Summary

Dr. Edward Chen is a thoracic surgeon who has dedicated over three decades to providing specialized surgical care. He earned his medical degree from Duke University School of Medicine and completed his residency training at UCSF Medical Center. With 34 years of experience in the field, Dr. Chen focuses on both thoracic surgery and general surgery. He is fluent in English and Spanish.

Dr. Chen practices at multiple leading medical centers, including Duke University Hospital and Emory University Hospital Midtown in Durham, North Carolina and Atlanta, Georgia. He specializes in treating complex conditions such as heart failure and various forms of cancer, including breast cancer and cancer recurrence. His surgical expertise includes cardiac rehabilitation procedures and therapeutic exercises designed to help patients recover their strength and function. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.6
  • 34 years of experience
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Ucsf Medical Center
  • 13 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 5 hospital affiliations
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Edward Po-Chung Chen has 3 locations

Duke Cardiothoracic Surgery Clinic

40 Duke Medicine Cirste 2b-2cDurham, NC 27710
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Duke University Hospital

2301 Erwin RdDurham, NC 27705

Emory University Hospital Midtown

550 Peachtree St NeAtlanta, GA 30308

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Dr. Edward Po-Chung Chen, MDSiddhant ThukralDr. Audrey Sheu KhouryDr. William Lee Weibley JR.
Thoracic SurgeryVascular & Interventional RadiologyThoracic SurgerySurgery
Accepts New Patients
4.6 
34 Years of Experience 6 Years of Experience 7 Years of Experience 5 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish
Durham , NCDurham , NCChapel Hill , NCChapel Hill , NC
Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Missouri-Kansas City School Of Medicine Med School: University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill School Of Medicine Med School: University Of South Carolina School Of Medicine Greenville
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Edward Po-Chung Chen

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Edward Po-Chung Chen has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Edward Po-Chung Chen has the following 12 areas of expertise

  • Aneurysm
  • Cardiopulmonary Bypass (CPB)
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis
  • Diabetes Complications
  • Eye Diseases
  • Heart Disease (Myocardial Ischemia)
  • Heart Transplantation
  • Lung Transplantation
  • Retinal Disorders
  • Surgery
  • Varicose Veins
  • Vascular Malformations

Certifications, License, & Education

34 Years Experience

Dr. Edward Po-Chung Chen holds expired and active medical licenses in the states of North Carolina and Georgia.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of North Carolina that expired in 2026 and an active medical license in the state of Georgia that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Ucsf Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Duke University School Of Medicine in 1992.

NPI Number

Dr. Chen's NPI number is 1801985882.

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Which hospitals is Dr. Edward Chen affiliated with?
Dr. Edward Chen is affiliated with Emory Saint Josephs Hospital, Emory University Hospital Midtown, Duke University Hospital, Duke Regional Hospital, and Duke Medicine Pavilion.

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