Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sunwoo, Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon in Stanford, CA?
Dr. John Sunwoo, MD is a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, who primarily practices in Stanford, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Sunwoo completed his residency at Washington U/B-Jh/Slch Conc, Otolaryngology Univ Ca Davis Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Sunwoo is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sunwoo’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sunwoo’s office at (650) 725-6500.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Sunwoo?
Dr. John Sunwoo, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Sunwoo empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Head & Neck Cancer, Melanoma-Head & Neck, Thyroid & Parathyroid Cancer & Surgery, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Stanford, CA community, Dr. Sunwoo is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Sunwoo go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: National Institutes of Health MD | National Institutes of Health
Residency: Washington U/B-Jh/Slch Conc, Otolaryngology Univ Ca Davis Med Ctr, General Surgery | Washington University School Of Medicine
Medical School: Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis | Washington Center / School of Medicine
Is Dr. Sunwoo board certified as a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. John Sunwoo, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology , American Board of Otolaryngology since 2004
What languages does Dr. Sunwoo speak?
Dr. Sunwoo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon like Dr. Sunwoo typically treat?
As a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Dr. Sunwoo diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Sunwoo. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Melanoma of Scalp or Neck
- Melanoma
- Facial Melanoma
- Scalp Melanoma
- Neck Melanoma
- Skin Cancer of Scalp
- Skin Cancer of Neck
- Malignant Melanoma
- Skin Cancer (Melanoma)
- Cutaneous Melanoma
- Black Skin Cancer
- Malignant Facial Melanoma
- Skin Cancer of Face
- Melanoma on Face
ICD-10 Codes:
- C434: Malignant melanoma of scalp and neck
- C439: Malignant melanoma of skin, unspecified
- C4330: Malignant melanoma of unspecified part of face
- C4339: Malignant melanoma of other parts of face
Also known as:
- Thyroid Cancer
- Thyroid Carcinoma
- Malignant Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Gland Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C73: Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland
Also known as:
- Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Disease
- Benign Thyroid Nodule
- Solitary Thyroid Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule
Also known as:
- Merkel Cell Carcinoma
- Skin Cancer
- Merkel Cell Carcinoma Treatment (PDQ®)
- MCC
- Neuroendocrine Carcinoma of the Skin
- Aggressive Skin Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C4A9: Merkel cell carcinoma, unspecified
Also known as:
- Oral Cancer
- Tongue Cancer
- Mouth Cancer
- Malignant Neoplasm of Tongue
ICD-10 Codes:
- C029: Malignant neoplasm of tongue, unspecified
What procedures does a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon like Dr. Sunwoo typically perform?
As a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Dr. Sunwoo performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Sunwoo. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Deep Neck Lymph Node Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Cervical Lymph Node Excision
- Open Neck Lymph Node Biopsy
- Deep Cervical Node Removal
CPT Codes:
- 38510: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); open, deep cervical node(s)
Also known as:
- Sentinel Lymph Node Mapping
- Lymph Node Identification
- Sentinel Node Biopsy (Mapping)
- Dye Injection for Lymph Nodes
CPT Codes:
- 38900: Intraoperative identification (eg, mapping) of sentinel lymph node(s) includes injection of non-radioactive dye, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Removal of One Side of Thyroid Gland
- Unilateral Thyroid Lobectomy
- Thyroid Lobe Removal
- Partial Thyroidectomy
- Isthmusectomy
CPT Codes:
- 60220: Total thyroid lobectomy, unilateral; with or without isthmusectomy
Also known as:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Also known as:
- Flexible Diagnostic Laryngoscopy
- Voice Box Exam
- Flexible Laryngoscope
- Throat Scope
- Diagnostic Throat Exam
CPT Codes:
- 31575: Laryngoscopy, flexible; diagnostic
Also known as:
- Skin Flap Surgery (Medium)
- Tissue Rearrangement Surgery
- Local Flap Surgery
- Skin Graft (Adjacent Tissue)
CPT Codes:
- 14301: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, any area; defect 30.1 sq cm to 60.0 sq cm
Also known as:
- Skin Flap Surgery (Medium Size)
- Adjacent tissue transfer
- Local flap surgery
- Skin rearrangement
CPT Codes:
- 14041: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; defect 10.1 sq cm to 30.0 sq cm
Also known as:
- Full Thickness Skin Graft (Small Area)
- Free skin graft
- Skin transplant
- Dermal graft
CPT Codes:
- 15220: Full thickness graft, free, including direct closure of donor site, scalp, arms, and/or legs; 20 sq cm or less
Does Dr. Sunwoo accept my insurance?
