5
1 Rating with 1 written Review
Summary
Dr. Derek Serna-Gallegos is a thoracic surgeon who specializes in complex chest and heart procedures. He earned his medical degree from the Keck School of Medicine at the University of Southern California and has practiced for 14 years, developing expertise in both general surgery and thoracic surgery. His dual specialty training allows him to address a wide range of surgical conditions affecting the chest cavity and cardiovascular system.
Dr. Serna-Gallegos practices at UPMC Presbyterian and the UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute in Pittsburgh and Monroeville, Pennsylvania. He focuses on treating coronary artery disease and myocardial ischemia, with particular expertise in addressing heart conditions in women. His approach includes comprehensive care that may involve strength training and diagnostic testing such as creatinine clearance evaluations. Patients consistently rate him highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Dr. Serna-Gallegos practices at UPMC Presbyterian and the UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute in Pittsburgh and Monroeville, Pennsylvania. He focuses on treating coronary artery disease and myocardial ischemia, with particular expertise in addressing heart conditions in women. His approach includes comprehensive care that may involve strength training and diagnostic testing such as creatinine clearance evaluations. Patients consistently rate him highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
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Quick Facts
- 14 years of experience
- 33 insurance plans accepted
- Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern California
- 1 written review
- 2 specialties
- 2 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 5 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Derek Ray Serna-Gallegos has 5 locationsUpmc Heart And Vascular Institute
200 Lothrop St Ste 5bPittsburgh, PA 15213 Tel: (412) 647-6000
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
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| Med School: Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern California | Med School: University Of Texas Southwestern Medical School | Med School: Kasturba Medical College Manipal | Med School: AMERICAN UNIVERSITY OF THE CARIBBEAN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Derek Ray Serna-Gallegos
Medical Specialties
Dr. Derek Ray Serna-Gallegos has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Derek Ray Serna-Gallegos has the following 2 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
14 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, Pennsylvania, 2026, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Medical School
Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern CaliforniaGraduated in 2012
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