Overview
Norihisa Shigemura, MD, PhD, specializes in cardiothoracic surgery. He practices at University of Pittsburgh Physicians, Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery and is affiliated with UPMC Presbyterian, UPMC Shadyside, and UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital. Dr. Shigemura received his medical degree from Osaka University Medical School and completed residencies at Otemae General Hospital, Osaka General Medical Center, and Osaka Prefectural Medical Center. He then went on to complete fellowships at Takarazuka City Hospital, Osaka University Medical School, Prince of Wales Hospital, and the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine.
Dr. Shigemura is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pulmonary Fibrosis, Emphysema, Subcutaneous Emphysema, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Heart Transplant.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 116 peer reviewed articles.
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3601 5th Avenue, Building 4, Pittsburgh, PA 15213
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Norihisa Shigemura
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Norihisa Shigemura?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Norihisa Shigemura by calling their office at 412-438-2799. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Norihisa Shigemura a top-rated expert for Pulmonary Fibrosis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Norihisa Shigemura is classified as an Distinguished expert for Pulmonary Fibrosis, 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. Norihisa Shigemura specialize in?
While Dr. Norihisa Shigemura is a Thoracic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Pulmonary Fibrosis, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Emphysema. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Thoracic Surgery.
Does Dr. Norihisa Shigemura accept my insurance?
Dr. Norihisa Shigemura accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Change Healthcare. We recommend calling the office directly at 412-438-2799 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- Distinguished
- Heart Bypass SurgeryDr. Shigemura isDistinguished. Learn about Heart Bypass Surgery.
- Pulmonary FibrosisDr. Shigemura isDistinguished. Learn about Pulmonary Fibrosis.
- Advanced
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG)Dr. Shigemura isAdvanced. Learn about Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG).
- EmphysemaDr. Shigemura isAdvanced. Learn about Emphysema.
- Heart TransplantDr. Shigemura isAdvanced. Learn about Heart Transplant.
- Experienced
- Collapsed LungDr. Shigemura isExperienced. Learn about Collapsed Lung.
- EndoscopyDr. Shigemura isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- GastrostomyDr. Shigemura isExperienced. Learn about Gastrostomy.
- Pleural EffusionDr. Shigemura isExperienced. Learn about Pleural Effusion.
- PleurisyDr. Shigemura isExperienced. Learn about Pleurisy.
- PneumomediastinumDr. Shigemura isExperienced. Learn about Pneumomediastinum.