Overview
Charles Cha is a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in Bridgeport, Connecticut.
Dr. Cha is highly rated in 17 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Colorectal Cancer, Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Hepatectomy, and Pancreatectomy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 39 peer reviewed articles.
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Locations
2800 Main St, Bridgeport, CT 06606
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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New York University
As a hepatobiliary and pancreatic surgeon, my expertise is in the surgical care of people who have cancer or benign disease of the pancreas, gallbladder, liver, and ampulla. However, my main area of expertise is pancreatic cancer.I chose to specialize in pancreatic cancer for a variety of reasons. It is a complex and aggressive disease that requires surgical and medical management based on innovative research. In addition, providing surgical treatment for pancreatic cancer demands great technical skills, and effective treatment requires a team of experts with access to the most sophisticated technology available.At Perlmutter Cancer Center, we perform more than 100 Whipple procedures—a complex surgery for cancer in the head of the pancreas—each year with outstanding outcomes. The mortality rate of Whipple procedures at our center is among the lowest in the world. I have performed more than 1,200 of these procedures.Our team has expertise in robotic surgery of the pancreas and liver, as well as in the removal of pancreatic tumors that involve major vessels, which is also known as locally advanced pancreatic cancer. We use transplants to manage certain types of liver tumors and offer precision treatment for all stages of pancreatic cancer. Our patients have access to the most advanced clinical trials.I feel privileged to share in the lives of people who have received a diagnosis of pancreatic cancer and shepherd them through treatment. One of the most rewarding parts of. Dr. Wolfgang is highly rated in 23 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma, Pancreatic Islet Cell Tumor, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Pancreatectomy. Dr. Wolfgang is currently accepting new patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Charles Cha
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Charles Cha?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Charles Cha by calling their office at 203-576-6141. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Charles Cha a top-rated expert for Colorectal Cancer?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Charles Cha is classified as an Distinguished expert for Colorectal 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. Charles Cha specialize in?
While Dr. Charles Cha is a Surgical Oncology, they have specific expertise in Colorectal Cancer, Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), and Familial Pancreatic Cancer. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Surgical Oncology.
Does Dr. Charles Cha participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Charles Cha has published 39 articles and abstracts on conditions like Colorectal Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Charles Cha's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Charles Cha accept my insurance?
Dr. Charles Cha accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 203-576-6141 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Distinguished
- Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer)Dr. Cha isDistinguished. Learn about Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer).
- Colorectal CancerDr. Cha isDistinguished. Learn about Colorectal Cancer.
- Advanced
- Bile Duct CystsDr. Cha isAdvanced. Learn about Bile Duct Cysts.
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Cha isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- Familial Pancreatic CancerDr. Cha isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Pancreatic Cancer.
- Fibrolamellar CarcinomaDr. Cha isAdvanced. Learn about Fibrolamellar Carcinoma.
- Gallbladder AdenocarcinomaDr. Cha isAdvanced. Learn about Gallbladder Adenocarcinoma.
- Gallbladder CancerDr. Cha isAdvanced. Learn about Gallbladder Cancer.
- Experienced
- Abdominal Cystic LymphangiomaDr. Cha isExperienced. Learn about Abdominal Cystic Lymphangioma.
- Adult Soft Tissue SarcomaDr. Cha isExperienced. Learn about Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma.
- Alveolar Soft Part SarcomaDr. Cha isExperienced. Learn about Alveolar Soft Part Sarcoma.
- Ampullary CancerDr. Cha isExperienced. Learn about Ampullary Cancer.
- Bile Duct StrictureDr. Cha isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Stricture.
- Biliary DyskinesiaDr. Cha isExperienced. Learn about Biliary Dyskinesia.
