4.7
3 Ratings with 1 written Review
Summary
Dr. Lester Ordiway is a thoracic surgeon with over four decades of experience treating conditions affecting the chest, lungs, and related structures. He earned his medical degree from Hahnemann University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Hahnemann University Hospital. With 43 years in practice, Dr. Ordiway has developed extensive expertise in surgical procedures involving the thoracic cavity. He communicates with patients in English.
Dr. Ordiway practices at several locations throughout the Tampa Bay area, including Saint Joseph's Hospital Cancer Institute and AdventHealth Carrollwood in Tampa, as well as facilities in Saint Petersburg. His clinical focus includes treating respiratory failure in both adult and pediatric patients, along with managing pleural effusion when fluid accumulates around the lungs. He performs specialized procedures such as thoracentesis to remove excess fluid from the chest cavity and central venous catheter placement for patients requiring …long-term vascular access. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 on Vitals.
Read More Read less Dr. Ordiway practices at several locations throughout the Tampa Bay area, including Saint Joseph's Hospital Cancer Institute and AdventHealth Carrollwood in Tampa, as well as facilities in Saint Petersburg. His clinical focus includes treating respiratory failure in both adult and pediatric patients, along with managing pleural effusion when fluid accumulates around the lungs. He performs specialized procedures such as thoracentesis to remove excess fluid from the chest cavity and central venous catheter placement for patients requiring …long-term vascular access. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 on Vitals.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 43 years of experience
- speaks English
- Hahnemann University Hospital
- 1 written review
- 1 specialty
- 1 area of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 4 hospital affiliations
- 5 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Lester Ceylon Ordiway has 5 locationsHeart And Vascular Associates Of Tampa Llc
2715 N Macdill AveTampa, FL 33607Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Saint Josephs Hospital Cancer Institute
3001 W Dr Martin Luther King Jr BlvdTampa, FL 33607 Tel: (813) 870-4000
Kindred Hospital Bay Area Saint Petersburg
3030 6th St SSaint Petersburg, FL 33705 Tel: (727) 894-8719
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| Dr. Lester Ceylon Ordiway, MD | Dr. K. Adam Lee, MD | Dr. Awais Ashfaq, MD | Dr. Bryan Martin Steinberg, MD |
| Thoracic Surgery | Thoracic Surgery | Surgery | Thoracic Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 43 Years of Experience | 15 Years of Experience | 36 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish | |
| Tampa , FL | Jupiter , FL | Cincinnati , OH | Washington , DC |
| Med School: Hahnemann University School Of Medicine | Med School: New York College | Med School: MAYO MEDICAL SCHOOL | Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Lester Ceylon Ordiway has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Lester Ceylon Ordiway has the following area of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
43 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, Florida, 2026, Expired
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Residency
Hahnemann University Hospital
Medical School
Hahnemann University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1983
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Where is Dr. Lester Ordiway's office located?
- Dr. Lester Ordiway's office is located at 2715 N Macdill Ave, Tampa, FL, 33607.
- How can I make an appointment with Dr. Lester Ordiway?
- You can find contact information for Dr. Lester Ordiway here on Vitals.
- Which hospitals is Dr. Lester Ordiway affiliated with?
- Dr. Lester Ordiway is affiliated with Adventhealth Carrollwood, Kindred Hospital Central Tampa, Kindred Hospital Bay Area Tampa, and Saint Josephs Hospital Cancer Institute.
- Does Dr. Lester Ordiway accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Lester Ordiway has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- What languages does Dr. Lester Ordiway speak?
- Dr. Lester Ordiway speaks English.
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