Dr. John Kunstman

Biography

John W. Kunstman, MD, MHS is a board-certified surgeon specializing in the care of patients with cancers and benign diseases of the pancreas, liver, bile ducts, stomach, and intestines. He has a special interest in the treatment of patients with cystic diseases of the pancreas and maintains an active research program at Yale, focusing on the development of cystic lesions and the genetics associated with pancreatic cancers. Dr. Kunstman conducts clinical research aimed at improving outcomes for patients undergoing pancreatic surgery, particularly the pancreaticoduodenectomy and the Whipple procedure, a common technique for resecting cancerous parts of the pancreas. His recent work includes studies on the management of surgical drains and the mitigation of complications after surgery. He is also involved in the Oncovascular Program, providing a highly specialized approach to cancer care that combines advanced cancer treatment with vascular surgery expertise. Dr. Kunstman is a member of several professional societies, including the Society of Surgical Oncology and the American College of Surgeons, and has received numerous awards throughout his career for his contributions to research and clinical excellence.

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