Expertise in
6
conditions

Dr. Sam Pakraftar

General Surgery
Mainegeneral Medical Center
35 Medical Center Pkwy, 
Augusta, ME 
18 Years of Experience
Expertise in
6
conditions
Mainegeneral Medical Center
35 Medical Center Pkwy, 
Augusta, ME 

Overview

Sam Pakraftar is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Augusta, Maine. He has been practicing medicine for over 18 years.

Dr. Pakraftar is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Encopresis, Bowel Incontinence, Rectal Prolapse, Hernia Surgery, and Colostomy.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles.

Graduate Year

2008

Specialties

General Surgery

Licenses

Surgery in PA

Hospital Affiliations

Maine General Medical Center

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Community Health Options
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Martin's Point Generations
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER MEDICARE
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
UnitedHealthcare
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  • 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
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Locations

Mainegeneral Medical Center
35 Medical Center Pkwy, Augusta, ME 04330
Other Locations
UPMC Rehabilitation Institute at UPMC Mercy
1400 Locust St, Pittsburgh, PA 15219

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.

2 Total Publications

Institutional Experience with Ostomies Created During Cytoreductive Surgery and Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemoperfusion.
Institutional Experience with Ostomies Created During Cytoreductive Surgery and Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemoperfusion.
Journal: Annals of surgical oncology
Published: June 07, 2017
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Sam Pakraftar

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Sam Pakraftar?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Sam Pakraftar by calling their office at 207-621-4116. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Sam Pakraftar a top-rated expert for Encopresis?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Sam Pakraftar is classified as an Advanced expert for Encopresis, 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. Sam Pakraftar specialize in?

While Dr. Sam Pakraftar is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Encopresis, Bowel Incontinence, and Rectal Prolapse. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.

Does Dr. Sam Pakraftar participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Sam Pakraftar has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Encopresis. You can view a list of Dr. Sam Pakraftar's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Sam Pakraftar accept my insurance?

Dr. Sam Pakraftar accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 207-621-4116 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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