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Dr. Wael Tamim, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery* Age 56
Dr. Wael Tamim, MD
5.0 (10 Ratings)

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Dr. Wael Tamim, MD is a Cardiothoracic Surgeon in Fort Lauderdale, FL.
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Dr. Wael Tamim, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery* Age 56
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Accepting new patients
31 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Wael Tamim, MD is a Cardiothoracic Surgeon in Fort Lauderdale, FL.

About

Dr. Wael Tamim, MD is a Cardiothoracic Surgeon in Fort Lauderdale, FL and has 31 years experience. They graduated from American University of Beirut Faculty of Medicine in 1993 and completed a residency at University Mass Mc.They currently practice at Practice and are affiliated with Holy Cross Hospital, Broward Health Medical Center, Broward Health Imperial Point and Broward Health North. Dr. Tamim has experience treating conditions like Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax) among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Tamim received an average rating of 5.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 10 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Tamim also speaks Arabic. Dr. Tamim is board certified in Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Tracheal Surgery
Thoracentesis
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Tracheal Surgery
Thoracentesis
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Tracheal Surgery
Thoracentesis
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Pulmonary Embolism
Pleural Effusion
Aortic Aneurysm
Aortic Valve Disease
Atrial Fibrillation
Cardiac Tamponade
Carotid Artery Disease
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Empyema
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Heart Attack (Acute Myocardial Infarction)
Hypertensive Heart with Failure
Interstitial Lung Disease
Lung Cancer
Mitral Valve Disease
Paroxysmal Atrial Fibrillation
Pericardial Disease
Pneumonitis
Cardioverter-Defibrillator or Pacemaker Insertion, Removal or Repair
Chest CT (incl. Heart and Lungs)
Decortication and Pleurectomy
Maze Procedure
Open Lung Resection or Removal
Port Placements or Replacements
Pulmonary Thrombectomy
Valve Repair or Replacement (Aortic, Mitral, Tricuspid, and Pulmonary)
Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA)
Acute Coronary Syndrome
Acute Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Acute Venous Embolism Thrombosis
Adult Congenital Heart Disease
Alcoholic Cardiomyopathy
Aneurysm
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Aneurysm of Heart
Aortic Dissection
Aortic Ectasia
Aortic Embolism and Thrombosis
Aortic Stenosis
Aortic Valve Regurgitation
Aortopulmonary Septal Defect
Arteriovenous Malformation (AVM)
Atherosclerosis
Atherosclerosis of Aorta
Atrial Septal Defect
Benign Lung Neoplasms
Benign Mediastinal Tumor
Biventricular Heart Failure
Chronic Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Chronic Venous Embolism Thrombosis
Congenital Aortic Valve Disorders
Congenital Heart Defects
Congenital Heart Disease
Cor Pulmonale
Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Embolism
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Endocarditis
Esophageal Cancer
Esophageal Fistula
Hypertensive Heart without Failure
Iliac Aneurysm
Lung Abscess
Lymphedema
Malignant Mediastinal Tumor
Median Arcuate Ligament Syndrome (MALS)
Metastatic Respiratory System Cancer
Mitral and Aortic Valve Disorder
Mitral Valve Regurgitation
Mitral Valve Stenosis
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Nonrheumatic Tricuspid Disease
Patent Foramen Ovale (PFO)
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
Peripheral Arterial Disease of Extremities
Peripheral Arterial Embolism and Thrombosis
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Phlebitis and Thrombophlebitis
Pleura Cancer
Pleural Cancer
Pulmonary Valve Disease
Renal Artery Arteriosclerotic Disease
Rheumatic Aortic Valve Disorders
Rheumatic Tricuspid Disease
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Secondary Hypertension
Septal Defect
Septic Embolism
Spider Veins
Spontaneous Pneumothorax
Subacute Endocarditis
Systolic Heart Failure
Thymomas
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Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
Varicose Veins
Venous Compression
Venous Embolism and Thrombosis
Venous Insufficiency
Ventricular Fibrillation
Ventricular Septal Defect
Ventricular Tachycardia (VT)
Ablation for Cardiac Arrhythmias
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Aortic Arch Repair
Aortic Repair
Aortic Valve Surgery
Arterial Catheterization with Robotic Assist
Arteriovenostomy for Renal Dialysis
Arteriovenous Fistula Repair
Arteriovenous Shunt Creation
Atherectomy
Atrial Tissue Ablation
Automatic Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator (ICD) Implantation
Cardiac Catheterization with Robotic Assist
Cardiac MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) of Heart or Chest
Carotid Endarterectomy (CEA) or Excision of Infected Graft
Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) Surgery
Coronary Artery Bypass with Robotic Assist
Embolectomy, Thrombectomy, or Vessel Exploration
Endoscopic Biopsy Bronchus Robotic Assist
Endovascular Repair of Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
Endovascular Repair of Aorta
Endovascular Repair of Thoracic Aorta
Esophageal Surgery
Esophagectomy (Esophagogastrostomy, Esophagojejunostomy)
Excision of Esophageal Lesion
Head and Neck Surgery
Heart Defect Repair
Heart Surgery
Impella Device
Incision and Removal of Foreign Object
Insertion of Epicardial Lead for Pacemaker or Cardioverter and Defibrillator
Insertion of Left Ventricular Lead for Pacemaker or Cardioverter and Defibrillator
Lobectomy of Lung with Robotic Assist
Lung Surgery
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Mitral Valve Prosthetic Implantation
Mitral Valve Repair
Mitral Valve Replacement
Mitral Valve Surgery
Non-Coronary Angioplasty, Atherectomy, and Stenting
Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Open Lobectomy
Open Lung Removal
Open Segmentectomy
Open Thymectomy
Pacemaker Insertion or Replacement
Pancoast Tumor Excision
Partial Lobectomy
Peripheral Artery Bypass
Peripheral Artery Catheterization
Puncture Aspiration
Removal or Revision of Pacemaker or Cardioverter and-or Defibrillator
Thoracoscopic Lobectomy
Thoracoscopic Pneumonectomy
Thoracoscopic Segmentectomy
Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection
Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection Robotic Assist
Thromboendarterectomy or Excision of Infected Graft
Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR)
Tricuspid Valve Graft
Tricuspid Valve Surgery
Varicose Vein Procedure
Vascular Duplex Ultrasonography and Plethysmography
Vascular Surgical Procedure
Vascular Transcatheter Embolization
Venous Sclerotherapy
Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) or Thoracotomy

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Locations

  1. 1 Office
    1625 SE 3rd Ave Ste 723, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
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May 25, 2023
Very professional operation which in this day and age seems rare. Friendly staff. Happy that I found dr. Tamim!
— May 25, 2023
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About Me

Languages Spoken
Arabic
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Cardiothoracic Surgery
General Surgery
Cardiovascular Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • American University of Beirut Faculty of Medicine
    1993
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
Board Certifications
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Residency

Residency Hospital
  • University Mass Mc
    1999
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • West Virginia University
    1999
Fellowship Hospital
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Frequently Asked Questions

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A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

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

Dr. Tamim frequently treats the following conditions: Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax). See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Wael Tamim, MD is affiliated with Holy Cross Hospital, Broward Health Medical Center, Broward Health Imperial Point and Broward Health North.

Yes, Dr. Wael Tamim, MD holds board certification in Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Holy Cross Hospital

    4725 N Federal Hwy, Fort Lauderdale, FL

  • Broward Health Medical Center

    1600 S Andrews Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL

  • Broward Health Imperial Point

    6401 N Federal Hwy, Fort Lauderdale, FL

  • Broward Health North

    201 E Sample Rd, Deerfield Beach, FL