Expertise in
18
conditions

Dr. Nasser K. Altorki

Thoracic Surgery
Cardiothoracic Surgery At Weill Cornell Medical Center
525 E 68th St # M-404, 
New York, NY 
Expertise in
18
conditions
Cardiothoracic Surgery At Weill Cornell Medical Center
525 E 68th St # M-404, 
New York, NY 

Overview

Nasser Altorki is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in New York, New York.

Dr. Altorki is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), Esophageal Cancer, Thymectomy, and Lymphadenectomy.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 253 peer reviewed articles and participating in 3 clinical trials.

Specialties

Thoracic Surgery

Licenses

Surgery in NY

Hospital Affiliations

New York-Presbyterian Hospital

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

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Medicaid
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  • STATE MEDICAID
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO

Locations

Cardiothoracic Surgery at Weill Cornell Medical Center
525 E 68th St # M-404, New York, NY 10065

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.

3 Clinical Trials

A Phase III Randomized Trial of Lobectomy Versus Sublobar Resection for Small (≤ 2 cm) Peripheral Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
A Phase III Randomized Trial of Lobectomy Versus Sublobar Resection for Small (≤ 2 cm) Peripheral Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
Enrollment Status: Active_not_recruiting
Publish Date: July 16, 2026
Intervention Type: Procedure
A Two-cohort, Phase 2 Study of FL-101 as Neoadjuvant Therapy in Patients With Surgically Resectable Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
A Two-cohort, Phase 2 Study of FL-101 as Neoadjuvant Therapy in Patients With Surgically Resectable Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
Enrollment Status: Withdrawn
Publish Date: January 11, 2022
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Phase: Phase 2
Cesium-131 Seed Brachytherapy Plus Subtotal Resection for Lung Cancer Patients Who Are Not Candidates for Lobectomy or Patients With High Risk of Local Recurrence
Cesium-131 Seed Brachytherapy Plus Subtotal Resection for Lung Cancer Patients Who Are Not Candidates for Lobectomy or Patients With High Risk of Local Recurrence
Enrollment Status: Withdrawn
Publish Date: January 27, 2017
Intervention Type: Radiation
Study Phase: Not Applicable
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253 Total Publications

Patient-derived organoids across cancers reveal conserved tumor heterogeneity and actionable therapeutic vulnerabilities.
Patient-derived organoids across cancers reveal conserved tumor heterogeneity and actionable therapeutic vulnerabilities.
Journal: Science advances
Published: June 26, 2026
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Is Dr. Nasser K. Altorki a top-rated expert for Lung Cancer?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Nasser K. Altorki is classified as an Elite expert for Lung Cancer, 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. Nasser K. Altorki specialize in?

While Dr. Nasser K. Altorki is a Thoracic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Lung Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), and Esophageal Cancer. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Thoracic Surgery.

Does Dr. Nasser K. Altorki participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Nasser K. Altorki has published 253 articles and abstracts on conditions like Lung Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Nasser K. Altorki's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Nasser K. Altorki accept my insurance?

Dr. Nasser K. Altorki accepts most major insurance plans, including Medicaid and UnitedHealthcare. We recommend calling the office directly at 347-948-6193 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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