
Overview
Paul Massimiano, MD, is a board-certified thoracic and cardiovascular surgeon with the Orlando Health Heart & Vascular Institute. He has provided patients comprehensive cardiac surgical care for more than 30 years and is known as an expert in minimally invasive heart surgery, in particular minimally invasive mitral valve surgery, which he helped develop. In addition to caring for patients, Dr. Massimiano also serves as the Institute's medical director of cardiac surgery.Experienced Cardiac and Vascular CareNarrow or blocked arteries, known as coronary artery disease, are a common condition and require experienced cardiac and vascular care from a board-certified surgeon like Dr. Massimiano. Patients with advanced coronary artery disease may experience a severe cardiac event such as intense chest pain, heart attack or stroke and require emergency attention. Whether it is a scheduled or emergency procedure, Dr. Massimiano provides patients the most current surgical treatments available. For many patients, minimally invasive procedures, including angioplasty and stents, are appropriate, while others may require bypass surgery or another more invasive intervention.Dr. Massimiano’s TrainingDr. Massimiano earned his medical degree from Georgetown University School of Medicine followed by internships in general surgery at the National Naval Medical Center in Bethesda, Maryland, and Navy Regional Medical Center in the Philippines. He returned to Bethesda for residencies in general and vascular surgery, serving as chief resident.He then completed a fellowship in cardiothoracic surgery at Yale New-Haven Hospital in Connecticut, an affiliate of Yale University School of Medicine, and an advanced valve fellowship at St. Vincent Heart Institute in Portland, Oregon.About Dr. MassimianoIn addition to certification by the American Board of Surgery, American Board of Thoracic Surgery, and National Board of Medical Examiners, Dr. Massimiano is active in many professional organizations. These include the American Medical Association, Society of Thoracic Surgeons, International Society for Minimally Invasive Surgery, and American College of Healthcare Executives.His work has appeared in peer-reviewed medical journals, three book chapters, and at national and international scientific meetings. He also has received many awards during his career, including the Navy Achievement Award and Navy Meritorious Service Medal.Dr. Massimiano is a recent graduate of the Harvard Medical School Surgical Leadership Program, where he was selected as class graduation speaker.
Dr. Massimiano is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Mitral Valve Prolapse, Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Coronary Heart Disease, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Cardiac Ablation.
Dr. Massimiano is board certified in American Board Of Surgery and American Board Of Thoracic Surgery. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 19 peer reviewed articles.
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1222 S. Orange Ave., Orlando, FL 32806
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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Luis Herrera, MD, thoracic surgeon, is the medical director of the Rod Taylor Thoracic Care Center at Orlando Health Cancer Institute. He is a member of the Thoracic/Head and Neck Cancers Specialty Section. He joined Orlando Health Cancer Institute from The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston where he served as chief resident of thoracic surgery and is currently appointed as an adjunct assistant professor of surgery in the Department of Thoracic Surgery.Board-certified in general surgery and thoracic surgery, Dr. Herrera specializes in surgery for tumors of the chest, including cancer of the lung, esophagus, chest wall and mediastinum and also treats benign disorders of the esophagus. Dr. Herrera has expertise in minimally invasive thoracic surgery, advanced pulmonary resections, and esophagectomy. He also specializes in VATS (video assisted thoracic surgery), laparoscopic and robotic surgery. In addition, Dr. Herrera serves as an expert reviewer of other doctors performing robotic surgery through the C-SATS performance review and training program.Fluent in English and Spanish, Dr. Herrera graduated summa cum laude with his medical degree and magna cum laude with a bachelor's in biology from the University of Puerto Rico. He fulfilled a general surgery residency at the University of Pittsburgh and a cardiothoracic surgery residency at MD Anderson Cancer Center and the Texas Heart Institute in Houston, focusing on thoracic surgical oncology.Dr. Herrera is involved in basic and translational research focusing on new treatments for lung and esophageal cancer. He has received several awards for his work, including the Minority Scholar Award in Cancer Research from the American Association for Cancer Research, the National Institutes of Health Minority Supplement Grant from the National Cancer Institute and the United States Surgical Corporation Resident Research Grant.He has been published in the Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, The Annals of Thoracic Surgery, Neoplasia, Clinical Chemistry, Nanomedicine and has given presentations at several national meetings. Dr. Herrera is highly rated in 17 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Thymectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Herrera is board certified in American Board Of Surgery and American Board Of Thoracic Surgery.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Paul S. Massimiano
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Paul S. Massimiano?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Paul S. Massimiano by calling their office at 321-841-7700. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Paul S. Massimiano a top-rated expert for Heart Bypass Surgery?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Paul S. Massimiano is classified as an Advanced 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. Paul S. Massimiano specialize in?
While Dr. Paul S. Massimiano is a Thoracic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Heart Bypass Surgery, Cardiac Ablation, and Mitral Valve Prolapse. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Thoracic Surgery.
Does Dr. Paul S. Massimiano participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Paul S. Massimiano has published 19 articles and abstracts on conditions like Heart Bypass Surgery. You can view a list of Dr. Paul S. Massimiano's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Paul S. Massimiano accept my insurance?
Dr. Paul S. Massimiano accepts most major insurance plans, including Blue Cross Blue Shield and Cigna. We recommend calling the office directly at 321-841-7700 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Cardiac AblationDr. Massimiano isAdvanced. Learn about Cardiac Ablation.
- Heart Bypass SurgeryDr. Massimiano isAdvanced. Learn about Heart Bypass Surgery.
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- AnginaDr. Massimiano isExperienced. Learn about Angina.
- Aortic RegurgitationDr. Massimiano isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Regurgitation.
- Aortic Valve ReplacementDr. Massimiano isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Valve Replacement.
- Aortic Valve StenosisDr. Massimiano isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Valve Stenosis.
- ApoplexyDr. Massimiano isExperienced. Learn about Apoplexy.
- Arterial EmbolismDr. Massimiano isExperienced. Learn about Arterial Embolism.

