Dr. Mindaugas Rackauskas, MD, PhD
Thoracic Surgeon (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgeon)
Accepting patients
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UF Health Heart & Vascular Hospital
1505 SW Archer Rd., Gainesville, FL 32608
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My name is Mindaugas Rackauskas, and I am a Thoracic and Lung Transplant Surgeon at the University of Florida Department of Surgery. As a surgeon, I am continually inspired by my colleagues, who devote countless hours doing the seemingly impossible. Providing you or a loved one with the highest quality care remains our priority. It is an honor to be able to play a significant role in my patient's journey to better health, and having the capacity to save lives is what initially is what drew me to surgery.I earned my medical degree and master's from Lithuanian University of Health Sciences. Following medical school, I trained in cardiac and thoracic surgery at the Hospital of Lithuanian University of Health Sciences. Thereafter, I served as senior registrar of the cardiothoracic department at University Hospital Galway in Galway, Ireland, Blackrock Clinic and St. James's Hospital, both in Dublin. There, I was appointed as a locum consultant in thoracic surgery and lung transplantation at Mater Misericordiae University Hospital in Dublin. Later, I served as a chief lung transplant fellow in Toronto General Hospital. My clinical interests include surgical management of patients with lung and mediastinal cancer, lung transplantation for end-stage lung disease, as well as a range of other general thoracic surgical conditions.I am committed to continually improving patient outcomes by focusing on leading research initiatives where the primary goal is improving surgical outcomes and quality of care. During the COVID-19 pandemic, I played a key role in the development of protocols and surgical approaches to optimize the management of COVID acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) and lung transplantation of more than 40 COVID-19 transplants with 100% patient survival. This has led to transfers from around the country and internationally. Now, UF Health Shands Hospital is a leader in COVID-19 lung transplants.When I am not at UF Health Shands Hospital, I enjoy creating lifelong memories with my family and friends. You can also find me outdoors enjoying fishing, nature trails and fueling my passion for photography.
WebsiteMedical Specialties and Areas of Expertise
Thoracic Surgeon (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgeon)
Education & Training
Prienai Hospital - Lithuania (Internship)
Doctorate - Lithuanian University of Health Science
Medical Procedures Performed
procedures performed by a Thoracic Surgeon (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgeon), like Dr. Mindaugas Rackauskas, may include:
Microvascular Surgery, Carotid Surgery, Vascular Surgery, Vascular Surgery Follow Up, Endovenous Laser Treatment of Varicose Veins, Varicose Vein Treatment, Sclerotherapy, Vascular Surgery Consultation, Vascular Care Second Opinion, Endovascular Aneurysm Repair (EVAR), Aortic Stent Grafts, Open Aneurysm Repair, Atherectomy, Peripheral Artery Bypass - Leg, Limb Salvage Surgery, Mesenteric Stent, Renal Artery Stent, Arteriovenous Graft Placement, Vascular Ultrasound, Vascular Laparoscopic Surgery Follow Up, Robotic Thoracic Surgery Consultation, Thoracic Surgery Consultation, Thoracic Surgery Follow Up and Mediastinal Adenopathy Surgery
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Rackauskas' office.
Insurances
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Locations
UF Health Heart & Vascular Hospital
1505 SW Archer Rd.
Gainesville, FL 32608
(352) 265-9928
UF Health Surgical Specialists - Heart & Vascular Hospital
1505 SW Archer Road
Gainesville, FL 32608
(352) 265-5470
UF Health Lung Transplant - Heart & Vascular Hospital
1505 SW Archer Road
Gainesville, FL 32608
(352) 265-8940
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mindaugas Rackauskas accepting new patients?
Yes, Mindaugas Rackauskas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Mindaugas Rackauskas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rackauskas's office at (352) 265-9928 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
Does Mindaugas Rackauskas offer telehealth appointments?
Please contact Dr. Rackauskas's office at (352) 265-9928 for information telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which language(s) does Mindaugas Rackauskas speak?
Mindaugas Rackauskas speaks English.
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