Dr. Ioannis Kontopidis is a board-certified thoracic surgeon specializing in robotic-assisted and minimally invasive thoracic surgery. He earned his medical degree from the University of Athens in Greece and completed training in General Surgery at Johns Hopkins Hospital and the University of Vermont, followed by a fellowship in Cardiothoracic Surgery at Wake Forest University. As a key member of the Rutgers Health Thoracic Oncology Program, Dr. Kontopidis provides surgical expertise for complex cases involving lung, esophageal, and mediastinal tumors. He is also a recipient of the prestigious Graham Foundation Fellowship in Thoracic Surgical Robotics from the American Association for Thoracic Surgery. His research contributions have been published in several peer-reviewed journals, and he continues to advance innovation in thoracic oncology and surgical robotics.
Philosophy of Care:
I believe that every patient deserves access to the most advanced surgical care delivered with precision, compassion, and respect. My goal is to help patients and families understand their condition, feel confident in their treatment plan, and achieve the best possible outcomes through a minimally invasive approach. Surgery, for me, is not only about skill but also about restoring hope and quality of life.
Clinical Interests:
Robotic and minimally invasive thoracic surgery; lung and esophageal cancer; mediastinal tumors; chest wall tumors and deformities; benign esophageal disease; tracheal tumors; and diaphragm surgery.
Medical School
The Johns Hopkins Hospital, Baltimore, MD
Residency
Danbury Hospital / University of Vermont
Fellowship
Wake Forest University, Winston-Salem, NC
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