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Dr. Michael Pontoriero, MD

Thoracic Surgery*
4.0 (4)
Map Pin Small Clifton, NJ
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39 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Michael Pontoriero, MD

Dr. Michael Pontoriero, MD is a Thoracic Surgery Specialist in Clifton, NJ. They specialize in Thoracic Surgery, has 39 years of experience, and is board certified in Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery. They graduated from Rutgers New Jersey Medical School and is affiliated with Clara Maass Medical Center. Patients rated Dr. Pontoriero an average 4.0 star rating.

Dr. Pontoriero works at Practice in Clifton, NJ with other offices in Belleville, NJ, Westfield, NJ and Springfield, NJ. They frequently treat conditions like Aortic Aneurysm and Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) along with other conditions at varying frequencies. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Pontoriero's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Office
    1401 Broad St, Clifton, NJ 07013 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (973) 759-9000
  2. 2
    Clara Maass Medical Center
    1 Clara Maass Dr, Belleville, NJ 07109 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (973) 450-2000
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00
  3. 3
    Cardiovascular Care Group PC
    433 Central Ave, Westfield, NJ 07090 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (973) 759-9000
    Monday
    Closed
    Tuesday
    Closed
    Wednesday
    08:30 - 16:30
    Thursday
    Closed
    Friday
    Closed
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed
  4. 4
    Office
    673 Morris Ave, Springfield, NJ 07081 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (973) 759-9000

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  • Clara Maass Medical Center

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Aortic Aneurysm
Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA)
Peripheral Arterial Embolism and Thrombosis
Aortic Aneurysm
Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA)
Peripheral Arterial Embolism and Thrombosis

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Many providers have expertise treating multiple conditions or procedures. FindCare uses a variety of data sources to determine which conditions or procedures a provider treats and their level of experience.
Aortic Aneurysm
Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA)
Peripheral Arterial Embolism and Thrombosis
Acute Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Acute Venous Embolism Thrombosis
Atherosclerosis
Carotid Artery Disease
Cerebrovascular Disease
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Iliac Aneurysm
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
Peripheral Arterial Disease of Extremities
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Phlebitis and Thrombophlebitis
Varicose Veins
Venous Embolism and Thrombosis
Arterial Catheterization with Robotic Assist
Arteriovenostomy for Renal Dialysis
Embolectomy, Thrombectomy, or Vessel Exploration
Non-Coronary Angioplasty, Atherectomy, and Stenting
Peripheral Artery Catheterization
Port Placements or Replacements
Vascular Duplex Ultrasonography and Plethysmography
Acute Coronary Syndrome
Aneurysm
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Aortic Dissection
Aortic Ectasia
Aortic Embolism and Thrombosis
Aortic Stenosis
Aortic Valve Disease
Aortic Valve Regurgitation
Arrhythmias
Atrial Fibrillation
Atrial Flutter
Benign Lung Neoplasms
Benign Tumor
Cancer
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Cardiac Tamponade
Cardiomegaly
Cardiomyopathy
Congenital Heart Defects
Congenital Heart Disease
Congestive Heart Failure
Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Embolism
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Empyema
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Endocarditis
Esophageal Diseases
Head and Neck Cancer
Heart Attack (Acute Myocardial Infarction)
Heart Disease
Lung Cancer
Lymphedema
Malignant Mediastinal Tumor
Median Arcuate Ligament Syndrome (MALS)
Mitral Valve Disease
Mitral Valve Regurgitation
Mitral Valve Stenosis
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Orthostatic Hypotension
Pericardial Disease
Peripheral Arterial Dissection
Peripheral Edema
Pleura Cancer
Pleural Cancer
Pulmonary Disease
Pulmonary Embolism
Pulmonary Valve Disease
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Secondary Hypertension
Thrombosis
Thymomas
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Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
Vascular Disease
Venous Compression
Venous Insufficiency
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Aneurysm Repair
Cardiac Catheterization (incl. Coronary Angiography)
Cardiac Electrophysiology
Carotid Artery Stent Placement
Carotid Endarterectomy (CEA) or Excision of Infected Graft
Chest CT (incl. Heart and Lungs)
Decortication and Pleurectomy
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Embolectomy Arterial
Endovascular Repair of Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
Endovascular Repair of Aorta
Endovascular Repair of Thoracic Aorta
Esophageal Surgery
Esophagostomy
Excision of Esophageal Lesion
Head and Neck Surgery
Heart Surgery
Hernia Repair
Incision and Removal of Foreign Object
Laparoscopic Surgical Procedure
Lung Surgery
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Pacemaker Insertion or Replacement
Peripheral Artery Bypass
Removal or Revision of Pacemaker or Cardioverter and-or Defibrillator
Revision of Arteriovenous Shunt for Renal Dialysis
Thoracentesis
Thoracoscopic Lobectomy
Thoracoscopic Segmentectomy
Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection
Thromboendarterectomy or Excision of Infected Graft
Tracheal Surgery
Varicose Vein Procedure
Vascular Surgical Procedure
Venous Thrombectomy
Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) or Thoracotomy
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    About Dr. Michael Pontoriero, MD

    Specialties*
    • Thoracic Surgery

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    Years of Experience
    • 39 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1275536765
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • New Eng Medical Center Tufts University School Med
    Fellowship
    Internship
    • UMDNJ Newark
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • Rutgers New Jersey Medical School
    Medical Education
    Undergraduate School
    • Fordham University
    Undergraduate School
    Board Certifications
    • Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
    Board Certifications
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    Dr. Pontoriero has seen patients for Aortic Aneurysm and Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Pontoriero on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    4 patients have reviewed Dr. Pontoriero. The overall rating for this provider is 4.0. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Pontoriero.

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