4.5
2 Ratings with 1 written Review
Summary
Dr. Wayne Derkac is a thoracic surgeon who brings more than five decades of medical expertise to his practice. He completed his medical education at Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons, establishing a strong foundation for his specialized career in thoracic surgery. With 52 years of experience in medicine, Dr. Derkac has developed extensive knowledge in surgical procedures involving the chest, lungs, and related structures. He communicates with patients in English.
Dr. Derkac practices at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital in Norfolk, Virginia. His clinical expertise includes treating patients with breathing problems and allergic rhinitis. He also provides care for individuals affected by COVID-19, drawing on his thoracic surgery background to address respiratory complications. Dr. Derkac performs pulmonary function testing and bronchodilator reversibility testing to evaluate lung function and breathing capacity in his patients. Patients have given him an average rating …of 4.5 out of 5 stars on Vitals, reflecting their confidence in his care.
Read More Read less Dr. Derkac practices at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital in Norfolk, Virginia. His clinical expertise includes treating patients with breathing problems and allergic rhinitis. He also provides care for individuals affected by COVID-19, drawing on his thoracic surgery background to address respiratory complications. Dr. Derkac performs pulmonary function testing and bronchodilator reversibility testing to evaluate lung function and breathing capacity in his patients. Patients have given him an average rating …of 4.5 out of 5 stars on Vitals, reflecting their confidence in his care.
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Quick Facts
- 52 years of experience
- speaks English
- Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons
- 1 written review
- 1 specialty
- 1 office location
- Male
Office Location
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| Dr. Wayne Michael Derkac | Dr. Jeffrey B Rich, MD | Dr. Charles Edward Umstott, MD | Dr. Tomaz Mesar, MD |
| Thoracic Surgery | Thoracic Surgery | Thoracic Surgery | Surgery |
| 52 Years of Experience | 63 Years of Experience | 14 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | |||
| Norfolk , VA | Norfolk , VA | Newport News , VA | PITTSBURGH , PA |
| Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons | Med School: Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Ljubljani Faculty Of Medicine | |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Wayne Michael Derkac has the following specialty
Certifications, License, & Education
52 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, Virginia, 2026, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Medical School
Columbia University College Of Physicians & SurgeonsGraduated in 1974
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- Dr. Wayne Derkac's office is located at 600 Gresham Dr, Norfolk, VA, 23507.
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