Summary

Gary Chmielewski, MD, FACS, is board-certified in both thoracic surgery and general surgery. He earned his medical degree from Loyola University of Chicago Stritch School of Medicine. He completed an internship and general surgery residency at Wayne State University Detroit Medical Center in Michigan, where he became chief resident. He continued at Wayne State University, completing a fellowship in cardiothoracic surgery. He is a founding member of the thoracic surgical group at Beaumont Hospitals in Royal Oak, Michigan where he became an early adopter of minimally invasive thoracic surgery techniques. Dr. Chmielewski also served as an associate professor in the division of thoracic surgery, where he developed their thoracic robotic surgery program. In 2019, Dr. Chmielewski became the chief of thoracic surgery at Advocate Lutheran General Hospital in Park Ridge, Illinois. While there, he also served as the regional director of thoracic surgery for the Advocate Health Care system. Dr. Chmielewski developed a thoracic surgery team that was ranked 40th in US News and World Report as a hospital program. He is the author of numerous publications, book chapters, and presentations throughout his career.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.4
  • 38 years of experience
  • 24 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Wayne St Univ-Detroit M C, Thoracic Surgery; Wayne St Univ-Detroit M C, General Surgery
  • 2 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Gary Chmielewski has 2 locations

AdventHealth Medical Group Thoracic Surgical Oncology at Innovation Tower

265 E Rollins St Ste 5300Orlando, FL 32804

AdventHealth Medical Group Thoracic Surgical Oncology at Altamonte Springs

661 E Altamonte Dr Ste 223Altamonte Springs, FL 32701

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Speaks English Speaks English, Punjabi, Urdu, Hindi, Spanish Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English, Hindi
Orlando , FLOrlando , FLLake Mary , FLOviedo , FL
Med School: Loyola Univ of Chicago Stritch Sch of Med, Maywood Il Med School: University of Punjab, Rawalpindi Medical College Med School: University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine - Philadelphia, PA Med School: Jawaharial Institute of Post-Graduate Medical Education - Dhanvantari Nagar, Pondicherry, India
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Gary Chmielewski

  • Advocate Health Care
  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • America's 1st Choice
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Anthem Blue Cross - Medicaid
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Cigna
  • Devoted Health
  • Freedom Health
  • Health First Health Plans
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN)
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Gary Chmielewski has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Gary Chmielewski has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Aneurysm
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis
  • Diabetes Complications
  • Glandular Cancer (Adenocarcinoma)
  • Lung Cancer
  • Varicose Veins
  • Vascular Malformations

Certifications, License, & Education

38 Years Experience

Gary Chmielewski is board certified in Thoracic and Cardiac Surgery and Surgery by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery and American Board of Surgery.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Thoracic and Cardiac Surgery by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery and board certified in Surgery by the American Board of Surgery.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Wayne St Univ-Detroit M C, Thoracic Surgery; Wayne St Univ-Detroit M C, General Surgery.

Medical School

Graduated from Loyola Univ of Chicago Stritch Sch of Med, Maywood Il in 1988.

NPI Number

Gary Chmielewski's NPI number is 1215911052.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Gary Chmielewski speak?
Gary Chmielewski speaks English.
Does Gary Chmielewski accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Gary Chmielewski has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
How can I make an appointment with Gary Chmielewski?
You can find contact information for Gary Chmielewski here on Vitals.
Which hospitals is Gary Chmielewski affiliated with?
Gary Chmielewski is affiliated with Advocate Lutheran General Hospital.
Where is Gary Chmielewski's office located?
Gary Chmielewski's office is located at 265 E Rollins St Ste 5300, Orlando, FL, 32804.

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