Rudy P. Lackner
Expertise in
18
conditions
Expertise in
18
conditions

Overview

Rudy Lackner is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Omaha, Nebraska. He has been practicing medicine for over 41 years.

Dr. Lackner is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), Lung Cancer, ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Endoscopy, and Thymectomy.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 30 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial.

Graduate Institution

New York Medical College, 1985

Residency

Long Island Jewish Medical Center, Surgery

Specialties

Thoracic Surgery

Licenses

Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in NE

Fellowships

University of Chicago, Cardiothoracic Surgery - 1993
University of North Carolina, Transplant Surgery - 1994

Hospital Affiliations

Kearney Regional Medical Center
Great Plains Health
The Nebraska Medical Center
Mary Lanning Healthcare
Grand Island Regional Medical Center

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
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Medica
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Oscar
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
TeamCare
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Wellmark
  • HMO
  • POS
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Locations

Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center - Nebraska Medical Center
505 S 45th St., Omaha, NE 68105
Other Locations
Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center - Village Pointe Health Center
111 N. 175th St., Omaha, NE 68118

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. Rudy P. Lackner

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Rudy P. Lackner?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Rudy P. Lackner by calling their office at 402-559-3232. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Rudy P. Lackner a top-rated expert for Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC)?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Rudy P. Lackner is classified as an Distinguished expert for Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), 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. Rudy P. Lackner specialize in?

While Dr. Rudy P. Lackner is a Thoracic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), Lung Cancer, and ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Thoracic Surgery.

Does Dr. Rudy P. Lackner participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Rudy P. Lackner has published 30 articles and abstracts on conditions like Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC). You can view a list of Dr. Rudy P. Lackner's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Rudy P. Lackner accept my insurance?

Dr. Rudy P. Lackner accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 402-559-3232 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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