Overview
Board certified in cardiothoracic and general surgery, Dr. Rascoe earned his medical degree from Louisiana State University, and completed his general surgery internship and residency at UTHealth. He performed a Thoracic Oncology Postdoctoral Fellowship at MD Anderson Cancer Center and a Cardiothoracic Surgery Fellowship at the University of Pennsylvania. A Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, Dr. Rascoe is also a member of the American Board of Surgery, the American Board of Thoracic Surgery, the Society of Thoracic Surgeons, and the Association for Academic Surgery. With extensive experience in performing minimally-invasive operations for diseases of the chest, his clinical focus is on benign and malignant diseases of the lungs, mediastinum, pleura, trachea, and esophagus. Dr. Rascoe's clinical areas of expertise Lung cancer Esophageal cancer Minimally-invasive lung surgery Video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS) VATS lobectomy Minimally-invasive esophagectomy (MIE) Mediastinal masses Thymoma and thymic cancer VATS thymectomy Transcervival thymectomy Myasthenia gravis Chest wall tumors Hyperhidrosis and VATS sympathectomy Tracheal surgery Pleural diseases Mesothelioma Pectus excavatum and carinatum Substernal goiters Long volume reduction surgery (LVRS) and bullectomy.
Dr. Rascoe is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Nodules, Lung Cancer, Thymectomy, and Gastrostomy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 8 peer reviewed articles.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Philip Rascoe
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Philip Rascoe?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Philip Rascoe by calling their office at 713-486-5100. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Philip Rascoe a top-rated expert for Pleuropulmonary Blastoma?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Philip Rascoe is classified as an Advanced expert for Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, 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. Philip Rascoe specialize in?
While Dr. Philip Rascoe is a Thoracic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Nodules, and Lung Cancer. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Thoracic Surgery.
Does Dr. Philip Rascoe participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Philip Rascoe has published 8 articles and abstracts on conditions like Pleuropulmonary Blastoma. You can view a list of Dr. Philip Rascoe's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Philip Rascoe accept my insurance?
Dr. Philip Rascoe accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 713-486-5100 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Lung CancerDr. Rascoe isAdvanced. Learn about Lung Cancer.
- Lung NodulesDr. Rascoe isAdvanced. Learn about Lung Nodules.
- Pleuropulmonary BlastomaDr. Rascoe isAdvanced. Learn about Pleuropulmonary Blastoma.
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- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung CancerDr. Rascoe isExperienced. Learn about ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.
- Collapsed LungDr. Rascoe isExperienced. Learn about Collapsed Lung.
- EGFR Positive Lung CancerDr. Rascoe isExperienced. Learn about EGFR Positive Lung Cancer.
- EmphysemaDr. Rascoe isExperienced. Learn about Emphysema.
- Esophageal PerforationDr. Rascoe isExperienced. Learn about Esophageal Perforation.
- Fibrosing MediastinitisDr. Rascoe isExperienced. Learn about Fibrosing Mediastinitis.