Overview
Robert Oakes is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Lincoln, Nebraska.
Dr. Oakes is highly rated in 23 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Valve Stenosis, Pleurisy, Esophageal Perforation, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Heart Valve Repair.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles and participating in 2 clinical trials. Dr. Oakes is currently accepting new patients.
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Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.
Accepted insurance plans:
- EPO
- HMO
- PPO
- HMO
- INDEMNITY
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- PPO
- EPO
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Locations
1600 S 48th St Ste 600, Lincoln, NE 68506
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Robert A. Oakes
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Robert A. Oakes?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Robert A. Oakes by calling their office at 402-483-3333. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Robert A. Oakes a top-rated expert for Aortic Valve Stenosis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Robert A. Oakes is classified as an Distinguished expert for Aortic Valve Stenosis, 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. Robert A. Oakes specialize in?
While Dr. Robert A. Oakes is a Thoracic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Aortic Valve Stenosis, Pleurisy, and Esophageal Perforation. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Thoracic Surgery.
Does Dr. Robert A. Oakes participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Robert A. Oakes has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Aortic Valve Stenosis. You can view a list of Dr. Robert A. Oakes's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Robert A. Oakes accept my insurance?
Dr. Robert A. Oakes accepts most major insurance plans, including Cigna and Humana. We recommend calling the office directly at 402-483-3333 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.
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- Distinguished
- Aortic Valve StenosisDr. Oakes isDistinguished. Learn about Aortic Valve Stenosis.
- Esophageal PerforationDr. Oakes isDistinguished. Learn about Esophageal Perforation.
- Pleural EffusionDr. Oakes isDistinguished. Learn about Pleural Effusion.
- PleurisyDr. Oakes isDistinguished. Learn about Pleurisy.
- Advanced
- Aortic DissectionDr. Oakes isAdvanced. Learn about Aortic Dissection.
- Aortic RegurgitationDr. Oakes isAdvanced. Learn about Aortic Regurgitation.
- Aortic Valve ReplacementDr. Oakes isAdvanced. Learn about Aortic Valve Replacement.
- Arterial EmbolismDr. Oakes isAdvanced. Learn about Arterial Embolism.
- Atrial MyxomaDr. Oakes isAdvanced. Learn about Atrial Myxoma.
- Bicuspid Aortic ValveDr. Oakes isAdvanced. Learn about Bicuspid Aortic Valve.
- Carotid Artery DiseaseDr. Oakes isAdvanced. Learn about Carotid Artery Disease.
- Collapsed LungDr. Oakes isAdvanced. Learn about Collapsed Lung.
- Cystic Medial Necrosis of AortaDr. Oakes isAdvanced. Learn about Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta.
- Fibrosing MediastinitisDr. Oakes isAdvanced. Learn about Fibrosing Mediastinitis.
- Heart Bypass SurgeryDr. Oakes isAdvanced. Learn about Heart Bypass Surgery.
- Heart TumorDr. Oakes isAdvanced. Learn about Heart Tumor.
- Heart Valve RepairDr. Oakes isAdvanced. Learn about Heart Valve Repair.
- Lung CancerDr. Oakes isAdvanced. Learn about Lung Cancer.
- Lung NodulesDr. Oakes isAdvanced. Learn about Lung Nodules.
- Mitral Valve RegurgitationDr. Oakes isAdvanced. Learn about Mitral Valve Regurgitation.
- Patent Foramen Ovale RepairDr. Oakes isAdvanced. Learn about Patent Foramen Ovale Repair.
- Pleuropulmonary BlastomaDr. Oakes isAdvanced. Learn about Pleuropulmonary Blastoma.
- Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR)
- Experienced
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA)Dr. Oakes isExperienced. Learn about Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA).
- Adenosine Deaminase 2 DeficiencyDr. Oakes isExperienced. Learn about Adenosine Deaminase 2 Deficiency.
- Advanced BronchoscopyDr. Oakes isExperienced. Learn about Advanced Bronchoscopy.
- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
- Aneurysm RepairDr. Oakes isExperienced. Learn about Aneurysm Repair.
- Anomalous Left Coronary Artery from the Pulmonary Artery
- Cardiac DiverticulumDr. Oakes isExperienced. Learn about Cardiac Diverticulum.
- Cardiac TamponadeDr. Oakes isExperienced. Learn about Cardiac Tamponade.
- Cardiogenic ShockDr. Oakes isExperienced. Learn about Cardiogenic Shock.
- Carotid Artery SurgeryDr. Oakes isExperienced. Learn about Carotid Artery Surgery.
- Congenital Coronary Artery Malformation
- Coronary Artery AneurysmDr. Oakes isExperienced. Learn about Coronary Artery Aneurysm.
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG)Dr. Oakes isExperienced. Learn about Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG).
- EGFR Positive Lung CancerDr. Oakes isExperienced. Learn about EGFR Positive Lung Cancer.
- EmphysemaDr. Oakes isExperienced. Learn about Emphysema.
- EndocarditisDr. Oakes isExperienced. Learn about Endocarditis.
- EndoscopyDr. Oakes isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- GastrostomyDr. Oakes isExperienced. Learn about Gastrostomy.
- Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF)
- Infective EndocarditisDr. Oakes isExperienced. Learn about Infective Endocarditis.
- Lung AdenocarcinomaDr. Oakes isExperienced. Learn about Lung Adenocarcinoma.
- Lymphofollicular HyperplasiaDr. Oakes isExperienced. Learn about Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia.
- Mediastinal TumorDr. Oakes isExperienced. Learn about Mediastinal Tumor.
- Metastatic Pleural TumorDr. Oakes isExperienced. Learn about Metastatic Pleural Tumor.
- Mitral StenosisDr. Oakes isExperienced. Learn about Mitral Stenosis.
- Mitral Valve ProlapseDr. Oakes isExperienced. Learn about Mitral Valve Prolapse.
- Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC)Dr. Oakes isExperienced. Learn about Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC).
- Pacemaker ImplantationDr. Oakes isExperienced. Learn about Pacemaker Implantation.
- Parapneumonic Pleural EffusionDr. Oakes isExperienced. Learn about Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion.
- PneumomediastinumDr. Oakes isExperienced. Learn about Pneumomediastinum.
- Pulmonary FibrosisDr. Oakes isExperienced. Learn about Pulmonary Fibrosis.
- Rheumatic FeverDr. Oakes isExperienced. Learn about Rheumatic Fever.
- Squamous Cell Lung CarcinomaDr. Oakes isExperienced. Learn about Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma.
- Subcutaneous EmphysemaDr. Oakes isExperienced. Learn about Subcutaneous Emphysema.
- Subvalvular Aortic StenosisDr. Oakes isExperienced. Learn about Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis.
- Thoracic Aortic AneurysmDr. Oakes isExperienced. Learn about Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm.
- Thymic Epithelial TumorDr. Oakes isExperienced. Learn about Thymic Epithelial Tumor.
- X-Linked Cardiac Valvular DysplasiaDr. Oakes isExperienced. Learn about X-Linked Cardiac Valvular Dysplasia.