Walter K. Kraft
Expertise in
7
conditions
Expertise in
7
conditions
1101 Chestnut Street, Floor 9, 
Philadelphia, PA 

Overview

Walter Kraft is a primary care provider, a General Surgeon and a Pharmacologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Kraft is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome, Opioid Use Disorder, Pulmonary Embolism, Hereditary Resistance to Anti-Vitamin K, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy.

His clinical research consists of co-authoring 94 peer reviewed articles and participating in 6 clinical trials. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Graduate Institution

University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine

Residency

Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals

Specialties

Pharmacology
General Surgery

Licenses

Internal Medicine in PA

Board Certifications

Internal Medicine
Clinical Pharmacology

Fellowships

Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals

Hospital Affiliations

Thomas Jefferson University Hospital

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
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Devoted Health
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER MEDICARE
Geisinger
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Health Partners Plans
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Independent Health
  • EPO
  • POS
  • PPO
PA Health and Wellness
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
UPMC
  • EPO
  • PPO
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Locations

Jefferson Vascular Center - Honickman Center
1101 Chestnut Street, Floor 9, Philadelphia, PA 19107

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Kraft has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.

Peripheral Artery Disease
Atherosclerosis
Deep Vein Thrombosis

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.


6 Clinical Trials

Contrast Ultrasound Detection of Sentinel Lymph Nodes in Breast Cancer Patients
Pharmacokinetics of Vaginal Progesterone in Pregnancy
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Walter K. Kraft

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Walter K. Kraft?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Walter K. Kraft by calling their office at 215-955-8304. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Walter K. Kraft a top-rated expert for Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Walter K. Kraft is classified as an Elite expert for Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome, 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. Walter K. Kraft specialize in?

While Dr. Walter K. Kraft is a Pharmacology, they have specific expertise in Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome, Opioid Use Disorder, and Pulmonary Embolism. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pharmacology.

Does Dr. Walter K. Kraft participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Walter K. Kraft has published 94 articles and abstracts on conditions like Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome. You can view a list of Dr. Walter K. Kraft's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Walter K. Kraft accept my insurance?

Dr. Walter K. Kraft accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 215-955-8304 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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