Dr. Ramon A. Riojas
Overview
Ramon Riojas, MD, PhD, specializes in cardiothoracic surgery and is board-certified in surgery by the American Board of Surgery. He practices at UPMC Western Maryland Cardiothroacic. Dr. Riojas completed his medical degree at Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences, residency at Keesler Air Force Base Medical Center, and fellowship at the University of California, San Francisco.
His top areas of expertise are Aortic Valve Stenosis, Compartment Syndrome, Aortic Regurgitation, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), and Aortic Valve Replacement.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 17 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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12502 Willowbrook Road, Cumberland, MD 21502
12502 Willowbrook Road, Suite 420, Cumberland, MD 21502
12502 Willowbrook Road, Suite 420, Cumberland, MD 21502
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.
UPMC Cardiothoracic Surgery
Mark Nelson, MD, specializes in cardiothoracic surgery and is board certified in thoracic and cardiac surgery by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery. He practices at UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute and is affiliated with UPMC Shadyside and UPMC Presbyterian. Dr. Nelson completed his fellowship and residency at West Virginia University School of Medicine and medical education at University of Maryland School of Medicine. Dr. Nelson is highly rated in 22 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Carotid Artery Disease, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Carotid Artery Surgery, and Heart Bypass Surgery.
UPMC Thoracic Surgery
Neil A. Christie, MD, is an assistant professor of surgery in the Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery and director of LIFE Bronchoscopy and Early Lung Cancer Detection Program. He specializes in select areas of thoracic surgery including minimally invasive thoracic surgery, antireflux surgery, fluorescent bronchoscopy, and thoracic stereotactic radiosurgery.Dr. Christie is board-certified in thoracic surgery. He received an undergraduate degree from Queen's University, Kingston, Ontario. He then completed a medical degree at the University of Toronto. Dr. Christie completed a residency in cardiothoracic surgery at the Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, Ohio, and a fellowship in minimally invasive thoracic surgery at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine.Dr. Christie is a member of the Canadian Medical Association, American College of Surgeons, American Medical Association, and the Society of American Gastrointestinal Endoscopic Surgeons.Learn more about Dr. Christie's research interests. Dr. Christie is highly rated in 20 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), Mesothelioma, Endoscopy, and Thymectomy.
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Percival Buenaventura is a Thoracic Surgeon in Winchester, Virginia. Dr. Buenaventura is highly rated in 17 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Hiatal Hernia, ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Ramon A. Riojas
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Ramon A. Riojas?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Ramon A. Riojas by calling their office at 240-860-6469. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Ramon A. Riojas a top-rated expert for Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Ramon A. Riojas is classified as an Experienced expert for Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), 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. Ramon A. Riojas specialize in?
While Dr. Ramon A. Riojas is a Thoracic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), Aortic Valve Replacement, and Lung Transplant. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Thoracic Surgery.
Does Dr. Ramon A. Riojas participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Ramon A. Riojas has published 17 articles and abstracts on conditions like Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR). You can view a list of Dr. Ramon A. Riojas's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Areas of Expertise
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- Experienced
- Aortic RegurgitationDr. Riojas isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Regurgitation.
- Aortic Valve ReplacementDr. Riojas isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Valve Replacement.
- Aortic Valve StenosisDr. Riojas isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Valve Stenosis.
- Bicuspid Aortic ValveDr. Riojas isExperienced. Learn about Bicuspid Aortic Valve.
- Compartment SyndromeDr. Riojas isExperienced. Learn about Compartment Syndrome.
- FasciotomyDr. Riojas isExperienced. Learn about Fasciotomy.