4.2
13 Ratings with 5 written Reviews
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.
Read More Read less 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
- 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
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Location
Erlanger Heart & Lung Institute
979 E 3rd St Ste C520Chattanooga, TN 37403 Tel: (423) 778-5661
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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| Surgery | Surgery | Surgery | Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | ||
| 28 Years of Experience | 14 Years of Experience | 40 Years of Experience | 16 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | ||
| Chattanooga , TN | CHATTANOOGA , TN | Chattanooga , TN | Lookout Mountain , TN |
| Med School: Georgetown University School of Medicine | Med School: University of Tennessee Health Sciences Center | Med School: Medical College Of Georgia At Augusta University | Med School: University Of Alabama School Of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Joseph J Wizorek
Medical Specialties
Joseph J Wizorek has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Joseph J Wizorek has the following 5 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
28 Years Experience
Joseph J Wizorek holds an expired medical license in the states of Tennessee and Pennsylvania. They are 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.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Tennessee that expired in 2026 and an expired medical license in the state of Pennsylvania that expired in 2016.
Education & Training
Fellowship
Completed their fellowship at University of Pittsburgh Medical Center- UPMC, PIttsburgh, PA.
Residency
Completed their residency at George Washington University Program A, Froedtert Hospital, and Barnes-Jewish Hospital.
Medical School
Graduated from Georgetown University School of Medicine in 1998.
NPI Number
Joseph J Wizorek's NPI number is 1427129709.
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- What languages does Joseph J Wizorek speak?
- Joseph J Wizorek speaks English.
- Where is Joseph J Wizorek's office located?
- Joseph J Wizorek's office is located at 979 E 3rd St Ste C520, Chattanooga, TN, 37403.
- Which hospitals is Joseph J Wizorek affiliated with?
- Joseph J Wizorek is affiliated with Upmc Presbyterian.
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