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Dr. Peter Birnbaum, MD

Dr. Peter Birnbaum, MD

Thoracic Surgery*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Peter Birnbaum, MD is a thoracic surgery specialist in Fresno, CA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University Of Ottawa Faculty Of Medicine in 1984. He is affiliated with Saint Agnes Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

5 Star Rating
Based on 31 reviews 5 Star Rating (31 reviews)

Saint Agnes Care Cardiothoracic Surgery

1510 E Herndon Ave Ste 210 Fresno, CA 93720

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(559) 450-7455

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Birnbaum specializes in the areas of Cardiovascular Surgery & Thoracic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Low Wait Times
    Patients are usually seen in 10 minutes or less.
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Birnbaum's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Birnbaum

5.0

31 ratings, 12 with a written review
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What went well
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 people found this helpful
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Oct 27, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Simran Brar in Fresno, CA – May 21, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jennifer in Laton, CA – May 18, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Vicky Hagobian in Fresno, Ca – Jan 13, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Woodlake, CA – Jan 06, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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georgious stratakis in Clivs CA – Jul 16, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Dawn Martinez in Fresno, CA – May 09, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
beverly armstrong in Madera, CA – Sep 15, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Don Marshall in Fresno, CA – Jul 20, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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William H in Clovis, Ca – May 03, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Tim Sherman in Fresno, CA – Mar 25, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Traci Arbios in Clovis, CA – Jan 13, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Dedicated to excellence in patient care.

biography

Board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine, Dr. Robert Bennett joined Internal Medicine Associates of Fresno in 1993 as a cardiologist. He is also with the American College of Physicians.

Dr. Birnbaum attended the...read more

  • Thoracic Surgery

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  • Broussais Hospital, Cardiovascular Surgery, Paris, France|st. Michael's Hospital, Cardiovascular Surgery, Toronto, Canada

    Fellowship Hospital, 1993

  • Queens University, General Surgery, Chief Resident, Kingston, Canada|university Of Toronto, Cardiovascular And Thoracic Surgery, Canada

    Residency Hospital, 1989

  • Toronto Gen Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1985

  • University Of Ottawa Faculty Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1984
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Medical Specialties
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Cardiovascular Surgery†
American Board of Thoracic Surgery
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Thoracic Surgery†
†Self designated 
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  • English

  • French

  • Spanish

  • Direct right atrial catheter insertion with video-assisted thoracic surgery, 1996

  • Is the incidence of recurrent carotid artery stenosis influenced by the choice of the surgical technique? Carotid endarterectomy versus saphenous vein bypass, 1994

  • Physicians' Services Inc. Resident Research Paper Award - "YAG Laser Fulguration for Palliation of Rectal Tumors", 1990

  • Fellowship, Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada - Moderator, Club Mitral, Broussais Hospital, Paris, France, 1993

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Saint Agnes Care Cardiothoracic Surgery

Saint Agnes Care Cardiothoracic Surgery1510 E Herndon Ave Ste 210 Fresno, CA 93720
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    • Mon: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Saint Agnes Medical Center

    1303 E Herndon Ave
    Fresno, CA 93720
    Recipient of 8
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    80%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% lower than the national average

    68%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    8% lower than the national average

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