Dr. Nicholas J. Shea
Overview
Dr. Nicholas Shea is the Chief of Cardiac Surgery at Stamford Health in Stamford, CT. He performs all types of adult cardiac surgery including coronary artery bypass grafting, valve surgery, aortic aneurysm surgery, arrhythmia surgery, and surgery for cardiac tumors. He has special training and focus in complex coronary bypass grafting, mitral valve repair, and aortic surgery. He sees patients primarily at Stamford Hospital in Stamford, CT.
His top areas of expertise are Aortic Dissection, Endocarditis, Marfan Syndrome, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Heart Valve Repair.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 14 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
29 Hospital Plaza, Stamford, CT 06902
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Shea has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Nicholas J. Shea
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Nicholas J. Shea?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Nicholas J. Shea by calling their office at 203-276-4400. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Nicholas J. Shea a top-rated expert for Heart Bypass Surgery?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Nicholas J. Shea is classified as an Experienced 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. Nicholas J. Shea specialize in?
While Dr. Nicholas J. Shea is a Thoracic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Heart Bypass Surgery, Aortic Dissection, and Heart Valve Repair. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Thoracic Surgery.
Does Dr. Nicholas J. Shea participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Nicholas J. Shea has published 14 articles and abstracts on conditions like Heart Bypass Surgery. You can view a list of Dr. Nicholas J. Shea's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Nicholas J. Shea accept my insurance?
Dr. Nicholas J. Shea accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Shield of California. We recommend calling the office directly at 203-276-4400 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Aortic DissectionDr. Shea isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Dissection.
- Aortic Valve ReplacementDr. Shea isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Valve Replacement.
- EndocarditisDr. Shea isExperienced. Learn about Endocarditis.
- Heart Bypass SurgeryDr. Shea isExperienced. Learn about Heart Bypass Surgery.
- Heart Valve RepairDr. Shea isExperienced. Learn about Heart Valve Repair.
- Patent Foramen Ovale RepairDr. Shea isExperienced. Learn about Patent Foramen Ovale Repair.