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Minhhuyen T. Nguyen, MD, AGAF, FACP
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Clinical Locations
Primary Location
Fox Chase Cancer Center
333 Cottman Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19111
About
Professor, Department of Medicine
Director, Clinical Gastroenterology
Specialties
Treatment Focus
Prevention and Treatment of Viral Hepatitis and other Liver Cancer; Inflammatory Bowel Disease; Hepatocellular Carcinoma; Risk Assessment; Assessment and Reduction; Women's Gastrointestinal Health; Parenteral and Enteral Nutritional Support
Key Awards
Gastroenterology
Language(s) Other than English
Vietnamese
Treatment Philosophy
I joined the staff of Fox Chase Cancer Center in 2002 after several years of practice in Center City. As one of just a few female gastroenterologists practicing in the area, I have extensive clinical experience with gastroenterology-oriented women's health issues, in addition to general gastroenterology consultative services, which include cancer screening, inflammatory bowel disease and nutritional disorders. I have a special interest in the treatment of patients with a variety of liver diseases, especially viral hepatitis B and C. I manage one of the largest hepatitis B clinics in the region. I believe in accurate diagnosis and timely treatment of patients with active viral hepatitis in order to prevent the progression to end-stage liver disease and the development of liver cancer.
To help patients follow their treatment plans, I emphasize patient education. I believe that the more my patients know about their illnesses, the more likely they are to stay with the prescribed course of treatment. I also try to learn as much as possible about my patients' backgrounds, beliefs and values in order to help guide them in choosing the approach that works best in their daily lives. In daily patient care, I have learned that this is exactly where the science and the art of medicine meet. I also believe that clear communication between patients and my office staff is crucial. I encourage my patients to participate in their care and to not be afraid to ask questions in person or by phone. My staff is trained to respond to patients as if they are part of our families. Besides patient care, I maintain an active role in clinical and translational ("bench-to-bedside") research, participating in several multi-center research projects.
Education and Training
Educational Background
- Fellow, Gastroenterology and Hepatology, New England Medical Center Hospitals, Boston, MA
- Resident, Internal Medicine, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA
- MD, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, 1987
Certifications
- American Board of Internal Medicine: Internal Medicine, Gastroenterology, Hepatology
Memberships
- American Society of Clinical Oncology
- American Association for Cancer Research
- American College of Gastroenterology
- American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
Honors & Awards
- Philadelphia Magazine Top Doctors, 2018-20
- America's Top Doctors®, 2017
- Best Doctors in America®, 2013-14
Patient Stories
Judy Tomarchio
Sarcoma
Judy Tomarchio
Sarcoma
Judy Tomarchio didn't spend her honeymoon lying on a beach or cruising the Mediterranean. Instead, the South Philadelphia native found herself on the operating table at Fox Chase. In 2007, Judy, who was 54, was being treated for leiomyosarcoma, a rare kind of cancer of the soft tissue that can arise from smooth muscle cells anywhere in the body. "We moved the wedding up so we'd be married before the surgery," recalls Judy. "My Dave was with me from day one - he was my rock."
Judith Bernstein
Breast Cancer; Lung Cancer; Lymphoma; Skin Cancer; Thyroid Cancer
Judith Bernstein
Breast Cancer; Lung Cancer; Lymphoma; Skin Cancer; Thyroid Cancer
As a person who has been diagnosed and treated for various types of cancer, I can say with certainty: Run, don’t walk, to Fox Chase Cancer Center. I have given this piece of advice more times than I can count because I know that where you begin your cancer treatment really does matter.
Research Profile
Research Interests
Viral Hepatitis and Reduction
Clinical Locations
Primary Location
Fox Chase Cancer Center
333 Cottman Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19111
Professor, Department of Medicine
Director, Clinical Gastroenterology
Treatment Focus
Prevention and Treatment of Viral Hepatitis and other Liver Cancer; Inflammatory Bowel Disease; Hepatocellular Carcinoma; Risk Assessment; Assessment and Reduction; Women's Gastrointestinal Health; Parenteral and Enteral Nutritional Support
Key Awards
Gastroenterology
Language(s) Other than English
Vietnamese
Treatment Philosophy
I joined the staff of Fox Chase Cancer Center in 2002 after several years of practice in Center City. As one of just a few female gastroenterologists practicing in the area, I have extensive clinical experience with gastroenterology-oriented women's health issues, in addition to general gastroenterology consultative services, which include cancer screening, inflammatory bowel disease and nutritional disorders. I have a special interest in the treatment of patients with a variety of liver diseases, especially viral hepatitis B and C. I manage one of the largest hepatitis B clinics in the region. I believe in accurate diagnosis and timely treatment of patients with active viral hepatitis in order to prevent the progression to end-stage liver disease and the development of liver cancer.
