Overview
Pietro Bajona is a Thoracic Surgeon in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Bajona is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM), Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Aortic Valve Stenosis, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Aortic Valve Replacement.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 39 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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320 E North Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15212
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.
1 Clinical Trials
UPMC Heart And Vascular Institute (Center For Thoracic Aortic Disease)
Dr. Ibrahim Sultan is a cardiac surgeon and is certified in general surgery by the American Board of Surgery and cardiothoracic surgery by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery. Dr. Sultan earned his medical degree from Cornell University and completed his residency in general surgery at the Johns Hopkins Hospital. He subsequently completed his residency in cardiothoracic surgery at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, where he also served as an advanced fellow in thoracic aortic surgery and minimally invasive valve surgery. Dr Sultan serves as the Professor and Chief of Cardiac Surgery, the Executive Vice Chair of Cardiothoracic Surgery and Co-Director of the Heart and Vascular Institute at UPMC and the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Dr. Sultan is highly rated in 23 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Aortic Dissection, Aortic Valve Stenosis, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).
UPMC Esophageal And Lung Surgery Institute At UPMC Shadyside
James D. Luketich, MD, is the Henry T. Bahnson Professor of Cardiothoracic Surgery in the Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. He specializes in all areas of thoracic oncology, including lung cancer, mediastinal malignancies, and esophageal cancer, as well as multidisciplinary management (combined chemotherapy/radiation/surgery) of esophagogastric carcinoma and lung cancer, and benign esophageal disease. Dr. Luketich is highly rated in 35 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hiatal Hernia, Hernia, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Endoscopy, and Lung Transplant.
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Forozan Navid is a Thoracic Surgeon in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Navid is highly rated in 17 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Aortic Dissection, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Aortic Valve Stenosis, Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG), and Heart Bypass Surgery.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Pietro Bajona
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Pietro Bajona?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Pietro Bajona by calling their office at 412-858-7088. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Pietro Bajona a top-rated expert for Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Pietro Bajona is classified as an Distinguished expert for Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM), 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. Pietro Bajona specialize in?
While Dr. Pietro Bajona is a Thoracic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM), Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, and Aortic Valve Stenosis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Thoracic Surgery.
Does Dr. Pietro Bajona participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Pietro Bajona has published 39 articles and abstracts on conditions like Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM). You can view a list of Dr. Pietro Bajona's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Pietro Bajona accept my insurance?
Dr. Pietro Bajona accepts most major insurance plans, including Highmark and Humana. We recommend calling the office directly at 412-858-7088 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.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Distinguished
- Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)Dr. Bajona isDistinguished. Learn about Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM).
- Thoracic Aortic AneurysmDr. Bajona isDistinguished. Learn about Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm.
- Advanced
- Aortic Valve StenosisDr. Bajona isAdvanced. Learn about Aortic Valve Stenosis.
- Subvalvular Aortic StenosisDr. Bajona isAdvanced. Learn about Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis.
- Experienced
- Aortic DissectionDr. Bajona isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Dissection.
- Aortic RegurgitationDr. Bajona isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Regurgitation.
- Aortic Valve ReplacementDr. Bajona isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Valve Replacement.
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG)Dr. Bajona isExperienced. Learn about Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG).
- Cystic Medial Necrosis of AortaDr. Bajona isExperienced. Learn about Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta.
- EndocarditisDr. Bajona isExperienced. Learn about Endocarditis.

