Summary

Dr. Rafael Duran Vargas is a thoracic surgeon who specializes in surgery of the chest and lungs. He graduated from Ponce Health Sciences University School of Medicine and brings 12 years of experience to his practice. His surgical expertise focuses on conditions affecting the thoracic cavity, including complex chest procedures.

Dr. Duran Vargas practices at multiple locations across Indiana and Ohio, including Lafayette and Indianapolis. He treats patients with lung cancer, including both non-small cell and small cell lung cancer types. His procedural skills include chest imaging techniques and cardiac rehabilitation services. Patients can find him at IU Health facilities in Lafayette and Indianapolis, as well as at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center in Columbus.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 12 years of experience
  • Ponce Health Sciences University School Of Medicine
  • 2 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 9 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Rafael Emilio Duran Vargas has 9 locations

Iu Health Arnett Cardiology

5177 McCarty LnLafayette, IN 47905
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

Iu Health Arnett Hospital

5165 Mccarty LnLafayette, IN 47905

Dr. Rafael Emilio Duran Vargas

410 W 10th AveColumbus, OH 43210

Franciscan Health Lafayette East

1701 S Creasy LnLafayette, IN 47905

Iu Health Physicians Cardiothoracic Surgery

545 Barnhill Dr Ste 215Indianapolis, IN 46202
Mon7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tue7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wed7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thu7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Fri7:30 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Indiana University Health Hospital

550 University BlvdIndianapolis, IN 46202

Iu Health Physicians Cardiovascular Surgery

1801 Senate Blvd Ste 3300Indianapolis, IN 46202
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

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Dr. Rafael Emilio Duran VargasDr. Avi Chaim WeissDr. Charles Steven KiellDr. Kalyan Chowdary Gorantla
SurgeryUrologyVascular SurgerySurgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
2.4 
4.4 
12 Years of Experience 22 Years of Experience 41 Years of Experience 15 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, Chinese Speaks English
Lafayette , INGreenbelt , MDLafayette , INIndianapolis , IN
Med School: Ponce Health Sciences University School Of Medicine Med School: Boston University School Of Medicine Med School: Rutgers New Jersey Medical School Med School: Indiana University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Rafael Emilio Duran Vargas

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Rafael Emilio Duran Vargas has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Rafael Emilio Duran Vargas has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • General Surgery
  • Thoracic Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

12 Years Experience

Dr. Rafael Emilio Duran Vargas holds an expired medical license in the state of Indiana.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Indiana that expired in 2025.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Ponce Health Sciences University School Of Medicine in 2014.

NPI Number

Dr. Duran Vargas' NPI number is 1962813360.

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