David Y.T. Chen, MD, FACS
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Clinical Locations
Primary Location
Fox Chase Cancer Center
333 Cottman Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19111
Secondary Locations
Fox Chase Cancer Center Huntingdon Pike
8 Huntingdon Pike
Rockledge, PA 19046
Fox Chase Cancer Center East Norriton-Hospital Outpatient Center
2701 Dekalb Pike
East Norriton, PA 19401
Professor, Department of Surgical Oncology
Director, Urologic Oncology Fellowship Program
Associate Chief Academic Officer
Specialties
Treatment Focus
Urinary Diversions, Minimally Invasive Surgical Techniques - Laparoscopic, Robotic Surgery, Robotic Surgery and Urologic cancer ablation therapy (cryosurgery or HIFU)
Research Program
Key Awards
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| Urology |
Treatment Philosophy
I am a urologic oncologist specializing in surgical treatment of cancers of the genitourinary tract. I have extensive experience with laparoscopic and minimally invasive surgical techniques and apply these approaches routinely to reduce the pain, recovery time, and complications associated with traditional open surgery.
I am skilled in nerve-sparing and organ-reconstructive surgery essential for preserving normal functions when treating prostate, testis, bladder and kidney cancer. I am sensitive to the particular issues regarding the diagnosis of genitourinary cancer and its subsequent treatment, including its physical and emotional effects on the patient and their family and support system.
I recognize each person is unique and requires a treatment individually tailored to them to achieve successful cancer treatment, limited treatment-related side effects and maintained quality of life.
Educational Background
- Fellow/National Institutes of Health Research Scholar, Howard Hughes Medical Institute, Bethesda, MD
- Fellow, Urologic Oncology, New York-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical Center, New York, NY
- Resident, Urology, New York-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical Center, New York, NY
- MD, Weill Cornell Medical Center, Cornell University, New York, NY, 1997
Certifications
- American College of Surgeons
- American Board of Urology
Memberships
- Society of Laparoendoscopic Surgeons
- American Urological Association
- Philadelphia Urological Society
- Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group (ECOG)
- Society of Urologic Oncology
Honors & Awards
- Philadelphia Magazine Top Doctors, 2011-20
- Main Line Today Top Doctors, 2018-2019
- Best Doctors in America® , 2019-2020, Urology
- America’s Top Doctors®, 2011-18
Ed Summers
Ed Summers
I felt that I was in the hands of a knowledgeable and extremely competent surgeon at a superior facility.
Thomas Vanella
Thomas Vanella
When the urologist did an MRI, he found that instead of a cyst, it was a tumor on the kidney and he suggested I have my kidney removed. I was not too sure about having it completely removed and a cousin who had been working for Fox Chase for over 40 years suggested I get a second opinion with a doctor there.
Joseph Trunkwalter
Joseph Trunkwalter
Like most men, getting regular checkups is not at the top of my list, but my wife has always made it a priority. And I’m glad she did because about seven years ago, it saved my life.
Paul Kotkiewicz
Paul Kotkiewicz
About Ureteral CancerWith more than 40 years between my first and second cancer experiences, I have personally experienced the incredible advances in treatment that cancer researchers have made over the decades.
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Selected Publications
Correa AF, Handorf E, Joshi SS, Geynisman DM, Kutikov A, Chen DY, Uzzo RG, Viterbo R, Greenberg RE, Smaldone MC. Differences in Survival Associated with Performance of Lymph Node Dissection in Patients with Invasive Penile Cancer: Results from the National Cancer Database. J Urol, 199(5):1238-44, 2018. PubMed
Martin JM, Handorf EA, Price RA, Cherian G, Buyyounouski MK, et al. Medical dosimetry : official journal of the American Association of Medical Dosimetrists. 2015; 40(3):186-9. NIHMSID: NIHMS656177 PubMed
Hypoalbuminaemia is associated with mortality in patients undergoing cytoreductive nephrectomy. Corcoran AT, Kaffenberger SD, Clark PE, Walton J, Handorf E, et al. BJU international. 2015; 116(3):351-7. PubMed
Additional Publications
Clinical Locations
Primary Location
Fox Chase Cancer Center
333 Cottman Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19111
Secondary Locations
Fox Chase Cancer Center Huntingdon Pike
8 Huntingdon Pike
Rockledge, PA 19046
Fox Chase Cancer Center East Norriton-Hospital Outpatient Center
2701 Dekalb Pike
East Norriton, PA 19401
Professor, Department of Surgical Oncology
Director, Urologic Oncology Fellowship Program
Associate Chief Academic Officer
Treatment Focus
Urinary Diversions, Minimally Invasive Surgical Techniques - Laparoscopic, Robotic Surgery, Robotic Surgery and Urologic cancer ablation therapy (cryosurgery or HIFU)
Research Program
Key Awards
|
| Urology |
Treatment Philosophy
I am a urologic oncologist specializing in surgical treatment of cancers of the genitourinary tract. I have extensive experience with laparoscopic and minimally invasive surgical techniques and apply these approaches routinely to reduce the pain, recovery time, and complications associated with traditional open surgery.
