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Hueylan Chern

MD

Colorectal surgeon

Dr. Hueylan Chern is a colorectal surgeon at UCSF Medical Center. She specializes in minimally invasive procedures for conditions such as colorectal cancer, inflammatory bowel disease and diverticular disease. She has expertise in endorectal ultrasound, transanal endoscopic microsurgery and sphincter-preserving operations.

In research, Chern's interests include endorectal ultrasound and colorectal cancer.

Chern earned her medical degree at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey (UMDNJ). She completed general surgery training at Brown University and a fellowship in colorectal surgery at UMDNJ, followed by additional oncology training at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center.

  • Education

    University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey School of Medicine, 2002

  • Residencies

    Warren Alpert School of Medicine-Borwn University, Surgery, 2007

  • Fellowships

    University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey , Colon and Rectal Surgery, 2008

    Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, Transrectal Ultrasound , 2009

  • Board Certifications

    Colon and Rectal Surgery, American Board of Colon and Rectal Surgery

    Surgery, American Board of Surgery

  • Academic Title

    Associate Professor

  • Languages

    Chinese

Where I see patients (1)

    My reviews

    4.7

    Overall Experience
    141 Ratings
    About our process
    Oct 28, 2023
    Dr. Chern is caring and professional a nice combination
    Sep 23, 2023
    The doctor recapped the exam but I was hoping to see that summary in the after visit summary. For example did she have an estimate on size of tumor. She tried to answer all of our questions but she did not want to over step questions I should get from my oncologist and I understand that.
    Aug 22, 2023
    This provider seems to have a personality issue. I don't think she really tried to be callous but it came across that way. She seemed most interested in trying to force her point of view and not take mine into consideration. I am also a physician and therefore I would've expected more respect from my opinion then she was willing to share.
    Aug 06, 2023
    Dr Chern's patience in explaining the surgery is most appreciated.
    Jul 28, 2023
    Dr. Chern was professional but caring .
    Jul 14, 2023
    I felt very confident in Dr.Chern's approach.
    Jul 08, 2023
    Dr. Chern and staff is the best
    Jul 07, 2023
    Dr. Hueylan Chern was very pleasant and she truly listens. She was very empathetic and described my options to improve my medical situation. Dr. Chern is incredibly professional and caring.
    Jul 07, 2023
    Excellent service
    Jun 23, 2023
    She made me feel comfortable
    Jun 07, 2023
    Outstanding!
    Jun 04, 2023
    Dr. Chern is an experienced surgeon. There are several areas in which could be better about the experience I've had since being diagnosed with the fistula. First of all it feels like she believes living with a seton is the best option. I've always had to ask about my options. As a clinician myself working in neuro I've made the same mistakes as to assuming people's values and what would be best for someone's quality of life. She was pleasant and answered all my questions and is agreeable to what I decide but I don't feel she is trying to understand my priorities and looking into options. I also find it alarming that surgeons aren't able to speak to the state of the evidence as far as stem cells go. I understand it's difficult to stay up to date and they probably mostly are focused on cancer but fistula is still a major problem that is physically and mentally exhausting. As a clinician I've always prioritized following the research to solve complex problems and I also know that many clinicians do not. I would expect UCSF to be more knowledgeable about treatment options even if they're decades away.
    May 15, 2023
    From the moment Dr. Chern entered the room she showed no empathy towards my medical condition. After a rectal exam she said she could not treat me because I did not need a surgical treatment and she was a surgeon. Her response seemed very inappropriate. There must of been a better way to answer the situation. She indicated I would have to be referred which pleased me because I would not want to be treated by her.
    May 12, 2023
    No solutions offered!!!
    Apr 02, 2023
    Dr. Chern was so nice and very easy to talk to. I feel that she is a very good surgeon and knows what she is talking about but she is also very caring and took the time to explain to me the issues with my problem. She was attentive and didn't make me feel like she was in a hurry to be done with me.
    Feb 26, 2023
    She was phenomenal. Extremely knowledgable and the best provider I've ever seen in regards to the issue I'm trying to resolve. She was absolutely elite
    Dec 12, 2022
    One frustrating thing about the follow-up appointment is that there was no new information for the doctor to review and no specific next steps etc. Because my condition/infection had already been treated I'm not sure what the value of the follow-up referral was given that there were no new tests or procedures.
    Oct 10, 2022
    A written instruction of what I needed to do prior to surgery and why would have been helpful. After arriving home I struggled to remember what I needed to do. Also doctor should have asked me if I wanted to do follow up physical therapy locally where I live. Or at home. She assumed I would do this iat UCSF. A phone number would have been helpful to phone the therapy department. I'm not sure who or where I should make the appointment with.
    Sep 16, 2022
    Wish future appts could be scheduled sooner than later
    Sep 03, 2022
    Thanks
    Aug 07, 2022
    Very helpful getting me on the schedule and putting me on a cancellation list. She many times with me before I was released
    Aug 07, 2022
    Dr. Chern is solid and practical. She understand my misunderstandings and know how to assure me. She's very patient with me. She is very knowledgeable. And know how to explain to you why she feels her diagnose is accurate.
    Aug 03, 2022
    I give my care 150%. I always get questions answered and problems solved
    Jul 30, 2022
    I was told I would get information in the after visit summary. The AVS was several pages long and didn't include anything relevant to my condition or the upcoming surgery. It was basically a FAQ where all the answers to the questions were that it would be answered when the scheduler called me.
    May 01, 2022
    Dr. Chern is a phenomenal doctor and an amazing surgeon. I had the absolute pleasure of being in her care for almost a year and recently had to undergo surgery performed by Dr. Chern as well. She is very professional and has impeccable bedside manners. She definitely knows what she's doing and I couldn't have asked for a better surgeon and for a better experience. I 100% recommend Dr. Chern to anyone who's going to need surgery or even a consultation regarding any IBD issues.
    Apr 10, 2022
    I was told I would get a letter with recommendations for treatment and never did.
    Mar 25, 2022
    Happy to know that providers in your facility are knowledgeable n have concern for their patients
    Mar 09, 2022
    I don't think there is to much to be done

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