Summary

Dr. Christopher Wigfield is a vascular and thoracic surgeon who brings over three decades of surgical expertise to patient care. He earned his medical degree from Freie Universitaet Berlin Medizinische Fachbereich in Germany, establishing a strong international foundation for his medical career. With 33 years of experience in surgery, Dr. Wigfield has developed comprehensive skills in both vascular and thoracic surgical procedures.

Dr. Wigfield practices at several prestigious medical centers, including Loyola University Medical Center in Maywood, University of Chicago Medicine in Chicago, and Cancer Treatment Centers of America locations throughout Chicago. His clinical focus includes treating patients with chronic lung disease and COPD, conditions that significantly impact breathing and quality of life. He performs specialized procedures such as wedge resection to remove diseased lung tissue, bronchoscopy for diagnostic evaluation of the airways, and pleurectomy with decortication to address chest cavity complications. Patients rate Dr. Wigfield 3.1 out of 5 stars on average.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.1
  • 33 years of experience
  • 41 insurance plans accepted
  • Freie Universitaet Berlin Medizinische Fachbereich
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 5 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr Christopher Wigfield has 5 locations

Cardiothoracic And Vascular Surgical Associates Sc

4400 W 95th St Ste 308Oak Lawn, IL 60453
Mon9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri9:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

University Of Chicago Medicine

5841 S Maryland AveChicago, IL 60637

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Dr Christopher WigfieldDr. Charles Perrott VI, MD, FCS SA, FACSDr. Ara K. Pridjian, MDHector L Salcedo, M.D.
Vascular SurgeryVascular SurgeryVascular SurgeryVascular Surgery
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33 Years of Experience 53 Years of Experience 21 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Chinese, English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish, Italian
Oak Lawn , ILNorthbrook , ILChicago , ILChicago , IL
Med School: Freie Universitaet Berlin Medizinische Fachbereich Med School: University Of The Witwatersrand Faculty Of Health Sciences Med School: Medical College of Wisconsin Med School: Universidad Iberoamericana (Unibe) School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr Christopher Wigfield

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - POS
  • Aetna - PPO
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Anthem Blue Cross - Medicare
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • APWU
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Cigna
  • Community Health Options
  • GEHA
  • Geisinger Health Plan - HMO
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana - PPO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Optum Health
  • Transamerica
  • Tricare
  • Tufts Health Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UPMC Health Plan
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr Christopher Wigfield has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr Christopher Wigfield has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Aneurysm
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis
  • Diabetes Complications
  • Laser Surgery
  • Lung Cancer
  • Pleural Effusion
  • Thoracic Surgery
  • Varicose Veins
  • Vascular Malformations

Certifications, License, & Education

33 Years Experience

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Freie Universitaet Berlin Medizinische Fachbereich in 1993.

NPI Number

Dr Wigfield's NPI number is 1396910261.

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Dr Christopher Wigfield's office is located at 4400 W 95th St Ste 308, Oak Lawn, IL, 60453.
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Dr Christopher Wigfield is affiliated with Loyola University Medical Center.

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