I am skilled in nerve-sparing and organ-reconstructive surgery essential for preserving normal functions when treating prostate, testis, bladder and kidney cancer. I am sensitive to the particular issues regarding the diagnosis of genitourinary cancer and its subsequent treatment, including its physical and emotional effects on the patient and their family and support system.
I recognize each person is unique and requires a treatment individually tailored to them to achieve successful cancer treatment, limited treatment-related side effects and maintained quality of life.
Education
Educational Background
- Fellow/National Institutes of Health Research Scholar, Howard Hughes Medical Institute, Bethesda, MD
- Fellow, Urologic Oncology, New York-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical Center, New York, NY
- Resident, Urology, New York-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical Center, New York, NY
- MD, Weill Cornell Medical Center, Cornell University, New York, NY, 1997
Certifications
- American College of Surgeons
- American Board of Urology
Memberships
- Society of Laparoendoscopic Surgeons
- American Urological Association
- Philadelphia Urological Society
- Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group (ECOG)
- Society of Urologic Oncology
Honors & Awards
- Philadelphia Magazine Top Doctors, 2011-20
- Main Line Today Top Doctors, 2018-2019
- Best Doctors in America® , 2019-2020, Urology
- America’s Top Doctors®, 2011-18
Publications
Selected Publications
Correa AF, Handorf E, Joshi SS, Geynisman DM, Kutikov A, Chen DY, Uzzo RG, Viterbo R, Greenberg RE, Smaldone MC. Differences in Survival Associated with Performance of Lymph Node Dissection in Patients with Invasive Penile Cancer: Results from the National Cancer Database. J Urol, 199(5):1238-44, 2018. PubMed
Martin JM, Handorf EA, Price RA, Cherian G, Buyyounouski MK, et al. Medical dosimetry : official journal of the American Association of Medical Dosimetrists. 2015; 40(3):186-9. NIHMSID: NIHMS656177 PubMed
Hypoalbuminaemia is associated with mortality in patients undergoing cytoreductive nephrectomy. Corcoran AT, Kaffenberger SD, Clark PE, Walton J, Handorf E, et al. BJU international. 2015; 116(3):351-7. PubMed
Additional Publications
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5.0
May 26, 2021
Excellent experience with every aspect of this procedure. Thank you all!
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May 23, 2021
Doctor Chen was awesome!!
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5.0
May 22, 2021
5 star!!
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5.0
May 21, 2021
My Fox Chase team, from the receptionist to the nurses & Dr. Chen, are as good as it gets, don't change anything!
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5.0
May 20, 2021
This is the reason I chose Dr. Chen because of his professional experience and excellent review online
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5.0
May 05, 2021
Dr. Chen was excellent in explaining proceedure along with risks, benefits and alternatives. I asked him many questions yet I never felt rushed. He addressed my concerns thoroughly and professionally. His advice was fact based and I never felt pressured to go with one therapy versus another. he spoke openly about his experience, approach and outcomes. while I am still researching surgical options versus radiology, I feel confident in choosing him should I elect surgery.
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May 01, 2021
Dr. Chen is very thorough in his explanations. He has a great bedside manner.
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5.0
April 28, 2021
Excellent Service & Care as always. Very satisfied
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5.0
April 21, 2021
Dr. Chen is one of the best physicians I have ever worked with. He is one of the best communicators, a good listener and thoughtful in his response.
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April 21, 2021
excellent discussion with Dr Chen
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April 16, 2021
Dr. Chen is A+
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April 16, 2021
felt so much better after speaking to Dr. Chen
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April 16, 2021
dr chen's patience and simple speak was much appreciated
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5.0
April 15, 2021
I had scheduled a surgery appt. at [...]. I liked Dr. Chen so much, I cancelled and scheduled surgery with him.
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4.0
April 11, 2021
Dr Chen preformed a surgical procedure on my prostate on [...]. A result of the procedure required me to have a catheter installed. I received very little information on what to expect with the catheter and my experience was not good. The only info I received was from the nurse who spoke with me during my preoperation visit. I just wish that I had received more information or been pointed toward a website that I could help set my expectations. I was "clueless" about that whole process. Other than that, my experience with Dr. Chen was excellent and I would recommend him to others. [...]
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5.0
April 08, 2021
Provided competent & timely care, and treated me with concern & empathy.
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5.0
April 07, 2021
Excellent care and highly recommend.
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March 31, 2021
Dr Chen and staff are awesome
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March 28, 2021
All my questions were answered very completely.
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5.0
March 13, 2021
First time with fox chase and dr Chen. Very pleased
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