Lisa A. Bevilacqua, MD

Lisa Bevilacqua

Assistant Professor

Specialties

  • Thoracic Surgery ; 
  • Thoracic Surgical Oncology

Treatment Focus

Esophageal Cancer, Lung Cancer, Neuroendocrine Tumors, Endobronchial Disease, GIST (Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor), GERD & Barrett's Esophagus, Thymoma, Chest Wall Disease, and treatment of metastases of other cancers to the lung

Treatment Philosophy

As a thoracic surgeon, my philosophy of care centers on understanding my patients and their unique needs. I believe that each patient deserves not only the highest standard of surgical excellence but also a clear understanding of their condition and treatment options. Having supported my own family members as they navigate the medical system, and specifially for a cancer diagnosis, I appreciate the need to listen, educate, and involve patients in their care at all stages.

My approach to surgical care of thoracic diseases integrates evidence-based medicine with a commitment to minimally invasive techniques, including robotic-assisted surgery, in order to reduce recovery time and help patients return more quickly to their lives. I work closely with a world-class multidisciplinary team at Fox Chase Cancer Center to ensure comprehensive care that is tailored to each individual’s needs. At the heart of my practice is the belief that trust, respect, and empathy are just as critical as technical skill in achieving the best possible results.

Clinical Locations

  • Fox Chase Cancer Center
    333 Cottman Avenue
    Philadelphia, PA 19111
    Phone: 888-369-2427
  • Fox Chase - East Norriton
    2701 Dekalb Pike
    East Norriton, PA 19401
    Phone: 888-369-2427
  • Fox Chase Cancer Center at Temple University Hospital
    3401 N. Broad Street
    Philadelphia, PA 19140
    Phone: 800-836-7536

Educational Background

Brigham and Women’s Hospital July 2023-June 2025
Cardiothoracic Surgery Fellowship, Thoracic Track

Thomas Jefferson University Hospital June 2018 – June 2023
Residency in General Surgery, Categorical

Stony Brook University School of Medicine, Stony Brook, NY Aug 2014- May 2018
Doctor of Medicine with Recognition in Scholarly Concentrations 

University of Pennsylvania Post Baccalaureate Program, Philadelphia, PA Sept 2012–Aug 2013
Certificate in Pre-Health Specialized Studies

Duke University, Durham, NC Aug 2006–May 2010
Bachelor of Science in Psychology, Graduated with Distinction
Minors: African & African American Studies, Chemistry
Robertson Scholar

Certifications

  • American Board of Surgery - Surgery

Honors & Awards

  • AATS Surgical Robotics Fellowship
  • SAGES Robotics Residents Course
  • Lauren B. Ehrlich Excellence in Trauma Residency Award
  • Association of Women Surgeons:  Patricia Numann Award
  • Robertson Scholar, Duke University  

Selected Publications

Bevilacqua, L.A., Fairweather, M., Wang, V., Peterson, M.S., Jaklitsch, M.T. Esophageal Carcinoma 
Cuniculatum. Ann Thor Surg Case Reports. May 2024 Epub Ahead of Print. 

Rios Diaz, A.J., Bevilacqua, L.A., Habarth-Morals, T.E., Zalewski, A., Metcalfe, D., Costanzo, C., Yeo, 
C.J., Palazzo, F. Primary Anastomosis with Diverting Loop Ileostomy vs. Hartmann’s Procedure for 
Acute Diverticulitis: What Happens After Discharge? Results of a Nationwide Analysis. Surg Endosc. May 
2024;38(5):2777-2787.

Alimi, Y, Bevilacqua, L.A., Snyder, R.A., Walsh, D.S., Jackson, P.G., Tuttle, J.E., Altieri, M.S. The 
Elephant in the Room: Racial Microaggressions and Implicit Bias in Surgical Training. Annals of Surgery.
Jan 2024;279(1):167-171.

Bevilacqua, L.A. and Okusanya, O. Cost, Cryo, and Complications. Annals of Thoracic Surgery. 2023 
Oct;116(4):809-810

Bevilacqua, L.A., Siena, N.M., Gardner, C.A., Tatarian, T., Madani, A., Altieri, M.S. Gender Disparities 
among Leadership in Academic Surgical Publishing Over the Past Decade. American Journal of Surgery. Jan 
2022; 223(1): 47-52.

Rahman, U., Bevilacqua, L.A., Shaheen, O., Bodzin, A.S., Frank, A.S., Maley, W.R. Surgical 
Management of Unilobar Budd-Chiari Syndrome following Orthotopic Liver Transplantation. ACS Case 
Reports in Surgery. Aug 1, 2021.

