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Dr. Benny Weksler, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery* Age 59
Dr. Benny Weksler, MD
4.1 (9 Ratings)

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Dr. Benny Weksler, MD is a Cardiothoracic Surgery Specialist in Pittsburgh, PA.
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Dr. Benny Weksler, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery* Age 59
Pittsburgh, PA
Accepting new patients
37 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Benny Weksler, MD is a Cardiothoracic Surgery Specialist in Pittsburgh, PA.

About

Dr. Benny Weksler, MD is a Cardiothoracic Surgery Specialist in Pittsburgh, PA and has 37 years experience. They graduated from Federal University Of Brazil, Brazil. They currently practice at Practice and are affiliated with Allegheny General Hospital, West Penn Hospital, Allegheny Valley Hospital, AHN Grove City, Canonsburg General Hospital and Saint Vincent Hospital. At present, Dr. Weksler received an average rating of 4.1/5 from patients and has been reviewed 9 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Weksler also speaks Portuguese and Spanish. Dr. Weksler is board certified in General Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Lung Cancer
Chest CT (incl. Heart and Lungs)
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Lung Cancer
Chest CT (incl. Heart and Lungs)
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Lung Cancer
Chest CT (incl. Heart and Lungs)
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Esophageal Cancer
Metastatic Respiratory System Cancer
Partial Lung Collapse
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
Maze Procedure
Partial Lobectomy
Port Placements or Replacements
Thoracentesis
Thoracoscopic Lobectomy
Thoracoscopic Lobectomy Robotic Assist
Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection
Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection Robotic Assist
Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) or Thoracotomy
Abdominal Pain
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Aortic Dissection
Aortic Stenosis
Aortic Valve Regurgitation
Ascites
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Atrial Septal Defect
Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Lung Neoplasms
Benign Mediastinal Tumor
Benign Pleural Neoplasm
Benign Tumor
Boerhaave's Syndrome
Bone Cancer
Breast Cancer
Breast Lump
Breathing Disorders
Cancer
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Cholangiocarcinoma
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Colorectal Cancer
Congenital Achalasia
Congenital Aortic Valve Disorders
Constipation
Constrictive Pericarditis
Crohn's Disease
Empyema
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Esophageal Dilation
Esophageal Diseases
Esophageal Diverticulum
Esophageal Fistula
Gallstones
Gastroparesis
Heart Attack (Acute Myocardial Infarction)
Hiatal Hernia
Hiatal Hernia with Obstruction
Hypertensive Heart with Failure
Hypertensive Heart without Failure
Ileus
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Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Interstitial Lung Disease
Intestinal Obstruction
Liver Cancer
Malignant Heart Tumors
Mediastinal Cancer
Mitral and Aortic Valve Disorder
Mitral Valve Regurgitation
Mitral Valve Stenosis
Myasthenia Gravis
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Osteosarcoma
Paroxysmal Atrial Fibrillation
Patent Foramen Ovale (PFO)
Pelvic Abscess
Peripheral Arterial Embolism and Thrombosis
Pleura Cancer
Pleural Cancer
Pleural Effusion
Pneumonitis
Pulmonary Disease
Pyloric Stenosis
Respiratory Diseases
Rheumatic Aortic Valve Disorders
Rheumatic Tricuspid Disease
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Septal Defect
Septic Embolism
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Spontaneous Pneumothorax
Stomach Cancer
Systolic Heart Failure
Thymomas
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Thymus Cancer
Thyroid Cancer
Varicose Veins
Vascular Disease
Ventral Hernia
Ventricular Septal Defect
Ventricular Tachycardia (VT)
Acid Reflux Surgery
Aortic Valve Surgery
Arterial Catheterization with Robotic Assist
Bronchoscopy
Bronchoscopy with Robotic Assist
Closed Endoscopic Biopsy of Bronchus With Robotic Assistance
Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) Surgery
da Vinci® Robotic Surgery
Decortication and Pleurectomy
Duodenal Polypectomy
Endoscopic Laser Therapy
Endoscopy
Esophageal Stenting
Esophageal Surgery
Esophagectomy (Esophagogastrostomy, Esophagojejunostomy)
Esophagogastroscopy
Esophagomyotomy
Esophagomyotomy with Robotic Assist
Esophagoscopy
Esophagostomy
Excision of Esophageal Lesion
Excision of Tracheal Tumor or Stenosis
Fiberoptic Bronchoscopy
Gastrotomy
Heart Defect Repair
Impella Device
Insertion of Epicardial Lead for Pacemaker or Cardioverter and Defibrillator
Laparoscopic Anti-Reflux Surgery
Left Ventricular Assist Device (LVAD)
Lobectomy of Lung with Robotic Assist
Lung Cancer Treatment
Lung Resection
Lung Surgery
Lung Volume Reduction Surgery (LVRS)
Lymphadenectomy with Robotic Assist
Mediastinal Surgery
Minimal Access Surgery
Minimally Invasive Surgery
Minimally Invasive Thymectomy
Open Appendectomy
Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Open Lobectomy
Open Lung Removal
Open Lung Resection or Removal
Open Thymectomy
Pancoast Tumor Excision
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair Robotic Assist
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
Percutaneous Procedures
Percutaneous Tracheostomy
Peripheral Artery Catheterization
Pleural Biopsy
Pleural Evacuation
Pulmonary Procedures
Puncture Aspiration
Removal or Revision of Pacemaker or Cardioverter and-or Defibrillator
Resection for Pulmonary Neoplasia
Robotic Heller Myotomy for the Treatment of Achalasia
Thoracic Surgical Procedure
Thoracic Sympathectomy for Sweaty Palms
Thoracoscopic Excision of Lung With Robotic Assistance
Thoracoscopic Procedure
Thoracoscopic Segmentectomy
Thoracoscopic Surgery
Thoracoscopic Thymectomy
Thoracoscopy
Thoracotomy
Tracheal Surgery
Transbronchial Lung Biopsy
Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR)
Tricuspid Valve Surgery
Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS)
Wound Repair

