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Stephen C. Yang

Stephen C. Yang, MD

Thoracic Surgery

Accepting New Patients

32 Insurances Accepted

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Locations

  1. Johns Hopkins General Surgery
    • 601 North Caroline Street, Floor 8, Baltimore, MD 21287

    Expertise

    Education

    Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine

    Fellowship, Cardiothoracic Surgery, 1994

    University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston

    Residency, General Surgery, 1992

    University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center

    Fellowship, 1990

    University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston

    Residency, General Surgery, 1987

    Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine

    Medical Education, Medicine, MD, 1984

    Board Certifications

    Thoracic Surgery

    American Board of Thoracic Surgery, 1996

    Insurance

    Johns Hopkins providers participate in many commercial health insurance plans. To confirm coverage of your specific physician or provider, please contact your insurer directly. For more details, please review our Insurance Information.
    Search plans
    • Aetna
    • Amerigroup District of Columbia
    • AmeriHealth Caritas District of Columbia
    • Beech Street
    • Blue Cross Blue Shield Federal Employee Program (FEP)
    • CareFirst
    • Cigna
    • Evernorth Behavioral Health
    • First Health
    • Geisinger Health Plan
    • HealthSmart/Accel
    • Humana
    • JAI Medical Systems
    • Johns Hopkins Health Plans
    • Kaiser Permanente
    • KeyCare
    • Maryland Physicians Care
    • Medicaid Maryland
    • Medicaid Virginia
    • Medicare Maryland
    • MedStar Family Choice District of Columbia
    • MultiPlan
    • Pennsylvania's Preferred Health Networks (PPHN)
    • Point Comfort Underwriters
    • Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
    • Provider Partners Advantage HMO SNP Medicare Advantage
    • South Central Preferred (SCP)
    • Superior Vision
    • TRICARE (Humana Military East)
    • UnitedHealthcare
    • Veteran Affairs Community Care Network (Optum-VACCN)
    • Wellpoint (Amerigroup MD)

    Reviews

    4.9 of 5 stars

    213 Ratings, 70 Reviews

    The Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to physician related questions on the national CG-CAHPS Medical Practice patient experience survey through Press Ganey. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score. Comments are also gathered from our CG-CAHPS Medical Practice Survey through Press Ganey and displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.

    Overall Rating by Patient
    Average provider Overall Rating by Patient rating 4.9 out of 5 stars
    Provider Listened Carefully
    Average provider Provider Listened Carefully rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
    Provider Explained Things Clearly
    Average provider Provider Explained Things Clearly rating 4.9 out of 5 stars
    Provider Knew Medical History
    Average provider Provider Knew Medical History rating 4.9 out of 5 stars
    Provider Showed Respect
    Average provider Provider Showed Respect rating 4.9 out of 5 stars
    Provider Spent Enough Time
    Average provider Provider Spent Enough Time rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/7/2024

      Very knowledgeable. To the point which is what I like He shook . My hand

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/7/2024

      Dr Yang is the best doctor.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/29/2024

      I was referred to Dr. Yang by my PCP. Dr. Yang is very thorough, personable, friendly and kind. I believe he is precisely the Surgeon that can address and treat my pulmonary findings. I am comfortable with his advise and treatment plan. He has an outstanding reputation and I can certainly understand why his colleagues believe this to be the case. I feel very privileged to be receiving care from him!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/22/2024

      Very good

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/20/2024

      Dr. Yang was extremely thorough in his explanations and options. His competency was apparent and his bedside manner was excellent.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/15/2024

      Dr Yang did a good job of explaining what he thinks is a good way to resolve my condition.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/8/2024

      Very informative, friendly, yet professional.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/1/2024

      Doctor was excellent, he explained my situation very clearly and showed CT scan to help explain what was going on.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/18/2024

      He talks with you not down at you. He was very relaxed and didn't rush the telemed call. He is a good listener.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/18/2024

      Dr. Yang performed esophagectomy on me. He is extremely careful, highly skilled and very caring. I couldn't have asked for a better surgeon to perform this complex surgery, and I'm very grateful to have him as my surgeon.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/18/2024

      Dr. Yang had clearly reviewed my medical records from the referring doctor and previous test results. He explained a clear plan for my continued treatment which I am completely satisfied with

