Summary

Dr. Josef Vanek specializes in surgery with advanced training in thoracic surgery, bringing 37 years of clinical experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from SUNY Upstate Medical University Alan and Marlene Norton College of Medicine and completed his residency at St. Francis Medical Center. Dr. Vanek is fluent in both English and Spanish, enabling him to care for a diverse patient population.

Based at WVU Medicine Uniontown Hospital in Uniontown, Pennsylvania, Dr. Vanek focuses on treating various forms of kidney disease, including chronic kidney disease and advanced stage kidney conditions. He performs specialized procedures such as pathology tests and surgical pathology to help diagnose and treat his patients. Patients have rated Dr. Vanek 4.5 out of 5 stars on average, reflecting their confidence in his surgical expertise and compassionate care.

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Quick Facts

  • 4.5
  • 37 years of experience
  • 34 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • St Francis Medical Center
  • 2 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 3 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Wvu Medicine Uniontown Hospital

500 W Berkeley StUniontown, PA 15401

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37 Years of Experience 32 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience 11 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish
Uniontown , PAMorgantown , WVMorgantown , WVHarrisburg , PA
Med School: Suny Upstate Medical University Alan And Marlene Norton Coll Of Med Med School: Aga Khan University Medical College Med School: Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School Med School: Ross University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Josef Jan Vanek

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - HMO
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriHealth Caritas
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross of Northeastern Pennsylvania
  • Cigna
  • Gateway Health
  • Gateway Health - HMO
  • Gateway Health - Medicaid
  • Gateway Health - Medicare
  • Geisinger Health Plan - HMO
  • HealthPartners
  • HealthPartners - HMO
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Intergroup Services
  • Keystone First
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UPMC Health Plan
  • UPMC Health Plan - HMO
  • UPMC Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UPMC Health Plan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Josef Jan Vanek has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Josef Jan Vanek has the following 3 areas of expertise

  • Laparoscopic Surgery (Laparoscopy)
  • Other
  • Thoracic Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

37 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Pennsylvania, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

St Francis Medical Center

Medical School

Suny Upstate Medical University Alan And Marlene Norton Coll Of MedGraduated in 1989

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