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Marcelo DaSilva, MD, Thoracic Surgery, Orlando, FL

Marcelo C DaSilva MD FACS, FICS

Adult General Thoracic Surgery, Minimally Invasive Thoracic Surgery, Thoracic Surgical Oncology


Chief, Thoracic Surgery Service Line. AdventHealth Orlando, FL Medical Director, Cancer Institute of Florida.

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  • 265 E Rollins StSuite 5300Orlando, FL 32804

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Overview of  Dr. DaSilva

Dr. Marcelo DaSilva is a thoracic surgeon based in Orlando, FL, specializing in adult general thoracic surgery, minimally invasive thoracic surgery, thoracic surgical oncology, and cardiovascular surgery. His notable educational background includes residency and fellowship training at Loyola University Medical Center and an additional fellowship at Harvard Medical School. He currently holds leadership roles at AdventHealth Orlando and AdventHealth Cancer Institute, with previous academic and clinical positions at institutions like Brigham and Women's Hospital and Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. Dr. DaSilva has extensive clinical experience in treating esophageal cancer, lung cancer, and performing complex thoracic procedures. His research contributions include publications in recognized journals, and he has received accolades such as Best Thoracic Surgeon from Orlando Magazine and certification achievements related to meaningful use stages.

Education & Training

  • Harvard Medical School
    Harvard Medical SchoolMD, Minimally Invasive Thoracic Surgery, 2008 - 2009
  • Loyola University Medical Center
    Loyola University Medical CenterFellowship, Thoracic Surgery - Independent, 2002 - 2004
  • Penn State Milton S Hershey Medical Center
    Penn State Milton S Hershey Medical CenterChief Residency, Surgery, 1997 - 1999
  • Penn State Milton S Hershey Medical Center
    Penn State Milton S Hershey Medical CenterFellowship, Surgical Critical Care, 1996 - 1997
  • Westchester Medical Center
    Westchester Medical CenterResidency, Surgery, 1992 - 1996

Certifications & Licensure

  • FL State Medical License
    FL State Medical License 2019 - 2028
  • CO State Medical License
    CO State Medical License 2025 - 2027
  • MA State Medical License
    MA State Medical License 2007 - 2023
  • NY State Medical License
    NY State Medical License 2011 - 2021
  • RI State Medical License
    RI State Medical License 2015 - 2020
  • CT State Medical License
    CT State Medical License 2016 - 2017
  • IL State Medical License
    IL State Medical License 2002 - 2017
  • Thoracic and Cardiac Surgery
    American Board of Thoracic Surgery Thoracic and Cardiac Surgery
  • Thoracic Surgery
    American Board of Thoracic Surgery Thoracic Surgery
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Awards, Honors, & Recognition

  • Best Thoracic Surgeon Orlando Magazine, 2024
  • The Society pf Thoracic Surgeons Audit - Exceeded Expectations The Society pf Thoracic Surgeons, 2024
  • CMS Meaningful Use Stage 1 Certification Partners Longitudinal Medical Record, Partners Healthcare System, 2012, 2014-2016

Publications & Presentations

PubMed

Journal Articles

  • Benign Emptying of the Postpneumonectomy Space.  
    Merritt, RE, Reznik, SI, DaSilva, MC, Sugarbaker, DJ et al, Ann Thorac Surg; 92 (3): 1076-81
  • Selected Malignant Pleural Mesothelioma Patients With Isolated Localized Recurrent Disease May Benefit From Tumor Re-Resection.  
    DaSilva, MC, Richards, WG, Tilleman, TR, McNamee, C, Bueno, R, Sugarbaker, DJ, A Single-Center Repor
  • Repeated and aggressive pulmonary resections for leiomyosarcoma metastases extends survival.  
    Burt BM, Ocejo S, Mery C, Dasilva M, Bueno R, Sugarbaker DJ, Jaklitsch MT, Ann Thorac Surg; 92 (4): 1202-07

Books/Book Chapters

Abstracts/Posters

  • Evaluation of Acute Abdomen in ICU Patient with the 2mm Laparoscope.
    DaSilva MC, Karmakar M, Rangraj M, Maffucci L, 82 nd Annual Clinical Congress, San Francisco, CA
  • Is there a Role for the 2mm Laparoscope in the Evaluation of Acute Abdomen in the Critically Ill Patient?
    DaSilva MC, Jiser M, Rangraj M, Toronto Critical Care and Trauma Symposium, Toronto, Ontario, CANADA
  • Bronchoscopy-guided Tracheostomy in the Surgical Intensive Care Unit.
    DaSilva MC, Smith JS, Jr., Cooney RN, Bass TL, Blosser SA, 18th International Symposium on Intensive Care and Emergency Medicine, Universite Libre de Bruxelles. Brussels, Belgium

Lectures

  • STRATUS: Tracheostomy, Bronchoscopy and Tube Thoracostomy. 
    Brigham and Women's Hospital - Havard Medical School
  • Management of Esophageal Perforation. 
    Residents and Medical Students Trauma Critical Care Clerkship lecture, PennState University College
  • Clamshell thoracotomy. 
    Residents and Medical Students Trauma Critical Care Clerkship lecture, PennState University College

Other

  • Novel Developments in the Treatment of Malignant Mesothelioma. 
    DaSilva, MD, Sugarbaker, DJ, Clinical Care Options Oncology
  • Video-Assisted Thoracic Surgery 
    DaSilvaMC, Swanson, SJ, the Thorax section of ACS Surgery-Principles of Surgery
  • Extrapleural Pneumonectomy HIOC. 
    DaSilva MC, Sugarbaker DJ, Video-based Education Session
    96th Annual Clinical Congress in Washington, DC

Press Mentions

  • Mesothelioma Treatment Program Expanding in Central Florida
    Mesothelioma Treatment Program Expanding in Central FloridaSeptember 8th, 2021
  • Immunotherapy or Chemotherapy? Doctors Weigh in on Preference for Mesothelioma
    Immunotherapy or Chemotherapy? Doctors Weigh in on Preference for MesotheliomaAugust 4th, 2021
  • Meet Dr. Hassan Khalil: Mesothelioma Specialist and Head of the Boston VA Mesothelioma Program
    Meet Dr. Hassan Khalil: Mesothelioma Specialist and Head of the Boston VA Mesothelioma ProgramDecember 23rd, 2020

Committees

  • Member, Society Thoracic Surgery Leadership position in Critical Care 2010 - 2011
  • Member, Selection Committee of the International College of Surgeons, United States Chapter 2010 - 2011

Professional Memberships

Other Languages

  • Spanish, French, Portuguese

Insurance Accepted

  • Aetna Choice POS II
    Aetna HMO
    BCBS Blue Card PPO
    BCBS Florida BlueCare HMO
    BCBS Florida BlueSelect
    BCBS Florida NetworkBlue
    BCBS Florida Preferred Patient Care PPO
    BCBS Massachusetts Blue Care Elect PPO
    CIGNA HMO
    CIGNA Open Access
    CIGNA PPO
    Cofinity PPO
    Coventry Florida - Employer Group PPO
    First Health PPO
    Great West PPO
    Harvard Pilgrim HMO
    Humana ChoiceCare Network PPO
    Multiplan PHCS PPO
    Multiplan PPO
    Tufts Health Plan PPO
    United Healthcare - Direct Choice Plus POS
    United Healthcare - Direct Options PPO
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