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 Location
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
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
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, 2011-18
- America’s Top Doctors®, 2011-18
John Carr
John Carr
In November 2012, my doctor diagnosed me with prostate cancer after testing a mass we’d been watching. It was caught during a routine physical.
A Second Opinion
The first doctor I saw attempted to treat the cancer with drugs, but they didn’t work.
At a crossroads at my local hospital, I wanted a second opinion, and after seeing an ad about Fox Chase Cancer Center I decided to do some research. Right away Fox Chase made me feel like a priority. I scheduled an appointment for December 12, 2012 with Dr. David Chen.
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.
Preston Moyer
Preston Moyer
After being diagnosed with peritoneal mesothelioma, a rare form of cancer, Preston Moyer underwent life-saving treatment, including chemotherapy and surgery at Fox Chase Cancer Center. With the help of Dr. Sanjay Reddy and Dr. Hossein Borghaei, Preston is now cancer free.
Daniel Haubrich
Daniel Haubrich
After Daniel Haubrich was diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2005, his urologist did not think he was a good candidate for surgery, and he offered Daniel little hope that he would make a full recovery. Daniel knew he needed a second opinion and scheduled an appointment at Fox Chase Cancer Center to see a more experienced surgeon. This time, he was recommended for surgery, and after both surgery and radiation in early 2006, he is now cancer free. "I am grateful to both Dr. Chen and Dr. Horwitz for their positive attitudes, their commitment to care, and for treating me with respect," he said. "My experience at Fox Chase was always positive."
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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
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31 PATIENT COMMENTS
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5.0
January 01, 2019
Most caring surgeon I've ever had.
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5.0
November 18, 2018
Very good experience.
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5.0
October 25, 2018
DR. Chen is doing a good job with a difficult case, bladder and kidney cancer
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5.0
October 23, 2018
Dr. Chen is very thorough!
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5.0
October 22, 2018
I am confident that Dr. Chen will guide me appropriately.
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5.0
October 11, 2018
Doctor Chen is All STAR. He saved my life. He is the BEST. Thank you for Doctor Chen
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5.0
October 11, 2018
Just an easy fine experience
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5.0
October 04, 2018
Dr. David Chen is a very informative and compassionate physician.
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5.0
October 03, 2018
ALWAYS COURTEOUS EXPLAINS AKS ARE THEIR QUESTION GIVES RESULTS ASK IF I AGREE
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5.0
September 04, 2018
Dr. Chen is outstanding, trustworthy, warm and he is an expert and a pleasure to have as my provider!
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5.0
August 26, 2018
Felt very confident with Dr. Chen.
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5.0
August 23, 2018
Good
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5.0
August 22, 2018
I always recommend Dr Chen and Fox Chase
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5.0
August 17, 2018
Care provider was extremely professional and detailed to me in a way I understood everything about my condition
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5.0
August 14, 2018
excellent
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5.0
August 09, 2018
The best I have ever been with.
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5.0
August 07, 2018
He listened and answered all my questions. He did NOT rush me out of the office. He was CARING!
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5.0
July 30, 2018
Dr. Chen was knowledgeable, very professional and respectful.
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5.0
July 26, 2018
Dr Chen was terrific
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4.5
July 22, 2018
dr chen is quick, doesn't waste time, but that is a good thing.
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