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Anna Kundel

Anna Kundel, MD

Endocrine Surgery

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4.9 of 5 stars175 ratings, 46 reviews
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Languages

  • English
  • Spanish
  • Russian

Gender

Female

About

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Bio

What are some of the specific conditions you treat?

Thyroid disease, thyroid nodules, thyroid cancer, hyperthyroidism, thyroid goiters, enlarged thyroid, thyroid biopsies, parathyroid disease, primary hyperparathyroidism, hypercalcemia, secondary hyperparathyroidism, tertiary hyperparathyroidism, parathyroid cancer, adrenal disease, adrenal nodules, adrenal cancer, lymph node enlargement, lymph node biopsies, soft tissue tumors, lipomas and sebaceous cysts.

What techniques or procedures do you use in your practice?

Radiofrequency ablation of thyroid nodules, thyroid surgery, total and partial thyroidectomy, thyroid biopsies, minimally invasive parathyroid surgery, parathyroid explorations, parathyroid re-implantation, laparoscopic adrenalectomy, open adrenalectomy, lymph node dissections, lymph node biopsies (fine needle and excisional), soft tissue excision (in office and in the operating room), lipoma excision and skin cyst excision.

Title(s)

Medical Director, Endocrine Surgery

Publications & Research

Bellorin O., Kundel A., Ni M., Litong D. Surgical management of gastrointestinal stromal tumors of the stomach. Journal of the Society of Laparoendoscopic Surgeons, 2014.Bellorin O., Kundel A., Ramirez-Valderrama A., and Castro A.

Gastrojejunal Anastomosis Perforation after Gastric Bypass on a Patient with Underlying Pancreatic Cancer: A Case Report and Review of the Literature.

Case Reports in Surgery, 2015.Bellorin O., Kundel A., Sharma S., Ramirez-Valderrama A., and Lee P. 

Training model for laparoscopic Heller and Dor fundoplication: a tool for laparoscopic skills training and assessment-construct validity using the GOALS score.

Surg Endoscopy, 2016.Erler P., Keutgen X.M., Crowley M.J., Zetoune T., Kundel A., Kleiman D., Beninato T., Scognamiglio T., Elemento O., Zarnegar R., Fahey T.J. 3rd.

Dicer expression and microRNA dysregulation associate with aggressive features in thyroid cancer.

Surgery, 2014. Keutgen X.M., Buitrago D., Filicori F., Kundel A., Elemento O., Fahey T.J. 3rd, and Zarnegar R. 

Calcimimetics versus parathyroidectomy for treatment of primary hyperparathyroidism: retrospective chart analysis of a prospective database.

Annals of Surgery, 2012.Kundel A., Pittock S.T., Thompson G.B., and Zhou Y. 

Advanced presentation of paediatric papillary thyroid cancer: a plea for heightened awareness.

Journal of Paediatrics and Child Health, 2014.Kundel A., Thompson G.B., Richards M.L., Qiu L.X., Cai Y., Schwenk F.W., Lteif A.N., Pittock S.T., Kumar S., Tebben P.J., Hay I.D., Grant C.S.

Pediatric endocrine surgery: a 20-year experience at the Mayo Clinic.

Journal of Clinical Endocrinolology and Metabolism, 2014.Kundel A., Zarnegar R., Kato M., Moo T.A., Zhu B., Scognamiglio T., Fahey T.J. 3rd. 

Comparison of microarray analysis of fine needle aspirates and tissue specimen in thyroid nodule diagnosis.

Diagnostic Molecular Patholology, 2010.Moo T.A., Umunna B., Kato M., Butriago D., Kundel A., Lee J.A., Zarnegar R., Fahey T.J. 3rd. 

Ipsilateral versus bilateral central neck lymph node dissection in papillary thyroid carcinoma.

Annals of Surgery, 2009.

