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  • Cardiovascular Disease, Surgery, Thoracic Surgery
  • 38 years of experience
  • Upmc Hamot 201 State St, Erie, PA 16550
  • (814) 877-6000

Brief Intro

Leo D. Fitzgibbon, MD, FACS, FACCP, has been a surgical leader in Erie since 1995. He is a staff cardiovascular surgeon specializing in cardiothoracic surgery in the Hamot Heart Institute at Hamot Medical Center. He is board certified in surgery and cardiothoracic surgery. Dr. Fitzgibbon specializes in the surgical treatment of coronary artery disease and valve disease. Dr. Fitzgibbon brings the highest caliber of surgical expertise to the Hamot Heart Institute. Prior to arriving in Erie, he served as the Chief Resident in Cardiothoracic Surgery at the Hospitals of the University Health Center of Pittsburgh. In addition to his clinical accomplishments, Dr. Fitzgibbon has been a member of several professional organizations. He currently is a Fellow f the American College of Surgeons and the American College of Chest Physicians. Dr. Fitzgibbon takes prides in his Irish heritage. He was born in Limerick, the third largest city in Ireland. In his free time, Dr. Fitzgibbon is also an avid Pittsburgh Steelers and Penguins fan.

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Education Background

RESIDENCY

University Of Pittsburgh Medical Center

MEDICAL SCHOOL

New York Medical College - 1987

Languages Spoken

  • English

Location & Hours

  • Upmc Hamot
  • 201 State St, Erie, PA 16550

Specialties Treated

  • Cardiovascular Disease
  • Thoracic Surgery
  • Surgery

Conditions Addressed

  • Lung Cancer

Procedures Performed

  • Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
  • Coronary Artery Bypass
  • Coronary Artery Bypass
  • Heart Valve Procedures
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Insurance Accepted

* Insurance information may change frequently. Please verify directly with the provider (doctor/clinic).

  • AmeriHealth
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Humana
  • HealthPartners
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • UPMC Health Plan
  • Medicare
  • Aetna
  • AmeriHealth Caritas
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  • Cancer 44
  • Cardiology, Heart & Vascular Surgery 41
  • Orthopedics 71
  • Neurology & Neurosurgery 54
  • Gastroenterology & GI Surgery 71
  • Pulmonology & Lung Surgery 73
  • Diabetes & Endocrinology 27
  • Children's Hospital 13
  • Urology 72
  • Psychiatry 80
  • Geriatrics 67
  • Rehabilitation 64
  • Obsterics & Gynecology 14
  • Ophthalmology 3
  • Ear, Nose & Throat 8
  • Rheumatology 2
  • Long Term Care 11
  • Maternity Care (Uncomplicated Pregnancy) 43