Dr. Joo Ha Hwang

Biography

Joo Ha Hwang, MD, PhD, is a Professor at Stanford University's Fortinet Founders School of Medicine, where he specializes in the early detection and treatment of gastrointestinal malignancies, including esophageal, gastric, pancreatic, bile duct, and colon cancers. His clinical focus also encompasses the endoscopic treatment of gastrointestinal motility disorders such as achalasia and gastroparesis. Dr. Hwang is recognized as a leader in advanced endoscopic surgical procedures, including per-oral endoscopic myotomy and endoscopic submucosal dissection. He serves as the Principal Investigator of the Gastric Precancerous Conditions Study, which aims to improve early detection of gastric cancer through extensive clinical and endoscopic research. His background includes a medical degree from the University of Chicago and a PhD in bioengineering from the University of Washington. Dr. Hwang's research efforts are dedicated to investigating the use of focused ultrasound technology to enhance drug delivery for pancreatic tumors. He has been honored multiple times as one of Seattle's Top Doctors and is a fellow of the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy. Dr. Hwang's commitment to gastrointestinal health extends into public policy, where he has directed efforts to increase awareness of gastric cancer risks in high-risk populations.

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