To help patients follow their treatment plans, I emphasize patient education. I believe that the more my patients know about their illnesses, the more likely they are to stay with the prescribed course of treatment. I also try to learn as much as possible about my patients' backgrounds, beliefs and values in order to help guide them in choosing the approach that works best in their daily lives. In daily patient care, I have learned that this is exactly where the science and the art of medicine meet. I also believe that clear communication between patients and my office staff is crucial. I encourage my patients to participate in their care and to not be afraid to ask questions in person or by phone. My staff is trained to respond to patients as if they are part of our families. Besides patient care, I maintain an active role in clinical and translational ("bench-to-bedside") research, participating in several multi-center research projects.
Education
Educational Background
- Fellow, Gastroenterology and Hepatology, New England Medical Center Hospitals, Boston, MA
- Resident, Internal Medicine, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA
- MD, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, 1987
Certifications
- American Board of Internal Medicine: Internal Medicine, Gastroenterology, Hepatology
Memberships
- American Society of Clinical Oncology
- American Association for Cancer Research
- American College of Gastroenterology
- American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
Honors & Awards
- Philadelphia Magazine Top Doctors, 2018-20
- America's Top Doctors®, 2017
- Best Doctors in America®, 2013-14
Research Profile
Research Interests
Viral Hepatitis and Reduction
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25 PATIENT COMMENTS
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3.5
November 10, 2019
Receptionist at desk impatient. Otherwise provider was good and translator was great.
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5.0
November 05, 2019
Everybody on the colonoscopy team (from front desk clerk to all the nurses, aides, and anesthesiologists were friendly and made my time there enjoyable. Dr. Nyguen is awesome!
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4.4
October 30, 2019
Dr. Nguyen was very good. I wish a little more explanation and conservation after the procedure was explain although it was in my discharge form.
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5.0
October 13, 2019
Dr. Min. Nguyen listens to me about my concerns about myself/family. [...]
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5.0
October 06, 2019
Excellent care colonoscopy.
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5.0
October 03, 2019
Dr. Minhhuyen Nguyen has been fantastic working w/me trough my illness, working me into her schedule [...].
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5.0
September 22, 2019
A visit with Dr. Nguyen is always a wonderful experience.
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5.0
September 19, 2019
first time seeing this doctor and the entire experience was wonderful
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5.0
September 15, 2019
Very good experience.
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5.0
August 16, 2019
All very professional and caring. A very good experience.
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5.0
August 15, 2019
Very satisfied with visit & care and follow up, scheduled testing.
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5.0
August 15, 2019
Good.
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5.0
August 04, 2019
Very good experience. Grateful helpful a true blessing. Thank you!
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5.0
May 29, 2019
Dr. Minhhuyen Nguyen is an excellent doctor, very knowledgeable and, also she is very nice person. I felt very comfortable during the visit. I'm very thankful to her. [...]
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5.0
May 19, 2019
Been Dr. M. Nguyen's patient for many years. I trust her implicitly.
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5.0
May 14, 2019
I have been going to Fox Chase for over 15 years with the same provider and nurses. Everyone has been professional, caring and very knowledgeable. Dr. Nguyen is wonderful!!
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5.0
April 26, 2019
I was very impressed with the entire endoscopy team, as well as my own physician.
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5.0
April 23, 2019
Dr. Nguyen is one of my favorite doctors because she always listens to my concerns. She consistently provides excellent care and provides me with ways that I can take care of myself and make myself healthier until she sees me again. She has guided me along in my journey with cancer and my remission and cure.
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5.0
April 17, 2019
I received the excellent care from Dr. Nguyen as I have come to expect from all at FC.
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5.0
April 15, 2019
For an appointment I was not looking forward to, it was very positive in the end (no pun intended) lol!
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