Summary

Dr. Ahmed Nassar is a cardiovascular and thoracic surgeon who specializes in complex heart and chest procedures. He earned his medical degree from Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine and completed his surgical training through residency at Lehigh Valley Health Network-Cedar Crest. Dr. Nassar furthered his expertise with fellowships at the University of Nebraska Medical Center, gaining advanced skills in cardiovascular and thoracic surgical techniques. With 16 years of experience in surgery, he speaks both Arabic and English to serve diverse patient communities.

Dr. Nassar practices at Lehigh Valley Hospital 17th Street in Allentown, Pennsylvania. He treats patients with serious heart conditions including chest pain from blocked arteries and life-threatening aortic aneurysms. His surgical expertise includes repairing torn major blood vessels and performing complex procedures for patients with advanced heart failure. Dr. Nassar also provides specialized care through mechanical circulatory support programs for patients with severe heart conditions.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 16 years of experience
  • 34 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Arabic, English
  • University of Nebraska Medical Center
  • 3 specialties
  • 4 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

LVH Cardiac and Thoracic Surgery-1250 Cedar Crest

1250 S Cedar Crest Blvd Ste 310Allentown, PA 18103
Mon7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Thoracic SurgeryThoracic SurgeryThoracic SurgeryInternal Medicine
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16 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience 10 Years of Experience 4 Years of Experience
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Speaks Arabic, English
Allentown , PAPhiladelphia , PAPhiladelphia , PABoston , MA
Med School: Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine Med School: Renaissance School Of Medicine At Stony Brook University Med School: Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School Med School: Lewis Katz School Of Medicine At Temple University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Ahmed R. Nassar

  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare
  • Aetna
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriHealth Caritas
  • AmeriHealth Caritas - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross of Northeastern Pennsylvania
  • Capital Blue Cross
  • Cenpatico
  • Cigna
  • Gateway Health
  • Gateway Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Gateway Health - Medicare
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Health Partners Plans (Pennsylvania)
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthPartners
  • HealthPartners - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Independence Blue Cross
  • Keystone First
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Mutual of Omaha - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UPMC Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Ahmed R. Nassar has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Ahmed R. Nassar has the following 4 areas of expertise

  • Cardiologist
  • Laparoscopic Surgery (Laparoscopy)
  • Surgery
  • Thoracic Surgeon

Certifications, License, & Education

16 Years Experience

Ahmed R. Nassar holds an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at University of Nebraska Medical Center in 2017 and University of Nebraska Medical Center in 2016.

Residency

Completed their residency at Lehigh Valley Health Network-Cedar Crest in 2015, Lehigh Valley Health Network-Cedar Crest in 2014, Lehigh Valley Health Network-Cedar Crest in 2013, and Lehigh Valley Health Network-Cedar Crest in 2012.

Internship

Completed their internship at Lehigh Valley Health Network-Cedar Crest in 2011.

Medical School

Graduated from Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine in 2010.

NPI Number

Ahmed R. Nassar's NPI number is 1922329622.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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What languages does Ahmed Nassar speak?
Ahmed Nassar speaks Arabic and English.
Where is Ahmed Nassar's office located?
Ahmed Nassar's office is located at 1250 S Cedar Crest Blvd Ste 310, Allentown, PA, 18103.

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