Dr. Katherine J. Deans
Overview
Katherine Deans is a Pediatric Surgeon in Wilmington, Delaware. Dr. Deans has been practicing medicine for over 52 years is highly rated in 17 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Appendicitis, Pilonidal Sinus Disease, Tracheoesophageal Fistula, Appendectomy, and Oophorectomy.
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 205 peer reviewed articles and participating in 4 clinical trials. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
1600 Rockland Road, Wilmington, DE 19803
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Deans 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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Nemours Children's Hospital, Delaware
Dr. Peter Minneci grew up in Brooklyn, New York, and did all his training in the northeast. After medical school at NYU, he worked at the National Institute of Health (NIH) and did his surgical training in Boston and Philadelphia. Dr. Minneci also devotes time to clinical research to continually improve treatment plans and patient outcomes. I really enjoy working with children. They are an embodiment of joy, hope and resilience. I strive to improve pediatric surgical care so that I can provide the best outcome at the highest value to everyone involved.My areas of expertise include:Abdominal MassesAnti-Reflux SurgeryBreast DisordersColorectal disordersCongenital anomaliesExtracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO)Gallbladder DiseaseHernias and HydrocelesIntestinal FailureLung masses/lesionsMinimally invasive surgeryPilonidal DiseaseWound Care I approach problems through the perspective of my patients and their families, so I can work through situations in a way that best fits the family’s needs. I also break down complex processes to make them more manageable and approachable. Dr. Minneci is highly rated in 30 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Appendicitis, Pilonidal Sinus Disease, Tracheoesophageal Fistula, Appendectomy, and Oophorectomy.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Katherine J. Deans
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Katherine J. Deans?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Katherine J. Deans by calling their office at 800-416-4441. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Katherine J. Deans a top-rated expert for Appendicitis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Katherine J. Deans is classified as an Distinguished expert for Appendicitis, 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. Katherine J. Deans specialize in?
While Dr. Katherine J. Deans is a Pediatric Surgery, they have specific expertise in Appendicitis, Pilonidal Sinus Disease, and Appendectomy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatric Surgery.
Does Dr. Katherine J. Deans participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Katherine J. Deans has published 205 articles and abstracts on conditions like Appendicitis. You can view a list of Dr. Katherine J. Deans's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Katherine J. Deans accept my insurance?
Dr. Katherine J. Deans accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 800-416-4441 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.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Distinguished
- AppendectomyDr. Deans isDistinguished. Learn about Appendectomy.
- AppendicitisDr. Deans isDistinguished. Learn about Appendicitis.
- Pilonidal Sinus DiseaseDr. Deans isDistinguished. Learn about Pilonidal Sinus Disease.
- Tracheoesophageal FistulaDr. Deans isDistinguished. Learn about Tracheoesophageal Fistula.
- Advanced
- Biliary DyskinesiaDr. Deans isAdvanced. Learn about Biliary Dyskinesia.
- Bowel IncontinenceDr. Deans isAdvanced. Learn about Bowel Incontinence.
- Congenital Lobar EmphysemaDr. Deans isAdvanced. Learn about Congenital Lobar Emphysema.
- Esophageal AtresiaDr. Deans isAdvanced. Learn about Esophageal Atresia.
- FibroadenomaDr. Deans isAdvanced. Learn about Fibroadenoma.
- Gallbladder RemovalDr. Deans isAdvanced. Learn about Gallbladder Removal.
- Experienced
- AdenoidectomyDr. Deans isExperienced. Learn about Adenoidectomy.
- Biliary AtresiaDr. Deans isExperienced. Learn about Biliary Atresia.
- CellulitisDr. Deans isExperienced. Learn about Cellulitis.
- Congenital AthymiaDr. Deans isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Athymia.
- Congenital Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. Deans isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia.
- Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. Deans isExperienced. Learn about Diaphragmatic Hernia.