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Lisa A. Bevilacqua, MD
Assistant Professor
Thoracic Surgery
Specialties
- Thoracic Surgery
Areas of Expertise
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
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Fox Chase Cancer Center333 Cottman Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19111
Phone: 888-369-2427
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Fox Chase - East Norriton2701 Dekalb Pike
East Norriton, PA 19401
Phone: 888-369-2427
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Fox Chase Cancer Center at Temple University Hospital3401 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
Memberships
Society of Thoracic Surgeons, Candidate Member since 2023
Women in Thoracic Surgery, Candidate Member since 2021
SAGES, Candidate Member since 2018
• Member of 1) Educational Resources Committee; 2) Resident and Fellow Committee
American College of Surgeons, Resident Member since 2018
SSAT, Candidate Member since 2018
Honors & Awards
AATS Surgical Robotics Fellowship Fall 2024
• Selected to participate in 2024/2025 Fellows Robotics Course.
SAGES Robotics Residents Course March 2023
• Selected to participate in 2023 Resident Robotics Course at Intuitive Headquarters.
Lauren B. Ehrlich Excellence in Trauma Residency Award, Finalist May 2022, 2023
•Awarded to resident with demonstrated excellence in care of trauma patients.
Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Education Honor Roll Aug 2019, Aug 2020
• Awarded to house staff with the highest evaluations by medical students.
Association of Women Surgeons: Patricia Numann Medical Student Award October 2018
• Selected as the recipient of the 2018 award, received at the American College of
Surgeons Clinical Congress in Boston, MA.
Speaker: Closing Remarks, Stony Brook School of Medicine Commencement May 2018
• Voted by classmates to give closing remarks at medical school graduation ceremony.
Winner: Best Medical Student Abstract March 2018
• Selected for outstanding abstract at Stony Brook Women in Medicine Conference.
Above and Beyond Award, Stony Brook Cancer Center Jan 2016
• Received in recognition of volunteer service at Stony Brook Hospitals.
Robertson Scholar, Duke University Aug 2006–May 2010
• Four-year full academic merit scholarship awarded to 36 students at Duke and UNC-Chapel Hill.
Dean’s List with Distinction, Duke University Fall 2009 & Spring 2010
• Awarded for academic performance in the top ten percent of students each semester.
Mary McLeod Bethune Writing Award, Honorable Mention, Duke University May 2010
• For excellence in research and writing in African & African American Studies.
Office of Undergraduate Research Support Grant, Duke University Sept 2009 & Mar 2010
• Awarded two $400 grants to support research for undergraduate thesis
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.