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Dr. Prashant Shah, MD

Thoracic Surgery*
4.8 (12)
Map Pin Small Temple, TX
Accepting new patients
24 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Prashant Shah, MD

Dr. Prashant Shah, MD is a Thoracic Surgery Specialist in Temple, TX. They specialize in Thoracic Surgery, has 24 years of experience, and is board certified in Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery. They graduated from St. George's University School of Medicine and is affiliated with Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple, Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Marble Falls and Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Round Rock. Patients rated Dr. Shah an average 4.8 star rating.

Dr. Shah works at Practice in Temple, TX. They frequently treat conditions like Lung Cancer and Pleural Effusion along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Blue Cross Blue Shield 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. Shah's Office Locations

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    Scott & White Memorial Hospital
    2401 S 31ST ST, Temple, TX 76508 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (254) 724-2111

Hospital Affiliations
Admitting Hospitals

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  • Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple
  • Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Marble Falls
  • Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Round Rock

Experience & Treatment Frequency

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Lung Cancer
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Treatment frequency



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.
Lung Cancer
Pleural Effusion
Chest CT (incl. Heart and Lungs)
Thoracentesis
Atrial Fibrillation
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Empyema
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Esophageal Cancer
Interstitial Lung Disease
Metastatic Respiratory System Cancer
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Partial Lung Collapse
Acid Reflux Surgery
Bronchoscopy
Bronchoscopy with Robotic Assist
Decortication and Pleurectomy
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Maze Procedure
Open Lung Resection or Removal
Partial Lobectomy
Thoracoscopic Lobectomy
Thoracoscopic Lobectomy Robotic Assist
Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection
Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection Robotic Assist
Acute Coronary Syndrome
Aneurysm
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Aortic Aneurysm
Aortic Embolism and Thrombosis
Aortic Valve Disease
Aortic Valve Regurgitation
Atrial Septal Defect
Benign Lung Neoplasms
Benign Mediastinal Tumor
Cardiac Tamponade
Carotid Artery Disease
Chylothorax
Congenital Heart Defects
Congenital Heart Disease
Endocarditis
Esophageal Diverticulum
Esophageal Fistula
Heart Attack (Acute Myocardial Infarction)
Hypertensive Heart with Failure
Hypertensive Heart without Failure
Lung Abscess
Malignant Mediastinal Tumor
Mitral and Aortic Valve Disorder
Mitral Valve Disease
Mitral Valve Regurgitation
Paroxysmal Atrial Fibrillation
Pericardial Disease
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
Pleura Cancer
Pleural Cancer
Pneumonitis
Pulmonary Arteriovenous Malformation
Pulmonary Embolism
Rheumatic Tricuspid Disease
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Secondary Hypertension
Septal Defect
Spontaneous Pneumothorax
Subacute Endocarditis
Systolic Heart Failure
Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
Thoracoabdominal Aortic Aneurysm
Thymomas
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Ventricular Fibrillation
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Aortic Valve Surgery
Cardiac Catheterization (incl. Coronary Angiography)
Cardiac MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) of Heart or Chest
Cardiac Myocardial Perfusion Imaging
Carotid Endarterectomy (CEA) or Excision of Infected Graft
Closed Endoscopic Biopsy of Bronchus With Robotic Assistance
Esophagectomy (Esophagogastrostomy, Esophagojejunostomy)
Esophagomyotomy
Esophagostomy
Excision of Esophageal Lesion
Lobectomy of Lung with Robotic Assist
Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Open Lobectomy
Open Lung Removal
Pancoast Tumor Excision
Port Placements or Replacements
Pulmonary Thrombectomy
Thoracoscopic Pneumonectomy
Thoracoscopic Thymectomy
Tracheal Surgery
Valve Repair or Replacement (Aortic, Mitral, Tricuspid, and Pulmonary)
Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) or Thoracotomy
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    About Dr. Prashant Shah, MD

    Specialties*
    • Thoracic Surgery

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    Years of Experience
    • 24 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1164605994
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Brigham and Women's Hospital (Harvard Medical School)
    Fellowship
    Internship
    • Maimonides Medical Center
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • St. George's University School of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Undergraduate School
    • Stanford University
    Undergraduate School
    Board Certifications
    • Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
    Board Certifications
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    Dr. Prashant Shah, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Shah is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

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

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

    12 patients have reviewed Dr. Shah. 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. Shah.

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