Dr. Jessica Kandel

Professor

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Biography

Jessica J. Kandel, MD, is the Mary Campau Ryerson Professor of Surgery at the University of Chicago. Her clinical interests focus on Hereditary Hemorrhagic Telangiectasia (HHT), Neonatal Surgery, Pediatric Cancer Surgery, Pediatric Sarcomas, and Pediatric Vascular Anomalies. Dr. Kandel's scholarly interests encompass Angiogenesis, Congenital Anomalies, Pediatric Cancer, Pediatric Surgery, and Vascular Anomalies. She has an extensive publication record and has made significant contributions to the field of pediatric surgery through research and clinical practice. Kandel completed her MD at Columbia University and has held prestigious positions at Johns Hopkins Hospital and Massachusetts General Hospital. She has received numerous awards including the Faculty Teaching Award from the Department of Surgery at the University of Chicago, selected as a member of the American Surgical Association, and has been recognized for her excellence in clinical research and mentorship.

Research Interests

Experience

Pediatric Surgery Fellow

— Present

Johns Hopkins Hospital • Baltimore, MD

Completed a fellowship in pediatric surgery, focusing on advanced surgical techniques.

Surgical Resident

— Present

Massachusetts General Hospital • Boston, MA

Engaged in comprehensive surgical residency training, specializing in pediatric surgery.

Awards

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Faculty Teaching Award

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Mary Campau Ryerson Chair

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Master Clinician

Requirements for University of Chicago

Doctorate Program
Requirements
TOEFL
Listening
Required:26
Reading
Required:26
Writing
Required:26
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:104
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
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Specialization Notes

Department of Philosophy