Summary

Dr. Harrison Pitcher is a thoracic surgeon with an impressive 41 years of experience in the field. They earned their medical degree from the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry and have dedicated over four decades to mastering both thoracic surgery and general surgery. Their extensive career reflects deep expertise in complex chest and lung procedures. Dr. Pitcher is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing them to communicate effectively with diverse patient populations.

Dr. Pitcher practices at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, where they are affiliated with multiple Jefferson Health locations throughout the city. They specialize in treating serious conditions including respiratory failure in both adult and pediatric patients, as well as managing anemia caused by heavy bleeding. Their surgical expertise includes performing bronchoscopy procedures and therapeutic hypothermia treatments. Patients have given Dr. Pitcher an average rating of 2.3 on Vitals.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 2.3
  • 41 years of experience
  • 17 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Schulich School Of Medicine & Dentistry
  • 2 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 7 office locations

Office Locations

Dr. Harrison T Pitcher has 7 locations

Thomas Jefferson Cardiothoracic Surgery

1025 Walnut St Ste 607Philadelphia, PA 19107
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Jefferson Heart Institute City Center Philadelphia

925 Chestnut St Mezzanine FLPhiladelphia, PA 19107

Jefferson Methodist Hospital

2301 S Broad StPhiladelphia, PA 19148

Einstein Medical Center Philadelphia

5501 Old York RdPhiladelphia, PA 19141

Jefferson Hospital For Neuroscience

900 Walnut StPhiladelphia, PA 19107

Jefferson Frankford Hospital

4900 Frankford AvePhiladelphia, PA 19124

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Dr. Harrison T Pitcher, MDJaclyn A. Azzara, PA-CDr. Louis ChaiDr. Lisa A. Bevilacqua
Thoracic SurgeryThoracic SurgeryThoracic SurgeryThoracic Surgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
2.3 
41 Years of Experience 10 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish
Philadelphia , PALanghorne , PAPhiladelphia , PAPhiladelphia , PA
Med School: Schulich School Of Medicine & Dentistry Med School: Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School Med School: Renaissance School Of Medicine At Stony Brook University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Harrison T Pitcher

  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriHealth
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Health Partners Plans (Pennsylvania)
  • HealthPartners
  • Horizon NJ Health
  • Keystone First
  • Keystone First - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Medicare - PPO
  • Meritain Health
  • MetroPlus Health Plan
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • UPMC Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr. Harrison T Pitcher has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Harrison T Pitcher has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Aneurysm
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis
  • Diabetes Complications
  • Surgery
  • Varicose Veins
  • Vascular Malformations

Certifications, License, & Education

41 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Pennsylvania, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Schulich School Of Medicine & DentistryGraduated in 1985

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Harrison Pitcher affiliated with?
Dr. Harrison Pitcher is affiliated with Thomas Jefferson University Hospital.
Where is Dr. Harrison Pitcher's office located?
Dr. Harrison Pitcher's office is located at 1025 Walnut St Ste 607, Philadelphia, PA, 19107.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Harrison Pitcher?
You can find contact information for Dr. Harrison Pitcher here on Vitals.
Does Dr. Harrison Pitcher accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Harrison Pitcher accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does Dr. Harrison Pitcher accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Harrison Pitcher has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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