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Dr. Hiran Fernando, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery* Age 63
Dr. Hiran Fernando, MD
5.0 (3 Ratings)

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Dr. Hiran Fernando, MD is a Cardiothoracic Surgeon in Pittsburgh, PA.
Dr. Hiran Fernando, MD
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Dr. Hiran Fernando, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery* Age 63
Pittsburgh, PA
Accepting new patients
39 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Hiran Fernando, MD is a Cardiothoracic Surgeon in Pittsburgh, PA.

About

Dr. Fernando graduated from University London Fac Med in 1986 and completed a residency at University of California UC Irvine Douglas Hospital. Dr. Hiran Fernando, MD is a Cardiothoracic Surgeon in Pittsburgh, PA and has 39 years experience. Dr. Fernando currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Allegheny General Hospital, AHN Wexford Hospital, Allegheny Valley Hospital and Forbes Hospital. At present, Dr. Fernando received an average rating of 5.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 3 times. Dr. Fernando's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Fernando is board certified in General Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Esophageal Cancer
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Esophageal Cancer
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Esophageal Cancer
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Chest CT (incl. Heart and Lungs)
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Empyema
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Interstitial Lung Disease
Lung Cancer
Pleural Effusion
Bronchoscopy
Bronchoscopy with Robotic Assist
Esophagogastric Fundoplasty
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
Partial Lobectomy
Thoracoscopic Lobectomy
Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection
Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection Robotic Assist
Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) or Thoracotomy
Acute Coronary Syndrome
Aneurysm
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Aortic Aneurysm
Aortic Dissection
Aortic Ectasia
Aortic Stenosis
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Aortic Valve Regurgitation
Atrial Fibrillation
Benign Lung Neoplasms
Benign Mediastinal Tumor
Benign Pleural Neoplasm
Cardiac Tamponade
Carotid Artery Disease
Congenital Heart Defects
Esophageal Diverticulum
Heart Attack (Acute Myocardial Infarction)
Heart Attack (STEMI)
Heart Valve Disorders
Hypertensive Heart with Failure
Hypertensive Heart without Failure
Malignant Mediastinal Tumor
Metastatic Respiratory System Cancer
Mitral and Aortic Valve Disorder
Mitral Valve Disease
Mitral Valve Regurgitation
Mitral Valve Stenosis
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Nonrheumatic Tricuspid Disease
Paroxysmal Atrial Fibrillation
Patent Foramen Ovale (PFO)
Pericardial Disease
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Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
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Ventricular Tachycardia (VT)
Ablation for Cardiac Arrhythmias
Aortic Arch Repair
Aortic Repair
Aortic Valve Surgery
Cardiac Catheterization (incl. Coronary Angiography)
Cardiac Myocardial Perfusion Imaging
Coronary Artery Bypass with Robotic Assist
Decortication and Pleurectomy
Esophagectomy (Esophagogastrostomy, Esophagojejunostomy)
Esophagomyotomy
Esophagomyotomy with Robotic Assist
Esophagostomy
Excision of Esophageal Lesion
Maze Procedure
Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Open Lobectomy
Open Lung Resection or Removal
Pancoast Tumor Excision
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair Robotic Assist
Partial Lobectomy with Robotic Assist
Peripheral Artery Catheterization
Port Placements or Replacements
Thoracentesis
Thoracoscopic Excision of Lung With Robotic Assistance
Thoracoscopic Lobectomy Robotic Assist
Thoracoscopic Segmentectomy
Thoracoscopic Thymectomy
Tracheal Surgery
Valve Repair or Replacement (Aortic, Mitral, Tricuspid, and Pulmonary)

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Locations

  1. 1 Allegheny General Hospital
    320 E North Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15212
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (412) 359-6137
  2. 2 Boston University Medical Center
    88 East Newton St, Boston, MA 02118
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (617) 638-5600
  3. 3 Health Plus Wellness Pavilion Clinical Lab
    12311 Perry Hwy, Wexford, PA 15090
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (878) 332-4271
  4. 4 Virginia Heart
    2921 Telestar Ct, Falls Church, VA 22042
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Feb 29, 2024
HE IS VERY THOROUGH. I JUST LOVE HIM AND HIS STAFF AT FORBES DRS. OFFICE AT SUITE 201!!!!! ROCK ON!!!!
Amy S. May — Feb 29, 2024
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Specialties*
Cardiothoracic Surgery
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University London Fac Med
    1986
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • General Surgery and Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Royal Free Hospital
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • University of California UC Irvine Douglas Hospital
    1995
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Hiran Fernando, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Fernando's profile.

Dr. Hiran Fernando, MD is affiliated with Allegheny General Hospital, AHN Wexford Hospital, Allegheny Valley Hospital and Forbes Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Hiran Fernando, MD holds board certification in General Surgery and Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Allegheny General Hospital

    320 E North Ave, Pittsburgh, PA

  • AHN Wexford Hospital

    12351 Perry Hwy, Wexford, PA

  • Allegheny Valley Hospital

    1301 Carlisle St, Natrona Heights, PA

  • Forbes Hospital

    2570 Haymaker Rd, Monroeville, PA