayatta isExperienced. Learn about Collapsed Lung.