Dr. Sunwoo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 725-6500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sunwoo accept in Stanford, CA?
Dr. Sunwoo in Stanford, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
AllCare Health
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Sunwoo's office located?
Recognitions
Castle Connolly Doctor’s Choice Awards
Doctor’s Choice - 2025
Among the most nominated for the Castle Connolly Top Doctor recognition in 2025
Awards
Best Doctors, Inc.
Top Doctors, Castle Connolly
Faculty Teacher of the Year, Dept. of Otolaryngology, Stanford Univer
Best Doctors in America
K08 Award, National Institutes of Health
Chief Resident Teaching Award, Washington University
Alpha Omega Alpha, Washington University
Young Investigator Award, American Head and Neck Society
Resident Research Award, Washington University
Louis and Dorothy Kovitz Prize in Surgery, Washington University
Sigma Xi, Brown University
Publications
Epstein-Barr Virus Nuclear Antigen 1
, 2014
Targeting CD137 enhances the efficacy of cetuximab.
Cancer immunosurveillance and immunoediting by tural killer cells.
, 2013
Modulation of tural killer cell antitumor activity by the aryl hydrocarbon receptor
, 2013
Epigenetically mediated pathogenic effects of phenthrene on regulatory T cells.
, 2013
Identification of human NK cells that are deficient for sigling adaptor FcR gamma
, 2012
CD44+cells have cancer stem cell-like properties in sopharyngeal carcinoma
, 2012
The manipulation of tural killer cells to target tumor sites using magnetic noparticles
, 2012
Effect of stimulation of tural killer cells with an anti-CD137 mAb on the efficacy of trastuzumab
The CD47-sigl regulatory protein alpha
, 2012
Targeted endoscopic salvage sopharyngectomy for recurrent sopharyngeal carcinoma
, 2012
Distal-less homeobox transcription factors regulate development
, 2008
HLA alleles determine differences in human tural killer cell responsiveness and potency
, 2008
Spontaneous regression of cutaneous head and neck melanoma
, 2008
Mycotic pseudoaneurysm of the interl maxillary artery - Case report and review of the literature
, 2007
Arrested tural killer cell development associated with transgene insertion into the Atf2 locus
, 2006
Inhibition of nuclear factor-kappa B
, 2005
Licensing of tural killer cells by host major histocompatibility complex class I molecules
, 2005
Nuclear factor-kappa B is an important modulator of the altered gene expression profile
, 2004
Effects of pharmacologic antagonists of epidermal growth factor receptor
, 2002
Concurrent paclitaxel and radiation in the treatment of locally advanced head and neck cancer
, 2001
Multiple regions of deletion on chromosome arm 13q in head-and-neck squamous-cell carcinoma
, 1999
Chromosome 8 allelic loss
, 1996
CELL-CYCLE OSCILLATION OF PHOSPHATASE INHIBITOR
, 1990
Epstein-Barr Virus Nuclear Antigen 1
, 2014
Targeting CD137 enhances the efficacy of cetuximab.
Cancer immunosurveillance and immunoediting by natural killer cells.
, 2013
Modulation of natural killer cell antitumor activity by the aryl hydrocarbon receptor
, 2013
Impact of positron emission tomography
, 2013
Epigenetically mediated pathogenic effects of phenanthrene on regulatory T cells.
