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Edward S. Chen

Edward S. Chen, MD

Pulmonology

Accepting New Patients
4.9 of 5 stars133 ratings, 48 reviews

Highlights

Languages

  • Chinese
  • Chinese - Mandarin
  • English

Gender

Male

Johns Hopkins Affiliations:

  • Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Faculty

About Edward S. Chen

Professional Titles

  • Medical Director, Pulmonary Rehabilitation Unit
  • Medical Director, Respiratory Care Services, Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center

Primary Academic Title

Assistant Professor of Medicine

Background

Dr. Chen practices Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine. His primary area of interest is sarcoidosis, and he has extensive experience in the diagnosis and treatment of sarcoidosis in all of its forms, and the management of consequences of this systemic disease.

The Sarcoidosis Clinic often serves to coordinate management of patients with multi-organ involvement with sarcoidosis, and to this end Dr. Chen actively maintains clinical and research collaborations with Cardiology, Cardiovascular Nuclear Medicine, Neurology, and Ophthalmology.

Additionally, Dr. Chen participates as a Physician Champion in the Johns Hopkins Health System Epic project to improve the safety and quality of care of critically ill patients through optimization of the electronic medical record. His work involves developing systems-based approaches to complex management issues, including sepsis and severe alcohol withdrawal.

Contact for Research Inquiries

5501 Hopkins Bayview Cir
JHAAC Room 4A.60
Baltimore, MD 21224

sarcoidosisresearch@jhmi.edu

Research Interests

Bleomycin induced pulmonary fibrosis, Clinical and translational research in sarcoidosis, Granulomatous inflammation

Lab Website

Edward Chen Lab

  • Research efforts in the Edward Chen Lab focus on bleomycin-induced pulmonary fibrosis and granulomatous inflammation as well as clinical and translational studies in sarcoidosis. 

Research Summary

Dr. Chen’s research focus has been on the etiopathogenesis of sarcoidosis, with a goal to identify mechanisms that drive disease activity. He has participated in the initial studies demonstrating an important role for antigens as a trigger of immune system activity in sarcoidosis. Additionally, he played an important role in the identification of serum amyloid A as an innate ligand that preferentially enhances and sustains inflammatory responses in sarcoidosis. Ongoing projects include a longitudinal study of immune system responses in pulmonary sarcoidosis, and the use of computer-assisted imaging to evaluate initial treatment of pulmonary sarcoidosis.

Locations

  1. Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center
    • 5501 Hopkins Bayview Circle, Allergy & Asthma Center, 2nd Floor, Baltimore, MD 21224
    • Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center
      • 4940 Eastern Avenue, Bayview Medical Offices, Level 01 (G), Clinic 6, Baltimore, MD 21224

      Expertise

      Education

      Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center

      Fellowship, Pulmonary Medicine, 2003

      Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine

      Fellowship, Pulmonary Diseases, 2002

      New York-Presbyterian Columbia

      Residency, Internal Medicine, 1997

      Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine

      Medical Education, MD, 1994

      Board Certifications

      Critical Care Medicine

      American Board of Internal Medicine, 2023

      Pulmonary Disease

      American Board of Internal Medicine, 2022

      Internal Medicine

      American Board of Internal Medicine, 2017

      Insurance

      Johns Hopkins providers accept various commercial health insurance plans. However, they may not be included in all of an insurance company's plans or offerings. This may include Exchange, Medicaid, Medicare, and specific limited benefit plans. Exceptions to participation also exist based on your employer’s benefits package and the provider's location or specialty. Please contact your insurer directly to make sure your doctor is covered by your plan. For more details, please review our Insurance Information.
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      • 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

      133 ratings, 48 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 4.8 out of 5 stars
      Provider Listened Carefully
      Average provider Provider Listened Carefully rating 4.9 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 4.7 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 4.9 out of 5 stars
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        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 2/6/2025

        Very Good provider.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 1/28/2025

        Very thorough, asked many questions. Provided information in a way I could understand.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 12/11/2024

        My provider took his time to gather information, to ask questions and do physical check ups as well.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 12/10/2024

        Very knowledgeable and concern to give me the best recommendation.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 12/5/2024

        Excellent and caring human being.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/20/2024

        Very kind

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/7/2024

        Ouitstanding Phyisian explained things weel and and listened to me

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/7/2024

        Always very professional and personable.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/31/2024

        He was patient and thorough. Very knowledgeable of medical history. He communicates well.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/28/2024

        Dr. Chen is excellent. I haven't had an appointment in a while so I took virtual appointment that was available.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/23/2024

        Very good doctor

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/10/2024

        Dr. Chen is very professional and thorough. Excellent provider.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/3/2024

        Very good and thorough. He covered everything.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/2/2024

        Dr. Chen's knowledge and competence in the field (sarcodosis) is nationally known. I am fortunate to be under his care!

