
Overview
Dr. Jennifer H. Kuo is a board-certified surgeon-scientist nationally recognized for her expertise in the surgical treatment of thyroid, parathyroid, and adrenal diseases. Dr. Kuo is an accomplished, high-volume surgeon in minimally invasive surgical techniques, including trans-oral thyroidectomy and robotic adrenalectomy. She is one of the leading international experts in ultrasound-guided radiofrequency ablation of thyroid nodules and spearheaded the new Interventional Endocrinology program at Columbia. Dr. Kuo also serves as Vice Chair of Informatics for the Department of Surgery and Program Director of the Endocrine Surgery Fellowship Program and the Endocrine Surgery Research Program. Her research focuses on the use of predictive algorithms to improve and optimize care for endocrine patients, and is internationally recognized as a pioneer in the safe adoption of new technology in surgical care. She serves as Associate Editor for the Journal of Surgical Research, and serves on the Editorial Board for The World Journal of Surgery and VideoEndocrinology. Her commitment to excellent, innovative, and personalized care has been repeatedly recognized by Super Doctors and New York Magazine's Top Doctor Awards.
Dr. Kuo is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Parathyroid Hyperplasia, Hyperparathyroidism, Thyroid Nodule, Parathyroidectomy, and Thyroidectomy.
Dr. Kuo is board certified in Surgery. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 89 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. Dr. Kuo is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
177 Ft. Washington Avenue, New York, NY 10032
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Kuo 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.
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Rockefeller Outpatient Pavilion
William Jarnagin is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Jarnagin is highly rated in 42 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Pancreatic Cancer, Gallbladder Cancer, Hepatectomy, and Pancreatectomy. Dr. Jarnagin is currently accepting new patients.
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.
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Dr. James Lee is an internationally recognized endocrine surgeon who specializes in the care of patients with thyroid, parathyroid, and adrenal disorders. Dr. Lee is the Chief of Endocrine Surgery and the Edwin K. and Anne C. Weisskopf Professor of Surgical Oncology at Columbia University and the Physician Director of the Endocrine Service Line at the NY Presbyterian Hospital. He serves as Co-Director of the multidisciplinary Columbia Thyroid Center, Parathyroid Center, and Adrenal Center. He has been rated as one of the Best Doctors in America and is one of the highest volume endocrine surgeons in the country. Dr. Lee received his medical degree from Columbia University’s College of Physicians and Surgeons, completed his residency in General Surgery at Columbia and went on to a fellowship in Endocrine Surgery at the University of California, San Francisco. Dr. Lee is actively involved in the leadership of Endocrine Surgery at the national and international level. He serves on the Executive Council of the American Association of Endocrine Surgeons and Standing Faculty of the international Endocrine Surgery University. He co-created the inaugural Postgraduate Course in Endocrine Surgery at the American College of Surgeons and is a featured lecturer in the biannual Masters of Endocrine Surgery Course. He has authored over 100 articles and book chapters, including the AAES Parathyroidectomy Guidelines which sets the international standard for the care of patients with parathyroid disease. He is also the Co-Editor of Surgical Endocrinopathies and the Founding Figures which details state of the art care for patients with endocrine disorders as well as the rich history of discovery in the field. Dr. Lee has given over 100 invited lectures and visiting professorships at institutions around the world. He has travelled extensively to teach other endocrine surgeons advanced techniques such as minimally invasive thyroid and parathyroid surgery as well as laparoscopic retroperitoneal adrenalectomy. He has mentored dozens of clinical and research fellows over his career, many of whom are now leaders in their own institutions and abroad.Dr. Lee also serves as the Department of Surgery's Executive Vice Chair for Strategy. In this role, he helps define the vision and plan for fulfilling the department's mission of providing the highest quality surgical patient care, education, and research to as many people as possible. Dr. Lee is highly rated in 19 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hyperparathyroidism, Parathyroid Hyperplasia, Parathyroid Adenoma, Parathyroidectomy, and Pancreatectomy. Dr. Lee is board certified in Surgery. Dr. Lee is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Jennifer H. Kuo
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Jennifer H. Kuo?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Jennifer H. Kuo by calling their office at 212-305-0444. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Jennifer H. Kuo a top-rated expert for Parathyroid Hyperplasia?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Jennifer H. Kuo is classified as an Distinguished expert for Parathyroid Hyperplasia, 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. Jennifer H. Kuo specialize in?
While Dr. Jennifer H. Kuo is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Parathyroid Hyperplasia, Hyperparathyroidism, and Parathyroidectomy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Jennifer H. Kuo participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Jennifer H. Kuo has published 89 articles and abstracts on conditions like Parathyroid Hyperplasia. You can view a list of Dr. Jennifer H. Kuo's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Jennifer H. Kuo accept my insurance?
Dr. Jennifer H. Kuo accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 212-305-0444 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- HyperparathyroidismDr. Kuo isDistinguished. Learn about Hyperparathyroidism.
- Parathyroid AdenomaDr. Kuo isDistinguished. Learn about Parathyroid Adenoma.
- Parathyroid CancerDr. Kuo isDistinguished. Learn about Parathyroid Cancer.
- Parathyroid HyperplasiaDr. Kuo isDistinguished. Learn about Parathyroid Hyperplasia.
- ParathyroidectomyDr. Kuo isDistinguished. Learn about Parathyroidectomy.
- Thyroid CancerDr. Kuo isDistinguished. Learn about Thyroid Cancer.
- Thyroid NoduleDr. Kuo isDistinguished. Learn about Thyroid Nodule.
- Advanced
- Anaplastic Thyroid CancerDr. Kuo isAdvanced. Learn about Anaplastic Thyroid Cancer.
- Familial Isolated Hyperparathyroidism
- Follicular Thyroid CancerDr. Kuo isAdvanced. Learn about Follicular Thyroid Cancer.
- Medullary Thyroid CarcinomaDr. Kuo isAdvanced. Learn about Medullary Thyroid Carcinoma.
- Neonatal Severe Hyperparathyroidism
- Osteitis FibrosaDr. Kuo isAdvanced. Learn about Osteitis Fibrosa.
- Papillary Thyroid CancerDr. Kuo isAdvanced. Learn about Papillary Thyroid Cancer.
- ThyroidectomyDr. Kuo isAdvanced. Learn about Thyroidectomy.
- Experienced
- Adrenal CancerDr. Kuo isExperienced. Learn about Adrenal Cancer.
- Adrenal Gland AdenomaDr. Kuo isExperienced. Learn about Adrenal Gland Adenoma.
- End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD)Dr. Kuo isExperienced. Learn about End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD).
- Familial Pancreatic CancerDr. Kuo isExperienced. Learn about Familial Pancreatic Cancer.
- Hereditary Paraganglioma-Pheochromocytoma Syndrome
- HyperthyroidismDr. Kuo isExperienced. Learn about Hyperthyroidism.
- HypothyroidismDr. Kuo isExperienced. Learn about Hypothyroidism.
- Neuroendocrine TumorDr. Kuo isExperienced. Learn about Neuroendocrine Tumor.
- Pancreatic CancerDr. Kuo isExperienced. Learn about Pancreatic Cancer.
- PheochromocytomaDr. Kuo isExperienced. Learn about Pheochromocytoma.
- ThymectomyDr. Kuo isExperienced. Learn about Thymectomy.
- Vitamin D DeficiencyDr. Kuo isExperienced. Learn about Vitamin D Deficiency.

