Urs von Holzen, MD, MBA, FACS
About
Urs von Holzen is dedicated to fighting cancer as a surgical and thoracic oncologist. He is fellowship trained in surgical oncology and thoracic surgery. Dr. von Holzen specializes in minimally invasive techniques to remove cancer. In addition, he serves as the medical director for Goshen Center for Cancer Care.
Dr. von Holzen brings a tireless commitment to offering daily hope to patients with cancer, as well as cancer survivors and caregivers. He is committed to offering each patient unique, personal and customized care. As part of a multidisciplinary cancer care team, he ensures that patients receive treatment that fits their needs and maintains their quality of life.
Clinical Interest & Research
- Thoracic and esophageal cancers
- Gastrointestinal and pancreatic cancers
Techniques & Procedures
- Minimally invasive abdominal procedures
- Minimally invasive esophageal procedures
- Minimally invasive thoracic procedures
Education
Board Certified – Surgery, Complex Abdominal Surgery
Education and training:
Doctor of Medicine
The University of Zurich, Medical Department, Zurich, Switzerland
Business of Medicine Master of Business Administration
Indiana University, Kelley School of Business, Indianapolis, IN
Residency:
Surgery
University Hospital Basel, Basel, Switzerland
Fellowship:
Surgical Oncology
Fox Chase Cancer Center, Philadelphia, PA
Advanced Minimally Invasive Thoracic Surgery
Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA
Surgical Oncology Research
MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX
