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Dr. Thomas Bilfinger, MD

Critical Care Surgery*
4.6 (9)
Map Pin Small Stony Brook, NY
Accepting new patients
46 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Thomas Bilfinger, MD

Dr. Thomas Bilfinger, MD is a Critical Care Surgery Specialist in Stony Brook, NY. They specialize in Critical Care Surgery, has 46 years of experience, and is board certified in General Surgery. They graduated from Medical School University Zurich and is affiliated with Stony Brook University Hospital. Dr. Bilfinger, completed a residency at University of Texas Medical Branch Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Bilfinger an average 4.6 star rating.

Dr. Bilfinger works at State Univ of New York in Stony Brook, NY. They frequently treat conditions like Pleural Effusion and Lung Cancer along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and CareFirst 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. Bilfinger's Office Locations

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    Cardiothoracic Surgery Dept at Stony Brook University Medical Center
    3 Edmund D Pellegrino Rd, Stony Brook, NY 11794 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (631) 444-1820

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  • Stony Brook University Hospital

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Lung Cancer
Partial Lung Collapse
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Thoracoscopic Lobectomy
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Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection
Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection Robotic Assist
Abdominal Pain
Adrenal Gland Cancer
Anorectal Abscess
Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Mediastinal Tumor
Boerhaave's Syndrome
Bone Cancer
Brain Injury
Breast Cancer
Breast Lump
Cholangiocarcinoma
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Colorectal Cancer
Constipation
Crohn's Disease
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Empyema
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Esophageal Cancer
Esophageal Diverticulum
Esophageal Fistula
Esophageal Varices
Gallstones
Gastric Ulcer
Hemorrhoids
Hiatal Hernia
Hidradenitis
Hyperparathyroidism
Ileus
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Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Inguinal Hernia
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Obstruction
Liver Cancer
Lung Abscess
Mediastinal Tumors
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Osteosarcoma
Pancreatic Cancer
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
Peripheral Arterial Dissection
Peripheral Arterial Embolism and Thrombosis
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Phlebitis and Thrombophlebitis
Pleura Cancer
Primary Biliary Cholangitis
Rib Fracture
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Secondary Malignancies
Small Intestine Cancer
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Stomach Cancer
Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
Thymomas
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Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid Nodule
Traumatic Brain Injury
Ulcerative Colitis
Umbilical Hernia
Varicose Veins
Ventral Hernia
Abdominal Organ Transplant
Abdominoplasty
Acid Reflux Surgery
Adrenalectomy
Arterial Catheterization with Robotic Assist
Arteriovenous Fistula Repair
Atherectomy
Bladder Surgery
Carotid Endarterectomy (CEA) or Excision of Infected Graft
Decortication and Pleurectomy
Duodenal Polypectomy
Embolectomy, Thrombectomy, or Vessel Exploration
Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Esophagectomy (Esophagogastrostomy, Esophagojejunostomy)
Excision
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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
Gastrectomy
Gastrectomy with Robotic Assist
Gastrotomy
Incision and Removal of Foreign Object
Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
Laparotomy
Lobectomy of Lung with Robotic Assist
Lymphadenectomy with Robotic Assist
Lymphadenectomy With Robotic Assistance
Nephrectomy
Nephrectomy with Robotic Assist
Non-Coronary Angioplasty, Atherectomy, and Stenting
Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Open Lobectomy
Open Lung Resection or Removal
Open Thymectomy
Pancoast Tumor Excision
Peripheral Artery Bypass
Peripheral Artery Catheterization
Port Placements or Replacements
Renal Transplant
Thoracentesis
Thoracoscopic Excision of Lung With Robotic Assistance
Thoracoscopic Segmentectomy
Tracheal Surgery
Venous Thrombectomy
Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) or Thoracotomy
Wound Repair
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    About Dr. Thomas Bilfinger, MD

    Specialties*
    • Critical Care Surgery

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    Years of Experience
    • 46 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1780602730
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • University of Texas Medical Branch Hospital
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • University of Texas Medical Branch Hospital
    Residency
    Internship
    • University of Chicago
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • Medical School University Zurich
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • General Surgery and Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
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    Dr. Thomas Bilfinger, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Bilfinger is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

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    Dr. Bilfinger works at State Univ of New York in Stony Brook, NY. View the full address on Dr. Bilfinger’s profile.

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

    9 patients have reviewed Dr. Bilfinger. 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. Bilfinger.

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