Overview
Philosophy of care | The healing process requires trust, knowledge and hope. I try to create a feeling of trust, give patients the knowledge they need to understand their own condition, and of course, develop a plan that gives them hope. I treat my patients as if they are a member of my family or a close friend. I committed myself to that when I first thought of becoming a doctor. I know what it means. My dear aunt and grandmother both had breast cancer. I know how it affected my own family. Treating a patient like a member of the family means empowering my patients with understandable information and formulating a treatment plan that makes sense to them. I share my perspective with my patients, try to eliminate the unknown and help them to see the light after passing through darkness. | Also, I am a member of the breast cancer multidisciplinary consultation team. Together we review your diagnostic information and give you a written opinion reflecting the scope of your condition and recommendations for your best course of care. | Why I entered medicine | I was conflicted between my passion for classical music as a concert pianist and for the art of medicine as an intellectual. I came to a conclusion that I could combine both arts and make a compassionate career with the product of my hands - the art of Surgery. | Community involvement | I am committed to church activities, medical missions and mentorship. I am actively engaged in women's programs such as 'Show your chapeau', a fundraiser musical event to benefit breast cancer patients. | Personal interests | My interests are classical piano, church organ and oil painting. I am also fluent in Portuguese, Spanish and Korean.
Dr. Whang is highly rated in 21 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Thyroid Nodule, Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Lymphadenectomy, and Pancreatectomy.
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
1240 S Cedar Crest Blvd, Suite 410, Allentown, PA 18103
2545 Schoenersville Road, Third Floor, Bethlehem, PA 18018
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Whang has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
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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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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Heiwon C. Whang
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Heiwon C. Whang?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Heiwon C. Whang by calling their office at 610-402-7884. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Heiwon C. Whang a top-rated expert for Thyroid Nodule?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Heiwon C. Whang is classified as an Distinguished expert for Thyroid Nodule, 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. Heiwon C. Whang specialize in?
While Dr. Heiwon C. Whang is a Surgical Oncology, they have specific expertise in Thyroid Nodule, Breast Cancer, and Paget Disease of the Breast. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Surgical Oncology.
Does Dr. Heiwon C. Whang participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Heiwon C. Whang has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Thyroid Nodule. You can view a list of Dr. Heiwon C. Whang's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Heiwon C. Whang accept my insurance?
Dr. Heiwon C. Whang accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Avalon Health Care. We recommend calling the office directly at 610-402-7884 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Breast CancerDr. Whang isDistinguished. Learn about Breast Cancer.
- Familial Isolated HyperparathyroidismDr. Whang isDistinguished. Learn about Familial Isolated Hyperparathyroidism.
- HyperparathyroidismDr. Whang isDistinguished. Learn about Hyperparathyroidism.
- Intraductal PapillomaDr. Whang isDistinguished. Learn about Intraductal Papilloma.
- Paget Disease of the BreastDr. Whang isDistinguished. Learn about Paget Disease of the Breast.
- Parathyroid HyperplasiaDr. Whang isDistinguished. Learn about Parathyroid Hyperplasia.
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- Anaplastic Thyroid CancerDr. Whang isAdvanced. Learn about Anaplastic Thyroid Cancer.
- AngiosarcomaDr. Whang isAdvanced. Learn about Angiosarcoma.
- Breast InfectionDr. Whang isAdvanced. Learn about Breast Infection.
- Breast LumpDr. Whang isAdvanced. Learn about Breast Lump.
- FibroadenomaDr. Whang isAdvanced. Learn about Fibroadenoma.
- Follicular Thyroid CancerDr. Whang isAdvanced. Learn about Follicular Thyroid Cancer.
- Experienced
- Autosomal Dominant HypocalcemiaDr. Whang isExperienced. Learn about Autosomal Dominant Hypocalcemia.
- BRCA Positive Breast CancerDr. Whang isExperienced. Learn about BRCA Positive Breast Cancer.
- Breast Cancer in MenDr. Whang isExperienced. Learn about Breast Cancer in Men.
- CellulitisDr. Whang isExperienced. Learn about Cellulitis.
- DICER1 SyndromeDr. Whang isExperienced. Learn about DICER1 Syndrome.
- EscharDr. Whang isExperienced. Learn about Eschar.