Summary

Dr. Michael Acker is a thoracic surgeon who has dedicated 45 years to treating complex heart and chest conditions. He earned his medical degree from Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University and completed his residency at University of Pennsylvania Health System. Dr. Acker speaks English and brings nearly five decades of surgical expertise to his practice.

Dr. Acker is affiliated with Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania and practices at multiple locations throughout Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He specializes in treating coronary artery disease and focuses particularly on heart conditions that affect women differently than men. His expertise includes performing diagnostic tests like electrocardiograms and chest imaging to evaluate heart function. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 4.1
  • 45 years of experience
  • 44 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University Of Pennsylvania Health System
  • 7 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 19 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 6 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Michael A Acker has 6 locations

Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania

3400 Civic Center BlvdPhiladelphia, PA 19104

Penn Heart And Vascular Center

3400 Civic Ctr Blvd Fl 2 E PavPhiladelphia, PA 19104
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Hospital Of The University Pennsylvania Cedar Avenue

501 S 54th StPhiladelphia, PA 19143

Pennsylvania Hospital

800 Spruce StPhiladelphia, PA 19107

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Dr. Michael A Acker, MDJaclyn A. Azzara, PA-CDr. Louis ChaiGregory C. Frank, PA-C
Thoracic SurgeryThoracic SurgeryThoracic SurgeryThoracic Surgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.1 
45 Years of Experience 10 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Philadelphia , PALanghorne , PAPhiladelphia , PALanghorne , PA
Med School: Warren Alpert Medical School Of Brown University Med School: Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Michael A Acker

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Blue Cross of Northeastern Pennsylvania
  • Braven Health (Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey)
  • Capital Blue Cross
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Clover Health
  • Gateway Health
  • Gateway Health - Medicaid
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Golden Rule
  • Health Partners Plans (Pennsylvania)
  • HealthPartners
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Horizon NJ Health
  • Humana
  • Independence Blue Cross
  • Integra
  • Keystone First
  • Keystone First - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Optum Health
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN)
  • Transamerica
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • UPMC Health Plan
  • US Family Health Plan
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Michael A Acker has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Michael A Acker has the following 19 areas of expertise

  • Aneurysm
  • Aortic Aneurysm
  • Aortic Diseases
  • Cardiac Surgical Procedures
  • Cardiomyoplasty
  • Cardiopulmonary Bypass (CPB)
  • Coronary Artery Bypass (Heart Bypass)
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis
  • Diabetes Complications
  • Dilated Cardiomyopathy
  • Heart Disease (Myocardial Ischemia)
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • Heart Transplantation
  • Heart Valve Diseases
  • Heart Valve Prosthesis Implantation
  • Myocardial Infarction
  • Varicose Veins
  • Vascular Malformations

Certifications, License, & Education

45 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Pennsylvania, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Of Pennsylvania Health System

Medical School

Warren Alpert Medical School Of Brown UniversityGraduated in 1981

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What languages does Dr. Michael Acker speak?
Dr. Michael Acker speaks English.
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Dr. Michael Acker is affiliated with Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania.
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