Gastroenterology
Joo Hwang, MD
Fortinet Founders School of Medicine Endowed Professor and Professor, by courtesy, of Surgery; Director, Gastrointestinal Endoscopic Surgery; Director, Inpatient Gastroenterology Services
Joo Ha Hwang, MD, PhD, is the Fortinet Founders School of Medicine Endowed Professor and Professor, by courtesy, of Surgery at Stanford University School of Medicine. He specializes in the early detection and endoscopic treatment of gastrointestinal malignancies, including esophageal cancer, gastric cancer and tumors, pancreatic cancer, bile duct cancer, and colon cancer. Dr. Hwang also focuses on endoscopic management of gastrointestinal motility disorders such as achalasia, Zenker's diverticul
25+
Years in Practice
Credentials
Board Certifications
- Gastroenterology (American Board of Internal Medicine, 2005)
Education & Training
- PhD, University of Washington, Bioengineering (2005)
- Fellowship, University of Washington School of Medicine, Gastroenterology (2004)
- Residency, University of Washington School of Medicine, Internal Medicine (2000)
- Internship, University of Washington School of Medicine, Internal Medicine (1998)
- MD, University of Chicago - Pritzker School of Medicine (1997)
Peer Recognition
- American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy — Career Development Award
2004
- American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy — Fellow
2011
- International Society for Therapeutic Ultrasound — Fredric Lizzi Award
2014
- Pacific Northwest Gastroenterology Society — President
2011, 2013 (2 years)
- Seattle Metropolitan Magazine — Top Doctor
2014-2016 (3 years)
Clinical Focus
Subspecialties
Conditions & Treatments
Practice Details
Hospital Affiliations
- Stanford Health Care
Languages
English
Experience
25+ years in practice