Dr. Justin Van Backer, MD is a thoracic surgeon in New Britain, CT specializing in thoracic surgery. He graduated from University of Vermont College of Medicine. Dr. Justin Van Backer, MD is affiliated with Hartford Healthcare and HARTFORD HEALTHCARE MEDICAL GROUP SPECIALISTS PLLC.
100 Grand Street Department Of
New Britain, CT 06052
183 North Mountain Road Suite 207
New Britain, CT 06053
455 Lewis Avenue Suite 216
Meriden, CT 06451
Bronchoscopy
Bronchoscopy is a procedure in which a thin tube with a camera, called a bronchoscope, is inserted in the mouth or nose and slowly advanced to the lungs. This allows doctors to see the respiratory tract, which includes the throat, larynx (voice box), trachea (windpipe), bronchi (airways), and lungs. Doctors may recommend those who have or show signs of lung problems - for example, lung cancer or difficulty breathing - to undergo a bronchoscopy.
In performing a diagnostic bronchoscopy, doctors may only wish to visualize the respiratory tract, or doctors may also collect samples of tissue or fluid. The samples can help diagnose patients' conditions or, if patients have cancer, they can be used for staging purposes. One method for sample collection is bronchoalveolar lavage. In a bronchoalveolar lavage, doctors inject saline (salt water) through the bronchoscope and then suction it out of the airways. The washout collected is tested for lung disorders. Doctors can also insert a biopsy tool to collect tissue or mucus samples. The following are biopsies that can be performed by bronchoscopy:
For visualization, bronchoscopy can be done alone, or it can be combined with ultrasound. Endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) allows real-time imaging of the airway and is used for diagnosing and staging lung cancer, as well as for determining where the cancer has spread. EBUS can be performed with TBNA, a procedure known as endobronchial ultrasound-guided transbronchial needle aspiration (EBUS-TBNA).
Doctors can also use bronchoscopy as a treatment for lung problems. For example, if a foreign body is trapped in the airway, doctors can insert forceps through the bronchoscope to remove it. If the airway has become narrowed - which may occur if patients have an infection, cancer, or some other inflammatory issue - bronchoscopy can be used to place a device called a stent in the area of constriction. The stent will keep the airway open, allowing the patient to breathe properly.
During a bronchoscopy, patients will be given medication (sedative) to help them relax. If it is only a diagnostic bronchoscopy, patients will be kept awake, but if the bronchoscopy is for therapeutic purposes, patients will be put to sleep by general anesthesia. After the procedure, patients will need to stay in the hospital for a few hours. They will not be able to eat or drink for about 2 hours. Some patients may experience discomfort, such as a sore throat or pain while swallowing. Throat lozenges and gargling may help alleviate these symptoms, which should go away after a few days. Patients will need to have someone drive them home once their doctor determines that they are ready.
Laparoscopic Surgery
Laparoscopic surgery is a kind of minimally invasive surgery using a thin, narrow tube called a laparoscope. Usually performed on the abdomen or the pelvic region, the surgeon makes a few very small incisions instead of one large one.
During the procedure, the surgeon inserts the laparoscope, which contains a light and camera that allows the surgeon to see what is happening inside the body. Then tiny tools are placed through the small openings and used to perform the surgery.
The most common laparoscopic surgery is gallbladder removal, but laparoscopic surgery may also be used for the removal of a kidney or appendix, to treat certain cysts and tumors, for bariatric surgery, for some GERD treatments, or for hernia repairs, among others.
Because laparoscopic surgery only uses a few tiny incisions, the scars are minimal and recovery is easier than with open surgery.
Robotic Surgery
Robotic surgery is a type of minimally invasive surgery, using a tiny opening to get inside the body instead of making a large cut. It uses small tools attached to a thin robotic arm, which is controlled by the surgeon. Robotic surgery may be referred to by the specific kind of robot that is used. The most advanced robot currently in use is called the da Vinci, and surgery using it is sometimes called da Vinci surgery.
There are many benefits to robotic surgery, both for the patient and the surgeon. Robotic surgery allows for more precise movements and increased control during very delicate surgical procedures. This makes performing surgery accurately much easier for surgeons and reduces fatigue. The smaller 'hand' of the robot can enter the body via a much smaller opening, which reduces the risk of infection and scarring and leads to a faster recovery. The robotic hands also contain tiny moveable cameras among their tools, giving surgeons a much closer view of the procedure than would be possible with traditional surgery.
Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Justin Van Backer, MD for Medicare patients.
The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Justin Van Backer, MD treated as a thoracic surgeon in New Britain, CT were hospital care and inpatient care.
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Dr. Justin Van Backer, MD graduated from University of Vermont College of Medicine. He completed residency at Albany Medical Center. He has a state license in Connecticut.
Medical School: University of Vermont College of Medicine
Residency: Albany Medical Center
Licensed In: Connecticut
Dr. Justin Van Backer, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Justin Van Backer, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: CorVel, Great-West Healthcare, WellCare, Evercare, MultiPlan, United Healthcare, Aetna, Oxford Health Plans, Coventry, Cigna, Anthem, ConnectiCare, Focus Health Solutions, Prime Health, First Health, Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS), CarePartners of Connecticut, Senior Whole Health, Health Direct, HMC/ Northeast Healthcare, Colonial Cooperative Care, BCBS Medicare, Inc., Medspan Commercial, Health Connecticut, Health New England, Healthy Connecticut, Connecticare Commercial, Essence Healthcare, Medspan Medicare, Connecticare Medicare, Community Health Network of Connecticut and Northeast Health Direct.
According to our sources, Dr. Justin Van Backer, MD accepts the following insurance providers:
Dr. Justin Van Backer, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 3 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Justin Van Backer, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in New Britain, CT.
These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Justin Van Backer, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
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$3,840
Da Vinci Surgical System $2,840 |
DAVINCI XI $1,000 |
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$1,987
IMFINZI $1,860 |
TAGRISSO $127 |
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$112
Progel Applicator Spray Tips $112 |
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$19
Monarch Platform $19 |
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Dr. Justin Van Backer's specialties are general surgery and thoracic surgery. He practices in New Britain, CT and Meriden, CT. These areas are among Dr. Van Backer's clinical interests: esophageal cancer, video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS), and lung cancer. His patients gave him an average rating of 5.0 stars (out of 5). He appears to be in-network for Anthem, ConnectiCare, Blue California, and more. He is a graduate of the University of Vermont College of Medicine and a graduate of Albany Medical Center's residency program. He is professionally affiliated with Hartford Healthcare. According to Hartford Healthcare, Dr. Van Backer is currently accepting new patients at his office in Meriden, CT.
