Dr. James Kirby MD

Thoracic Surgeon - Bryan, TX

Dr. James Kirby specializes in thoracic surgery, vascular surgery and cardiac surgery in Bryan, Texas. Details of Dr. Kirby's 35 years experience as an MD, his hospital affiliation and education at University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston are available on your free doctor report.

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Primary Location for Dr. Kirby

Dr. James Kirby
2700 E 29th St
Suite 240
Bryan, TX 77802

Board Certification, Specialty and Expertise

Dr. James Kirby identified specializing in Thoracic SurgeryThoracic Surgery
A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative care, and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum, and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty. Thoracic surgeons have the knowledge, experience and technical skills to accurately diagnose, operate upon safely, and effectively manage patients with thoracic diseases of the chest. This requires substantial knowledge of cardiorespiratory physiology and oncology, as well as capability in the use of heart assist devices, management of abnormal heart rhythms and drainage of the chest cavity, respiratory support systems, endoscopy, and invasive and noninvasive diagnostic techniques. No Sub-Specialty., Vascular SurgeryVascular Surgery
A surgeon with expertise in the management of surgical disorders of the blood vessels, excluding the intercranial vessels or the heart. and Cardiac Surgery.

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Insurance Accepted

Dr. James Kirby accepts the following plans for Humana at 2700 E 29th St:

ChoiceCare Network PPO
ChoicePOS

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Hospital Affiliations

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Dr. Kirby is affiliated with 1 hospital:

St Joseph Medical Center
1401 St Joseph Pkwy
Houston, TX

Education

Dr. Kirby attended medical school at University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston and graduated in 1977 having 35 years experience. Additional Cardiac Surgery training was conducted at University Hospital of Southwest Texas Medical Center.

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