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Misop Han

Misop Han, MD

Urologic Oncology

Urology

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Johns Hopkins Affiliations:
  • Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Faculty

Languages

  • Korean
  • English

14 Insurances Accepted

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Gender

Male

About Misop Han

Professional Titles

  • David Hall McConnell Professor of Urology and Oncology
  • Medical Director, Credentials Committee, Johns Hopkins Hospital
  • Director, Urology Informatics

Primary Academic Title

Professor of Urology

Background

Dr. Misop Han is David Hall McConnell Professor of Urology and Oncology at the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine. Dr. Han is a urologist whose main clinical focus is in urological oncology with a special emphasis on prostate and kidney cancers. He specializes in robotic nerve-sparing prostatectomy and robotic nephrectomy.

Dr. Han received his undergraduate and medical degrees at Johns Hopkins. After an internship in surgery and residency in urology, also at Johns Hopkins, he worked as faculty at Northwestern University and Hospital in Chicago, Illinois. In 2006, he joined the Johns Hopkins faculty.

His research interests include the outcome of radical prostatectomy, medical robotics and prediction modeling (what happens to men following surgery for prostate cancer). He has published extensively in these subjects and has received international and national recognition for his research. He is actively involved in several clinical research projects with the database of more than 20,000 men who received surgery for prostate cancer at The Johns Hopkins Hospital.

He is a member of the American Urological Association and the American Medical Association.

Centers and Institutes

Additional Academic Titles

Professor of Oncology

Research Interests

Outcomes of Radical Prostatectomy, Urologic robotics

Research Summary

Dr. Han's research interests include urologic robotics, the outcome of radical prostatectomy and prediction modeling (what happens to men following surgery for prostate cancer). He has published extensively in these subjects. He is actively involved in several clinical research projects with the database of more than 20,000 men who received surgery for prostate cancer at The Johns Hopkins Hospital.

Dr. Han has received recognition for his research involving the outcome of surgery for prostate cancer and has received national awards for his research.

Selected Publications

  • Greene KL, Albertsen PC, Babaian RJ, Carter HB, Gann PH, Han M, Kuban DA, Sartor AO, Stanford JL, Zietman A, Carroll P. “Prostate specific antigen best practice statement: 2009 update.” J Urol. 2013 Jan;189(1 Suppl):S2-S11. doi: 10.1016/j.juro.2012.11.014.

  • Pierorazio PM, Lin BM, Mullins JK, Hyndman ME, Schaeffer EM, Han M, Partin AW, Pavlovich CP.: “Preoperative characteristics of men with unfavorable high-Gleason prostate cancer at radical prostatectomy.” Urol Oncol. 2011 Jun 9.

  • Pierorazio PM, Mullins JK, Eifler JB, Voth K, Hyams ES, Han M, Pavlovich CP, Bivalacqua TJ, Partin AW, Allaf ME, Schaeffer EM. “Contemporaneous comparison of open vs minimally-invasive radical prostatectomy for high-risk prostate cancer.” BJU Int. 2013 Jan 28. doi: 10.1111/j.1464-410X.2012.11757.x.

  • Sundi D, Jeong BC, Lee SB, Han M. “Optimizing the management of high-risk, localized prostate cancer.” Korean J Urol. 2012 Dec;53(12):815-20. doi: 10.4111/kju.2012.53.12.815. Epub 2012 Dec 20.

  • Tewari A, Han M. “Commentary: Robotic radical prostatectomy is an effective approach for treating localized prostate cancer-is it technique or technician?” J Urol. 2012 Dec;188(6):2212. doi: 10.1016/j.juro.2012.10.023.

Honors

  • Clinical Investigator Training Program Scholar, Northwestern University, 1/1/03
  • Prostate Cancer SPORE Career Development Award, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, 1/1/03
  • Pfizer Scholar in Urology, Johns Hopkins University, 1/1/02
  • Praecis Scholar in Urology, American Urological Association, 1/1/02
  • Second prize, Mid-Atlantic Section, Resident's essay contest in clinical research, "Prediction of biochemical (PSA) recurrence following radical prostatectomy for clinically localized prostate cancer.", American Urological Association, 1/1/02
  • Second prize, Resident's essay contest in clinical research, "Serum acid phosphatase level and biochemical recurrence following radical prostatectomy for men with clinically localized prostate cancer.", American Urological Association, 1/1/02
  • First prize, Resident's essay contest in clinical research, "Ability of an artificial neural network predicts progression free survival for men with Gleason score 3+4 versus Gleason score 4+3 tumors following radical prostatectomy.", American Urological Association, 1/1/01
  • Third prize, Resident's essay contest in clinical research, American Urological Association, 1/1/00
  • Dean's List, School of Arts and Sciences, Johns Hopkins University, 1/1/88

Memberships

  • American Medical Association
  • American Urological Association
  • American Urological Association, North Central Section

Locations

  1. Johns Hopkins Outpatient Center
    • 601 North Caroline Street, Floor 4, Baltimore, MD 21287

    Expertise

    Education

    Northwestern University

    Graduate School, MS, 2005

    Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine

    Residency, Urology, 2002

    Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine

    Medical Education, MD, 1996

    Board Certifications

    Urology

    American Board of Urology, 2005

    Insurance

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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