Alimi, Y., Bevilacqua, L.A., Snyder, R.A, Walsh, D., Jackson, P.G., DeMaria, E.J., Tuttle-Newhall, J.E., 
Altieri, M.S. Microaggressions and Implicit Bias in Surgical Training. Annals of Surgery. Jan 2023;277(1):p 
e192-e196.

Bevilacqua, L.A., Altieri, M.S., Yang, J., Zhu, C., Talamini, M., Pryor, A.D. Clinical Course of Patients 
Presenting to the Emergency Department with Small Bowel Obstruction in New York State. Surgical 
Endoscopy. Jun 2021;35(6): 3040-3046.

Bevilacqua, L.A., Obeid, N.R., Yang, J., Zhu, C., Altieri, M.S., Spaniolas, K., Pryor, A.D. Incidence of 
GERD, Esophagitis, Barrett’s Esophagus, and Esophageal Adenocarcinoma after Bariatric Surgery.
SOARD. 2020 Nov;16(11): 1828-1836.

Rios-Diaz AJ, Oliver E, Bevilacqua L.A., Metcalfe D, Yeo CJ, Berghella V, Palazzo F. Is It Safe To
Manage Acute Cholecystitis Non-operatively During Pregnancy? A Nationwide Analysis Of Morbidity 
According To Management Strategy. Annals of Surgery. 2020 Sept 1;272(3):449-456.

Bevilacqua, L.A., Pace, D.J., Aka, A.A., Latona, J., Koenig, G.J., Marks, J.A., Cohen, M.J., Maley, W.R. 
Hepatic Autotransplant for Hepatic Vein Avulsion after Blunt Abdominal Trauma. Journal of Trauma
Acute Care Surgery. 2020 Sept;89(3):e55-e58.

Bevilacqua L.A., Simon J, Docimo S, Rutigliano D, Chandran L, Wackett A. Surgical boot camp for 
fourth-year medical students: impact on surgical skills and confidence. Surgery. 2020 Feb;167(2):298-301.

Altieri, M.S., Salles, A., Bevilacqua, L.A., Brunt, L.M., Mellinger, J.D., Gooch, J.C., Pryor, A.D. Perceptions of surgery residents about parental leave during training. JAMA Surgery. 2019 Aug 7;154(10):952-958. 

Altieri, M.S., Bevilacqua, L.A,. Yang J, Yin D, Docimo S, Spaniolas K, Talamini M, Pryor AD. Cholecystectomy following percutaneous cholecystostomy tube placement leads to higher rate of CBD injuries. Surgical Endoscopy. 2019 Aug;33(8):2686-2690. 

Altieri, M.S., Yang, J., Yin, D., Bevilacqua, L.A., Spaniolas, K., Talamini, M., Pryor, A. Defying public expectations: Publicly reported hospital scores do not always correlate with clinical outcomes. Surgery, 2019 May;165(5):985-989. 

Bevilacqua, L.A., Obeid, N.R, Spaniolas, K., Bates, A.T., Docimo, S., Pryor, A.D. Early postoperative diet after bariatric surgery: Impact on length of stay and 30-day events. Surgical Endoscopy. 2018 Oct 29;33(8):2475-2478. 

Altieri, M., Yang, J., Bevilacqua, L.A., Zhu, C., Talamini, M., Pryor, A.D. Women are underrepresented as top surgical performers as assessed by case volumes in the state of New York. American Journal of Surgery.. 2018 Oct;216(4):666-671. 

Altieri, M.S., Bevilacqua, L.A., Pryor, A.D. The growing use of robotics training in colorectal surgery: a pivotal point for assessment of outcomes. Annals of Laparoscopic and Endoscopic Surgery. 2018;3(3):27. 

Bevilacqua L.A., Dulak D., Starr T.D., Schofield E., Nelson C.J., Roth A.J., Holland J.C., Alici Y. Prevalence and predictors of Depression, Pain, and Fatigue in Older- versus Younger-Adult Cancer Survivors. Psycho-Oncology. 2018;27(3):900-907. 

Raffini L.J., Davenport J., Bevilacqua L.A., & Iosifescu S. Comparison of three post-thrombotic syndrome assessment scales demonstrates significant variability in children and adolescents with deep vein thrombosis. Journal of Pediatric Hematology and Oncology. 2015 Nov;37(8):611-5. 

Meade C.S., Bevilacqua L.A., Moore E.D., Potter, J.L Griffin M.L., & Weiss R.D. Concurrent substance abuse is associated with sexual risk behavior among adults seeking treatment for prescription opioid dependence. American Journal on Addictions. 2014 Jan-Feb;23(1): 27-33. 

Meade C.S., Bevilacqua L.A., & Key, M.D. Bipolar disorder is associated with HIV transmission risk behavior among patients in treatment for HIV. AIDS and Behavior. 2012 Nov;16(8): 2267-71.