25 of the Best Thoracic Surgeons Near Me in Largo, FL

Looking for the best thoracic surgeon near Largo, FL? Find a top thoracic surgeon near you in Largo, FL who is an expert in your specific condition. A thoracic surgeon is a specialist who performs surgery on the lungs and other organs of the chest.

25 of the Best Thoracic Surgeons Near Me in Largo, FL

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MediFind found 22 specialists near Largo, FL

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    Ronald Woods
    Expertise in
    10
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery
    Expertise in
    10
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery

    Johns Hopkins All Children's Outpatient Care, St. Petersburg

    Saint Petersburg, FL 
     (13.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Woods is a cardiothoracic surgeon in the Johns Hopkins All Children’s Heart Institute in St. Petersburg, Florida. He joined the hospital staff in 2024. He was previously the surgical director of cardiac transplantation at Children’s Wisconsin in Milwaukee, and a professor of surgery in the Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery at Medical College of Wisconsin. Dr. Woods has published numerous peer-reviewed articles, books and chapters; given many talks regionally, nationally and internationally; and has served as a peer reviewer for many medical journals. He earned his medical degree from the University of Illinois College of Medicine. He completed a surgical residency at University of Washington Affiliated Hospitals in Seattle, followed by a pediatric surgery fellowship at Children’s Mercy Hospital in Kansas City. He then completed a thoracic surgery fellowship at University of Washington, followed by a specialty registrar in the Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery at Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children in London. He also earned his doctoral degree from the University of Illinois. Dr. Woods is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Coarctation of the Aorta, Double Discordia, Transposition of the Great Arteries, Heart Transplant, and Thymectomy.

    Expertise in
    4
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery
    Expertise in
    4
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery

    BayCare Medical Group Inc

    455 Pinellas St Ste 320, 
    Clearwater, FL 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Kayatta is a Thoracic Surgeon in Clearwater, Florida. Dr. Kayatta is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, Bicuspid Aortic Valve, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG).

    Expertise in
    3
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery
    Expertise in
    3
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery

    BayCare Medical Group Inc

    455 Pinellas St Ste 320, 
    Clearwater, FL 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Blaine Heric is a Thoracic Surgeon in Clearwater, Florida. Dr. Heric is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Aortic Valve Stenosis, Mitral Stenosis, Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG), and Heart Bypass Surgery.

    Expertise in
    2
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery
    Expertise in
    2
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery

    BayCare Medical Group Inc

    455 Pinellas St Ste 320, 
    Clearwater, FL 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jeffrey Bott is a Thoracic Surgeon in Clearwater, Florida. Dr. Bott is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Aortic Valve Stenosis, Infective Endocarditis, Arterial Embolism, Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG), and Heart Bypass Surgery.

    Expertise in
    0
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery
    Expertise in
    0
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery

    BayCare Medical Group Inc

    455 Pinellas St Ste 320, 
    Clearwater, FL 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Liberato Chapa is a Thoracic Surgeon in Clearwater, Florida. His top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Aortic Valve Stenosis, Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG), and Heart Bypass Surgery.

    Expertise in
    0
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery
    Expertise in
    0
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery

    CVT Surgical Specialists

    10333 Seminole Blvd Ste 8, 
    Largo, FL 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    A Hakki is a Thoracic Surgeon in Largo, Florida. His top areas of expertise are Arterial Embolism, Carotid Artery Disease, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Carotid Artery Surgery, and Heart Bypass Surgery.

    Expertise in
    4
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery
    Expertise in
    4
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery

    Cardiac Surgical Associates LLP

    6006 49th St N Ste 310, 
    Saint Petersburg, FL 
     (7.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    John Streitman is a Thoracic Surgeon in Saint Petersburg, Florida. Dr. Streitman is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta, Aortic Dissection, Aortic Valve Stenosis, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Heart Valve Repair.

    Expertise in
    2
    conditions
    Expertise in
    2
    conditions

    West Florida Cardiology Network LLC

    6006 49th St N Ste 310, 
    Saint Petersburg, FL 
     (7.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Alexandre Colafreanceschi is a Thoracic Surgeon in Saint Petersburg, Florida. Dr. Colafreanceschi is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Infective Endocarditis, Endocarditis, Aortic Valve Stenosis, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), and Aortic Valve Replacement. Dr. Colafreanceschi is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    0
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery
    Expertise in
    0
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery

    Diagnostic Clinic Medical Group

    1301 2nd Ave SW, 
    Largo, FL 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Harry Campbell is a Thoracic Surgeon in Largo, Florida.

