Ana Ponce Kiess, MD, PhD
Radiation Oncology
Highlights
Johns Hopkins Affiliations:
- Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Faculty
About Ana Ponce Kiess
Primary Academic Title
Associate Professor of Radiation Oncology and Molecular Radiation Sciences
Background
Dr. Ana Kiess's clinical focus is on the treatment of prostate cancer and head and neck cancers with external beam radiotherapy and radiopharmaceutical therapies. Her research concentrates on the integration of new radiopharmaceutical therapies and dosimetry techniques into the clinic.
Dr. Kiess received her bachelors of science degree in chemical engineering from the University of Virginia, after which she obtained a doctorate of medicine and a doctorate of philosophy degree in biomedical engineering from Duke University. Following medical school, she matriculated to the resident staff at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, receiving extensive oncologic training and research experience. She also completed a postdoctoral research fellowship at Johns Hopkins University in the Department of Radiology.
Centers and Institutes
Recent News Articles and Media Coverage
On Target with Dr Akila Viswanathan - Rapid Evolution in Theranostics for Seminars in Radiation Oncology, Hopkins Medicine (April 20, 2021)
Additional Academic Titles
Associate Professor of Oncology, Assistant Professor of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
PubMed
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed?term=(Kiess%20AP%5BAuthor%5D)%20OR%20(Ponce%20AM%5BAuthor%5D)
Honors
- Theodore L. DeWeese Award in Innovative Research, 10/1/19
- Editor's Choice Award, Journal of Nuclear Medicine, 6/1/16
- Junior Brachytherapy Travel Award, World Congress of Brachytherapy., 1/1/12
- Eleanor Montague Distinguished Resident Award in Radiation Oncology, AAWR, 1/1/11
- Best Abstract Award, Dept of Radiation Oncology, 1/1/06
- Scholar in Training Travel Award, Radiation Research Society., 1/1/05
- Pre-Doctoral Research Fellowship, Dept of Defense Breast Cancer Program., 1/1/04
- Thesis Contest 2nd prize, University of Virginia School of Engineering., 1/1/01
- Medical Scientist Training Program Fellowship., 1/1/01
- Undergraduate Research Fellowship, University of Virginia., 1/1/99
- Achievement Scholar., University of Virginia, 1/1/97
Graduate Program Affiliations
Residency Program Director for Radiation Oncology
Memberships
- American Association for Women Radiologists, Member
- American Society for Radiation Oncology, Member
Professional Activities
ASTRO Theranostics Workshop, Organizer
Locations
- Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center
- 401 North Broadway Street, Weinberg BLDG, Floor-L1 (Lobby Level), Baltimore, MD 21287
- phone: 410-502-8000
- fax: 410-502-1419
- Sibley Memorial Hospital
- 5255 Loughboro Road Northwest, Washington, DC 20016
- phone: 410-502-8000
- fax: 202-919-2490
- Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center - Green Spring Station, Lutherville
- 10753 Falls Road, Pavilion II STE 145, Lutherville, MD 21093
- phone: 410-502-8000
- fax: 410-847-3805
Expertise
Education
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
Residency, Radiation Oncology, 2013Duke University School of Medicine
Medical Education, MD, 2008Duke University Hospital
Graduate School, PhD, 2008Board Certifications
Radiation Oncology
American Board of Radiology, 2014Insurance
- Aetna
- CareFirst
- Cigna
- First Health
- Geisinger Health Plan
- HealthSmart/Accel
- Humana
- Johns Hopkins Health Plans
- MultiPlan
- Pennsylvania's Preferred Health Networks (PPHN)
- Point Comfort Underwriters
- Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
- UnitedHealthcare
- Veteran Affairs Community Care Network (Optum-VACCN)
Ratings & Reviews
4.9 out of 5
48 ratings, 22 reviewsThe 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.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/12/2025
Ana Ponce Kiess is as dedicated and knowledgeable as Doctor could possibly be expected to be. EXCELLENT!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/5/2025
Outstanding
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/3/2025
I like my provider she's been very helpful to me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/27/2025
Dr. Kiess has been an excellent physician to me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/17/2025
I elected to see Dr. Kiess after very negative experiences with another urology practice. I am very glad I did. My experience with her was excellent in every way.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/8/2025
Doctor Kiess was very professional & liked dealing with her
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/4/2024
Dr Kiess Was absolutely wonderful. She was most generous with her time and answer every question I ask.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/13/2024
Dr. Kiess was very professional and explained everything clearly and competently regarding my recent test results. She provided ample time for a two-way discussion regarding my questions and concerns. Dr. Kiess has establish a high degree of trust with me which is critical in my care. Thank you.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/25/2024
Very pleased with appointment
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/23/2024
I believe that the doctor that I saw gave me a thorough explanation about my condition and the treatment that I can take to get back to a sense of normalcy. She was very pleasant and gave me invaluable information about my treatment plan and follow up
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/27/2024
Excellent in all areas
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/20/2024
Very professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/9/2024
This provider is always excellent in the services provided.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/23/2024
She was knowledgeable, courteous and explained in detail. Answered all the questions
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/2/2024
The Doctor made me feel comfortable moving forward with my treatments
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/17/2024
Excellent customer service!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/17/2024
Extremely thorough, professional and friendly.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/12/2024
Very personable. Options were identified and a clear recommendation was given.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/21/2024
Long delay from taking vitals to seeing MD
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/15/2024
Dr. Keiss and Intern were excellent. They were very professional and explained everything well. They also considered my opinion in throughout our entire visit. Moreover, they gave me confidence that we were on the right course In my treatment.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/13/2024
Always explains things in a logical and easy to understand manner. Takes the time to listen, address and act on concerns that arise during treatment. Definately a credit to the Hopkins system!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/3/2024
Dr. Kiess was very informative, very knowledgeable, listened well and had all the answers to my questions!!