, 2013
Identification of human NK cells that are deficient for signaling adaptor FcR gamma
, 2012
CD44+cells have cancer stem cell-like properties in nasopharyngeal carcinoma
, 2012
The manipulation of natural killer cells to target tumor sites using magnetic nanoparticles
, 2012
Effect of stimulation of natural killer cells with an anti-CD137 mAb on the efficacy of trastuzumab
The CD47-signal regulatory protein alpha
, 2012
Targeted endoscopic salvage nasopharyngectomy for recurrent nasopharyngeal carcinoma
, 2012
ERK1/2 Regulation of CD44 Modulates Oral Cancer Aggressiveness
, 2012
A cisplatin-resistant subpopulation of mesenchymal-like cells in head
, 2011
Distal-less homeobox transcription factors regulate development
, 2008
Temporal Relationship Between Antitumor Necrosis Factor-alpha Antibody Therapy
, 2008
HLA alleles determine differences in human natural killer cell responsiveness and potency
, 2008
Spontaneous regression of cutaneous head and neck melanoma
, 2008
Mycotic pseudoaneurysm of the internal maxillary artery - Case report and review of the literature
, 2007
Arrested natural killer cell development associated with transgene insertion into the Atf2 locus
, 2006
Inhibition of nuclear factor-kappa B
, 2005
Licensing of natural killer cells by host major histocompatibility complex class I molecules
, 2005
Nuclear factor-kappa B is an important modulator of the altered gene expression profile
, 2004
Effects of pharmacologic antagonists of epidermal growth factor receptor
, 2002
Transcript map of the 8p23 putative tumor suppressor region
, 2001
IL (interleukin)-1 alpha promotes nuclear factor-kappa B and AP-1-induced IL-8 expression
, 2001
Novel proteasome inhibitor PS-341 inhibits activation of nuclear factor-kappa B, cell survival
, 2001
Coexpression of proangiogenic factors IL
, 2001
Concurrent paclitaxel and radiation in the treatment of locally advanced head and neck cancer
, 2001
Homozygous deletions define a region of 8p23.2 containing a putative tumor suppressor gene
, 1999
Multiple regions of deletion on chromosome arm 13q in head-and-neck squamous-cell carcinoma
, 1999
Constitutive activation of transcription factors NF-kappa B, AP-1
, 1999
Localization of a putative tumor suppressor gene in the sub-telomeric region of chromosome 8p
, 1999
Clinical correlations with allelotype in supraglottic squamous cancer
, 1998
Chromosome 8 allelic loss
, 1996
Evidence for multiple tumor suppressor genes on chromosome arm 8p in supraglottic laryngeal cancer
, 1996
CELL-CYCLE OSCILLATION OF PHOSPHATASE INHIBITOR
, 1990
What is Dr. Sunwoo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sunwoo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730107160.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sunwoo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sunwoo
What is Dr. John Sunwoo's specialty?
Dr. Sunwoo is a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon near Stanford, CA.
What does a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon do?
A Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon is a physician specialized in both aesthetic and reconstructive surgery of the face, head, and neck. These surgeons may come from different backgrounds, including plastic surgery or otolaryngology (ENT), with additional training focused on procedures specific to the facial area. They perform surgeries to enhance facial appearance (facial plastic surgery) and to restore function and appearance following trauma, congenital conditions, or disease (reconstructive surgery). Their expertise includes procedures such as facelifts, rhinoplasty, eyelid surgery, and reconstructive surgeries for patients with facial deformities or after accidents. The goal is to improve both the aesthetic and functional outcomes for patients.
Is this Dr. John Sunwoo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sunwoo is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is John Sunwoo accepting new patients in Stanford, CA?
Yes, Dr. John Sunwoo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Sunwoo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sunwoo's office at (650) 725-6500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Sunwoo?
Please contact Dr. Sunwoo's office at (650) 725-6500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. John Sunwoo have?
Dr. John Sunwoo is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.
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