Dr. Maria Lucia Madariaga, MD, Chicago, IL

About Dr. Maria Lucia Madariaga

Maria Lucia Madariaga, MD, is a highly skilled thoracic surgeon who specializes in a wide range of chest conditions, including lung cancer, airway disorders, benign and cancerous esophageal disease, hyperhidrosis, and thymoma tumors. Dr. Madariaga has particular expertise in treating patients with complex airway disorders, such as tracheal stenosis, tracheomalacia and tracheal cancers, and performing lung transplants. Dr. Madariaga also has extensive background in transplant immunology and large animal research, and she is the principal investigator of the organ perfusion laboratory at the University of Chicago. Her research has been published in several highly respected, peer-reviewed journals, including the Annals of Thoracic Surgery, Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery and American Journal of Transplantation. Along with her clinical and academic pursuits, Dr. Madariaga is also passionate about mentoring medical school students and residents, providing guidance, insight and advice as they move through their careers.

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Areas of expertise

This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.

Surgical removal of lung

Other popular visit reasons

Diaphragm Surgery Consultation

Esophageal Surgery Consultation

Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)

Pectus Excavatum

Thoracic Surgery

Thoracic Surgery Consultation

Thoracoscopic Sympathectomy

Diaphragm Surgery Consultation

Esophageal Surgery Consultation

Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)

Pectus Excavatum

Office location

UChicago Medicine - Thoracic Surgery

355 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611

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Education and background

Practice names

UChicago Medicine - Thoracic Surgery

Board certifications

American Board of Thoracic Surgery
American Board of Surgery

Education and training

Medical School - Harvard University, Doctor of Medicine
Massachusetts General Hospital (Internship)
Massachusetts General Hospital (Residency)
Massachusetts General Hospital (Fellowship)

Languages spoken

English
Spanish

Provider's gender

Female

NPI number

1104053677

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What practice does Dr. Maria Lucia Madariaga work with?

Dr. Maria Lucia Madariaga works with UChicago Medicine - Thoracic Surgery.

Where is Dr. Maria Lucia Madariaga's office located?

Dr. Maria Lucia Madariaga's office is located at 355 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611.

Which board certifications does Dr. Maria Lucia Madariaga have?

Dr. Maria Lucia Madariaga is certified by American Board of Thoracic Surgery and American Board of Surgery.

What languages does Dr. Maria Lucia Madariaga speak?

Dr. Maria Lucia Madariaga speaks English and Spanish.

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