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Richard J. Battafarano

Richard J. Battafarano, MD, PhD

Thoracic Surgery

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5.0 of 5 stars134 ratings, 51 reviews
Johns Hopkins Affiliations:
  • Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Faculty

Languages

  • English

14 Insurances Accepted

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Gender

Male

About Richard J. Battafarano

Professional Titles

  • Regional Director of General Thoracic Surgery
  • Director, Division of General Thoracic Surgery

Primary Academic Title

Associate Professor of Surgery

Background

Richard Battafarano, M.D., Ph.D., joins the Johns Hopkins Department of Surgery as director of the Division of General Thoracic Surgery and the first regional director of general thoracic surgery.

He comes to Johns Hopkins from University of Maryland Medical System, where he was chief of the Division of Thoracic Surgery. Dr. Battafarano specializes in the treatment of benign and malignant diseases and lesions of the chest, including minimally invasive operations such as video-assisted thoracscopic surgery (VATS) for lung and esophageal cancers. He also has a special interest in treating Barretts esophagus, emphysema, mesothelioma and paraesophageal hernias.

The focus of Dr. Battafaranos basic and translational research includes outcomes in the surgical management of early stage lung cancer patients with neuroendocrine histology, optimal management of lung cancer patients with mediastinal lymph node metastases, and the effect of survivin overexpression in the development of esophageal cancer.

Dr. Battafarano sees patients at The Johns Hopkins Hospital and the Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Centers at Green Spring Station and at White Marsh.

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Research Interests

Effect of survivin overexpression in development of esophageal cancer, Optimal management of lung cancer patients with mediastinal lymph node metastases, Outcomes in surgical management of early stage lung cancer patients with neuroendocrine histology

Memberships

  • American Association for Cancer Research
  • American Association for Thoracic Surgery
  • American College of Surgeons
  • International Association for the Study of Lung Cancer
  • Society for Surgery of the Alimentary Tract
  • Society of Thoracic Surgeons
  • Southern Thoracic Surgical Association

Additional Training

Ph.D. - University of Minnesota (1997)

Locations

  1. Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center
    • 300 Mason Lord Drive, Kimmel Cancer Center, Baltimore, MD 21224
    • Sibley Memorial Hospital
      • 5215 Loughboro Road Northwest, Suite 420, Washington, DC 20016
      • Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center - Green Spring Station, Lutherville
        • 10751 Falls Road, Suite 412, Lutherville, MD 21093

        Expertise

        Education

        Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center

        Residency, Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, 1999

        University of Minnesota Medical School

        Residency, General Surgery, 1997

        University of Minnesota Medical School

        Graduate School, Biomedical Science, PhD, 1997

        Drexel University College of Medicine

        Medical Education, MD, 1988

        Board Certifications

        Thoracic and Cardiac Surgery

        American Board of Thoracic Surgery, 2000

        Insurance

        Johns Hopkins providers accept various commercial health insurance plans. However, they may not be included in all of an insurance company's plans or offerings. This may include Exchange, Medicaid, Medicare, and specific limited benefit plans. Exceptions to participation also exist based on your employer’s benefits package and the provider's location or specialty. Please contact your insurer directly to make sure your doctor is covered by your plan. For more details, please review our Insurance Information.
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        • Aetna
        • CareFirst
        • Cigna
        • First Health
        • Geisinger Health Plan
        • HealthSmart/Accel
        • Humana
        • Johns Hopkins Health Plans
        • MultiPlan
        • Pennsylvania's Preferred Health Networks (PPHN)
        • Point Comfort Underwriters
        • Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
        • UnitedHealthcare
        • Veteran Affairs Community Care Network (Optum-VACCN)

        Ratings & Reviews

        5 out of 5

        134 ratings, 51 reviews

        The Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to physician related questions on the national CG-CAHPS Medical Practice patient experience survey through Press Ganey. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score. Comments are also gathered from our CG-CAHPS Medical Practice Survey through Press Ganey and displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.

        Overall Rating by Patient
        Average provider Overall Rating by Patient rating 4.9 out of 5 stars
        Provider Listened Carefully
        Average provider Provider Listened Carefully rating 5 out of 5 stars
        Provider Explained Things Clearly
        Average provider Provider Explained Things Clearly rating 5 out of 5 stars
        Provider Knew Medical History
        Average provider Provider Knew Medical History rating 4.9 out of 5 stars
        Provider Showed Respect
        Average provider Provider Showed Respect rating 5 out of 5 stars
        Provider Spent Enough Time
        Average provider Provider Spent Enough Time rating 4.9 out of 5 stars
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          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 2/13/2025

          Excellent experienced doctor.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 2/12/2025

          The best doctor I know

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 2/12/2025

          Dr. B was very thorough and spent a lot of time explaining test results with me.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 2/6/2025

          Dr. Battafarano is an outstanding doctor who demonstrates true concern about his patients. Fantastic!

