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Kimberly S. Kirkwood, MD
Gastrointestinal Surgical Oncology • Pancreatobiliary Diseases- Telehealth Visits
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Kimberly S. Kirkwood, MD
Gastrointestinal Surgical Oncology • Pancreatobiliary Diseases- Telehealth Visits
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About me
Dr. Kimberly Kirkwood specializes in treating pancreatic cancer as well as tumors of the stomach, spleen, gallbladder, bile duct and gastrointestinal tract. She is an expert in applying minimally invasive techniques to treat abdominal tumors and has a particular interest in improving outcomes for patients after pancreas surgery.
Kirkwood's research focuses on understanding how pancreatic cancer develops at a cellular level.
Kirkwood earned her medical degree at the University of Pennsylvania. At Massachusetts General Hospital, she completed a residency in general surgery, followed by a fellowship in advanced general surgery with a focus on pancreatic surgery. She also completed a three-year surgical research fellowship in diseases of the liver and biliary tract at the University of California, Los Angeles.
Kirkwood is active in many national societies, including the Pancreas Club, Society for Surgery of the Alimentary Tract, Association for Academic Surgery and Society of University Surgeons.
Education & training
Board certification
- Surgery, American Board of Surgery
Fellowship
- Gastroenterology, Harbor / UCLA Medical Center
Residency
- General Surgery, Massachusetts General Hospital GME
Internship
- General Surgery, Massachusetts General Hospital GME
Degree
- MD, University of Pennsylvania
Academic title
- Professor-in-Residence
My expertise
Locations
My research
Publications
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- June 20, 20265 out of 5 Stars
Dr. Kirkwood and her team are fabulous.
- June 11, 20264.8 out of 5 Stars
Good
- May 5, 20265 out of 5 Stars
Receiving excellent care from Dr. Kimberly Kirkwood from day one(2014) and your hospital is/will always be my #1 choice!
- April 17, 20265 out of 5 Stars
It had been two years since I saw Dr. Kirkwood and her friendly greeting was comforting. Her communication and listening skills are excellent that I appreciate.
- February 24, 20265 out of 5 Stars
Very pleased that the doctor/surgeon exercised caution by not scheduling a procedure that is not required at this time.
- January 5, 20265 out of 5 Stars
Dr. Kirkwood was exceptionally nice and put me at ease during my exam and discussion of my options.
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