Summary

Dr. Joseph Wizorek is a surgeon who specializes in thoracic and cardiac surgery with 28 years of experience in the field. He earned his medical degree from Georgetown University School of Medicine and completed his residency training at George Washington University, Froedtert Hospital, and Barnes-Jewish Hospital. Dr. Wizorek furthered his expertise through a fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. He holds certifications in both Thoracic and Cardiac Surgery from the American Board of Thoracic Surgery and Surgery from the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Wizorek communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Wizorek practices at the Erlanger Heart & Lung Institute in Chattanooga, Tennessee, and maintains an affiliation with UPMC Presbyterian. He focuses on treating various forms of lung cancer, including both non-small cell and small cell types. His procedural expertise includes chest imaging and diagnostic services such as chest X-rays and fluoroscopy. Dr. Wizorek also performs pulmonary function testing to evaluate lung health. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars on Vitals.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.2
  • 28 years of experience
  • 41 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University of Pittsburgh Medical Center- UPMC, PIttsburgh, PA
  • 5 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 5 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Location

Erlanger Heart & Lung Institute

979 E 3rd St Ste C520Chattanooga, TN 37403
Mon9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:30 am - 12:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Chattanooga , TNCHATTANOOGA , TNChattanooga , TNChattanooga , TN
Med School: Georgetown University School of Medicine Med School: University of Tennessee Health Sciences Center Med School: East Tennessee State University J H Quillen College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Joseph J Wizorek

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Alliant Health Plans
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • AmeriHealth
  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Georgia
  • Ascension Health
  • Ascension Health - EPO
  • Ascension Health - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicaid
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee - Medicare
  • CalOptima
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana - PPO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC - Workers’ Compensation
  • Tufts Health Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicare
  • Wellcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Joseph J Wizorek has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Joseph J Wizorek has the following 5 areas of expertise

  • Aneurysm
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis
  • Diabetes Complications
  • Varicose Veins
  • Vascular Malformations

Certifications, License, & Education

28 Years Experience

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Thoracic Surgery

Thoracic and Cardiac Surgery

American Board of Surgery

Surgery

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Pennsylvania, 2016, Expired
Medical Doctor, Tennessee, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

University of Pittsburgh Medical Center- UPMC, PIttsburgh, PA

Residency

George Washington University Program A
Froedtert Hospital
Barnes-Jewish Hospital

Medical School

Georgetown University School of MedicineGraduated in 1998

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Joseph Wizorek affiliated with?
Dr. Joseph Wizorek is affiliated with Upmc Presbyterian.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Joseph Wizorek?
You can find contact information for Dr. Joseph Wizorek here on Vitals.
Does Dr. Joseph Wizorek accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Joseph Wizorek has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Joseph Wizorek's office located?
Dr. Joseph Wizorek's office is located at 979 E 3rd St Ste C520, Chattanooga, TN, 37403.
Does Dr. Joseph Wizorek accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Joseph Wizorek accepts on their Vitals profile.

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