Name: Dr. Brian W. Hummel
Specialty: Thoracic Surgery (Subspecialty: Cardiovascular Surgery)
Qualification/Board Certification: Board Certified in Thoracic Surgery
Affiliation: Lee Memorial Health System; Lee Memorial Hospital
Locations: Fort Myers, Florida
Languages Spoken: English
Accepting New Patients: Yes
NPI Number: 1417999079
About the Doctor
Dr. Brian W. Hummel is an experienced thoracic and cardiovascular surgeon in Fort Myers, Florida, with over 21 years of practice. He received his medical degree from the University of Iowa Roy J. and Lucille A. Carver College of Medicine and completed his Thoracic Surgery fellowship at the University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center. He is affiliated with Lee Memorial Hospital, a U.S. News Best Hospital ranked #12 in Florida and recognized as High Performing in multiple cardiac and vascular procedures. Dr. Hummel has been in practice for more than 20 years. Patients recommend him and praise his thoroughness of examination, which received an Excellent rating. He is currently accepting new patients and accepts Cigna and Amerihealth Caritas Medicaid.
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4/5 patient rating based on 42 reviews
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Over 21 years of surgical experience
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Practices at a U.S. News Best Hospital (Lee Memorial Hospital, #12 in Florida)
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Received 2 patient awards, including Patients Recommend and Performs Thorough Exams
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Thoroughness of Examination rated Excellent (5/5) by previous patients
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Subspecialty in Cardiovascular Surgery
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Accepts Medicaid (Amerihealth Caritas) and Cigna
Education & Training
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Medical School – University of Iowa Roy J. and Lucille A. Carver College of Medicine
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Internship – University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center/Parkland Memorial Hospital, Transitional Year (1977-1978)
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Residency – University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Surgery (1978-1980)
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Fellowship/Additional Training – University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center, Thoracic Surgery – Independent (1983-1985)
Medical Conditions Treated
Dr. Hummel specializes in treating diseases affecting the chest, lungs, esophagus, and heart. His cardiovascular surgery subspecialty focuses on heart and vascular conditions requiring surgical intervention.
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Coronary artery disease (requiring bypass surgery)
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Heart valve disease (aortic stenosis, mitral regurgitation, etc.)
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Thoracic aortic aneurysms
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Lung cancer
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Emphysema and other lung diseases requiring surgery
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Esophageal disorders and cancer
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Heart arrhythmias (requiring surgical treatment)
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Heart failure (advanced surgical management)
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Abdominal aortic aneurysms
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Chest wall tumors
Medical Procedures Performed
Dr. Hummel performs complex surgical procedures on the heart, lungs, esophagus, and major blood vessels. His hospital is recognized as High Performing in several key procedures.
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Coronary artery bypass grafting (heart bypass surgery)
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Aortic valve surgery (repair and replacement)
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Heart arrhythmia surgery (maze procedure, etc.)
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Thoracic aortic aneurysm repair
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Abdominal aortic aneurysm repair
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Lung cancer surgery (lobectomy, pneumonectomy)
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Pacemaker implantation
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Heart failure surgical treatments
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Esophageal surgery
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Video-assisted thoracic surgery (VATS) minimally invasive procedures
Services Offered
Dr. Hummel’s practice focuses on the surgical management of thoracic and cardiovascular conditions. He provides comprehensive preoperative consultations, including thorough physical examinations (rated Excellent by patients) and detailed discussions of surgical risks and benefits. His surgical services are performed primarily at Lee Memorial Hospital, a top-ranked facility for cardiac and vascular surgery. Postoperatively, he offers inpatient surgical follow-up and coordinates with referring physicians for long-term cardiac and pulmonary care. Patients note that while his examinations are thorough, the amount of time spent during appointments and follow-up responsiveness are rated as “Positive” (3/5), so it is recommended to discuss any follow-up concerns directly with his office.
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Preoperative Surgical Consultations: Comprehensive evaluations to determine surgical candidacy, including detailed physical exams and review of cardiac/pulmonary function tests.
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Cardiothoracic Surgery: Open and minimally invasive surgical procedures for heart, lung, esophageal, and vascular conditions.
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Aortic Surgery: Repair of thoracic and abdominal aortic aneurysms.
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Valve Surgery: Aortic and mitral valve repair and replacement.
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Coronary Revascularization: Coronary artery bypass grafting for severe heart disease.
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Arrhythmia Surgery: Surgical treatment for atrial fibrillation and other heart rhythm disorders.
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Pacemaker and Device Implantation: Surgical placement of cardiac devices.
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Postoperative Care: Hospital-based follow-up and coordination with primary care and cardiology teams.
Accepted Insurances
Dr. Hummel accepts the following insurance plans. Please contact the office to confirm your specific plan coverage.
Practice Locations
Location
Address: 9981 S Healthpark Dr Ste 156, Fort Myers, FL, 33908
Phone: (239) 343-6341
Hospital Affiliations
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Lee Memorial Hospital – Fort Myers, Florida; High Performing in Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Repair, Aortic Valve Surgery, Heart Arrhythmia, Heart Attack, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Pacemaker Implantation
Cardiologist
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