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Dr. John Kucharczuk, MD

General Surgery*
4.4 (7)
Map Pin Small Philadelphia, PA
Accepting new patients
32 years of experience

Overview of Dr. John Kucharczuk, MD

Dr. John Kucharczuk, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Philadelphia, PA. They specialize in General Surgery, has 32 years of experience, and is board certified in Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery. They graduated from University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine and is affiliated with Chester County Hospital and Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. Patients rated Dr. Kucharczuk an average 4.4 star rating.

Dr. Kucharczuk works at Practice in Philadelphia, PA with other offices in West Chester, PA. They frequently treat conditions like Lung Cancer and Esophageal Cancer along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Cigna as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Kucharczuk's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
    3400 Spruce St, Philadelphia, PA 19104 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (215) 662-4988
  2. 2
    East Marshall Street Medical Office Building
    440 E Marshall St, West Chester, PA 19380 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (800) 789-7366
  3. 3
    Chester County Hematology Oncology
    440 E Marshall St Ste 201, West Chester, PA 19380 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (215) 662-4988

Hospital Affiliations
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  • Chester County Hospital
  • Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania

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Chest CT (incl. Heart and Lungs)
Lung Cancer
Esophageal Cancer
Gastrectomy
Gastrectomy with Robotic Assist
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Thoracoscopic Lobectomy
Thoracoscopic Lobectomy Robotic Assist
Thymomas
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Open Lung Resection or Removal
Atrial Fibrillation
Carotid Artery Disease
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Colorectal Cancer
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Empyema
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Metastatic Respiratory System Cancer
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Pleural Effusion
Stomach Cancer
Thyroid Cancer
Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
Esophagectomy (Esophagogastrostomy, Esophagojejunostomy)
Maze Procedure
Pancoast Tumor Excision
Partial Lobectomy
Thoracentesis
Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection
Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection Robotic Assist
Abdominal Pain
Acute Bowel Infarction
Acute Coronary Syndrome
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Aneurysm
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Aortic Aneurysm
Aortic Dissection
Aortic Ectasia
Aortic Valve Disease
Aortic Valve Regurgitation
Atrial Septal Defect
Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Lung Neoplasms
Benign Mediastinal Tumor
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Benign Pleural Neoplasm
Biliary Atresia
Boerhaave's Syndrome
Bone Cancer
Breast Cancer
Breast Lump
Cardiac Tamponade
Cholangiocarcinoma
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Chylothorax
Congenital Aortic Valve Disorders
Congenital Heart Defects
Congenital Heart Disease
Constipation
Crohn's Disease
Endocarditis
Esophageal Achalasia and Cardiospasm
Esophageal Diverticulum
Esophageal Fistula
Esophageal Varices
Gallstones
Gastric Ulcer
Gynecologic Cancer
Heart Attack (Acute Myocardial Infarction)
Hiatal Hernia
Hiatal Hernia with Obstruction
Hyperparathyroidism
Hypertensive Heart with Failure
Ileus
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Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Interstitial Lung Disease
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Obstruction
Ischemic Colitis
Lipomas
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Liver Cancer
Lung Abscess
Malignant Heart Tumors
Malignant Mediastinal Tumor
Marfan Syndrome
Mitral and Aortic Valve Disorder
Mitral Valve Disease
Mitral Valve Regurgitation
Osteosarcoma
Pancreatic Cancer
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Paroxysmal Atrial Fibrillation
Partial Lung Collapse
Pelvic Abscess
Peptic Ulcer
Pericardial Disease
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
Peripheral Arterial Embolism and Thrombosis
Pleura Cancer
Pleural Cancer
Pneumonitis
Pulmonary Embolism
Rheumatic Aortic Valve Disorders
Rheumatic Tricuspid Disease
Rib Fracture
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Secondary Malignancies
Septal Defect
Small Intestine Cancer
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Spontaneous Pneumothorax
Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
Systolic Heart Failure
Thyroid Nodule
Traumatic Brain Injury
Typical Atrial Flutter
Unstable Angina
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Ventral Hernia
Ventricular Tachycardia (VT)
Acid Reflux Surgery
Aortic Repair
Automatic Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator (ICD) Implantation
Cardiac MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) of Heart or Chest
Cardioverter-Defibrillator or Pacemaker Insertion, Removal or Repair
Decortication and Pleurectomy
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Duodenal Polypectomy
Embolectomy, Thrombectomy, or Vessel Exploration
Esophagomyotomy
Esophagomyotomy with Robotic Assist
Excision of Esophageal Lesion
Excision of Stomach Tumor
Excision of Tracheal Tumor or Stenosis
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Gastric Restrictive With Partial Gastrectomy or Jejunojejunostomy
Gastrotomy
Insertion of Left Ventricular Lead for Pacemaker or Cardioverter and Defibrillator
Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
Laparotomy
Lobectomy of Lung with Robotic Assist
Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Open Gastric Restrictive Procedure
Open Lobectomy
Open Lung Removal
Open Thymectomy
Pacemaker Insertion or Replacement
Port Placements or Replacements
Robotic Heller Myotomy for the Treatment of Achalasia
Thoracoscopic Excision of Lung With Robotic Assistance
Thoracoscopic Segmentectomy
Thoracoscopic Thymectomy
Thyroidectomy
Tracheal Surgery
Venous Thrombectomy
Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) or Thoracotomy
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    Specialties*
    • General Surgery

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    Years of Experience
    • 32 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1407888787
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    Education & Certifications

    Medical Education
    • University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
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    Dr. Kucharczuk has seen patients for Lung Cancer and Esophageal Cancer, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Kucharczuk on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

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