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Dr. Raymond Schaerf, MD
Cardiothoracic Surgery* Age 77
Dr. Raymond Schaerf, MD
4.7 (26 Ratings)
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Dr. Raymond Schaerf, MD is a Cardiothoracic Surgeon in Los Angeles, CA.
Dr. Raymond Schaerf, MD
4.7 (26 Ratings)
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Dr. Raymond Schaerf, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery* Age 77
Los Angeles, CA
Accepting new patients
53 years of experience
Dr. Raymond Schaerf, MD is a Cardiothoracic Surgeon in Los Angeles, CA.

About

Dr. Schaerf graduated from NEW YORK Medical College. Dr. Raymond Schaerf, MD is a Cardiothoracic Surgeon in Los Angeles, CA and has 53 years experience. Dr. Schaerf currently practices at Smidt Heart Institute and are affiliated with Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. Dr. Schaerf has experience treating conditions like Subacute Endocarditis among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Schaerf received an average rating of 4.7/5 from patients and has been reviewed 26 times. Dr. Schaerf's office accepts new patients. Dr. Schaerf also speaks French, German, Spanish and Yiddish. Dr. Schaerf is board certified in Cardiovascular Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Subacute Endocarditis
Port Placements or Replacements
Maze Procedure
Subacute Endocarditis
Port Placements or Replacements
Maze Procedure
Pleural Effusion
Thoracentesis
Endocarditis
Cardioverter-Defibrillator or Pacemaker Insertion, Removal or Repair
Tracheal Surgery
Atrial Fibrillation
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Heart Attack (Acute Myocardial Infarction)
Heart Valve Disorders
Hypertensive Heart with Failure
Lung Cancer
Mitral Valve Disease
Nonrheumatic Tricuspid Disease
Paroxysmal Atrial Fibrillation
Pericardial Disease
Pneumonitis
Rheumatic Tricuspid Disease
Systolic Heart Failure
Ventricular Tachycardia (VT)
Automatic Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator (ICD) Implantation
Chest CT (incl. Heart and Lungs)
Decortication and Pleurectomy
Insertion of Left Ventricular Lead for Pacemaker or Cardioverter and Defibrillator
Open Lung Resection or Removal
Acute Coronary Syndrome
Aneurysm of Heart
Aortic Aneurysm
Aortic Ectasia
Aortic Valve Disease
Aortic Valve Regurgitation
Atrial Septal Defect
Benign Lung Neoplasms
Benign Mediastinal Tumor
Biventricular Heart Failure
Cardiac Sarcoidosis
Cardiac Tamponade
Carotid Artery Disease
Congenital Aortic Valve Disorders
Congenital Heart Defects
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
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Esophageal Cancer
Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
Heart Attack (STEMI)
Heart Disease
Hypertensive Heart without Failure
Interstitial Lung Disease
Lung Abscess
Lymphangioma
Metastatic Respiratory System Cancer
Mitral and Aortic Valve Disorder
Mitral Valve Regurgitation
Mitral Valve Stenosis
Noninfective Endocarditis
Patent Foramen Ovale (PFO)
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
Pleura Cancer
Pleural Cancer
Pulmonary Embolism
Pulmonary Insufficiency
Pulmonary Valve Disease
Pulmonary Venous Return Anomaly
Rheumatic Mitral Stenosis
Septal Defect
Septic Embolism
Ventricular Fibrillation
Ablation for Cardiac Arrhythmias
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Arterial Catheterization with Robotic Assist
Bronchoscopy
Bronchoscopy with Robotic Assist
Cardiac Catheterization (incl. Coronary Angiography)
Cardiac Catheterization with Robotic Assist
Heart Defect Repair
Insertion of Epicardial Lead for Pacemaker or Cardioverter and Defibrillator
Lobectomy of Lung with Robotic Assist
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Non-Coronary Angioplasty, Atherectomy, and Stenting
Open Lobectomy
Open Lung Removal
Open Thymectomy
Pacemaker Insertion or Replacement
Pancoast Tumor Excision
Partial Lobectomy
Peripheral Artery Catheterization
Removal or Revision of Pacemaker or Cardioverter and-or Defibrillator
Thoracoscopic Segmentectomy
Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection
Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection Robotic Assist
Tricuspid Valve Surgery
Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) or Thoracotomy

Insurance Accepted

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  • Cigna
  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • Health Net
  • Coventry Health Care
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  • United Healthcare

Locations

  1. 1 Cedars-Sinai Cardiac Surgery Program
    127 S San Vicente Blvd Ste A3600, Los Angeles, CA 90048

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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Schaerf
4.7
Based on 26 Reviews
5 Stars (23)
4 Stars (1)
3 Stars (0)
2 Stars (0)
1 Star (2)

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May 02, 2024
Dr. Schaerf is incredible. He was so accessible, checked in daily in person while I was in the hospital in case I had questions, was so transparent and clear. He is exceptional.
— May 02, 2024
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Languages Spoken
French
German
Spanish
Yiddish
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Cardiothoracic Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • NEW YORK Medical College
    1972
Medical Education

Board Certifications

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

Dr. Raymond Schaerf, MD is affiliated with Cedars-Sinai Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Raymond Schaerf, MD holds board certification in Cardiovascular Surgery, Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery and Thoracic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Cedars-Sinai Medical Center

    8700 Beverly Blvd, West Hollywood, CA