Tannous K. Fakhry
AHN General Surgery - Greater Erie Niagara At Hillside Office Bldg
145 West 23rd Street, 
Erie, PA 

Overview

Dr. Fakhry received his medical degree from the American University of Beirut, Lebanon, and completed a residency in general surgery, at the University of South Florida, Tampa, FL. He stayed at South Florida for a fellowship in minimally invasive and bariatric surgery. Dr. Fakhry completed more than 1,000 cases during his training, mostly gastrointestinal surgery with emphasis on laparoscopic and minimally invasive approaches. He is also experienced in trauma, acute care, vascular, and thoracic surgery. He developed expertise in bariatrics by focusing on laparoscopic and robotic surgery, sleeve gastrectomy, Roux-en-Y gastric bypass, and complex revisional bariatric surgery. He is also involved in clinical research, particularly studies into how bariatric surgery can reverse non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, which is directly related to obesity and the number-one cause for liver transplants. Fluent in English, French, and Arabic, Dr. Fakhry is impressed by the tremendous impact weight loss surgery has on patients, resulting in prolonged and improved quality of life.

His clinical expertise encompasses Hiatal Hernia, Hernia, Obesity, Hernia Surgery, and Gastrectomy.

Dr. Fakhry is board certified in American Board Of Surgery - Surgery (General Surgery). He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 3 peer reviewed articles.

Specialties

General Surgery
Bariatric Medicine

Licenses

Surgery in PA

Board Certifications

American Board Of Surgery - Surgery (General Surgery)

Fellowships

University of South Florida

Hospital Affiliations

Saint Vincent Hospital

Languages Spoken

English
Arabic
French

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Cigna
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Geisinger
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Highmark
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  • HMO
  • PPO
Horizon Healthcare
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Humana
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Managed Medicaid
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Medicaid
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UPMC
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Wellcare
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  • HMO
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Locations

AHN General Surgery - Greater Erie Niagara at Hillside Office Bldg
145 West 23rd Street, Erie, PA 16502
Other Locations
AHN Bariatrics at Grove City Medical Center
647 North Broad Street Extension, Grove City, PA 16127

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. Tannous K. Fakhry

Is Dr. Tannous K. Fakhry a top-rated expert for Hiatal Hernia?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Tannous K. Fakhry is classified as an Experienced expert for Hiatal Hernia, 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. Tannous K. Fakhry specialize in?

While Dr. Tannous K. Fakhry is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Hiatal Hernia, Hernia, and Obesity. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.

Does Dr. Tannous K. Fakhry participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Tannous K. Fakhry has published 3 articles and abstracts on conditions like Hiatal Hernia. You can view a list of Dr. Tannous K. Fakhry's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Tannous K. Fakhry accept my insurance?

Dr. Tannous K. Fakhry accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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