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Dr. Thomas Bilfinger, MD

General Surgery* Age 72
Dr. Thomas Bilfinger, MD
4.6 (9 Ratings)
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Dr. Thomas Bilfinger, MD is a General Surgeon in Stony Brook, NY.
Dr. Thomas Bilfinger, MD
4.6 (9 Ratings)
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Dr. Thomas Bilfinger, MD

General Surgery* Age 72
Stony Brook, NY
Accepting new patients
46 years of experience
Dr. Thomas Bilfinger, MD is a General Surgeon in Stony Brook, NY.

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Dr. Bilfinger graduated from Medical School University Zurich in 1978 and completed a residency at University of Texas Medical Branch Hospital.Dr. Thomas Bilfinger, MD is a General Surgeon in Stony Brook, NY and has 46 years experience. Dr. Bilfinger currently practices at State Univ of New York and are affiliated with Stony Brook University Hospital. Dr. Bilfinger has experience treating conditions like Lung Cancer and Pleural Effusion among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Bilfinger received an average rating of 4.6/5 from patients and has been reviewed 9 times. Dr. Bilfinger's office accepts new patients. Dr. Bilfinger is board certified in General Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Lung Cancer
Pleural Effusion
Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection Robotic Assist
Lung Cancer
Pleural Effusion
Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection Robotic Assist
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Thoracoscopic Lobectomy
Thoracoscopic Lobectomy Robotic Assist
Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection
Abdominal Pain
Adrenal Gland Cancer
Anorectal Abscess
Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Mediastinal Tumor
Boerhaave's Syndrome
Bone Cancer
Breast Cancer
Breast Lump
Cholangiocarcinoma
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Colorectal Cancer
Constipation
Crohn's Disease
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Empyema
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Esophageal Cancer
Esophageal Diverticulum
Esophageal Fistula
Esophageal Varices
Gallstones
Gastric Ulcer
Hemorrhoids
Hiatal Hernia
Hidradenitis
Hyperparathyroidism
Ileus
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Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Inguinal Hernia
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Obstruction
Liver Cancer
Lung Abscess
Mediastinal Tumors
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Osteosarcoma
Pancreatic Cancer
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Partial Lung Collapse
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
Peripheral Arterial Dissection
Peripheral Arterial Embolism and Thrombosis
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Phlebitis and Thrombophlebitis
Pleura Cancer
Primary Biliary Cholangitis
Rib Fracture
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Secondary Malignancies
Small Intestine Cancer
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Stomach Cancer
Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
Thymomas
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Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid Nodule
Traumatic Brain Injury
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
Ulcerative Colitis
Umbilical Hernia
Varicose Veins
Ventral Hernia
Abdominal Organ Transplant
Abdominoplasty
Adrenalectomy
Arterial Catheterization with Robotic Assist
Arteriovenous Fistula Repair
Atherectomy
Bladder Surgery
Carotid Endarterectomy (CEA) or Excision of Infected Graft
Decortication and Pleurectomy
Duodenal Polypectomy
Embolectomy, Thrombectomy, or Vessel Exploration
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Esophagectomy (Esophagogastrostomy, Esophagojejunostomy)
Esophagogastric Fundoplasty
Excision
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Excision of Esophageal Lesion
Excision of Stomach Tumor
Excision of Tracheal Tumor or Stenosis
Gastrectomy
Gastrectomy with Robotic Assist
Gastrotomy
Incision and Removal of Foreign Object
Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
Laparotomy
Lobectomy of Lung with Robotic Assist
Lymphadenectomy with Robotic Assist
Lymphadenectomy With Robotic Assistance
Nephrectomy
Nephrectomy with Robotic Assist
Non-Coronary Angioplasty, Atherectomy, and Stenting
Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Open Lobectomy
Open Lung Resection or Removal
Open Thymectomy
Pancoast Tumor Excision
Peripheral Artery Bypass
Peripheral Artery Catheterization
Port Placements or Replacements
Proctosigmoidoscopy
Renal Transplant
Thoracentesis
Thoracoscopic Excision of Lung With Robotic Assistance
Thoracoscopic Segmentectomy
Tracheal Surgery
Venous Thrombectomy
Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) or Thoracotomy
Wound Repair

Insurance Accepted

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Locations

  1. 1 Cardiothoracic Surgery Dept at Stony Brook University Medical Center
    3 Edmund D Pellegrino Rd, Stony Brook, NY 11794

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4.6
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Patient Reviews
Jan 17, 2020
Dr Bilfinger came highly recommended and now I highly recommend him also. He is a true Gentleman. He is kind, caring and he has incredible skills. He explained the procedure to me perfectly answered all of my questions without making me feel rushed or uneducated. He is truly respected by all the hospital staff. I was told he treats everyone with with such respect. I witnessed him mentoring a young male nurse that was doing a procedure on me. Doctor B taught him and praised him when finished for doing a great job. Dr. Bilfinger is straight to the point, doesn't sugar coat things, and has a good sense of humor. He made me feel comfortable and I never doubted he was the best Dr. for the job. Dr. B. came to see me everyday I was in the hospital. I did so well that 4 weeks later I was able to fly to Florida for a Universal Studio vacation and walk 7 miles a day and go on most of the rides. Dr. Bilfinger is the man!!! Thank you for everything. PS the entire StonyBrook staff was awesome.
Bill M. — Jan 17, 2020
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Specialties*
General Surgery
Cardiothoracic Surgery
Critical Care Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Medical School University Zurich
    1978
Medical Education

Board Certifications

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

Internship
  • University of Chicago
    1982
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • University of Texas Medical Branch Hospital
    1986
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • University of Texas Medical Branch Hospital
    1986
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Thomas Bilfinger, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Bilfinger's profile.

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

Dr. Thomas Bilfinger, MD is affiliated with Stony Brook University Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Thomas Bilfinger, MD holds board certification in General Surgery and Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Stony Brook University Hospital

    101 Nicolls Rd, Stony Brook, NY