Summary

Dr. Ara Vaporciyan is a vascular and thoracic surgeon who specializes in complex cardiovascular and chest procedures. He earned his medical degree from the University of Michigan Medical School and completed his residency at the prestigious Texas Heart Institute. With 37 years of experience in surgery, Dr. Vaporciyan has developed extensive expertise in treating conditions affecting the blood vessels and chest cavity.

Dr. Vaporciyan practices at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, Texas, where he focuses on treating lung cancer and managing high blood pressure in both adult and pediatric patients. His surgical skills include advanced wound care techniques and specialized dressing applications for chronic wounds. Patients consistently rate Dr. Vaporciyan highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • 4.5
  • 37 years of experience
  • 9 insurance plans accepted
  • Texas Heart Institute
  • 4 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 17 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

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Vascular SurgeryVascular SurgeryVascular SurgeryVascular Surgery
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4.5 
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37 Years of Experience 23 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Mandarin, Taiwanese Speaks English Speaks English
Houston , TXHouston , TXWebster , TXHouston , TX
Med School: University Of Michigan Medical School Med School: Texas A&M Health Science Center College of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Ara Asadur Vaporciyan

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - POS
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Community Health Choice
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Ara Asadur Vaporciyan has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Ara Asadur Vaporciyan has the following 17 areas of expertise

  • Adjuvant Chemotherapy
  • Adult Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)
  • Aneurysm
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis
  • Diabetes Complications
  • Esophagectomy
  • Esophagus Cancer (Esophogeal Neoplasm)
  • Glandular Cancer (Adenocarcinoma)
  • Heart Cancer
  • Local Neoplasm Recurrence
  • Lung Cancer
  • Mesothelioma (Asbestos-related Cancer)
  • Pneumonectomy (Lung removal)
  • Squamous Cell Carcinoma
  • Thoracic Surgery
  • Varicose Veins
  • Vascular Malformations

Certifications, License, & Education

37 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Texas Heart Institute

Medical School

University Of Michigan Medical SchoolGraduated in 1989

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Where is Dr. Ara Vaporciyan's office located?
Dr. Ara Vaporciyan's office is located at 1515 Holcombe Blvd, Houston, TX, 77030.
Which hospitals is Dr. Ara Vaporciyan affiliated with?
Dr. Ara Vaporciyan is affiliated with The University Of Texas Md Anderson Cancer Center.
Does Dr. Ara Vaporciyan accept my insurance?
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