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, 2011-19
- 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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44 PATIENT COMMENTS
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5.0
March 30, 2019
always a good experience
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5.0
March 29, 2019
A good and professional experience.
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5.0
March 28, 2019
professional and caring
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5.0
March 28, 2019
Dr. Chen has been absolutely amazing. He is one of the best physicians I have had in terms of listening to my needs and concerns and taking the time to thoroughly answer questions. I have also been very pleased with everyone I have worked with at Fox Chase.
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5.0
March 28, 2019
very professional and courteous
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5.0
March 26, 2019
Dr Chen is great. Did excellent job on my surgery.
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5.0
March 22, 2019
Excellent service.
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5.0
March 20, 2019
Very good.
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5.0
March 17, 2019
professional experience
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5.0
March 16, 2019
Dr. Chen is thorough and engaged in my care and treatment. He is interested, understanding and complete in reviewing my history, accessing my current status and describing future care including options. Excellent. [...]
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5.0
March 16, 2019
Excellent
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5.0
March 16, 2019
Dr. Chen and his staff are the best.He saved my life.He is always there for me. He is dedicated and professional.
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5.0
March 15, 2019
I have so much confidence with Dr. David Chen I sent my father in law who has the same health issue to see him.
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5.0
March 14, 2019
I would hope that Dr. Chen would NOT leave the Temple network! [...]
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5.0
March 14, 2019
Dr. Chen is an excellent dr., very informative & down to earth, makes me feel both confident & comfortable under his care.
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5.0
March 13, 2019
Went for conceiltation about prostrate Dr. advised of other options
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5.0
March 12, 2019
I always get excellent care & feel respected by the provider & staff.
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5.0
March 11, 2019
Very pleased with Dr. David Chen and Fox Chase staff. Terrific!
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5.0
February 18, 2019
Visit good
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5.0
February 17, 2019
Very satisfied with Dr. Chen and all his staff.
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