Victor H. van Berkel, M.D., Ph.D. is a surgeon in Louisville, KY that specializes in lung transplants, lung cancer and heart care

Victor H. van Berkel, M.D., Ph.D.

Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery, Transplant, Oncology, Lung Transplant, Lung Care, Cancer Care, Pulmonology, Gastrointestinal Cancer, Lung Cancer, Cardiovascular Medicine, Heart Care
Areas of Interest

Exhaled Carbonyl Compounds Analysis | Lung Transplant | Robotic-assisted Thoracic Surgery | Thoracic Oncology | Tracheal Abnormalities

Primary Practice Location
UofL Physicians – Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery
UofL Health – Heart Hospital, at Jewish Hospital
UofL Health – Rudd Center
201 Abraham Flexner Way, Suite 1200
Louisville, KY 40202
502-588-7600
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Overall Rating
5 out of 5

Education & Training

M.D.
Washington University School of Medicine | St. Louis | 2003
Ph.D.
Washington University School of Medicine | MO |
Fellowship
Barnes-Jewish Hospital | Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery | St. Louis | 2010
Residency
Massachusetts General Hospital | General Surgery | Boston | 2008

Languages

English

Areas of Interest

Exhaled Carbonyl Compounds Analysis | Lung Transplant | Robotic-assisted Thoracic Surgery | Thoracic Oncology | Tracheal Abnormalities

School of Medicine

Associate Professor

Department of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery

Awards

Resident Teacher of the Year, University of Louisville CT Fellowship Program (2014)

Tufts University School of Medicine Citation for Excellence in Teaching (2008)

Patient Comments

Feb 3, 2024

5 out of 5
I am truly blessed to have Dr. Van Berkel as my physician and have the utmost confidence and respect for him.

Jan 17, 2024

5 out of 5
Dr. Van Berkel is absolutely amazing. He is friendly, understanding, and takes the time to answer any and all questions. He is very thorough. He is a top notch doctor and I am so thankful I have him. He is the best!

Jan 13, 2024

5 out of 5
Dr. Van Berkel was very kind and made me feel relaxed talking with him. He listened to all my concerns and answered all my questions. I did not feel like I was being rushed in and out.

Dec 21, 2023

5 out of 5
Love Dr VanBerkel

Dec 15, 2023

5 out of 5
Dr Van Berkel is great. Very caring and spends adequate time with me.

Oct 26, 2023

5 out of 5
I am always treated with the upmost respect and kindness when I visit. Dr. Victor van Berkel is one of the best doctors there. Everyone is always so nice.

Oct 14, 2023

5 out of 5
Dr. VanBerkel is the best!

Oct 14, 2023

5 out of 5
Excellent communication with Dr. Van Berkel. Made me feel very comfortable about any potential future procedures.

Oct 7, 2023

5 out of 5
Dr. Van Berkel is a wise and caring physician. He is very compassionate and is focused on my health and my condition. He is calming and definitely has my best interest in mind. I'm blessed to have him as my physician.

Sep 28, 2023

5 out of 5
Dr Van Burke was great as well all the staff.

Sep 10, 2023

5 out of 5
Dr. Van Berkel is the best! He's down to earth, great bedside manner, easy to understand I've highly recommend him to people I know.

Sep 4, 2023

5 out of 5
Dr. Berkel is very professional.

Sep 2, 2023

5 out of 5
Dr Van Berkle is the most kind and caring Dr I have ever seen ! He is the best

Aug 29, 2023

5 out of 5
Dr Van Berkel is excellent

Aug 19, 2023

5 out of 5
This visit was a consultation regarding findings after a procedure. Dr. Van Berkeley was amazing. He explained everything. Gave me excellent advice, explained everything, answered my questions In a manner that was easy to understand. I was extremely pleased with everything.

Aug 6, 2023

4.8 out of 5
I have been seeing Dr. Van Berkel for the past six years. He is an outstanding professional in every aspect. He truly cares about his patients, is extremely competent and professional. He is outstanding.

Aug 6, 2023

5 out of 5
Dr, VanBerkle is one of the best!

Aug 5, 2023

5 out of 5
He is a great guy and excellent doctor, I will call his office if I have a problem again

Jul 20, 2023

5 out of 5
Excellent staff. Always meets my needs.

Jun 27, 2023

5 out of 5
Can't say enough good things about Dr Van Berkel he listens, explains in a way anyone could understand. Clerks were professional and kind. Would recommend to anyone who wants a compassionate and caring provider with the staff to back him up!! Keep up the GREAT WORK

Jun 3, 2023

5 out of 5
Dr. Van Berkel & the Nurses at Jewish Hospital were excellent. Dr. Van Berkel is so nice, kind & has an excellent bedside manners. I really appreciate his surgical expertise.

May 25, 2023

5 out of 5
They were all great and have made this easier

May 13, 2023

5 out of 5
I asw Dr Victor Vanberkel about my lung. He was totally open with me and answered all my questions. He showed me he was very concerned! He is my hero! I would highly recommend him and his staff. Kristie was a big help always answered my questions right away or called me back within a few minutes if she was busy. Not a better care team any where than Uof L! My hospital of choice now!! Thank you!!

Apr 1, 2023

5 out of 5
I felt very heard and understood about my condition. He answered all my questions and I left the office with a follow up plan and feeling less stressed regarding my condition. Excellent physician.

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