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Locations

  1. VMG Endocrine Surgery - Paramus

    Expertise

    Education

    The Mayo Clinic

    Fellowship, Endocrine & Metabolic Surgery, 2013

    New York Hospital-Cornell Medical Center

    Residency, General Surgery, 2012

    Weill Cornell Medical Center-Presbyterian Hospital

    Fellowship, Endocrinology, 2009

    Tufts University School Of Medicine

    Doctor of Medicine, 2006

    Board Certifications

    Surgery

    American Board of Surgery, 2013

    Ratings & Reviews

    4.9 out of 5

    175 ratings, 46 reviews

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      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/28/2025

      Dr Kundel and her staff are knowledgeable, friendly, and always have pleasant words

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/28/2025

      This was a positive medical experience. Dr. Kundel and Assistant [...] were pleasant and professional.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/11/2025

      Really good

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/7/2025

      Dr. Kundel had such a beautiful aura about her. Considering I was there for [...] cancer, she made the appointment so pleasant by taking the time to hear me out and explain everything in the present and future in detail. [...] So thankful my Endo recommended Dr. Kundel.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/24/2025

      I felt comfortable talking with her and with the biopsy procedure!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/22/2025

      Loved her!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/6/2025

      All went well.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/27/2024

      I was extremely nervous prior to seeing Dr. Anna Kundel

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/25/2024

      Dr. Kundel is a consummate professional.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/21/2024

      Dr. Kundel is not only skilled at what she does but pleasant and friendly. She listens when you talk.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/19/2024

      Dr Kundel is a true professional, everything you could ask for in a physician. She took the time to explain my condition, treatment options, and help us arrive at a sensible plan. On the day of surgery, she was informative, friendly, confident, and professional.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/4/2024

      Great

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/29/2024

      Dr. Kundel was exceptional regarding all facets of this initial visit and consultation.

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

      Amazing surgeon and team, highly skilled with great bedside manner. [...]

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/23/2024

      Dr Kundel is not only a skilled physician, she is kind and understanding. She takes time to explain and makes sure you understand what she is telling you

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/22/2024

      Dr Anna Kundel is phenomenal. Amazing doctor who cares for her patients and she was honest from the very visit with her and the care she at the hospital was great.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/17/2024

      Dr. Kundel was great. I felt comfortable with her and her care. Very caring & friendly. Staff very nice.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/15/2024

      The doctor was extremely knowledgeable & was extremely nice and comforting!

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

      The Dr was very helpful in explaining the cure thyroid issue.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/29/2024

      Dr. Kundel is a great doctor, I'm very thankful with her

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/25/2024

      Dr. Kundel is an excellent doctor, my first time meeting her. Great communicator, she explained in detail about my results and my surgery. I left there knowing I'm in good hands.

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

      My confidence in Dr Kundel is immeasurable. And she justified it with a perfectly executed parathyroid surgery yesterday.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/11/2024

      I feel much more at ease after meeting with Dr. Kundel. She answered all my questions and explained things thoroughly and considerately.

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

      Dr. was informative and pleasant.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/28/2024

      Dr Kundel was very clear and informative from start to surgery. Questions were answered and her bedside manner is top. Her staff clearly takes her lead!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/28/2024

      Dr. Anna Kundel is the best person and professional very worried about how is my recovery always ready to listen to me

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

      Totally wonderful experience. Really was put at ease.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/6/2024

      Dr. Kundel is an excellent communicator and she involved me completely in the discussion

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/6/2024

      I loved Dr Kundel

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/16/2024

      Dr. Kundel Will be performing surgery and assured me that everything would be great and that I would feel much better afterwards. She explained everything thoroughly and then set me up with [...] to set up my surgery date. [...] was extremely helpful and informative.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/9/2024

      Dr. Kundel made me feel heard and spent time answering all my questions. She made sure I understood everything!

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

      Dr Kundel was SO informative and without overwhelming me. She covered everything! And listened to/answered my questions. I'm so convinced she'll give me optimal care

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/26/2024

      Very professional and caring

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

      I'm extremely pleased!

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

      Excellent doctor. Clear discussion & easily answered any questions

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

      Dr Kundel was very understanding about my needs.

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

      Dr. Kundel was wonderful. I feel confident that I am in extremely good hands.

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

      Excellent

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

      Good

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

      I am very impressed with the doctor.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/20/2024

      Everything was explained clearly so a person not knowledgeable could clearly understand

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/19/2024

      The Dr was excelente, she explained things and answered my questions

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/12/2024

      I would recommend Dr. A. Kundel to my friends and family. I like Dr. Kundel better than Dr. [...] who recommended her for my surgery.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/12/2024

      As far as my appointment went I could not ask for any better.

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

      Dr. Kundel and the entire staff all exhibit a great mix of professionalism and personal skills. Very professional, skilled and knowledgeable but not to the point of being dry and impersonal. Personable but not to the point of being your buddy and not your doctor. Perfect mix.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/1/2024

      Dr. Kundel is a very impressive doctor. I'm glad I was referred to her and trust my health is in very good and capable hands.