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Dr. Joseph Shrager, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery* Age 61
Dr. Joseph Shrager, MD
4.4 (11 Ratings)

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Dr. Joseph Shrager, MD is a Cardiothoracic Surgery Specialist in Stanford, CA.
Dr. Joseph Shrager, MD
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Dr. Joseph Shrager, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery* Age 61
Stanford, CA
Accepting new patients
36 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Joseph Shrager, MD is a Cardiothoracic Surgery Specialist in Stanford, CA.

About

Dr. Joseph Shrager, MD is a Cardiothoracic Surgery Specialist in Stanford, CA and has 36 years experience. They graduated from HARVARD Medical School in 1988 and completed a residency at Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania.They currently practice at Practice and are affiliated with Stanford Health Care. Dr. Shrager has experience treating conditions like Lung Cancer among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Shrager received an average rating of 4.4/5 from patients and has been reviewed 11 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Shrager is board certified in General Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Lung Cancer
Thoracoscopic Lobectomy
Thoracoscopic Lobectomy Robotic Assist
Lung Cancer
Thoracoscopic Lobectomy
Thoracoscopic Lobectomy Robotic Assist
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Atrial Fibrillation
Constipation
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Endocarditis
Esophageal Cancer
Metastatic Respiratory System Cancer
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Noninfective Endocarditis
Partial Lung Collapse
Pleural Effusion
Thymomas
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Chest CT (incl. Heart and Lungs)
Decortication and Pleurectomy
Lobectomy of Lung with Robotic Assist
Maze Procedure
Open Lobectomy
Open Lung Resection or Removal
Partial Lobectomy
Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection
Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection Robotic Assist
Acute Coronary Syndrome
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Aneurysm
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Aortic Aneurysm
Aortic Dissection
Aortic Ectasia
Aortic Stenosis
Aortic Valve Disease
Aortic Valve Regurgitation
Ascites
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Atrial Septal Defect
Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Lung Neoplasms
Benign Mediastinal Tumor
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Benign Pleural Neoplasm
Boerhaave's Syndrome
Bone Cancer
Breast Cancer
Breast Lump
Cardiac Tamponade
Carotid Artery Disease
Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak (CSF Leak)
Chylothorax
Colorectal Cancer
Congenital Heart Defects
Congenital Heart Disease
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Emphysema
Empyema
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Esophageal Fistula
Esophageal Tumor
Excessive Sweating
Gastric Ulcer
Gynecologic Cancer
Heart Attack (Acute Myocardial Infarction)
Hyperparathyroidism
Hypertensive Heart with Failure
Ileus
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Inguinal Hernia
Interstitial Lung Disease
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Obstruction
Lung Abscess
Lung Mass
Malignant Heart Tumors
Malignant Mediastinal Tumor
Mediastinal Tumors
Mitral Valve Disease
Mitral Valve Regurgitation
Mitral Valve Stenosis
Obstructed Inguinal Hernia
Osteosarcoma
Pancreatic Cancer
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Paroxysmal Atrial Fibrillation
Patent Foramen Ovale (PFO)
Pelvic Abscess
Pericardial Disease
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
Peripheral Arterial Embolism and Thrombosis
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Phlebitis and Thrombophlebitis
Pleura Cancer
Pleural Cancer
Pneumonitis
Primary Hyperhidrosis
Pulmonary Arteriovenous Malformation
Pulmonary Embolism
Pulmonary Valve Disease
Pyloric Stenosis
Rib Fracture
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Secondary Malignancies
Septal Defect
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
Stomach Cancer
Systolic Heart Failure
Tetralogy of Fallot
Thoracic Cancer
Thymic Epithelial Tumor
Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid Nodule
Traumatic Brain Injury
Unstable Angina
Ventricular Fibrillation
Ventricular Tachycardia (VT)
Abdominoplasty
Automatic Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator (ICD) Implantation
Bronchoscopy
Bronchoscopy with Robotic Assist
Cardiac Catheterization (incl. Coronary Angiography)
Cardiac MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) of Heart or Chest
Cardiac Myocardial Perfusion Imaging
Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) Surgery
Dressing and-or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn
Duodenal Polypectomy
Endoscopic Sympathectomy for Hyperhidrosis
Endoscopic Thoracic Sympathectomy
Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
Excision of Esophageal Lesion
Excision of Stomach Tumor
Gastrectomy
Gastrotomy
Heart Defect Repair
Hyperhidrosis and Minimally Invasive Sympathectomy
Mediastinal Tumors and Minimally Invasive Resection
Minimally Invasive Esophagectomy (MIE)
Minimally Invasive Surgery
Minimally Invasive Thymectomy
Mitral Valve Surgery
Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Open Thymectomy
Pacemaker Insertion or Replacement
Pancoast Tumor Excision
Port Placements or Replacements
Thoracentesis
Thoracoscopic Segmentectomy
Thoracoscopic Thymectomy
Thymectomy
Tracheal Surgery
Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic (VATS) Lobectomy
Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS)
Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) or Thoracotomy

Insurance Accepted

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  • Choice Plus POS II
  • Bronze w/ H.S.A (Prudent Buyer PPO/Small Grp)-CA PPO
  • Blue Card PPO
  • Select Plus HMO
  • Access Plus Savenet
  • Medicare
  • HealthyBlue 2.0
  • Open Access Plus
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
  • Choice Care PPO
  • MultiPlan PPO
  • United Healthcare

Locations

  1. 1 Stanford Hospital and Clinics
    300 Pasteur Dr, Stanford, CA 94305
  2. 2 Esophagus Center
    420 Broadway St Fl 2, Redwood City, CA 94063
  3. 3 Office
    870 QUARRY RD, Palo Alto, CA 94304
  4. 4 Palo Alto Va Medical Center
    3801 Miranda Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94304
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 15:30

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Shrager
4.4
Based on 11 Reviews
5 Stars (9)
4 Stars (0)
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2 Stars (1)
1 Star (1)

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May 28, 2021
I had thoracic surgery and Dr Shrager was my surgeon. The result was phenomenal - he gave me my life back! Kudos to his team as well - they were omnipresent and very helpful. Both Dr Shrager and his team made me feel safe and I wisely chose them to help me.
Madeline — May 28, 2021
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Specialties*
Cardiothoracic Surgery
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • HARVARD Medical School
    1988
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • General Surgery, Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery and Thoracic Surgery
Board Certifications
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A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
    1995
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Massachusetts General Hospital
    1998
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Joseph Shrager, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Shrager's profile.

Dr. Joseph Shrager, MD is affiliated with Stanford Health Care.

Yes, Dr. Joseph Shrager, MD holds board certification in General Surgery, Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery and Thoracic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Stanford Health Care

    300 Pasteur Dr, Stanford, CA