Overview
Nicolas Contreras is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Salt Lake City, Utah. He has been practicing medicine for over 10 years.
His clinical expertise encompasses Esophageal Cancer, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Lung Cancer, Diaphragmatic Hernia, and Lung Transplant.
Dr. Contreras is board certified in American Board Of Thoracic Surgery. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 16 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Contreras is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
50 N Medical Dr, Salt Lake City, UT 84132
1950 Circle Of Hope Dr, Salt Lake City, UT 84112
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. Nicolas Contreras
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Nicolas Contreras?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Nicolas Contreras by calling their office at 801-581-5311. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Nicolas Contreras a top-rated expert for Esophageal Cancer?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Nicolas Contreras is classified as an Experienced expert for Esophageal 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. Nicolas Contreras specialize in?
While Dr. Nicolas Contreras is a Thoracic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Esophageal Cancer, Lung Transplant, and Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Thoracic Surgery.
Does Dr. Nicolas Contreras participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Nicolas Contreras has published 16 articles and abstracts on conditions like Esophageal Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Nicolas Contreras's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Nicolas Contreras accept my insurance?
Dr. Nicolas Contreras accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 801-581-5311 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Congenital Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. Contreras isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia.
- Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. Contreras isExperienced. Learn about Diaphragmatic Hernia.
- Esophageal CancerDr. Contreras isExperienced. Learn about Esophageal Cancer.
- HerniaDr. Contreras isExperienced. Learn about Hernia.
- Lung CancerDr. Contreras isExperienced. Learn about Lung Cancer.
- Lung TransplantDr. Contreras isExperienced. Learn about Lung Transplant.