Overview
Peter Andrews is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania.
Dr. Andrews is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Familial Colorectal Cancer, Gallbladder Disease, Pacemaker Implantation, and Colostomy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 3 peer reviewed articles.
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Locations
1111 E End Blvd, Wilkes Barre, PA 18711
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.
Geisinger Medical Center - General Surgery
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Wilkes-Barre General Hospital
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Wilkes-Barre General Hospital
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Peter J. Andrews
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Peter J. Andrews?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Peter J. Andrews by calling their office at 570-824-3521. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Peter J. Andrews a top-rated expert for End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Peter J. Andrews is classified as an Advanced expert for End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), 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. Peter J. Andrews specialize in?
While Dr. Peter J. Andrews is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Familial Colorectal Cancer, and Gallbladder Disease. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Peter J. Andrews participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Peter J. Andrews has published 3 articles and abstracts on conditions like End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD). You can view a list of Dr. Peter J. Andrews's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Peter J. Andrews accept my insurance?
Dr. Peter J. Andrews accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Geisinger. We recommend calling the office directly at 570-824-3521 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Advanced
- CholecystitisDr. Andrews isAdvanced. Learn about Cholecystitis.
- CholedocholithiasisDr. Andrews isAdvanced. Learn about Choledocholithiasis.
- End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD)Dr. Andrews isAdvanced. Learn about End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD).
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Andrews isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Andrews isAdvanced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- GallstonesDr. Andrews isAdvanced. Learn about Gallstones.
- Pacemaker ImplantationDr. Andrews isAdvanced. Learn about Pacemaker Implantation.
- Experienced
- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung CancerDr. Andrews isExperienced. Learn about ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.
- Bladder ReconstructionDr. Andrews isExperienced. Learn about Bladder Reconstruction.
- CellulitisDr. Andrews isExperienced. Learn about Cellulitis.
- Collapsed LungDr. Andrews isExperienced. Learn about Collapsed Lung.
- ColostomyDr. Andrews isExperienced. Learn about Colostomy.
- Diverticular DiseaseDr. Andrews isExperienced. Learn about Diverticular Disease.
- Epidural LipomatosisDr. Andrews isExperienced. Learn about Epidural Lipomatosis.
- GastrectomyDr. Andrews isExperienced. Learn about Gastrectomy.
- HerniaDr. Andrews isExperienced. Learn about Hernia.
- Hernia SurgeryDr. Andrews isExperienced. Learn about Hernia Surgery.
- Hypovolemic ShockDr. Andrews isExperienced. Learn about Hypovolemic Shock.
- Juvenile AngiofibromaDr. Andrews isExperienced. Learn about Juvenile Angiofibroma.
- Lung NodulesDr. Andrews isExperienced. Learn about Lung Nodules.
- Mesenteric Artery IschemiaDr. Andrews isExperienced. Learn about Mesenteric Artery Ischemia.
- Peptic UlcerDr. Andrews isExperienced. Learn about Peptic Ulcer.
- Retroperitoneal InflammationDr. Andrews isExperienced. Learn about Retroperitoneal Inflammation.
- Stomach CancerDr. Andrews isExperienced. Learn about Stomach Cancer.
- Umbilical HerniaDr. Andrews isExperienced. Learn about Umbilical Hernia.
- Urachal CystDr. Andrews isExperienced. Learn about Urachal Cyst.
