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Co-Director, The Fetal Center Professor, Department of Pediatric Surgery Department of Pediatric Surgery The University of Texas Medical School at Houston 6431 Fannin, MSB 5.256 Houston, TX 77030 phone: (832) 325-7234 e-mail: KuoJen.Tsao@uth.tmc.edu Dr. Tsao is a Professor at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth in the Department of Pediatric Surgery. He is board certified in pediatric surgery with a special interest in clinical trials and minimally invasive surgery. He completed his Pediatric Surgery Training at Children's Mercy Hospital in Kansas City, Missouri. He joined The University on August 1, 2007. Dr. Tsao is a clinical researcher with interests in diseases of the neonate and children. His primary research is focused on the diagnosis and treatment of neonatal gastroesophageal reflux disease as it relates to chronic lung disease of prematurity. Dr. Tsao has been the principal investigator or co-investigator on several prospective clinical trials. His research program supports medical students and surgical residents interested in pediatric surgical clinical research.
Dr. Tsao is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Appendicitis, Myelomeningocele, Hernia, Appendectomy, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 166 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. Dr. Tsao is currently accepting new patients.
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Dr. Matthew Harting earned his medical degree at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth) Medical School. He completed a residency in general surgery at the University of Michigan Hospital, a fellowship in pediatric surgery at the University of Washington School of Medicine and a fellowship in surgical critical care at UTHealth. Board certified in general surgery, pediatric surgery, and surgical critical care, Dr. Harting’s clinical interests include congenital and acquired thoracic disease, including pulmonary, diaphragmatic and esophageal disease, particularly patients with congenital diaphragmatic hernias. He also has interests in minimally invasive surgery and extracorporeal life support. He treats newborns through adults. Dr. Harting helps both parents and children understand medical complexities. Utilizing the latest research available, he applies his diverse training to caring for each child with an appropriately unique and optimized approach. A resident of west Houston, Dr. Harting is married and the father of three young children. His favorite leisure activity is spending time with his family. Dr. Harting is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Diaphragmatic Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Hernia, and High Blood Pressure in Infants. Dr. Harting is currently accepting new patients.
Dr. Kevin P. Lally, M.D., M.S. Professor and Chairman Department of Pediatric Surgery Dr. Kevin Lally is a graduate of Tulane University Medical School in New Orleans, Louisiana. He completed his residency at the United States Air Force Medical Center at Keesler Air Force Base, Mississippi, and a fellowship at Children’s Hospital of Los Angeles. Board certified in thoracic pediatric surgery, surgical critical care and general surgery, Dr. Lally’s clinical interests include hydrocele, inguinal hernia, umbilical hernia, prenatally diagnosed problems and congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH). Dr. Lally holds the Richard Andrassy, MD, Endowed Distinguished Professorship and the A.G. McNeese Chair in Pediatric Surgery at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth) Medical School. He has been recognized with the President’s Award for Mentoring Women, as well as UTHealth’s Teaching Excellence Award and Outstanding Surgical Educator. In practice since 1991, Dr. Lally treats patients up to 18 years old. He is known for his availability, competence and compassion. His child-friendly practice offers state-of-the-art surgical care and a clear interest in his young patients. A resident of Houston, Dr. Lally is married and has four children and five grandchildren. His favorite leisure activities are traveling, model ship-building, hiking and spending time with his family. Dr. Lally is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Diaphragmatic Hernia, Hernia, Appendicitis, and Appendectomy.
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Timothy Lee is a Pediatric Surgeon practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Lee is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Diaphragmatic Hernia, Hernia, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Kuojen Tsao
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Kuojen Tsao?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Kuojen Tsao by calling their office at 832-325-7234. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Kuojen Tsao a top-rated expert for Appendicitis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Kuojen Tsao is classified as an Elite 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. Kuojen Tsao specialize in?
While Dr. Kuojen Tsao is a Pediatric Surgery, they have specific expertise in Appendicitis, Myelomeningocele, and Appendectomy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatric Surgery.
Does Dr. Kuojen Tsao participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Kuojen Tsao has published 166 articles and abstracts on conditions like Appendicitis. You can view a list of Dr. Kuojen Tsao's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Kuojen Tsao accept my insurance?
Dr. Kuojen Tsao accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 832-325-7234 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- AppendectomyDr. Tsao isElite. Learn about Appendectomy.
- AppendicitisDr. Tsao isElite. Learn about Appendicitis.
- MyelomeningoceleDr. Tsao isElite. Learn about Myelomeningocele.
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- Congenital Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. Tsao isDistinguished. Learn about Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia.
- Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. Tsao isDistinguished. Learn about Diaphragmatic Hernia.
- HerniaDr. Tsao isDistinguished. Learn about Hernia.
- Pectus ExcavatumDr. Tsao isDistinguished. Learn about Pectus Excavatum.
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- Cystic Adenomatoid Malformation of Lung
- GastroschisisDr. Tsao isAdvanced. Learn about Gastroschisis.
- Imperforate AnusDr. Tsao isAdvanced. Learn about Imperforate Anus.
- Infantile PneumothoraxDr. Tsao isAdvanced. Learn about Infantile Pneumothorax.
- OmphaloceleDr. Tsao isAdvanced. Learn about Omphalocele.
- Pulmonary SequestrationDr. Tsao isAdvanced. Learn about Pulmonary Sequestration.
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- ColostomyDr. Tsao isExperienced. Learn about Colostomy.
- Donnai-Barrow SyndromeDr. Tsao isExperienced. Learn about Donnai-Barrow Syndrome.
- EncopresisDr. Tsao isExperienced. Learn about Encopresis.
- EndoscopyDr. Tsao isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- FasciotomyDr. Tsao isExperienced. Learn about Fasciotomy.
- Fetal EdemaDr. Tsao isExperienced. Learn about Fetal Edema.

