Overview
Dr. Zhen Fan earned his medical degree at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine in Ohio and completed his surgical residency at the Good Samaritan Hospital, also in Cincinnati. He then completed his laparoscopic colorectal fellowship at Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio. Board certified in surgery, Dr. Fan specializes in minimally invasive procedures including laparoscopic hernia repair, biliary surgery and colon resection. His interests also include endocrine surgery. Fluent in Chinese, Dr. Fan listens closely to each patient to understand their needs. He offers minimally invasive techniques which can reduce trauma to the body, allowing patients to return to normal activities sooner after surgery. Dr. Fan and his wife have a boy and a girl. In his spare time he, enjoys going to the movies and spending time with his family.
Dr. Fan is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Hernia Surgery, and Islet Cell Transplantation.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 104 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Fan is currently accepting new patients.
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Clinical Research
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Zhen J. Fan
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Zhen J. Fan?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Zhen J. Fan by calling their office at 713-935-9758. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Zhen J. Fan a top-rated expert for Hernia?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Zhen J. Fan is classified as an Advanced expert for Hernia, 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. Zhen J. Fan specialize in?
While Dr. Zhen J. Fan is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Hernia, Gallstones, and Choledocholithiasis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Zhen J. Fan participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Zhen J. Fan has published 104 articles and abstracts on conditions like Hernia. You can view a list of Dr. Zhen J. Fan's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Zhen J. Fan accept my insurance?
Dr. Zhen J. Fan accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 713-935-9758 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- CholedocholithiasisDr. Fan isAdvanced. Learn about Choledocholithiasis.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Fan isAdvanced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- GallstonesDr. Fan isAdvanced. Learn about Gallstones.
- HerniaDr. Fan isAdvanced. Learn about Hernia.
- Varicose VeinsDr. Fan isAdvanced. Learn about Varicose Veins.
- Venous InsufficiencyDr. Fan isAdvanced. Learn about Venous Insufficiency.
- Experienced
- Arterial InsufficiencyDr. Fan isExperienced. Learn about Arterial Insufficiency.
- Breast CancerDr. Fan isExperienced. Learn about Breast Cancer.
- CellulitisDr. Fan isExperienced. Learn about Cellulitis.
- CholecystitisDr. Fan isExperienced. Learn about Cholecystitis.
- Epidermoid CystDr. Fan isExperienced. Learn about Epidermoid Cyst.
- Epidural LipomatosisDr. Fan isExperienced. Learn about Epidural Lipomatosis.
- Hernia SurgeryDr. Fan isExperienced. Learn about Hernia Surgery.
- Islet Cell TransplantationDr. Fan isExperienced. Learn about Islet Cell Transplantation.
- Juvenile AngiofibromaDr. Fan isExperienced. Learn about Juvenile Angiofibroma.
- Mesenteric Venous ThrombosisDr. Fan isExperienced. Learn about Mesenteric Venous Thrombosis.
- NecrosisDr. Fan isExperienced. Learn about Necrosis.
- Ogilvie SyndromeDr. Fan isExperienced. Learn about Ogilvie Syndrome.
- Peripheral Artery DiseaseDr. Fan isExperienced. Learn about Peripheral Artery Disease.
- Pharyngomaxillary Space AbscessDr. Fan isExperienced. Learn about Pharyngomaxillary Space Abscess.
- Pilonidal Sinus DiseaseDr. Fan isExperienced. Learn about Pilonidal Sinus Disease.
- Stasis Dermatitis and UlcersDr. Fan isExperienced. Learn about Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers.