About Me
More info forI am a professor in the Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery and an expert head and neck surgeon who specializes in the treatment of head and neck tumors. My areas of special interest are in tongue and oral cancers, salivary gland tumors and skin cancer (such as melanomas). I perform more than 270 major head and neck operations (including reconstructions) every year and am rated in the top 10 percent of physicians in the nation for patient satisfaction. After graduating from medical school, I completed five years of head and neck surgery residency at the University of Michigan. I then completed an additional year of advanced training (fellowship) at the OSUCCC – James specializing in the management of head and neck cancers. I train future surgeons in my role as Director of the Head & Neck Oncologic Surgery and Microvascular Reconstruction Fellowship. I have a passion for advancing surgical techniques that directly impact patient care. I study how much tissue needs to be removed for each different type of cancer (known as surgical margin), and novel ways to reconstruct patients to restore cosmesis and function after head and neck cancer surgery. The OSUCCC – James gives me the resources to be able to further my research in order to help more patients, and I am proud to work here.
Clinical Expertise
More info for- Skull Base Tumors
- Thyroid Diseases
- Laryngeal Cancers
- Lip Cancers
- Melanoma
- Thyroid Cancer
- Head and Neck Cancer
- Parathyroid Cancers
- Paraganglioma
- Otolaryngology
- Facial Cancers
- Salivary Gland Cancers
- Oropharyngeal Cancers
- Minimally Invasive Surgical Procedures
- Robotics
Where I See Patients
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The Arthur G. James Cancer Hospital and Richard J. Solove Research Institute
460 W. 10th Ave. Columbus, Ohio 43210 800-293-5066 Location InformationEducation & Training
More info forFellowship - Head & Neck Surgical Oncology
- Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center
700 Ackerman Rd, Columbus, OH
Residency - Otolaryngology
- University of Michigan Medical Center
1500 E Medical Center Dr, Ann Arbor, MI
Medical School
- University of Michigan Medical School
1301 Catherine St, Ann Arbor, MI
- Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center
Reviews
More info forPatient Satisfaction Review
The overall patient satisfaction rating is an average of all patient responses to the five questions gathered from the Outpatient Oncology survey, developed by Press Ganey Associates for use in oncology clinics across the country. On behalf of The James, Press Ganey administers the survey to patients who see our providers in an outpatient clinic office. For additional information about the patient satisfaction survey, please visit our
Patient Satisfaction Survey page The comments are submitted by patients and reflect their view and opinions. The comments are not endorsed by and do not necessarily reflect the views of The James.
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More info forAt The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, we support a faculty member’s research and consulting in collaboration with medical device, research and/or drug companies because a faculty member’s expertise can guide important advancements in the practice of medicine and improve patient care. In order to provide effective management of these relationships, the university requires annual disclosures from all faculty members with external interests related to their university responsibilities. As of 09/30/2024, Dr. Kang has reported relationships with the companies or entities listed below. If you have questions about the relationships listed below, please ask the faculty member. If you have questions about how these relationships are monitored by The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, please contact our Compliance Office.
- DePuy Synthes
Patient Comments
Good
Dr Kang was the best. I would recommend him to everyone. Friendly, knowledgeable, and a great surgeon.
Dr. Kang is a fantastic surgeon. Barely a scare and he hid it amazingly.
Dr Kang and entire team are wonderful.
Dr Kang and Meagan Adelman(?) Have been nothing but helpful for the last 5 years.
Always informative.
I highly recommend my providers
Good
Dr Kang and his staff PA-C are outstanding clinicians
Good experience
Patient and understanding
PA and Dr Kang always friendly and thorough
I feel Doctor Kang really cares.
Excellent
Dr Kang was very patient as we decided on treatment and saw us several times. Very pleased with his care
I did not express any concerns or worries. I have completed all treatments and my visit was an annual follow up. Dr. Kang was thorough as always.
Dr. Kang is an excellent physician.
Excellent !!!
Very satisfied
This is the most skilled and compassionate physician it has been my pleasure to have care for me.
Dr kang is the best. Always eager to answer questions and takes time to explain.
No treatment necessary, Thank God and Dr Kang.
Dr Kang is the best!!
Dr Kang, Megan and staff are awesome
I always feel like I am the most important patient during the follow up visits. I appreciate the care and concern shown by the physician and staff.
Dr. Kang answered all of our questions. I have since thought of others and will use patient portal.
Dr. Kang is very kind. He takes his time and answers all my questions and concerns.
Great experience
Dr Kang and his staff are amazing. He saved my life
Very good experience
Dr. Kang sat down and discussed my options for surgery and went into detail about the pros and cons
Always very informative & pleasant.
Okay
Dr. Kang has always given Dad very good care.
I won't go anywhere else. Amazing doctor
All questions were answered and a plan of care was established.
I don't think you could ask for better treatment from anyone
No complaints whatsoever.
Provider was not interested in my questions or concerns. His answers were very limited in depth and scope. He was not aware of other, non-cancer related health issues that subsequently became important during my treatment. He didn't want to spend time to explain results of scans. I am not sure that he even review the results of my scans before our meeting.
Good
Will always be up front but with compassion . Has been a long haul !
Dr.Kong is the best,he always takes time with me
Dr. Kang spent 50 minutes with me - I never felt rushed - answered all questions. He seemed confident in his abilities without being arrogant or "put offish."
Dr.Kang needs to be cloned. Wherever I am, it I have difficulties, I will find my way back to Dr. Kang at The James.
Dr Kang is very professional and through. Looked at my cheek, took biopsie, requested I get mri then scheduled surgery.
Dr. Kang has always been thorough with his communication with me. He considers my thoughts and feelings regarding treatment and my care. I've always felt, Dr. Kang actually cared about what happened to me.
The doctors are very good about listening and explaining what their plan is and probable outcome
Dr. Kang was excellent. He explained everything in detail to me regarding surgery. I completely trust him.
Dr. Blakai and Dr. Stephen Kang are very good doctors.