Overview
Raphael Bueno is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts.
Dr. Bueno is highly rated in 21 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Mesothelioma, Lung Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 212 peer reviewed articles and participating in 5 clinical trials. Dr. Bueno is currently accepting new patients.
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Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.
Accepted insurance plans:
- EPO
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- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
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- OTHER MEDICAID
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Locations
450 Brookline Ave, Boston, MA 02215
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.
5 Clinical Trials
Brigham And Women's Hospital
Tsuyoshi Kaneko is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Kaneko is highly rated in 20 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Valve Stenosis, Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Bicuspid Aortic Valve, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR). Dr. Kaneko is currently accepting new patients.
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
Scott Swanson is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Swanson is highly rated in 17 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), Lung Adenocarcinoma, Endoscopy, and Thymectomy. Dr. Swanson is currently accepting new patients.
Brigham And Women's Hospital, Lung Center
Dr. Jon Wee is the Esophageal Surgery Section Chief, Director of Robotics in Thoracic Surgery, and co-Director of Minimally Invasive Thoracic Surgery at Brigham and Women’s Hospital. He is also an Associate Program Director for Thoracic Surgery and is an Assistant Professor of Surgery at Harvard Medical School.Dr. Wee received his medical degree from the Duke University School of Medicine and completed his surgical training at Brigham and Women’s Hospital. He then went on to complete his cardiothoracic surgery training at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. He is board certified in surgery and thoracic surgery.Dr. Wee’s clinical interest is in minimally invasive approaches to thoracic diseases. These include minimally invasive and robotic esophagectomy, lobectomy, thymectomy and mediastinal resection for thoracic malignancies. In addition, he treats benign esophageal disease such as gastro-esophageal reflux disease, giant paraesophageal hernias, diverticulum, etc. He performs POEM procedures for achalasia as well as sympathectomy for hyperhidrosis and endoluminal therapies such as PDT, laser, and stents for palliation. His research interest is in the use of minimally invasive techniques to decrease pain, improve recovery, and improve ultimate outcomes. Dr. Wee is highly rated in 22 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), Lung Nodules, Endoscopy, and Thymectomy. Dr. Wee is board certified in Surgery, General and Thoracic And Cardiac Surgery. Dr. Wee is currently accepting new patients.
Medical And Surgical Specialties
Sidharta Gangadharan is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts. Dr. Gangadharan is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Tracheobronchomalacia, Acquired Tracheomalacia, Lung Nodules, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Gangadharan is board certified in American Board Of Thoracic Surgery. Dr. Gangadharan is currently accepting new patients.
Brigham And Women's Hospital, Lung Center
Dr. Steven J. Mentzer is a thoracic surgeon at Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Dana-Farber Brigham Cancer Center. He is a professor of surgery at Harvard Medical School.Dr. Mentzer received his medical degree from the University of Minnesota and received his general surgical residency training at the Brigham. He completed a cardiothoracic surgery fellowship at the University of Toronto. Dr. Mentzer also completed a research fellowship at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute where he investigated the molecular mechanisms involved in the regulation of T lymphocyte function. He is board certified in surgery, cardiothoracic surgery, and surgical critical care.Dr. Mentzer’s clinical interests include diseases of the lungs and thoracic cancers, minimally invasive surgery of the lungs and esophagus, and minimally invasive surgery for esophageal cancer. Principal investigator for The Mentzer Lab, Dr. Mentzer is currently studying the adaptive processes involved in blood vessel growth (angiogenesis) and lung regeneration. Dr. Mentzer is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Mentzer is board certified in Surgical Critical Care, Surgery, General, and Thoracic And Cardiac Surgery. Dr. Mentzer is currently accepting new patients.
Brigham And Women's Hospital
Sameer Hirji is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Hirji is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Valve Stenosis, Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Tricuspid Regurgitation, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Raphael P. Bueno
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Raphael P. Bueno?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Raphael P. Bueno by calling their office at 877-442-3324. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Raphael P. Bueno a top-rated expert for Mesothelioma?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Raphael P. Bueno is classified as an Elite expert for Mesothelioma, 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. Raphael P. Bueno specialize in?
While Dr. Raphael P. Bueno is a Thoracic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Mesothelioma, Lung Cancer, and Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Thoracic Surgery.