    4.8 out of 5

    159 ratings, 61 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 4.8 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 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/22/2025

      Excellent.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/16/2025

      Everything was fine

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/9/2025

      Dr. Han is a very gentle and thoughtful provider. His nurse [staff] is also very good and is usually prompt and thorough with communications.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/9/2025

      Dr Han is patient and very knowledgeable about prostate cancer. He takes his time and treats you well. He listened and made the best choice on how to move forward taking in consideration other health concerns. He guided me in the right path to sustain quality and life expectancy

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

      Very pleased to have Dr. Han as my physician!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/27/2024

      Dr. Han was great. Very patient and answered all of my questions.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/21/2024

      Very Good

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

      My only criticism was that Dr. Han had not come into my appointment prepared and had to ask me questions and/or read the materials in front of me. Because of this I will go to another practice.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/30/2024

      Nice person

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/24/2024

      Listened & was very informative as well as & caring

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/24/2024

      Misop was communicated to us very well. He knew how to read the room and adjust to de-stress this process. We left feeling peaceful knowing that I would be in good hands.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/17/2024

      Dr Han was very friendly and easy to talk with. He was very informative and able to answer all of our questions.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/17/2024

      I have trust and confidence in Dr. Misop Han. He appears very experienced, professional, and confident in his evaluation.

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

      Doctor Han and the nurse was very profesdional and knowledable.

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

      Very impressed with Dr. Han; if he did in bore biopsy, I would definitely have him do my procedure.

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

      Dr. Han is tremendous. He listens and responds thoughtfully and knowledgeably. Would and have recommended him.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/26/2024

      He is very expert and professional.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/25/2024

      This was my first visit with Dr. Han. While it was determined during the visit that he was not the person to assist me going forward he was very helpful on recommendation for next steps

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

      [ ] amd Dr. Han were provided excellent care and concern for my issue.

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

      Good Job

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

      Both Nurse [ ] and Dr. Han are true caring professionals.

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

      Dr. Misop Han EXCELLENT!

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

      Kind and informative.

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

      Dr. Han and his nurse were wonderful! They treated me with care and consideration for what I am emotionally experiencing, as well as physically. I was treated with compassion.

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

      He was very good. So much better than my old provider.

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

      Dr. Han was great. Patient and thoughtful and answered every question and provided great information and detail. This was a nerve racking experience and he calmed my nerves.

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

      Dr. Han was VERY calm, professional and reassuring. A real,PRO.

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

      Knowledgeable and personable. Quite informative and relaxed visit to quell worries

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/22/2024

      Excellent surgeon. World expert in his specialty . Down to earth personality

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/22/2024

      Dr. Han was fantastic. Put us at ease with all of our questions.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/22/2024

      Very knowledgeable! Was genuinely concerned about the interaction my kidney stones were having on my recovery from prostatectomy.

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

      The provider is an excellentexpert in this particular field, and I am grateful for his opinion and advice.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/1/2024

      Listened well, communicated well

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/1/2024

      Excellent with explaining my procedures

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

      Excellent

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/18/2024

      Outstanding doctor Misop Han

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/18/2024

      J H employees took pride in their work

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

      Awesome. Very knowledgeable. Excellent communicator. Very empathetic.

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

      Highly recommended, provided needed information and plan going forward

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

      Dr Han Is a consummate professional. He was very thorough and clear in his assessment relative to my health. Great bedside manners.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/26/2024

      Professional, friendly and informative

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/13/2024

      Excellent

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

      Physician was initially polite and matter of fact about the risks of the procedure I was there to doscuss.

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

      Listened to me accordingly

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

      Confident in his abilities and what he told me.

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

      He was warm, thoughtful and thorough in explaining the severity of my condition.

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

      Courteous and on time.

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

      Excellence

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 5/16/2024

      Excellent, personal, professional help

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

      Dr Han carefully explained how he could treat my condition

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/25/2024

      Very professional

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/11/2024

      Dr Han was kind, thoughtful in his explanations, and he made sure we understood all options available. He took the time to answer all of our questions and he recommended a book for us to read that explains all options in layman's terms. He is an excellent, compassionate doc.Amanda, his nurse, definitely set a positive tone for my visit. She is extremely knowledgeable and was able to explain the surgical procedure and answer many questions that we had prior to us meeting with Dr Han.

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

      Felt like he was very knowledgeable about my problem

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

      Excellent

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

      Dr Han was professional, friendly, and helpful.

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

      The office visit was punctual and the doctor was very good in explaining the procedure. The doctor was compassionate and caring.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/28/2024

      Dr, Han is a concerned and informed provider.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/21/2024

      Very thoughtful and thorough

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/21/2024

      Very nice answered my questions

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

      Dr. Misop Han is the best at what he does and takes the time to explain your condition and options. Second type of cancer and Dr. Misop is who I trust with my life. From [state] and I would travel around the world to see him.

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

      Excellent