    Expertise in
    0
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery
    Expertise in
    0
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery
    300 Pinellas St, 
    Clearwater, FL 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Katelyn Klintworth is a Thoracic Surgeon in Clearwater, Florida.

    Expertise in
    0
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery
    Expertise in
    0
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery

    Office

    7894 Lantana Creek Rd, 
    Seminole, FL 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Paul Dewitt is a Thoracic Surgeon in Seminole, Florida.

    Expertise in
    0
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery
    Expertise in
    0
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery

    Northside

    6006 49th St N Ste 310, 
    St Petersburg, FL 
     (7.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Barry Winton is a Thoracic Surgeon in St Petersburg, Florida. His top areas of expertise are Arterial Embolism and Heart Bypass Surgery.

    Expertise in
    7
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery
    Expertise in
    7
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery

    Office

    601 5th St S Ste 601, 
    Saint Petersburg, FL 
     (13.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Tom Karl is a Thoracic Surgeon in Saint Petersburg, Florida. Dr. Karl is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Tetralogy of Fallot, Double Discordia, Aortopulmonary Window, Pulmonary Atresia, and Heart Transplant.

    Expertise in
    2
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery
    Expertise in
    2
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery

    Cardiothoracic Surgery Of Hyde Park Inc.

    8950 Dr Martin Luther King Jr St N Ste 102, 
    Saint Petersburg, FL 
     (10.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Leah Teekell is a Thoracic Surgeon in Saint Petersburg, Florida. Dr. Teekell is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Menopause, Vitamin D Deficiency, Chinese Restaurant Syndrome, and Vitamin B12 Deficiency.

    Expertise in
    2
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery
    Expertise in
    2
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery

    Office

    204 37th Ave N, 
    Saint Petersburg, FL 
     (11.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Philip Ovadia is a Thoracic Surgeon in Saint Petersburg, Florida. Dr. Ovadia is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Aortic Valve Stenosis, Endocarditis, Pleurisy, Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG), and Heart Bypass Surgery.

    Expertise in
    0
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery
    Expertise in
    0
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery
    800 Eldorado Ave, 
    Clearwater, FL 
     (6.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Thomas Deal is a Thoracic Surgeon in Clearwater, Florida.

    Expertise in
    0
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery
    Expertise in
    0
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery
    10000 Bay Pines Blvd, C/o Dept Of Surg, 
    Bay Pines, FL 
     (7.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Richard Norenberg is a Thoracic Surgeon in Bay Pines, Florida.

    Expertise in
    0
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery
    Expertise in
    0
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery

    Northside

    6006 49th St N Ste 310, 
    St Petersburg, FL 
     (7.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    George Spoto is a Thoracic Surgeon in St Petersburg, Florida.

    Expertise in
    0
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery
    Expertise in
    0
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery

    HCA Florida Pasadena Hospital

    1501 Pasadena Ave S, 
    South Pasadena, FL 
     (11.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joseph Oliva is a Thoracic Surgeon in South Pasadena, Florida. His top area of expertise is Intestinal Cancer.

    Expertise in
    0
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery
    Expertise in
    0
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery

    Office

    601 7th St S Ste 205, 
    Saint Petersburg, FL 
     (13.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Christopher Bariana is a Thoracic Surgeon in Saint Petersburg, Florida. His top areas of expertise are Collapsed Lung, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, Advanced Bronchoscopy, and Endoscopy.

    Expertise in
    0
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery
    Expertise in
    0
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery

    Bayfront Medical Center

    601 7th St S Ste 530, 
    Saint Petersburg, FL 
     (13.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dwight Hand is a Thoracic Surgeon in Saint Petersburg, Florida. His top areas of expertise are Collapsed Lung, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG).

    Expertise in
    0
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery
    Expertise in
    0
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery

    Pediatric Physician Services, Inc.

    801 6th St S, 
    Saint Petersburg, FL 
     (13.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Harald Lindberg is a Thoracic Surgeon in Saint Petersburg, Florida. His top areas of expertise are Transposition of the Great Arteries, Tetralogy of Fallot, Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS), Ventricular Septal Defects, and Heart Transplant.

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    When should I see a Thoracic Surgeon near Largo, FL?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Thoracic Surgeon near Largo, FL?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Thoracic Surgeons near Largo, FL?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Thoracic Surgeons near Largo, FL?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Thoracic Surgeon in Largo?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Thoracic Surgeon search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Thoracic Surgeon?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Thoracic Surgeon near Largo, FL?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Thoracic Surgeon?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Thoracic Surgeon may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Thoracic Surgeons near Largo, FL?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Thoracic Surgeon search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Thoracic Surgeon that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Thoracic Surgeon search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/07/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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