About Me

Dr. Lackner specializes in thoracic surgical oncology, or diseases of the lungs and esophagus. Additional fields of expertise include:

  • Decortication of lung
  • Pectus carinatum
  • Pectus excavatum
  • Esophageal stents
  • Hernias
  • Sympathectomy/hyperhidrosis
  • Tracheal stenosis
  • Lung reduction
  • Tracheal resection
  • Bronchoscopy
  • Mediastinoscopy
  • Tracheal stents
  • Mesothelioma
  • Endobronchial ultrasound
  • Navigational bronchoscopy
  • Ruptured diaphragm
  • Photodynamic therapy
  • Tracheomalacia
  • Bronchomalacia
  • Esophageal cancer surgery

Services and treatments

Services

Credentials

Board Certifications

Thoracic and Cardiac Surgery

Medical School

New York Medical College, 1985

Residency

Surgery, Long Island Jewish Medical Center, 1990

Fellowship

Cardiothoracic Surgery, University of Chicago, 1993

Other Training

University of Chicago, 1993

Fellowship

Transplant Surgery, University of North Carolina, 1994

Publications

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Locations

Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center - Nebraska Medical Center
505 S 45th St. Omaha NE 68105 Get directions
Blood draws, Arm draw: Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.Port draw: Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. (Appointments are required for port draws.) 
402.559.5600
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Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center - Village Pointe Health Center
111 N. 175th St. Omaha, NE 68118 Get directions
Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
402.559.5600
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Can perform surgeries at: Nebraska Medical Center.

Insurance and Coverage

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Licensed to practice medicine in: Nebraska

This provider has met the requirements to practice medicine in these states. To schedule a telehealth visit with this provider, you must be physically located within one of these states.

Ratings

4.9/5 81 ratings, 24 comments
  • Aug 15, 2026

    Dr. Lackner is so kind and explains things so well! I know I'm in excellent hands!

  • Aug 13, 2026

    Dr. Lackner is very dedicated. I greatly appreciate this.

  • Jun 27, 2026

    Great staff

  • Jun 22, 2026

    Everyone associated with Dr. Lackner's office is GREAT

  • May 29, 2026

    Very good.

  • Mar 26, 2026

    Great experience

  • Jan 21, 2026

    Dr. Lackner has consistently been thorough in answering questions, explaining the purpose and benefits of purposed test or treatments. He is also the most personable and kind doctor I've experienced as an adult.

  • Jan 01, 2026

    I had a bit of a concern about ct results but the Dr relieved my fears and explained how he saw the situation. I felt better when we were done.

  • Dec 31, 2025

    Visit was professional

  • Nov 27, 2025

    I've been seeing Dr Lackner for 10 years now. I wouldn't want any other doctor. I've had the best care with him. He's Intelligent, caring, and friendly. He's a wonderful asset for Nebraska Medicine.

  • Nov 22, 2025

    Always a good visit

  • Oct 18, 2025

    Top notch physician

  • Oct 16, 2025

    Very satisfied!

  • Aug 26, 2025

    The Dr. was very informative and pleasant

  • Aug 21, 2025

    I have been seeing Dr. Lackner for almost 5 years now. When I was first diagnosed with cancer he saved my life. On this visit I had just lost my husband of 40 years. He was so kind and empathetic and encouraging to keep me going. I would recommend him to everyone as he is the best in his field. I wish every person had the opportunity to experience a physician as gifted as he is. Thank you for what you do.

  • Jun 16, 2025

    We only have good things to say about our experience at Nebraska Medicine. Would recommend our Dr. Lackner and his staff to everyone we know.

  • May 15, 2025

    I have already referred Dr. Lackner to another friend with the same condition, and they had a great experience too. I am actually going to be moving out of the area soon, but will continue to come back to see Dr. Lackner for my cancer checks. I have had the best care from him and the staff.

  • Feb 20, 2025

    Dr Lackner very good in explaining my condition and the options available. Very thorough and helpful

  • Feb 13, 2025

    Very satisfied

  • Feb 01, 2025

    Always a great experience with all of my providers

  • Jan 19, 2025

    A whole lot of kindness understanding and caring

  • Jan 04, 2025

    I appreciated the explanation of why my pain is in the front rib area and not the back or other incision areas are.

  • Oct 24, 2024

    Follow up visits are always discussed thoroughly and leave me with a clear understanding of my post surgical status. Reassuring.

  • Oct 24, 2024

    Truly thankful for Dr. Lackner's care.