Jennifer F. Tseng

Jennifer F. Tseng is a prominent American surgeon and academic known for her contributions to the field of surgical oncology. She is currently the Chief of Surgery at Boston Medical Center and the Chair of Surgery at the Boston University School of Medicine.

Early Life and Education[edit | edit source]

Jennifer F. Tseng was born and raised in the United States. She pursued her undergraduate studies at Stanford University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology. She then attended the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) for her medical degree, graduating with honors. Tseng completed her surgical residency at Massachusetts General Hospital, followed by a fellowship in surgical oncology at MD Anderson Cancer Center.

Career[edit | edit source]

Tseng began her academic career as an Assistant Professor of Surgery at Harvard Medical School and a surgical oncologist at Brigham and Women's Hospital. Her research primarily focuses on pancreatic cancer, gastric cancer, and health disparities in surgical outcomes. She has published numerous peer-reviewed articles and has been a principal investigator on several significant research grants.

In 2017, Tseng was appointed as the Chief of Surgery at Boston Medical Center and the Chair of Surgery at the Boston University School of Medicine. In these roles, she has been instrumental in advancing surgical education, research, and clinical care.

Research and Contributions[edit | edit source]

Jennifer F. Tseng's research has significantly impacted the understanding and treatment of pancreatic cancer and gastric cancer. Her work on health disparities has highlighted the importance of equitable healthcare access and outcomes. Tseng has also been involved in developing clinical guidelines and protocols to improve surgical care and patient safety.

Awards and Honors[edit | edit source]

Throughout her career, Tseng has received numerous awards and honors, including:

The American Surgical Association Fellowship
The Society of Surgical Oncology Clinical Investigator Award
The Association for Academic Surgery Research Award

Personal Life[edit | edit source]

Jennifer F. Tseng is married and has two children. She is an advocate for work-life balance and mentorship in the medical profession.

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