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Dr. Benjamin Wei, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery*
4.8 (133)
Map Pin Small Birmingham, AL
Accepting new patients
19 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Benjamin Wei, MD

Dr. Benjamin Wei, MD is a Cardiothoracic Surgery Specialist in Birmingham, AL. They specialize in Cardiothoracic Surgery, has 19 years of experience, and is board certified in General Surgery. They graduated from Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons. Patients rated Dr. Wei an average 4.8 star rating.

Dr. Wei works at Practice in Birmingham, AL. They frequently treat conditions like Lung Cancer and Esophageal Cancer along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Anthem, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Blue Cross Blue Shield of California as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Wei's Office Locations

  1. 1
    The Kirklin Clinic
    2000 6th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35233 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (205) 934-3411
    Monday
    08:00 - 16:30
    Tuesday
    13:00 - 16:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 13:00
  2. 2
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    703 19th St S, Birmingham, AL 35233 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (205) 934-5937

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Chest CT (incl. Heart and Lungs)
Lung Cancer
Esophageal Cancer
Partial Lobectomy
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection
Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection Robotic Assist
Atrial Fibrillation
Benign Mediastinal Tumor
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Colorectal Cancer
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Empyema
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Esophageal Diverticulum
Hypertensive Heart with Failure
Interstitial Lung Disease
Metastatic Respiratory System Cancer
Partial Lung Collapse
Pleura Cancer
Pleural Cancer
Pleural Effusion
Rib Fracture
Bronchoscopy
Bronchoscopy with Robotic Assist
Cardiac MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) of Heart or Chest
Closed Endoscopic Biopsy of Bronchus With Robotic Assistance
Decortication and Pleurectomy
Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
Maze Procedure
Thoracentesis
Thoracoscopic Lobectomy
Thoracoscopic Lobectomy Robotic Assist
Abdominal Pain
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Anal or Rectal Pain
Aneurysm
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Aneurysm of Heart
Aortic Aneurysm
Aortic Stenosis
Aortic Valve Disease
Aortic Valve Regurgitation
Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Lung Neoplasms
Boerhaave's Syndrome
Bone Cancer
Breast Cancer
Breast Lump
Cardiac Tamponade
Carotid Artery Disease
Cholangiocarcinoma
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Congenital Heart Defects
Congenital Heart Disease
Constipation
Crohn's Disease
Endocarditis
Esophageal Achalasia and Cardiospasm
Esophageal Fistula
Esophageal Varices
Gallstones
Gastric Ulcer
Heart Attack (Acute Myocardial Infarction)
Hemorrhoids
Hiatal Hernia
Hiatal Hernia with Obstruction
Hyperparathyroidism
Ileus
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Incisional Hernia
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Obstruction
Ischemic Colitis
Liver Cancer
Lung Abscess
Malignant Mediastinal Tumor
Mitral and Aortic Valve Disorder
Mitral Valve Disease
Mitral Valve Regurgitation
Mitral Valve Stenosis
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Osteosarcoma
Pancreatic Cancer
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Parathyroid (Gland) Tumor: Other than Malignant
Parathyroid Cancer
Paroxysmal Atrial Fibrillation
Peptic Ulcer
Pericardial Disease
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Pneumonitis
Pulmonary Embolism
Pyloric Stenosis
Rheumatic Aortic Valve Disorders
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Secondary Malignancies
Septal Defect
Septic Embolism
Small Intestine Cancer
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Stomach Cancer
Subacute Endocarditis
Systolic Heart Failure
Thoracoabdominal Aortic Aneurysm
Thymomas
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Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid Nodule
Traumatic Brain Injury
Umbilical Hernia
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Ventral Hernia
Ventricular Fibrillation
Ventricular Tachycardia (VT)
Acid Reflux Surgery
Anoscopy
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Arterial Catheterization with Robotic Assist
Biopsy of Breast
Bone Marrow Biopsy
Cardiac Catheterization (incl. Coronary Angiography)
Cardiac Catheterization with Robotic Assist
Cardiac Myocardial Perfusion Imaging
Colectomy
Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) Surgery
Diaphragmatic Paraesophagel Hernia Robotic Assist
Duodenal Polypectomy
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Esophagectomy (Esophagogastrostomy, Esophagojejunostomy)
Esophagomyotomy
Esophagomyotomy with Robotic Assist
Excision of Esophageal Lesion
Excision of Stomach Tumor
Excision of Tracheal Tumor or Stenosis
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Gallbladder Removal
Gastrectomy
Gastrectomy with Robotic Assist
Gastric Restrictive With Partial Gastrectomy or Jejunojejunostomy
Gastrotomy
Hernia Repair
Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Robotic Assist
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Laparoscopic Sigmoidectomy With Robotic Assistance
Laparoscopic Surgery for Achalasia
Lobectomy of Lung with Robotic Assist
Lymphadenectomy with Robotic Assist
Non Invasive Mechanical Ventilatn Robotic Assist
Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Open Lobectomy
Open Lung Removal
Open Lung Resection or Removal
Open Thymectomy
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair Robotic Assist
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
Parathyroidectomy
Peripheral Artery Catheterization
Port Placements or Replacements
Pyloromyotomy
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Revision of Gastric Anastomosis or Restrictive Procedure
Robotic Heller Myotomy for the Treatment of Achalasia
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Sympathectomy
Thoracoscopic Drainage of Pleural Cavity With Robotic Assistance
Thoracoscopic Excision of Lung With Robotic Assistance
Thoracoscopic Segmentectomy
Thoracoscopic Thymectomy
Thyroid Lobectomy
Thyroidectomy or Thyroid Lobectomy
Tracheal Surgery
Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) or Thoracotomy
Wound Repair
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    Specialties*
    • Cardiothoracic Surgery

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    • 19 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    • 1013154962
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    Education & Certifications

    Medical Education
    • Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • General Surgery and Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Dr. Benjamin Wei, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Wei is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Wei accepts Anthem, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Blue Cross Blue Shield of California, and other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

    Dr. Wei has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Wei has seen patients for Lung Cancer and Esophageal Cancer, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Wei on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    133 patients have reviewed Dr. Wei. The overall rating for this provider is 4.8. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Wei.

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