Expertise in
3
conditions
Expertise in
3
conditions
University Of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
5323 Harry Hines Blvd, 
Dallas, TX 

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, Aortic Dissection, Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta, Patent Foramen Ovale Repair, and Heart Bypass Surgery.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 35 peer reviewed articles and participating in 4 clinical trials.

Specialties

Thoracic Surgery

Licenses

Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in TX

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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

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Accepted insurance plans:

Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO

Locations

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
5323 Harry Hines Blvd, Dallas, TX 75390
Other Locations
Office
5939 Harry Hines Blvd Ste 935, Dallas, TX 75235

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

Prospective Randomized On-X Anticoagulation Clinical Trial (PROACT)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Michael Wait

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Michael Wait?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Michael 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 Wait a top-rated expert for Cardiogenic Shock?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Michael 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 Wait specialize in?

While Dr. Michael Wait is a Thoracic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Cardiogenic Shock, Aortic Dissection, 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 Wait participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Michael Wait has published 35 articles and abstracts on conditions like Cardiogenic Shock. You can view a list of Dr. Michael 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 Wait accept my insurance?

Dr. Michael 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

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