John G. Hunter, M.D.
- Specialties:
- Cancer and Blood Disorders, Digestive Health
- Special Interests:
- GI Tract - Upper (includes esophagus, stomach, gallbladder and biliary system) , Esophageal Cancer, Gastrointestinal Cancer
- Accepting Patients:
- Yes
- Languages:
- English
"I look forward every week to the day I spend in clinic with my patients before and after surgery. I enjoy getting to know about their interests, passions, trials and tribulations as well as their need for surgical treatment."
Biography
Dr. Hunter specializes in caring for patients with esophageal and gastrointestinal (digestive system) disease. He has advanced training in minimally invasive surgery and in treating esophageal and gastrointestinal diseases. In his spare time, Dr. Hunter enjoys spending time with his family. His kids schedules keep him very busy. When he does get some time to himself, he enjoys reading, golfing, skiing and biking.
Clinical Position
Chief of Surgery, OHSU ; Co-director, OHSU Digestive Health Center
Education
- Degree:
University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, 1981 -
Residency:
Surgery-University of Utah, Salt Lake City 1982-87 -
Fellowships:
Laser and Endoscopic Surgery, University of Utah, 1984
Surgery, Endoscopic Unit, Massachusetts General Hospital, 1987
Surgery, Pancreaticobiliary Endoscopy, University of Western Ontario, 1988 -
Certification:
American Board of Surgery 1988 (Recertified 1997, and 2006)
