Expertise in
11
conditions
Expertise in
11
conditions
Office
5200 Centre Ave Ste 307, 
Pittsburgh, PA 

Overview

Rabih Chaer is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Dr. Chaer is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Nutcracker Syndrome (NCS), Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Carotid Artery Surgery, and Stent Placement.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 194 peer reviewed articles and participating in 11 clinical trials.

Specialties

Thoracic Surgery

Licenses

Vascular Surgery in PA

Hospital Affiliations

Long Island Community Hospital
Suny/stony Brook University Hospital

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Change Healthcare
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Gateway Health Plan
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Highmark
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
PA Health and Wellness
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
UPMC
  • EPO
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Office
5200 Centre Ave Ste 307, Pittsburgh, PA 15232
Other Locations
Office
200 Lothrop St Ste A1011, Pittsburgh, PA 15213

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.


11 Clinical Trials

The Hancock Jaffe Surgical Antireflux Venous Valve Endoprosthesis (SAVVE) Study
Clinical Implications of Genetic Variations of Venous Stasis Ulceration
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Rabih A. Chaer

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Rabih A. Chaer?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Rabih A. Chaer by calling their office at 412-623-3333. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Rabih A. Chaer a top-rated expert for Nutcracker Syndrome (NCS)?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Rabih A. Chaer is classified as an Elite expert for Nutcracker Syndrome (NCS), 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. Rabih A. Chaer specialize in?

While Dr. Rabih A. Chaer is a Thoracic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Nutcracker Syndrome (NCS), Carotid Artery Surgery, and Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Thoracic Surgery.

Does Dr. Rabih A. Chaer participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Rabih A. Chaer has published 194 articles and abstracts on conditions like Nutcracker Syndrome (NCS). You can view a list of Dr. Rabih A. Chaer's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Rabih A. Chaer accept my insurance?

Dr. Rabih A. Chaer accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Change Healthcare. We recommend calling the office directly at 412-623-3333 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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