Overview
Jennifer Whittington is a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in Elmhurst, New York.
Her clinical expertise encompasses Traumatic Brain Injury, Stomach Cancer, Gallbladder Disease, and Colorectal Cancer.
She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 34 peer reviewed articles.
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Locations
7901 Broadway, Elmhurst, NY 11373
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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"Matthew J. Weiss, MD, FACS, is deputy physician-in-chief and director of the surgical oncology program at Northwell Cancer Institute. He's a board-certified surgeon specializing in pancreas and liver diseases.With a relentless work ethic and strong desire to help people, Dr. Weiss always knew he wanted to be a doctor. ""I picked a field that allows me to tackle difficult problems and truly make an impact,"" he says.Dr. Weiss completed his residency in general surgery at Johns Hopkins Hospital and was dual fellowship trained in surgical oncology and hepatobiliary surgery at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center. He was previously chief of hepatobiliary surgery at Johns Hopkins, where he was also director of the Pancreas and Liver Multidisciplinary Clinics and the complex general surgical oncology fellowship. He also performed the first robotic Whipple at Johns Hopkins University. Joining Northwell in 2019, Dr. Weiss created a multidisciplinary team of surgeons, medical and radiation oncologists, geneticists, and other specialists who collaborate to create unique treatment plans for patients across the health system. ""Every cancer is different, and every patient is different,"" he says. ""Communication among multiple providers is the best way to ensure you're treating the entire person, properly,"" he says. Dr. Weiss's team also works with scientists from Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory and Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research to develop and run groundbreaking clinical trials. An international leader in both liver and pancreas surgery, Dr. Weiss has authored over 250 peer-reviewed publications in the field, and he's currently a professor of surgery and oncology at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell. ""Understanding both the science of the disease and the technological aspect of surgery is so important,"" he says. Dr. Weiss focuses on using cancer genetics to help find the right surgical approach for patients. When possible, he operates robotically using small incisions for faster healing, so patients don't have to wait as long to receive additional therapies that can improve outcomes. With recent advancements in the field, Dr. Weiss has been able to successfully perform high-risk surgeries that were turned down by other institutions. ""Being a surgeon is a tremendous responsibility, and I don't take it lightly,"" he says. ""I truly and deeply care about my patients and their families-I get to know them as people and am there throughout their entire journey. That's what I'm most proud of as a doctor.""". Dr. Weiss is highly rated in 20 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Cancer, Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma, Pancreatectomy, and Hepatectomy. Dr. Weiss is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Weiss is currently accepting new patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Jennifer M. Whittington
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Jennifer M. Whittington?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Jennifer M. Whittington by calling their office at 718-334-4952. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Jennifer M. Whittington a top-rated expert for Traumatic Brain Injury?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Jennifer M. Whittington is classified as an Experienced expert for Traumatic Brain Injury, 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 M. Whittington specialize in?
While Dr. Jennifer M. Whittington is a Surgical Oncology, they have specific expertise in Traumatic Brain Injury, Stomach Cancer, and Gallbladder Disease. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Surgical Oncology.
Does Dr. Jennifer M. Whittington participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Jennifer M. Whittington has published 34 articles and abstracts on conditions like Traumatic Brain Injury. You can view a list of Dr. Jennifer M. Whittington's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Jennifer M. Whittington accept my insurance?
Dr. Jennifer M. Whittington accepts most major insurance plans, including Anthem BCBS and Cigna. We recommend calling the office directly at 718-334-4952 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.
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- Colorectal CancerDr. Whittington isExperienced. Learn about Colorectal Cancer.
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Whittington isExperienced. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- Familial Pancreatic CancerDr. Whittington isExperienced. Learn about Familial Pancreatic Cancer.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Whittington isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- MelanomaDr. Whittington isExperienced. Learn about Melanoma.
- Pancreatic CancerDr. Whittington isExperienced. Learn about Pancreatic Cancer.
- Stomach CancerDr. Whittington isExperienced. Learn about Stomach Cancer.
- Traumatic Brain InjuryDr. Whittington isExperienced. Learn about Traumatic Brain Injury.

