Overview
Dr. Hester's Research Interests include clinical outcomes in HPB and GI malignancies. Particularly, she is interested in the genotypic and phenotypic profiles of patients with pancreas cancer. She hopes to design clinical trials that integrate dynamic metrics of response to neoadjuvant therapy.
Dr. Hester is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Cancer, Gallbladder Adenocarcinoma, Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Pancreatectomy.
She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 37 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Hester is currently accepting new patients.
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Baptist Health Miami Cancer Institute
Horacio Asbun is a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in Miami, Florida. Dr. Asbun is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Cancer, Ampullary Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery. Dr. Asbun is currently accepting new patients.
Nipun Merchant is a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in Miami, Florida. Dr. Merchant is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma, Pancreatic Islet Cell Tumor, Pancreatectomy, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy. Dr. Merchant is currently accepting new patients.
Dr. Datta is surgical oncologist specializing in the treatment of hepatopancreatobiliary (HPB) and gastrointestinal (GI) cancers at the University of Miami. He has specialized training in resecting cancers of the stomach, pancreas, liver, bile ducts, intestine, and esophagus using minimally invasive robotic surgery, as well as using traditional open surgical techniques. He treats the following malignancies and conditions: 1. Stomach & Esophageal Cancers: Gastric adenocarcinoma, Esophageal cancer, Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumors (GIST), Neuroendocrine or Carcinoid tumors 2. Liver Metastasis from Colorectal Cancer: Liver resection, Liver ablation, Hepatic Arterial Infusion Pump (HAIP) placement for intra-arterial delivery of chemotherapy directly to the liver 3. Cancers of the Liver: Intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma, Hepatocellular carcinoma, Neuroendocrine Tumor metastatic to the liver, non-colorectal non-neuroendocrine liver metastasis 4. Bile Duct Cancers: Extrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma, Hilar cholangiocarcinoma, Choledochal cysts, Neuroendocrine metastasis to the biliary tree 5. Pancreatic Cancers: Pancreatic adenocarcinoma, Pancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumors (PNET), Pancreatic Cysts—Cystadenoma, Mucinous Cystic Neoplasm, Intraductal Papillary Mucinous Neoplasm (IPMN) 6. Other Cancers and Conditions: Diseases of the spleen requiring splenectomy, Adrenal Tumors (Functional Adenoma, Pheochromocytoma, Adrenocortical Cancer), Retroperitoneal Sarcoma. Dr. Datta is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Cancer, Stomach Cancer, Pancreatoblastoma, Pancreatectomy, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy. Dr. Datta is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Caitlin A. Hester
Is Dr. Caitlin A. Hester a top-rated expert for Pancreatic Cancer?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Caitlin A. Hester is classified as an Advanced expert for Pancreatic Cancer, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Caitlin A. Hester specialize in?
While Dr. Caitlin A. Hester is a Surgical Oncology, they have specific expertise in Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Pancreatectomy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Surgical Oncology.
Does Dr. Caitlin A. Hester participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Caitlin A. Hester has published 37 articles and abstracts on conditions like Pancreatic Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Caitlin A. Hester's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Caitlin A. Hester accept my insurance?
Dr. Caitlin A. Hester accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and AvMed. We recommend calling the office directly to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Pancreatic CancerDr. Hester isAdvanced. Learn about Pancreatic Cancer.
- PancreaticoduodenectomyDr. Hester isAdvanced. Learn about Pancreaticoduodenectomy.
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- Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer)Dr. Hester isExperienced. Learn about Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer).
- Colorectal CancerDr. Hester isExperienced. Learn about Colorectal Cancer.
- Familial Pancreatic CancerDr. Hester isExperienced. Learn about Familial Pancreatic Cancer.
- Gallbladder AdenocarcinomaDr. Hester isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Adenocarcinoma.
- HepatectomyDr. Hester isExperienced. Learn about Hepatectomy.
- Liver CancerDr. Hester isExperienced. Learn about Liver Cancer.
- PancreatectomyDr. Hester isExperienced. Learn about Pancreatectomy.
- Pseudomyxoma PeritoneiDr. Hester isExperienced. Learn about Pseudomyxoma Peritonei.
- SplenectomyDr. Hester isExperienced. Learn about Splenectomy.
- Stomach CancerDr. Hester isExperienced. Learn about Stomach Cancer.