Overview
Dr. James Buwen is a general surgeon with specialty training in bariatric surgery and advanced minimally-invasive surgery. Dr. Buwen graduated with honors from Nova Southeastern University, College of Osteopathic Medicine, in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. He completed his residency training at Rowan University-SOM, Stratford, NJ, Kennedy University Hospital/Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, serving as Chief Surgical Resident from 2013 to 2014.After residency, Dr. Buwen completed a fellowship in advanced minimally-invasive and bariatric surgery at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Philadelphia.Dr. Buwen is a member of the Society of the American Gastrointestinal & Endoscopic Surgeons (SAGES) and the American Society For Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS), an associate member of the American College of Surgeons (ACS) and a member of the American Medical Association, American College of Osteopathic Surgeons and the American Osteopathic Association. He is a recipient of the ASMBS Certificate of Training in Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery for Fellows.
Dr. Buwen is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Ogilvie Syndrome, Obesity in Children, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.
Dr. Buwen is board certified in American Osteopathic Board Of Surgery. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article and participating in 1 clinical trial. Dr. Buwen is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
79 Hudson Street, Suite 301, Hoboken, NJ 07030
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Buwen 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.
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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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 22 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma, Pancreatic Islet Cell Tumor, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Pancreatectomy.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. James P. Buwen
How do I make an appointment with Dr. James P. Buwen?
You can book an appointment with Dr. James P. Buwen by calling their office at 908-481-1270. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. James P. Buwen a top-rated expert for Obesity?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. James P. Buwen is classified as an Advanced expert for Obesity, 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. James P. Buwen specialize in?
While Dr. James P. Buwen is a Bariatric Medicine, they have specific expertise in Obesity, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Bariatric Medicine.
Does Dr. James P. Buwen participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. James P. Buwen has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Obesity. You can view a list of Dr. James P. Buwen's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. James P. Buwen accept my insurance?
Dr. James P. Buwen accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 908-481-1270 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- ObesityDr. Buwen isAdvanced. Learn about Obesity.
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- CellulitisDr. Buwen isExperienced. Learn about Cellulitis.
- CholecystitisDr. Buwen isExperienced. Learn about Cholecystitis.
- CholedocholithiasisDr. Buwen isExperienced. Learn about Choledocholithiasis.
- EndoscopyDr. Buwen isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Buwen isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- GallstonesDr. Buwen isExperienced. Learn about Gallstones.
- GastrectomyDr. Buwen isExperienced. Learn about Gastrectomy.
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
- NecrosisDr. Buwen isExperienced. Learn about Necrosis.
- Obesity in ChildrenDr. Buwen isExperienced. Learn about Obesity in Children.
- Ogilvie SyndromeDr. Buwen isExperienced. Learn about Ogilvie Syndrome.
- Peptic UlcerDr. Buwen isExperienced. Learn about Peptic Ulcer.
- Retroperitoneal InflammationDr. Buwen isExperienced. Learn about Retroperitoneal Inflammation.
- Sleeve GastrectomyDr. Buwen isExperienced. Learn about Sleeve Gastrectomy.