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Dr. Raymond Schaerf, MD

Thoracic Surgery*
4.6 (25)
Map Pin Small Los Angeles, CA
Accepting new patients
52 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Raymond Schaerf, MD

Dr. Raymond Schaerf, MD is a Thoracic Surgery Specialist in Los Angeles, CA. They specialize in Thoracic Surgery, has 52 years of experience, and is board certified in Cardiovascular Surgery. They graduated from NEW YORK Medical College and is affiliated with Cedars - Sinai Medical Center and Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center. Patients rated Dr. Schaerf an average 4.6 star rating.

Dr. Schaerf works at Cardiac Surgery in Los Angeles, CA. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Cigna 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. Schaerf's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Cardiac Surgery
    127 S San Vicente Blvd Ste A3600, Los Angeles, CA 90048 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (310) 423-3851
  2. 2
    Smidt Heart Institute
    127 S San Vicente Blvd Ste A3600, Los Angeles, CA 90048 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (310) 423-2726

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  • Cedars - Sinai Medical Center
  • Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center

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Tracheal Surgery
Tricuspid Valve Surgery
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    About Dr. Raymond Schaerf, MD

    Specialties*
    • Thoracic Surgery

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    Years of Experience
    • 52 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English, French
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    NPI Number
    • 1912903295
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    Education & Certifications

    Medical Education
    • NEW YORK Medical College
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Cardiovascular Surgery, Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery and Thoracic Surgery
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    Dr. Schaerf works at Cardiac Surgery in Los Angeles, CA. View the full address on Dr. Schaerf’s profile.

    25 patients have reviewed Dr. Schaerf. 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. Schaerf.

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