Overview
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 22 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma, Pancreatic Islet Cell Tumor, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Pancreatectomy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 586 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial.
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Locations
577 1st Ave., 2nd Floor, New York, NY 10016
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.
1 Clinical Trials
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Christopher L. Wolfgang
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Christopher L. Wolfgang?
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Is Dr. Christopher L. Wolfgang a top-rated expert for Pancreaticoduodenectomy?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Christopher L. Wolfgang is classified as an Elite expert for Pancreaticoduodenectomy, 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. Christopher L. Wolfgang specialize in?
While Dr. Christopher L. Wolfgang is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Pancreaticoduodenectomy, Pancreatic Cancer, and Pancreatectomy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Christopher L. Wolfgang participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Christopher L. Wolfgang has published 585 articles and abstracts on conditions like Pancreaticoduodenectomy. You can view a list of Dr. Christopher L. Wolfgang's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Christopher L. Wolfgang accept my insurance?
Dr. Christopher L. Wolfgang accepts most major insurance plans, including Anthem BCBS and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 212-263-2630 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Elite
- PancreatectomyDr. Wolfgang isElite. Learn about Pancreatectomy.
- Pancreatic CancerDr. Wolfgang isElite. Learn about Pancreatic Cancer.
- Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma
- PancreaticoduodenectomyDr. Wolfgang isElite. Learn about Pancreaticoduodenectomy.
- Distinguished
- Familial Pancreatic CancerDr. Wolfgang isDistinguished. Learn about Familial Pancreatic Cancer.
- Gastrointestinal FistulaDr. Wolfgang isDistinguished. Learn about Gastrointestinal Fistula.
- Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary SurgeryDr. Wolfgang isDistinguished. Learn about Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery.
- Neuroendocrine TumorDr. Wolfgang isDistinguished. Learn about Neuroendocrine Tumor.
- Pancreatic Islet Cell TumorDr. Wolfgang isDistinguished. Learn about Pancreatic Islet Cell Tumor.
- PancreatoblastomaDr. Wolfgang isDistinguished. Learn about Pancreatoblastoma.
- SplenectomyDr. Wolfgang isDistinguished. Learn about Splenectomy.
- Advanced
- Ampullary CancerDr. Wolfgang isAdvanced. Learn about Ampullary Cancer.
- Bile Duct StrictureDr. Wolfgang isAdvanced. Learn about Bile Duct Stricture.
- Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer)Dr. Wolfgang isAdvanced. Learn about Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer).
- EndoscopyDr. Wolfgang isAdvanced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- GastrectomyDr. Wolfgang isAdvanced. Learn about Gastrectomy.
- GastrostomyDr. Wolfgang isAdvanced. Learn about Gastrostomy.
- HepatectomyDr. Wolfgang isAdvanced. Learn about Hepatectomy.
- Intraductal PapillomaDr. Wolfgang isAdvanced. Learn about Intraductal Papilloma.
- Liver CancerDr. Wolfgang isAdvanced. Learn about Liver Cancer.
- Pancreatic AdenomaDr. Wolfgang isAdvanced. Learn about Pancreatic Adenoma.
- Small Bowel ResectionDr. Wolfgang isAdvanced. Learn about Small Bowel Resection.
- Experienced
- Acute PancreatitisDr. Wolfgang isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
- Adult Soft Tissue SarcomaDr. Wolfgang isExperienced. Learn about Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma.
- Anal CancerDr. Wolfgang isExperienced. Learn about Anal Cancer.
- Bile Duct CystsDr. Wolfgang isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Cysts.
- CholangitisDr. Wolfgang isExperienced. Learn about Cholangitis.
- CholestasisDr. Wolfgang isExperienced. Learn about Cholestasis.
- Chronic PancreatitisDr. Wolfgang isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Pancreatitis.
- Fibrolamellar CarcinomaDr. Wolfgang isExperienced. Learn about Fibrolamellar Carcinoma.
- Gallbladder AdenocarcinomaDr. Wolfgang isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Adenocarcinoma.
- Gallbladder CancerDr. Wolfgang isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Cancer.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Wolfgang isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- Gastrointestinal Stromal TumorDr. Wolfgang isExperienced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor.
- GlucagonomaDr. Wolfgang isExperienced. Learn about Glucagonoma.
- Hereditary PancreatitisDr. Wolfgang isExperienced. Learn about Hereditary Pancreatitis.
- Hernia SurgeryDr. Wolfgang isExperienced. Learn about Hernia Surgery.
- HypothermiaDr. Wolfgang isExperienced. Learn about Hypothermia.
- LymphadenectomyDr. Wolfgang isExperienced. Learn about Lymphadenectomy.
- MesenchymomaDr. Wolfgang isExperienced. Learn about Mesenchymoma.
- Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia Type 1Dr. Wolfgang isExperienced. Learn about Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia Type 1.
- NecrosisDr. Wolfgang isExperienced. Learn about Necrosis.
- Neuroma Biliary TractDr. Wolfgang isExperienced. Learn about Neuroma Biliary Tract.
- Osteitis FibrosaDr. Wolfgang isExperienced. Learn about Osteitis Fibrosa.
- Pancreatic PseudocystDr. Wolfgang isExperienced. Learn about Pancreatic Pseudocyst.
- PIK3CA-Related Overgrowth SpectrumDr. Wolfgang isExperienced. Learn about PIK3CA-Related Overgrowth Spectrum.
- Pseudomyxoma PeritoneiDr. Wolfgang isExperienced. Learn about Pseudomyxoma Peritonei.
- Pyogenic Liver AbscessDr. Wolfgang isExperienced. Learn about Pyogenic Liver Abscess.
- Stent PlacementDr. Wolfgang isExperienced. Learn about Stent Placement.
- Stomach CancerDr. Wolfgang isExperienced. Learn about Stomach Cancer.
- TenesmusDr. Wolfgang isExperienced. Learn about Tenesmus.