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Dr. Rachit Shah, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery*
4.6 (10)
Map Pin Small Richmond, VA
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23 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Rachit Shah, MD

Dr. Rachit Shah, MD is a Cardiothoracic Surgery Specialist in Richmond, VA. They specialize in Cardiothoracic Surgery, has 23 years of experience, and is board certified in General Surgery. They graduated from University of Newcastle School of Medicine and is affiliated with VCU Medical Center Main Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Shah an average 4.6 star rating.

Dr. Shah works at Practice in Richmond, VA with other offices in Williamsburg, VA. They frequently treat conditions like Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax) 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. Shah's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Medical College of Virginia Hospitals
    1250 E Marshall St, Richmond, VA 23298 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (804) 827-1207
  2. 2
    Vcu Medial Center - Ambulatory Care Center
    417 N 11th St, Richmond, VA 23298 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (804) 828-2775
  3. 3
    William and Mary Clinic
    332 N Henry St, Williamsburg, VA 23185 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (804) 828-2775
  4. 4
    Vcu Health System Stony Point
    9000 Stony Point Pkwy, Richmond, VA 23235 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (804) 828-2775

Hospital Affiliations
Admitting Hospitals

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  • VCU Medical Center Main Hospital

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Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection Robotic Assist
Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection
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Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)

Treatment frequency



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Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection Robotic Assist
Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Esophageal Cancer
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Partial Lobectomy
Thoracentesis
Lung Cancer
Pleural Effusion
Thoracoscopic Lobectomy
Thoracoscopic Lobectomy Robotic Assist
Abdominal Pain
Atrial Fibrillation
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Empyema
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Esophageal Achalasia and Cardiospasm
Esophageal Diverticulum
Interstitial Lung Disease
Metastatic Respiratory System Cancer
Acid Reflux Surgery
Bronchoscopy
Bronchoscopy with Robotic Assist
Chest CT (incl. Heart and Lungs)
Decortication and Pleurectomy
Duodenal Polypectomy
Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
Esophagectomy (Esophagogastrostomy, Esophagojejunostomy)
Gastrectomy
Gastrectomy with Robotic Assist
Gastrotomy
Maze Procedure
Open Lung Resection or Removal
Port Placements or Replacements
Acute Coronary Syndrome
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Aneurysm
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Aneurysm of Heart
Aortic Aneurysm
Aortic Dissection
Aortic Ectasia
Aortic Valve Disease
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
Carotid Artery Disease
Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak (CSF Leak)
Cholangiocarcinoma
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Chylothorax
Colorectal Cancer
Congenital Anomaly Esophagus
Congenital Heart Defects
Constipation
Crohn's Disease
Ductal Carcinoma in Situ
Endocarditis
Esophageal Fistula
Esophageal Varices
Gallbladder and Biliary Tract Cancer
Gallstones
Gastric Ulcer
Gastroparesis
Gynecologic Cancer
Heart Attack (Acute Myocardial Infarction)
Hiatal Hernia
Hiatal Hernia with Obstruction
Hyperparathyroidism
Hypertensive Heart with Failure
Hypertensive Heart without Failure
Ileus
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Incisional Hernia
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Obstruction
Ischemic Colitis
Lipomas
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Liver Cancer
Lung Abscess
Malignant Heart Tumors
Malignant Mediastinal Tumor
Mitral Valve Disease
Mitral Valve Regurgitation
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Osteosarcoma
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Paroxysmal Atrial Fibrillation
Partial Lung Collapse
Patent Foramen Ovale (PFO)
Pelvic Abscess
Pericardial Disease
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Pleura Cancer
Pleural Cancer
Pneumonitis
Pulmonary Embolism
Pyloric Stenosis
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Secondary Malignancies
Septal Defect
Small Intestine Cancer
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
Stomach Cancer
Systolic Heart Failure
Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
Thymomas
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Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid Nodule
Traumatic Brain Injury
Ulcerative Colitis
Varicose Veins
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Ventral Hernia
Ventricular Fibrillation
Ventricular Septal Defect
Ventricular Tachycardia (VT)
Abdominoplasty
Arterial Catheterization with Robotic Assist
Bariatric Surgery (Weight Loss Surgery)
Cardiac Catheterization (incl. Coronary Angiography)
Cardiac Catheterization with Robotic Assist
Cardiac MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) of Heart or Chest
Cardiac Myocardial Perfusion Imaging
Closed Endoscopic Biopsy of Bronchus With Robotic Assistance
Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) Surgery
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
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
Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass Surgery
Laparoscopic Surgery for Achalasia
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
Laparotomy
Liver Biopsy
Lobectomy of Lung with Robotic Assist
Non-Coronary Angioplasty, Atherectomy, and Stenting
Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Open Lobectomy
Open Lung Removal
Open Thymectomy
Pancoast Tumor Excision
Peripheral Artery Catheterization
Pyloromyotomy
Revision of Gastric Anastomosis or Restrictive Procedure
Robotic Heller Myotomy for the Treatment of Achalasia
Sleeve Gastrectomy
Splenectomy
Splenectomy and Splenorrhaphy
Thoracoscopic Pneumonectomy
Thoracoscopic Segmentectomy
Thoracoscopic Thymectomy
Tracheal Surgery
Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) or Thoracotomy
Wound Repair
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    4.6
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    About Dr. Rachit Shah, MD

    Specialties*
    • Cardiothoracic Surgery

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    Years of Experience
    • 23 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1528273422
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    Education & Certifications

    Medical Education
    • University of Newcastle School of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • General Surgery and Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
    Board Certifications
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    Dr. Shah has seen patients for Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax), 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.

    10 patients have reviewed Dr. Shah. The overall rating for this provider is 4.6. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Shah.

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