- Dr. James M Vandaalen, MD
Dr. James M Vandaalen, MD
Overview
Dr. James M Vandaalen, MD works in Louisville, Kentucky is a specialist in Thoracic Surgery, Cardiothoracic Surgery and graduated Creighton University in 1988. Dr. Vandaalen is affiliated with Clark Memorial Hospital, Floyd Memorial Hospital and Health Services, Norton Audubon Hospital, Norton Hospitals, Norton Suburban Hospital and practicing for 41 years
Specialties
- Thoracic Surgery
- Cardiothoracic Surgery
Conditions
• Achilles Tendon Rupture Repair• Acute Rhinitis
• Arrhythmias (incl. Atrial Fibrillation)
• Arthritic Metacarpophalangeal (MCP) Joints
• Atrial Conduits for Surgical Revascularization
• Biceps Tendinitis
• Cardiomyopathy
• Cholesterol Diseases
• Chronic Headache
• Coloboma of Iris
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• Coronary Heart Disease, Susceptibility to, 6
• Cosmetic Facial Implant Surgery
• Cranial Neurological Surgery
• Cranial Osteopathy
• Cranial Release Technique (CRT)
• CranioSacral Therapy (CST)
• Diaphragmatic Hernia Repair, Open
• Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation
• Esophageal Tumor
• Hand Neuropathy
• Image-Guided Radiation Therapy (IGRT)
• Independent Forensic Evaluation
• Memory Disorders
• Mongolian Spot
• Muscular Dystrophy, Congenital, Infantile With Cataract - Hypogonadism
• Nerve Destruction by Neurolytic Agent
• Neurological Muscle Weakness
• Non-24-Hour Sleep-Wake Syndrome
• Off-Pump Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) Surgery
• Plasmapheresis
• Progressive Spinobulbar Muscular Atrophy
• Severe Chronic Pain
• Skin Dimpling
• Spinal Spacer Procedure
• Suboxone® Withdrawal
• Thoracoscopic Segmentectomy
• Tick Bite
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Procedures
• Aortic Repair, Open or Repair of Arterial Aneurysm, Open• Arteriovenous Fistula Repair
• Arteriovenous Shunt Creation
• Cardiac Catheterization (incl. Coronary Angiography)
• Cardiac Myocardial Perfusion Imaging
• Cardioverter-Defibrillator or Pacemaker Insertion, Removal or Repair
• Carotid Endarterectomy (CEA) or Excision of Infected Graft
• Chest CT (incl. Heart and Lungs)
• Decortication and Pleurectomy
• Dressing and-or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn (incl. Negative Pressure Wound Therapy)
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• Embolectomy, Thrombectomy, or Vessel Exploration
• Endovascular Repair of Abdominal Aorta
• Endovascular Repair of Aorta
• Esophagomyotomy
• Laparotomy
• Lobectomy, Open
• Lung Removal (Partial or Complete): Open, or Resection of Lung Tumor: Open
• Lung Removal, Open
• Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
• Non-Coronary Angioplasty, Atherectomy, and Stenting
• Peripheral Artery Bypass Procedures
• Peripheral Artery Catheterization
• Port Placements or Replacements
• Removal of Arteriovenous Shunt for Renal Dialysis
• Revision of Arteriovenous Shunt for Renal Dialysis
• Segmentectomy, Open
• Thoracentesis
• Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection
• Thromboendarterectomy or Excision of Infected Graft
• Tracheal Surgery
• Ultrasound, Carotid
• Varicose Vein Procedure
• Vascular Duplex Ultrasonography and Plethysmography
• Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) or Thoracotomy
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Board Certifications
- Board Certified by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery
Years Since Graduation
- 41
State License
- Indiana
- Kentucky
Education & Training
Residency Hospitals
Omaha, NE, USA
Year completed: 1988
Medical School
Chicago, IL, United States
Graduated: 1982
Fellowship Hospital
Louisville, KY, USA
Year completed: 1990
Awards
Dr. Vandaalen Reviews
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I got an appointment when I needed one.
They kept things moving and on time during my visit.
I received a correct diagnosis and up-to-date treatment.
I was given specific advice on lifestyle changes I can make to improve my health.
The provider really listened, gave me the time I needed, and put me at ease.
We discussed treatment options and choices I have.
The provider addressed traditional and alternative medicine treatment options in an open-minded way.
Office Locations
Primary location
Accepting New Patients
- No
Map & Directions
Lucas Parks and Vandaalen Mds, 4003 Kresge Way Suite 224, Louisville, Kentucky (KY), 40207
Insurances Accepted (check insurance plans)
- Aetna
- Aetna HMO
- Ambetter
- Anthem
- Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield HMO
- Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO
- Blue Card PPO
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois PPO
- Choice Care PPO
- Choice Plus POS
- Choice Plus POS II
- Cigna
- Cigna HMO
- Cigna PPO
- First Health (Coventry Health Care)
- First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
- Great West Healthcare-Cigna PPO
- HealthLink
- HealthLink PPO
- Humana
- MHS HIX
- MultiPlan
- MultiPlan PPO
- Navigate HMO
- Navigate POS
- Open Access Plus
- Options PPO
- Pathway X Bronze Direct CACA IN HIX
- PHCS Network PPO
- Preferred PPO
- Sagamore Health Network
- Sagamore Plus
- UnitedHealthCare
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Affiliated Hospitals
Clark Memorial Hospital
Clark Memorial Hospital is a Local Government owned hospital located in Jeffersonville, IN. Procedures/Diagnosis costs are above the state average in 2 of 12 procedures. Length of Stay is at the state average in 10 of 12 procedures.
Floyd Memorial Hospital and Health Services
Floyd Memorial Hospital and Health Services is a Local Government owned hospital located in New Albany, IN. Procedures/Diagnosis costs are above the state average in 5 of 13 procedures. Length of Stay is at the state average in 12 of 13 procedures.
Norton Audubon Hospital
Norton Audubon Hospital is a hospital located in Louisville, KY. This hospital reports jointly with Norton Suburban Hospital. Therefore the ratings and awards apply to multiple hospitals and this specific hospital may not provide all rated services. Procedures/Diagnosis costs are at the state averag...
Norton Hospitals
Norton Hospitals is a hospital located in Louisville, KY. This hospital reports jointly with Norton Audubon Hospital. Therefore the ratings and awards apply to multiple hospitals and this specific hospital may not provide all rated services. Procedures/Diagnosis costs are at the state average in 3 o...
Norton Suburban Hospital
Norton Suburban Hospital is a hospital located in Louisville, KY. This hospital reports jointly with Norton Audubon Hospital. Therefore the ratings and awards apply to multiple hospitals and this specific hospital may not provide all rated services. Procedures/Diagnosis costs are at the state averag...
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