Summary

Dr. John Um is a thoracic surgeon with 27 years of experience helping patients with complex heart and chest conditions. He earned his medical degree from the Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University and specializes in thoracic surgery and general surgery. Dr. Um is fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing him to communicate effectively with diverse patient populations.

Dr. Um practices at several locations throughout Omaha and Bellevue, Nebraska, including Children's Hospital and Medical Center, University of Nebraska Medical Center, Nebraska Medical Center, OrthoNebraska Hospital, and Bellevue Medical Center. He treats patients with heart failure and cardiac rhythm disorders, providing comprehensive care for those with serious heart conditions. His surgical expertise includes cardiac rehabilitation programs that help patients recover and strengthen their hearts after procedures. Patients consistently rate Dr. Um highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0 for his compassionate care and surgical skill.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 27 years of experience
  • 28 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • Warren Alpert Medical School Of Brown University
  • 1 written review
  • 1 award
  • 2 specialties
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 5 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Locations

Dr. John Y Um has 5 locations

Division Of Cardiothoracic Surgery

4400 Emile StOmaha, NE 68198
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

University Of Nebraska Medical Center College Of Medicine Department Of Surgery

982315 Nebraska Medical CtrOmaha, NE 68198
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

Nebraska Medical Center

4350 Dewey AveOmaha, NE 68105
Mon8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Orthonebraska Hospital

2808 S 143rd PlzOmaha, NE 68144

Bellevue Medical Center

2510 Bellevue Medical Center DrBellevue, NE 68123

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Dr. John Y Um, MDDr. Tin Huu Tran, MDDr. Adam John CloosDr. Lindsey Kathleen Koop
Thoracic SurgeryAnesthesiologySurgeryDiagnostic Radiology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.7 
27 Years of Experience 23 Years of Experience 6 Years of Experience 6 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English
Omaha , NECouncil Bluffs , IAOmaha , NEOmaha , NE
Med School: Warren Alpert Medical School Of Brown University Med School: University Of Nebraska College Of Medicine Med School: Sanford School Of Medicine Of The University Of South Dakota Med School: Creighton University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. John Y Um

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - PPO
  • Ambetter - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriGroup
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska
  • Empire Plan
  • First Choice Health
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Medica
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Mutual of Omaha - Medicare
  • Optum Health
  • Palmetto GBA
  • Palmetto GBA - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. John Y Um has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. John Y Um has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Aneurysm
  • Cardiac Surgical Procedures
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis
  • Diabetes Complications
  • Heart Transplantation
  • Heart Valve Diseases
  • Heart-Lung Transplantation
  • Lung Diseases
  • Surgery
  • Varicose Veins
  • Vascular Malformations

Certifications, License, & Education

27 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Nebraska, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Warren Alpert Medical School Of Brown UniversityGraduated in 1999

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. John Um speak?
Dr. John Um speaks Spanish and English.
Does Dr. John Um accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. John Um has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Is Dr. John Um accepting new patients?
Dr. John Um is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. John Um's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Does Dr. John Um accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. John Um accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is Dr. John Um affiliated with?
Dr. John Um is affiliated with Childrens Hospital And Medical Center.

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