Overview
Dr. Johannes Kratz is a thoracic surgeon who specializes in treating disorders of the trachea, chest wall, lung, esophagus and mediastinum (the space between the lungs containing the heart and other structures). He directs UCSF's program for advanced minimally invasive thoracic surgery. Kratz's research interests include robotic surgery outcomes, lung and esophageal cancers, biomarkers to personalize lung cancer treatment and immunotherapies for thoracic tumors. His current research focuses on understanding the molecular and genetic profiles of high-risk tumors in early stages and developing targeted therapies to treat them. While a surgical research fellow at the UCSF Thoracic Oncology Laboratory, Kratz developed a test that more accurately predicts outcomes for patients with early-stage lung cancer. Now available to patients, this test has improved outcomes for those with high-risk lung cancer detected early. Kratz earned his medical degree at Harvard Medical School, graduating magna cum laude. He completed a general surgery residency at Massachusetts General Hospital, followed by a fellowship in cardiothoracic surgery at UCSF. He also has a master's degree in philosophy from Stanford University. Kratz is a member of the American College of Surgeons, Society of Thoracic Surgeons, Massachusetts Medical Society and American Society of Clinical Oncology. In 2017, he received a UCSF Health Exceptional Physician Award. He is the Van Auken Endowed Chair in Thoracic Oncology at UCSF.
Dr. Kratz is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), Fibrosing Mediastinitis, Thymectomy, and Endoscopy.
Dr. Kratz is board certified in American Board Of Surgery, General Surgery and American Board Of Thoracic Surgery, Thoracic And Cardiac Surgery. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 44 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Kratz is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
1600 Divisadero St., Fourth Floor, San Francisco, CA 94143
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Kratz 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
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Johannes R. Kratz
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Johannes R. Kratz?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Johannes R. Kratz by calling their office at 415-885-3882. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Johannes R. Kratz a top-rated expert for Lung Cancer?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Johannes R. Kratz is classified as an Distinguished expert for Lung Cancer, 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. Johannes R. Kratz specialize in?
While Dr. Johannes R. Kratz is a Thoracic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Lung Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), and Fibrosing Mediastinitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Thoracic Surgery.
Does Dr. Johannes R. Kratz participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Johannes R. Kratz has published 44 articles and abstracts on conditions like Lung Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Johannes R. Kratz's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Johannes R. Kratz accept my insurance?
Dr. Johannes R. Kratz accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alignment Health Plan. We recommend calling the office directly at 415-885-3882 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Lung CancerDr. Kratz isDistinguished. Learn about Lung Cancer.
- Advanced
- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
- EGFR Positive Lung CancerDr. Kratz isAdvanced. Learn about EGFR Positive Lung Cancer.
- Fibrosing MediastinitisDr. Kratz isAdvanced. Learn about Fibrosing Mediastinitis.
- Lung AdenocarcinomaDr. Kratz isAdvanced. Learn about Lung Adenocarcinoma.
- Lung NodulesDr. Kratz isAdvanced. Learn about Lung Nodules.
- Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC)
- Pleuropulmonary BlastomaDr. Kratz isAdvanced. Learn about Pleuropulmonary Blastoma.
- Squamous Cell Lung CarcinomaDr. Kratz isAdvanced. Learn about Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma.
- Thymic Epithelial TumorDr. Kratz isAdvanced. Learn about Thymic Epithelial Tumor.
- Experienced
- Cardiac TamponadeDr. Kratz isExperienced. Learn about Cardiac Tamponade.
- Coronary Artery AneurysmDr. Kratz isExperienced. Learn about Coronary Artery Aneurysm.
- EndoscopyDr. Kratz isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Esophageal PerforationDr. Kratz isExperienced. Learn about Esophageal Perforation.
- GanglioneuromaDr. Kratz isExperienced. Learn about Ganglioneuroma.
- Interstitial Lung DiseaseDr. Kratz isExperienced. Learn about Interstitial Lung Disease.
- Mediastinal TumorDr. Kratz isExperienced. Learn about Mediastinal Tumor.
- MesotheliomaDr. Kratz isExperienced. Learn about Mesothelioma.
- Metastatic Pleural TumorDr. Kratz isExperienced. Learn about Metastatic Pleural Tumor.
- Neuroendocrine TumorDr. Kratz isExperienced. Learn about Neuroendocrine Tumor.
- Pleural EffusionDr. Kratz isExperienced. Learn about Pleural Effusion.
- PleurisyDr. Kratz isExperienced. Learn about Pleurisy.
- Solitary Fibrous TumorDr. Kratz isExperienced. Learn about Solitary Fibrous Tumor.
- ThymectomyDr. Kratz isExperienced. Learn about Thymectomy.