The 20 Best Lung Transplant Doctors Near Me

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Francisco Arabia
Advanced in Lung Transplant

Dr. Francisco Arabia

Transplant Surgery | Thoracic Surgery
Banner Health
Banner University Medicine Advanced Heart Failure Clinic
1111 East McDowell Road, Floor 2, 
Phoenix, AZ 
Accepting New Patients

Advanced in Lung Transplant
Banner Health
Banner University Medicine Advanced Heart Failure Clinic
1111 East McDowell Road, Floor 2, 
Phoenix, AZ 
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Overview

My clinical and research interests include the Total Artificial Heart, HeartWare Left Ventricular Assist Device and biomedical engineering. I have authored or co-authored over 100 research publications.

Dr. Arabia is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Lung Transplant. His top areas of expertise are Cardiogenic Shock, Cardiomyopathy, Mediastinitis, Heart Transplant, and Lung Transplant.

His clinical research consists of co-authoring 89 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years. In particular, he has co-authored 3 articles in the study of Lung Transplant.

Graduate Institution
University Of Pennsylvania School Of Medicine, 1983
Residency
University of Arizona College of Medicine, Cardiothoracic Surgery, 1992
Specialties
Transplant Surgery
Thoracic Surgery
Licenses
Transplant Surgery in AZ
Board Certifications
American Board Of Thoracic Surgery-Thoracic & Cardiac Surgery
Fellowships
National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute, 1987
Hospital Affiliations
Banner - University Medical Center Phoenix
Languages Spoken
English
Spanish
Gender
Male

Insurance

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Aetna
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
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  • HMO
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  • PPO
CareFirst
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
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Humana
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  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicare
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Oscar
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
SCAN Health Plan
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
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
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Locations

Banner University Medicine Advanced Heart Failure Clinic
1111 East McDowell Road, Floor 2, Phoenix, AZ 85006

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.


1 Clinical Trials

Multi-Center Study of MagLev Technology in Patients Undergoing MCS Therapy With HeartMate 3™ Continued Access Protocol: Post-Approval Continued Follow-up
Multi-Center Study of MagLev Technology in Patients Undergoing MCS Therapy With HeartMate 3™ Continued Access Protocol: Post-Approval Continued Follow-up
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: June 27, 2022
Intervention Type: Device
Study Phase: Not Applicable

87 Total Publications

Utilization of leadless pacemaker following orthotopic heart transplantation for complete heart block during index hospitalization.
Utilization of leadless pacemaker following orthotopic heart transplantation for complete heart block during index hospitalization.
Journal: HeartRhythm case reports
Published: February 03, 2025
View All 87 Publications
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My mission, along with the Dignity Health Medical Group, is to focus on innovative clinical care and the pursuit of excellence through scholarly activities. This allows me to provide patients with state-of-the-art patient services and exceptional patient experiences. Dr. Arjuna is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Lung Transplant. Her top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Fibrosis, Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis, Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, Aspergillosis, and Lung Transplant.

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500 W Thomas Rd, 680 Dhmg St Joseph's Pelvi, 
Phoenix, AZ 
 (364.0 miles away)
602-406-6017
Languages Spoken:
English
See accepted insurances
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth

The Norton Thoracic Institute believes in treating all patients with dignity and respect. Using a multidisciplinary approach, the Institute works to diagnose and treat some of the most complex thoracic and esophageal diseases in the Southwest through a team of physicians who provide patients with a plan of care. Patients receive treatment with state-of-the-art technology to ensure a full range of treatment options. We offer treatment and care in accordance with national guidelines. Dr. Tokman is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Lung Transplant. Her top areas of expertise are Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, Lung Metastases, Pneumonia, Lung Transplant, and Gastrostomy.

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Areas of Expertise

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  • Heart Transplant
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    • Cardiomyopathy
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    • Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM)
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