Dr. Shrager graduated from HARVARD Medical School in 1988 and completed a residency at Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania.Dr. Joseph Shrager, MD is a Cardiothoracic Surgeon in Stanford, CA and has 36 years experience. Dr. Shrager currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Stanford Hospital. Dr. Shrager has experience treating conditions like Lung Cancer among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Shrager received an average rating of 4.4/5 from patients and has been reviewed 11 times. Dr. Shrager's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Shrager is board certified in General Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Stanford Hospital and Clinics
300 Pasteur Dr, Stanford, CA 94305
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May 28, 2021

I had thoracic surgery and Dr Shrager was my surgeon. The result was phenomenal - he gave me my life back! Kudos to his team as well - they were omnipresent and very helpful. Both Dr Shrager and his team made me feel safe and I wisely chose them to help me.

Madeline — May 28, 2021

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Specialties*

Cardiothoracic Surgery

General Surgery

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Education

Medical Education

HARVARD Medical School
1988

Board Certifications

General Surgery, Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery and Thoracic Surgery

Residency

Residency Hospital

Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
1995

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Fellowship Hospital

Massachusetts General Hospital
1998

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Dr. Shrager in specializes in Cardiothoracic Surgery. See more on Sharecare.

What conditions does Dr. Joseph Shrager, MD treat?

Dr. Shrager frequently treats the following conditions: Lung Cancer. See more on Sharecare.

What is Dr. Shrager's office address?

Dr. Shrager's office is located at 300 Pasteur Dr Stanford, CA 94305. You can find other locations and directions on Sharecare.

Is Dr. Joseph Shrager, MD able to provide telehealth services?

Dr. Shrager provides telehealth services. Please contact the office to determine whether you are eligible.

Is Dr. Joseph Shrager, MD affiliated with any hospitals?

Dr. Joseph Shrager, MD is affiliated with Stanford Hospital.

Is Dr. Joseph Shrager, MD a board-certified professional?

Yes, Dr. Joseph Shrager, MD holds board certification in General Surgery, Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery and Thoracic Surgery.

Does Dr. Joseph Shrager, MD receive good ratings from patients?

Dr. Joseph Shrager, MD has a star rating of 4.4/5. See more patient feedback on Sharecare.

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