Insurance Accepted

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  • Personal Choice PPO
  • National (BlueCard) PPO
  • Open Access
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • Medicare
  • Blue Choice Advantage
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
  • Medicaid
  • MultiPlan PPO
  • United Healthcare
  • Dental

Locations

  1. 1 Allegheny General Hospital
    320 E North Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15212
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (412) 359-6137
  2. 2 Klingensmith Healthcare
    2315 Myrtle St, Erie, PA 16502
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  3. 3 Wolf Creek Medical Associates
    647 N Broad Street Ext, Grove City, PA 16127
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  4. 4 Saint Vincent Health Center
    232 W 25th St, Erie, PA 16544
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4.1
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Jul 20, 2018
Best doctor ever. Had lung cancer. In the hospital for one day. Recoved at home in 3 weeks. Great doctor
Wanda Williams in Memphis, TN — Jul 20, 2018
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Languages Spoken
Portuguese
Spanish
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Specialties*
Cardiothoracic Surgery
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Federal University Of Brazil, Brazil
    1987
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Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • General Surgery and Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Benny Weksler, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Weksler's profile.

Dr. Benny Weksler, MD is affiliated with Allegheny General Hospital, West Penn Hospital, Allegheny Valley Hospital, AHN Grove City, Canonsburg General Hospital and Saint Vincent Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Benny Weksler, MD holds board certification in General Surgery and Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Allegheny General Hospital

    320 E North Ave, Pittsburgh, PA

  • West Penn Hospital

    4800 Friendship Ave, Pittsburgh, PA

  • Allegheny Valley Hospital

    1301 Carlisle St, Natrona Heights, PA

  • AHN Grove City

    631 N Broad Street Ext, Grove City, PA

  • Canonsburg General Hospital

    100 Medical Blvd, Canonsburg, PA

  • Saint Vincent Hospital

    232 W 25th St, Erie, PA