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Summary
Dr. Lewis Kaplan is a surgeon who specializes in surgery and critical care medicine. He graduated from the University of Medicine & Dentistry of New Jersey in Piscataway and completed his residency at the Medical College of Pennsylvania in 1995. With 38 years of experience in medicine, Dr. Kaplan has built extensive expertise in managing complex surgical cases and providing critical care for seriously ill patients.
Dr. Kaplan practices at Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, and Pennsylvania Hospital, all located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. His clinical focus includes treating patients with electrolyte imbalances and various types of anemia, including iron deficiency anemia and anemia caused by heavy bleeding. He performs abdominal surgeries, appendectomies, and cecostomy procedures to help patients recover from serious medical conditions.
Dr. Kaplan practices at Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, and Pennsylvania Hospital, all located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. His clinical focus includes treating patients with electrolyte imbalances and various types of anemia, including iron deficiency anemia and anemia caused by heavy bleeding. He performs abdominal surgeries, appendectomies, and cecostomy procedures to help patients recover from serious medical conditions.
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Quick Facts
- 38 years of experience
- 30 insurance plans accepted
- Medical College of Pennsylvania
- 3 specialties
- 8 areas of expertise
- 3 hospital affiliations
- 3 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Lewis Jay Kaplan has 3 locationsPenn Traumatology, Surgical Critical Care and Emergency Surgery Perelman
3400 Civic Center BlvdPhiladelphia, PA 19104 Tel: (215) 316-5151
Penn Traumatology, Surgical Critical Care and Emergency Surgery University City
3737 Market StPhiladelphia, PA 19104 Tel: (215) 316-5151
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| Lewis Jay Kaplan, MD | Mary T. Pronovost | David Loren | Dr. Arthur J. Barnaby Jr JR., MD |
| Surgery | Surgery | Surgery | Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 38 Years of Experience | 36 Years of Experience | 30 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, German | Speaks English, Korean | Speaks English, Russian | |
| Philadelphia , PA | Philadelphia , PA | Philadelphia , PA | Philadelphia , PA |
| Med School: University Of Medicine & Dentistry Of New Jersey - Piscataway | Med School: Lewis Katz School Of Medicine At Temple University | Med School: Washington University In St Louis School Of Medicine | Med School: University of Bologna (Italy) |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Lewis Jay Kaplan
Medical Specialties
Lewis Jay Kaplan has the following 3 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Lewis Jay Kaplan has the following 8 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
38 Years Experience
Lewis Jay Kaplan holds an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania that expires in 2026.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Medical College of Pennsylvania in 1995.
Medical School
Graduated from University Of Medicine & Dentistry Of New Jersey - Piscataway in 1988.
NPI Number
Lewis Jay Kaplan's NPI number is 1417938853.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Where is Lewis Kaplan's office located?
- Lewis Kaplan's office is located at 3400 Civic Center Blvd, Philadelphia, PA, 19104.
- Which hospitals is Lewis Kaplan affiliated with?
- Lewis Kaplan is affiliated with Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania, Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, and Pennsylvania Hospital.
- How can I make an appointment with Lewis Kaplan?
- You can find contact information for Lewis Kaplan here on Vitals.
- Does Lewis Kaplan accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Lewis Kaplan accepts on their Vitals profile.
- Does Lewis Kaplan accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Lewis Kaplan has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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