Summary

Dr. Rachael Essig is a thoracic surgeon who specializes in surgery, critical care medicine, and thoracic surgery. She earned her medical degree from West Virginia University School of Medicine and brings nine years of experience to her practice. Her expertise spans both surgical interventions and critical care management for patients with complex thoracic conditions.

Dr. Essig practices at several prestigious medical centers, including MedStar Georgetown University Hospital in Washington, DC, The University of Chicago Medicine, University of Utah Hospital, and UChicago Medicine Comer Children's Hospital Hyde Park. She also provides care through University of Utah Cardiothoracic Surgery in Salt Lake City, Utah. Her multidisciplinary background allows her to provide comprehensive care for patients requiring both surgical treatment and intensive medical management.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 9 years of experience
  • West Virginia University School Of Medicine
  • 3 specialties
  • 4 areas of expertise
  • 4 hospital affiliations
  • 3 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Rachael May Essig has 3 locations

University Of Utah Cardiothoracic Surgery

30 N MARIO CAPECCHI DRSALT LAKE CITY, UT 84112
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

Medstar Georgetown University Hospital

3800 Reservoir Rd NwWashington, DC 20007

University Of Utah Hospital

50 N Medical DrSalt Lake City, UT 84132

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9 Years of Experience 12 Years of Experience 18 Years of Experience 26 Years of Experience
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Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
SALT LAKE CITY , UTLehi , UTSalt Lake City , UTMurray , UT
Med School: West Virginia University School Of Medicine Med School: Ross University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Colorado School Of Medicine Med School: Ohio Med University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Rachael May Essig

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Medical Specialties

Dr. Rachael May Essig has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Rachael May Essig has the following 4 areas of expertise

  • Critical Care Medicine
  • General Surgery
  • Surgical Critical Care (surgery)
  • Thoracic Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

9 Years Experience

Dr. Rachael May Essig holds an expired medical license in the states of Utah and District Of Columbia.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Utah that expired in 2026 and an expired medical license in the state of District Of Columbia that expired in 2024.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from West Virginia University School Of Medicine in 2017.

NPI Number

Dr. Essig's NPI number is 1831621655.

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Dr. Rachael Essig's office is located at 30 N MARIO CAPECCHI DR, SALT LAKE CITY, UT, 84112.
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Which hospitals is Dr. Rachael Essig affiliated with?
Dr. Rachael Essig is affiliated with Medstar Georgetown University Hospital, The University Of Chicago Medicine, University Of Utah Hospital, and Uchicago Medicine Comer Childrens Hospital Hyde Park.
Does Dr. Rachael Essig accept my insurance?
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