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 1/30/2025

          Very professional and capable. Explained plan of care very well

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 1/16/2025

          The provider was very knowledgeable and was very prepared for the visit, even though it was my first visit. I was looking for a second opinion. The provider took adequate time to explain my situation and ensured that I understood. The provider was very professional.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 1/9/2025

          He explains things in a way for laymen to understand. An excellent doctor

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 12/12/2024

          Shows consern

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 12/12/2024

          This was my first experience with Dr. Battafarano. I felt vey comfortable talking with Dr. Battafarano. He listened to my story, had all of the necessary information regarding my situation and explained things in a way that both my wife and I were able to understand. He explained a very reasonable set of next steps that would help to determine my long-term care. I am looking forward to starting those next steps ASAP.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 12/12/2024

          Dr. B. Is very thorough and knowledgeable...wonderful bedside manner

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 12/5/2024

          Caring, knowledgeable, professional, kind

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 11/21/2024

          Very cooperative and friendly

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 11/21/2024

          He was very informed, clear,came to me prepared. He had a Plan in mind, which he clearly explained and followed through by bringing In a pulmonologist. I was appreciative of his attentiveness and how he addressed my concerns very clearly and with understanding.my experience with Dr. B was excellent. He was polite and respectful.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 11/13/2024

          Took time to explain everything in a way that was easy for me to follow. Has a nice calm personality. I am satisfied that I will receive the best care.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 10/31/2024

          He is the best. Always treats me well and shows concern for my illness.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 10/31/2024

          I feel very confident in Dr B. While I am worried about having cancer, I am not worried that I chose the wrong doctor

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 10/24/2024

          VERY understanding about my condition and all available options

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 10/24/2024

          Very patient, very professional

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 10/17/2024

          Dr B is my hero I feel without his care I would not be here.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 10/10/2024

          I have been seeing Dr Battafarano for about 12 years due to lung cancer & surgery, treatment and follow up. He is in my opinion the very best doctor there is. I can not begin to express my gratitude for the excellent care he has provided to me over the years. .

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 10/3/2024

          Even though the surgeon was running late, he took the time to listen and answer our questions. Excellent patient care.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 9/26/2024

          I travel from Atlanta to see Dr. Battafarano. This is because his skills have by far exceeded other surgeons' in similar surgeries.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 9/24/2024

          Very satisfied

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 9/19/2024

          Always the best care on each of my visits!

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 9/19/2024

          Could not ask for a better doctor to treat my condition

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 9/19/2024

          Excelant Dr

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 9/5/2024

          Dr. Battafarano was very thorough and took the time to answer the many questions I asked throughout my visit. He was honest and helpful as I move forward.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 9/5/2024

          Very pleased with my visit.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 8/27/2024

          Excellent, and has been always;.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 8/20/2024

          Doctor is knowledgeable, he is very well knowing about the field. He is ready able and willing to provide professional services.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 8/8/2024

          Very knowledgeable

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 8/8/2024

          Good visit

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 7/18/2024

          Very professional & understanding

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 7/11/2024

          I am forever grateful for Dr. Battafarano and his team at the Hopkins. The best choice my wife and I made.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 7/11/2024

          Dr B does an excellent job and is very thorough in explaining and listening to you.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 7/10/2024

          I appreciate Dr. Battafarano's care and concern.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 6/27/2024

          Very professional and easy to talk to.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 6/26/2024

          We very much appreciated the time taken to educate us on the condition.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 6/13/2024

          Keep doing the same outstanding work

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 6/6/2024

          Professional, kind

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 6/6/2024

          Doctor Battafarno has been perfect over all the years of him treating me

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 5/23/2024

          Dr. Battafarano was professional, knowledgeable, thorough, kind. Just a wonderful clinician

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 5/16/2024

          Dr was excellent

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 5/9/2024

          My husband, daughter and I really admire and respect Dr. Battafarano. He explains everything very clearly and takes his time to make sure we understand.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 4/25/2024

          Dr. Battafarano has a calm demeanor. He listened to my concerns and came up with a care plan that I was happy with. Thank you for helping to put me at ease!

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 4/10/2024

          Concerned and caring

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 4/10/2024

          Very professional-good commicator..

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 3/28/2024

          Excellent!

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 3/28/2024

          Very professional, showed care

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 3/28/2024

          He's a nice person with the expertise I need.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 3/28/2024

          My doctor Dr Battafarano is the best