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Dr. Robert Cortina, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery* Age 59
Dr. Robert Cortina, MD
4.7 (12 Ratings)
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Dr. Robert Cortina, MD is a Cardiothoracic Surgeon in Wilmington, NC.
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Dr. Robert Cortina, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery* Age 59
Wilmington, NC
Accepting new patients
32 years of experience
Dr. Robert Cortina, MD is a Cardiothoracic Surgeon in Wilmington, NC.

About

Dr. Robert Cortina, MD is a Cardiothoracic Surgeon in Wilmington, NC and has 32 years experience. They graduated from NEW YORK Medical College in 1992 and completed a residency at Eastern Virginia Medical School.They currently practice at Practice and are affiliated with Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center. Dr. Cortina has experience treating conditions like Lung Cancer and Pleural Effusion among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Cortina received an average rating of 4.7/5 from patients and has been reviewed 12 times. Their office accepts new patients. Dr. Cortina is board certified in Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Lung Cancer
Open Lung Resection or Removal
Pleural Effusion
Lung Cancer
Open Lung Resection or Removal
Pleural Effusion
Lung Cancer
Open Lung Resection or Removal
Pleural Effusion
Chest CT (incl. Heart and Lungs)
Thoracentesis
Aortic Aneurysm
Atrial Fibrillation
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Empyema
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Hypertensive Heart with Failure
Interstitial Lung Disease
Pleura Cancer
Pleural Cancer
Systolic Heart Failure
Decortication and Pleurectomy
Lobectomy of Lung with Robotic Assist
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Maze Procedure
Open Lobectomy
Pancoast Tumor Excision
Partial Lobectomy
Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection
Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection Robotic Assist
Acute Coronary Syndrome
Adhesive Pericarditis
Aneurysm
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Aortic Dissection
Aortic Ectasia
Aortic Valve Disease
Aortic Valve Regurgitation
Atrial Septal Defect
Benign Lung Neoplasms
Cardiac Tamponade
Carotid Artery Disease
Congenital Aortic Valve Disorders
Congenital Heart Defects
Congenital Heart Disease
Endocarditis
Esophageal Cancer
Esophageal Fistula
Heart Attack (Acute Myocardial Infarction)
Hypertensive Heart without Failure
Metastatic Respiratory System Cancer
Mitral and Aortic Valve Disorder
Mitral Valve Disease
Mitral Valve Regurgitation
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Noninfective Endocarditis
Paroxysmal Atrial Fibrillation
Partial Lung Collapse
Patent Foramen Ovale (PFO)
Pericardial Disease
Pulmonary Embolism
Rheumatic Aortic Valve Disorders
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Secondary Hypertension
Septal Defect
Spontaneous Pneumothorax
Thymomas
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Ventricular Fibrillation
Ventricular Tachycardia (VT)
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Acid Reflux Surgery
Aortic Arch Repair
Aortic Repair
Cardiac Catheterization (incl. Coronary Angiography)
Cardiac Catheterization with Robotic Assist
Cardiac MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) of Heart or Chest
Cardioverter-Defibrillator or Pacemaker Insertion, Removal or Repair
Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) Surgery
Coronary Artery Bypass with Robotic Assist
Heart Valvuloplasty of Mitral Valve Without Replacement
Incision and Removal of Foreign Object
Mitral Valve Repair
Mitral Valve Surgery
Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Open Lung Removal
Pacemaker Insertion or Replacement
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
Peripheral Artery Catheterization
Port Placements or Replacements
Puncture Aspiration
Resection Cardiac Tumor with Robotic Assist
Thoracoscopic Lobectomy
Thoracoscopic Lobectomy Robotic Assist
Tracheal Surgery
Valve Repair or Replacement (Aortic, Mitral, Tricuspid, and Pulmonary)
Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) or Thoracotomy

Insurance Accepted

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Locations

  1. 1 Novant Health Heart & Vascular Institute
    1912 Tradd Ct, Wilmington, NC 28401
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (910) 251-3766

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Cortina
4.7
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Patient Reviews
Feb 13, 2024
Dr Cortina was prepared and gave us clear information. I left feeling aware of several angles of procedures and felt i was in the hands of a very good doctor. In fact, both my partner and I felt we were lucky to have gotten Dr. Cortina and can quiet our minds as to what to expect.
— Feb 13, 2024
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Specialties*
Cardiothoracic Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • NEW YORK Medical College
    1992
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
Board Certifications
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Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Eastern Virginia Medical School
Residency Hospital
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Frequently Asked Questions

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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Robert Cortina, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Cortina's profile.

Dr. Cortina frequently treats the following conditions: Lung Cancer and Pleural Effusion. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Robert Cortina, MD is affiliated with Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Robert Cortina, MD holds board certification in Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center

    2131 S 17th St, Wilmington, NC