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/24/2024

        Dr Edward is a careful and thoughtful listener, patiently answered all of my questions, was very clear about next steps, and immediately ordered the various scans, tests, and f/u visits he recommended during my visit.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/19/2024

        Dr. Chen was very thorough and I appreciate how he talked with me about my medical issues and described the next step for medication.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/18/2024

        Excellent Specialty Doctor.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/18/2024

        Dr. Chen Is always courteous and informative

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/12/2024

        Dr Chen is an amazing doctor. He listens careful and he care a lot about helping the patient get answers.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/10/2024

        I value Dr. Chen's medical background and experience and his empathic approach. He truly listens to his patients and isn't dismissive when my symptoms don't line up with known causes.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 8/29/2024

        Dr Chen is an amazing physician! He is kind, patient, compassionate and very professional. I fly up from Florida to see him, because he Is exceptional!

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 8/27/2024

        Dr Chen was very attentive and explained my condition to me and my wife in layman's terms so that we understood his illness and what he intended to do to treat me.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/31/2024

        Dr Chen was very thorough in my second opinion consultation. He integrated my clinical to form his treatment plan for me.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/29/2024

        Dr Chen was very thorough, professional and knowledgeable.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/23/2024

        Dr. Chen is very thorough and listens to you concerns. He is willing to listen to your questions and give feedback.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/10/2024

        Excellent

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/10/2024

        Highly recommend Dr Chen. He cares.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/9/2024

        First time appointment and he was were thorough and informative.

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

        Dr Chen has always been thorough and professional. He always takes the time to explain everything in detail.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/1/2024

        Dr. Chen was very knowledgeable.He asked lots of questions to understand my medical history,it was very refreshing.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 6/27/2024

        Dr Chen is great. Explains things to me so I understand. Also provides options

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 6/27/2024

        appreciated the thorough explanation of issues and the reasons for the various tests ordered. I also appreciated the willingness to work around some issues I have with schedule.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 6/17/2024

        We were pleasantly surprised by the amount of the time the provider spent with us. Tests were done immediately so that we did not need to make a trip to return.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 6/10/2024

        The first time being a John Hopkins and meeting Dr Chen. It was amazing the questions he asked me about my past and childhood illnesses. How thorough he was in the questions he asked so as to better figure out what was going on with me. I feel very confident that Dr. Chen and his team will determine a cause for my continued illnesses.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 6/10/2024

        Kind efficient professional caring

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 6/6/2024

        Very concerned and genuine!!!

        3 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 6/5/2024

        Dr. Chen does not agree with me that there is acute and chronic Sarcoidosis or with my evaluation of my history of Sarcoidosis flare ups. He has been very generous with his time to answer my questions via My Chart.

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

        Dr Chen is a great listener and he really cares for me as a patient.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 5/10/2024

        Really professional and attentive, clearly an expert with outstanding humanistic qualities.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 5/6/2024

        Communication with local doctor could be better.

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

        Very professional, knowledgeable, thoughtful and attentive. Treated me as a person. Listened and asked questions (beyond a form).

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

        Most helpful knowledgeable and professional

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 4/24/2024

        Dr. Chen gave me the most thorough checkup I have ever experienced. His temperament is superb.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 4/18/2024

        Extremely knowledgeable & thorough. Simply one of the few best providers I have ever had.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 4/18/2024

        Dr. Edward Chen he is a great doctor. He is patient he listens he cares. He explain things where you can understand what he is telling you. That is very important. Thank you very much.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 4/17/2024

        Dr. Chen has treated my sarcoidosis since diagnosis in 2015. Referred to him by INOVA as he provides the "gold standard" of sarc knowledge/treatment in this area. I am fortunate and appreciative to be under his care.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 4/17/2024

        Dr. Chen is an excellent physician and a very kind person

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 4/10/2024

        The best