As a thoracic surgeon in Washington DC, Dr. Christopher Eger is trained to perform complicated surgeries on the lungs, esophagus, heart and other parts of the chest.
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Yes, Dr. Christopher M. Eger is accepting new patients at this office.
(202) 829-2317
106 Irving Street NW, Suite 211 South, Washington, DC 20010-2993
Dr. Christopher Eger graduated from Georgetown University Of Medicine in 1976.
Dr. Eger has one office in Washington DC where he specializes in Thoracic Surgery and Vascular Surgery.
Following rigorous and lengthy training, thoracic surgeons are uniquely qualified to perform complex surgeries on the chest, or thorax as it is sometimes called. Their focus is usually on the lungs, esophagus, and other areas of the chest, and may also include the heart. As such, Dr. Eger may see patients in Washington DC for a wide range of surgeries, for example removing cancer causing tumors from the esophagus and chest wall, or even a lung transplant.
Vascular surgeons are trained to evaluate and treat complications and diseases of the circulatory system including arteries, veins, and blood vessels. Dr. Eger may offer a range of surgical and non-surgical treatments, including the removal of plaque from arteries, treatment of varicose veins, and surgery to prevent aneurysms, heart attacks or coronary artery disease, among others.
Please Note: The information displayed below is sourced from the 2014 Medicare Physician and Other Supplier National Provider Identifier (NPI) Aggregate Report. It's important to remember that the statistics below are not inclusive of all patients treated by Dr. Eger, but only those who participate in Medicare.