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/11/2024

      Very nice, very kind and very impressive.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/11/2024

      Obviously extraordinarily knowledgeable.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/26/2023

      I have very much respect for Dr. Yang

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/26/2023

      Dr Yang is not only a phenomenal surgeon but also the BEST on a patient/doctor level. He takes time to explain everything.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/19/2023

      Caring. Friendly and most of all he knows his business

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/14/2023

      Very knowledgeable

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/12/2023

      Dr. Yang himself was professional, friendly, explained nature of upcoming surgery well. Instilled confidence that he understood my condition and was decisive and clear with his recommendations.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/5/2023

      He's wonderful

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/5/2023

      Excellent

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/16/2023

      Dr Yang is wonderful

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/16/2023

      Very informative and easy to understand

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/7/2023

      I have been a patient for a long time. Glad dr Yang still at JH

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/7/2023

      Excellent communication

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/7/2023

      Great surgeon couldn't ask for better

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/19/2023

      Dr yang is a very special person

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/5/2023

      Dr Yang is a solid professional

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/5/2023

      He,was very good .

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/5/2023

      I feel very confident that I'm in good hands with an experienced and highly competent surgeon. There is excellent coordination between the pulmonologist and the surgeon, which is also very reassuring.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/21/2023

      This was my first time meeting Dr Yang and I feel he can and will meet my health needs.i

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/21/2023

      Knowledgeable, friendly,takes time to listen about my concerns

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/21/2023

      Dr. Yang is easy to communicate with!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/14/2023

      The surgeon was excellent in terms of explaining the procedure I am to undergo and addressing my concerns. He seeemed to be genuinely compassionate and took the time to address all of my concerns.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/12/2023

      We have total confidence in Dr Yang and his staff

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/7/2023

      Dr. Yang's the best!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/7/2023

      The best!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/5/2023

      Dr. S. Yang is the very best. I have complete confidence in him.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/17/2023

      Did a great job explaining situation and answering questions. I feel confident proceeding with care plan.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/27/2023

      He is the best.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/27/2023

      Excellent and very helpful

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/22/2023

      Dr. Yang and his staff were very thorough and professional as usual.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/20/2023

      Very helpful , patience And easy to talk to

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/15/2023

      Outstanding. Could not have gone better.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/15/2023

      Very knowledgeable and trustworthy also very friendly

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/14/2023

      The best !

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/12/2023

      Dr. Yang is very thorough,patient ,kind & great bed side manners

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/8/2023

      Extremely knowledgeable.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/6/2023

      The best

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/1/2023

      Dr Yang is the best

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/1/2023

      Very Good

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/1/2023

      Dr Yang is the best.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/1/2023

      Excellent

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/1/2023

      Dr. Yang and staff provide excellent follow-up evals after my surgery in Feburary 2013 also provided by Dr. Yang.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/24/2023

      Awesome!!!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/18/2023

      He provided the removal of lower lung lobe due to cancer tumor

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/17/2023

      Dr Yang is very Professional.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/17/2023

      So lucky to have Dr. Yang taking care of me

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/8/2023

      Always professonal and knowledgeable.

      3 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/5/2023

      Provider was pleasant, but dismissive and appeared annoyed to answer questions.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/3/2023

      Very thorough and knowledgable

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/1/2023

      Dr. Steven Yang is truly a blessing to me!!!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 5/15/2023

      This doctor is very compassionate, detailed oriented and clear in providing the information relative to my specific condition.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 5/7/2023

      DR. Yang is an excellent surgeon and doctor. He uses easy to understand terms when explaining medical things that I should know. He is a very caring person/doctor.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 5/6/2023

      Brilliant and outstanding bedside manner

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 5/1/2023

      Stephen is a good doctor. I trust him to perform surgery which is about the most trust I can get.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/30/2023

      I have been seeing him since he operated on me in 2014.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/29/2023

      I am extremely pleased that Dr. Yang has been on my case for approximately 5 years . His expertise and compassion is exemplary!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/27/2023

      Excellent

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/24/2023

      Having now completed my 23rd year of follow up with Dr. Yang, I would consider.my Interaction with him and staff almost a family affair. From original diagnosis to successful surgery, we have been able to recommend Dr. Yang and Hopkins to numerous friends in need of his and your services.