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Dr. Scott Buchanan, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery*
5.0 (12)
Map Pin Small Portland, ME
Accepting new patients
33 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Scott Buchanan, MD

Dr. Scott Buchanan, MD is a Cardiothoracic Surgeon in Portland, ME. They specialize in Cardiothoracic Surgery, has 33 years of experience, and is board certified in Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery. They graduated from Duke University School of Medicine and is affiliated with Mainegeneral Medical Center and Maine Medical Center. Dr. Buchanan, completed a residency at University Va. Patients rated Dr. Buchanan an average 5.0 star rating.

Dr. Buchanan works at Practice in Portland, ME with other offices in Scarborough, ME and Lewiston, ME. They frequently treat conditions like Aortic Aneurysm 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. Buchanan's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Maine Medical Partners Cardiovascular Surgery
    818 Congress St, Portland, ME 04102 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (207) 773-8161
  2. 2
    Turning Point Cardiac Rehabilitation
    96 Campus Dr, Scarborough, ME 04074 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (207) 773-8161
  3. 3
    Maine Medical Partners Mainehealth Cardiology
    99 Campus Ave Ste 301, Lewiston, ME 04240 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (207) 773-8161
  4. 4
    MMP Vascular Surgery
    92 Campus Dr Ste D, Scarborough, ME 04074 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (207) 662-8900

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Aortic Aneurysm
Pleural Effusion
Aortic Valve Surgery
Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) Surgery
Valve Repair or Replacement (Aortic, Mitral, Tricuspid, and Pulmonary)
Acute Coronary Syndrome
Aortic Dissection
Aortic Valve Disease
Aortic Valve Regurgitation
Atherosclerosis
Atherosclerosis of Aorta
Atrial Fibrillation
Carotid Artery Disease
Cerebrovascular Disease
Congenital Aortic Valve Disorders
Congenital Heart Defects
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Heart Attack (Acute Myocardial Infarction)
Hypertensive Heart with Failure
Mitral Valve Disease
Mitral Valve Regurgitation
Paroxysmal Atrial Fibrillation
Pericardial Disease
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Pulmonary Insufficiency
Systolic Heart Failure
Aneurysm Repair
Aortic Arch Repair
Aortic Repair
Cardiac Catheterization (incl. Coronary Angiography)
Cardiac Catheterization with Robotic Assist
Cardioverter-Defibrillator or Pacemaker Insertion, Removal or Repair
Chest CT (incl. Heart and Lungs)
Coronary Artery Bypass with Robotic Assist
Gallbladder Removal
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Maze Procedure
Thoracentesis
Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR)
Vascular Duplex Ultrasonography and Plethysmography
Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA)
Abdominal Pain
Acute Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Acute Venous Embolism Thrombosis
Aneurysm
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Aortic Ectasia
Aortic Embolism and Thrombosis
Aortic Stenosis
Ascites
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Atrial Septal Defect
Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Heart Tumors
Benign Mediastinal Tumor
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Bone Cancer
Brachial Plexus Palsy
Breast Cancer
Breast Lump
Cardiac Tamponade
Cerebral Embolism
Cholangiocarcinoma
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Chronic Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Chronic Venous Embolism Thrombosis
Coarctation of the Aorta
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Colorectal Cancer
Constipation
Constrictive Pericarditis
Coronary Vessel Malformation
Crohn's Disease
Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Embolism
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Endocarditis
Esophageal Cancer
Esophageal Diverticulum
Gallbladder and Biliary Tract Cancer
Gallstones
Gynecologic Cancer
Hemorrhoids
Hiatal Hernia
Hyperparathyroidism
Iliac Aneurysm
Incisional Hernia
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Inguinal Hernia
Interstitial Lung Disease
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Obstruction
Ischemic Colitis
Lipomas
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Liver Cancer
Lung Cancer
Lymphedema
Malignant Heart Tumors
Marfan Syndrome
Mediastinal Tumors
Metastatic Respiratory System Cancer
Mitral Valve Stenosis
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Noninfective Endocarditis
Nonrheumatic Tricuspid Disease
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Partial Lung Collapse
Peptic Ulcer
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
Peripheral Arterial Disease of Extremities
Peripheral Arterial Dissection
Peripheral Arterial Embolism and Thrombosis
Peripheral Edema
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Phlebitis and Thrombophlebitis
Pneumonitis
Pulmonary Embolism
Renal Artery Arteriosclerotic Disease
Rheumatic Mitral Stenosis
Rheumatic Tricuspid Disease
Rib Fracture
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Secondary Hypertension
Septal Defect
Septic Embolism
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Spider Veins
Subacute Endocarditis
Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
Thoracoabdominal Aortic Aneurysm
Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid Nodule
Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
Traumatic Brain Injury
Typical Atrial Flutter
Ulcerative Colitis
Umbilical Hernia
Varicose Veins
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Venous Compression
Venous Embolism and Thrombosis
Venous Insufficiency
Ventricular Fibrillation
Ventricular Septal Defect
Ventricular Tachycardia (VT)
Ablation for Cardiac Arrhythmias
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Aortic Valve Bicuspidization
Arterial Catheterization with Robotic Assist
Arteriovenous Fistula Repair
Atherectomy
Atrial Tissue Ablation
Automatic Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator (ICD) Implantation
Carotid Endarterectomy (CEA) or Excision of Infected Graft
Colectomy
Coronary Thrombectomy
Duodenal Polypectomy
Embolectomy Arterial
Embolectomy, Thrombectomy, or Vessel Exploration
Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
Endovascular Repair of Aorta
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Excision
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Excision of Esophageal Lesion
Excision of Stomach Tumor
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Gastrotomy
Heart Defect Repair
Heart Valvuloplasty of Mitral Valve Without Replacement
Insertion of Epicardial Lead for Pacemaker or Cardioverter and Defibrillator
Insertion of Left Ventricular Lead for Pacemaker or Cardioverter and Defibrillator
Mitral Valve Bicuspidization
Mitral Valve Repair
Mitral Valve Surgery
Non-Coronary Angioplasty, Atherectomy, and Stenting
Peripheral Artery Bypass
Peripheral Artery Catheterization
Port Placements or Replacements
Puncture Aspiration
Resection Cardiac Tumor with Robotic Assist
Spinal Nerve Block
Thromboendarterectomy or Excision of Infected Graft
Tracheal Surgery
Tricuspid Valve Surgery
Venous Thrombectomy
Wound Repair
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    Specialties*
    • Cardiothoracic Surgery

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    • 33 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    • 1932154135
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • University Va
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • University Va
    Residency
    Medical Education
    • Duke University School of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
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    Dr. Buchanan has seen patients for Aortic Aneurysm and Pleural Effusion, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Buchanan on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

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