Philippe H. Lemaitre
Expertise in
1
conditions

Dr. Philippe H. Lemaitre

Thoracic Surgery
CUIMC/Milstein Hospital Building
177 Ft. Washington Avenue, 
New York, NY 
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth
Expertise in
1
conditions
CUIMC/Milstein Hospital Building
177 Ft. Washington Avenue, 
New York, NY 

Overview

Philippe Lemaitre, MD, PhD, is a thoracic surgeon specializing in lung transplantation and ECMO procedures. Dr. Lemaitre is known for his patient-centered care and collaborative approach to surgical practice. After receiving his medical degree from the Free University of Brussels, Dr. Lemaitre underwent residency and graduated PhD in transplant immunology before becoming an attending surgeon at the Erasme Hospital in Brussels, Belgium. He thereafter completed several advanced specialty fellowships at the Toronto General Hospital in Canada. At Columbia, Dr. Lemaitre primarily focuses on the surgical aspects of lung failure that are lung transplantation and ECMO surgeries. He is part of the Surgical Emphysema Program and the surgical director of the Lung Transplantation Program. Skilled in collaborative care, Dr. Lemaitre’s practice emphasizes a multi-specialty approach to thoracic conditions.

Dr. Lemaitre is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Emphysema, Mounier-Kuhn Syndrome, Fibrosing Mediastinitis, Thymectomy, and Gastrostomy.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 45 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Lemaitre is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Thoracic Surgery

Licenses

Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in NY

Hospital Affiliations

NewYork-Presbyterian / Columbia University Irving Medical Center
NewYork-Presbyterian Allen Hospital
NewYork-Presbyterian Westchester
New York-Presbyterian Hospital

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
EmblemHealth
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Health First
  • HMO
  • POS
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Medicare
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
MVP Health
  • EPO
  • PPO
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
VNS Health
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
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Locations

CUIMC/Milstein Hospital Building
177 Ft. Washington Avenue, New York, NY 10032

Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Philippe H. Lemaitre

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Philippe H. Lemaitre?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Philippe H. Lemaitre by calling their office at 212-305-3408. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Philippe H. Lemaitre a top-rated expert for Emphysema?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Philippe H. Lemaitre is classified as an Advanced expert for Emphysema, 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. Philippe H. Lemaitre specialize in?

While Dr. Philippe H. Lemaitre is a Thoracic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Emphysema, Mounier-Kuhn Syndrome, and Fibrosing Mediastinitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Thoracic Surgery.

Does Dr. Philippe H. Lemaitre accept my insurance?

Dr. Philippe H. Lemaitre accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 212-305-3408 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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