Does Dr. Raphael P. Bueno participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Raphael P. Bueno has published 212 articles and abstracts on conditions like Mesothelioma. You can view a list of Dr. Raphael P. Bueno's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Raphael P. Bueno accept my insurance?
Dr. Raphael P. Bueno accepts most major insurance plans, including Anthem BCBS and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 877-442-3324 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
- Elite
- Lung CancerDr. Bueno isElite. Learn about Lung Cancer.
- MesotheliomaDr. Bueno isElite. Learn about Mesothelioma.
- Distinguished
- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung CancerDr. Bueno isDistinguished. Learn about ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.
- EGFR Positive Lung CancerDr. Bueno isDistinguished. Learn about EGFR Positive Lung Cancer.
- Lung AdenocarcinomaDr. Bueno isDistinguished. Learn about Lung Adenocarcinoma.
- Lung NodulesDr. Bueno isDistinguished. Learn about Lung Nodules.
- Metastatic Pleural TumorDr. Bueno isDistinguished. Learn about Metastatic Pleural Tumor.
- Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC)Dr. Bueno isDistinguished. Learn about Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC).
- Pleural EffusionDr. Bueno isDistinguished. Learn about Pleural Effusion.
- PleurisyDr. Bueno isDistinguished. Learn about Pleurisy.
- Pleuropulmonary BlastomaDr. Bueno isDistinguished. Learn about Pleuropulmonary Blastoma.
- Squamous Cell Lung CarcinomaDr. Bueno isDistinguished. Learn about Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma.
- Advanced
- AchalasiaDr. Bueno isAdvanced. Learn about Achalasia.
- Cardiac TamponadeDr. Bueno isAdvanced. Learn about Cardiac Tamponade.
- Congenital Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. Bueno isAdvanced. Learn about Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia.
- EndoscopyDr. Bueno isAdvanced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Esophageal PerforationDr. Bueno isAdvanced. Learn about Esophageal Perforation.
- Fibrosing MediastinitisDr. Bueno isAdvanced. Learn about Fibrosing Mediastinitis.
- GastrostomyDr. Bueno isAdvanced. Learn about Gastrostomy.
- Hiatal HerniaDr. Bueno isAdvanced. Learn about Hiatal Hernia.
- Thymic Epithelial TumorDr. Bueno isAdvanced. Learn about Thymic Epithelial Tumor.
- Experienced
- Acquired TracheomalaciaDr. Bueno isExperienced. Learn about Acquired Tracheomalacia.
- Collapsed LungDr. Bueno isExperienced. Learn about Collapsed Lung.
- Congenital TracheomalaciaDr. Bueno isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Tracheomalacia.
- EmphysemaDr. Bueno isExperienced. Learn about Emphysema.
- Esophageal CancerDr. Bueno isExperienced. Learn about Esophageal Cancer.
- Febrile NeutropeniaDr. Bueno isExperienced. Learn about Febrile Neutropenia.
- Gastroesophageal Junction CancerDr. Bueno isExperienced. Learn about Gastroesophageal Junction Cancer.
- Heart TumorDr. Bueno isExperienced. Learn about Heart Tumor.
- Lymphofollicular HyperplasiaDr. Bueno isExperienced. Learn about Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia.
- Parapneumonic Pleural EffusionDr. Bueno isExperienced. Learn about Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion.
- PneumomediastinumDr. Bueno isExperienced. Learn about Pneumomediastinum.
- PTEN Hamartoma Tumor SyndromeDr. Bueno isExperienced. Learn about PTEN Hamartoma Tumor Syndrome.
- Pulmonary FibrosisDr. Bueno isExperienced. Learn about Pulmonary Fibrosis.
- Subcutaneous EmphysemaDr. Bueno isExperienced. Learn about Subcutaneous Emphysema.
- Thoracic Outlet SyndromeDr. Bueno isExperienced. Learn about Thoracic Outlet Syndrome.
- ThymectomyDr. Bueno isExperienced. Learn about Thymectomy.
- TracheobronchomalaciaDr. Bueno isExperienced. Learn about Tracheobronchomalacia.
- Tracheobronchopathia OsteoplasticaDr. Bueno isExperienced. Learn about Tracheobronchopathia Osteoplastica.
- Venous Thromboembolism (VTE)Dr. Bueno isExperienced. Learn about Venous Thromboembolism (VTE).


