Meet Thoracic Surgeon David Jones
Meet Thoracic Surgeon David Jones
David R. Jones, MD
Surgeon
Titles
Chief, Thoracic Service, Department of Surgery; Co-Director, Druckenmiller Center for Lung Cancer Research; Fiona and Stanley Druckenmiller Chair in Lung Cancer; Executive Vice-Chair, Department of Surgery
Clinical Expertise
Lung and Esophageal Cancers; Thymic Malignancies; Pulmonary Metastases; Germ Cell Tumors, Mediastinal Tumors, Tumors of the Trachea and Bronchus, Minimally Invasive Surgery; Video-Assisted Thoracic Surgery (VATS); endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS)
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Dr. Jones accepts the following list of insurance providers. Select your insurance provider to see more details.
Payor Type: Commercial
In Network Coverage Type(s): HMO, EPO PPO, POS, Transplant
Payor Type: Medicare/Medicare Advantage
In Network Coverage Type(s): PPO
Payor Type: Commercial
In Network Coverage Type(s): HMO, PPO
Payor Type: Commercial
In Network Coverage Type(s): PPO, POS, EPO, HMO
Payor Type: Commercial
In Network Coverage Type(s): HMO, EPO PPO, POS
Payor Type: Medicaid/Managed Medicaid
In Network Coverage Type(s): HMO
Payor Type: Commercial
In Network Coverage Type(s): Supplemental
Payor Type: Commercial
In Network Coverage Type(s): PPO, POS, HMO
Payor Type: Commercial
In Network Coverage Type(s): POS, EPO, HMO
Payor Type: Commercial
In Network Coverage Type(s): PPO, POS, EPO, HMO
Payor Type: Medicaid/Managed Medicaid
In Network Coverage Type(s): HMO
Payor Type: Medicare/Medicare Advantage
In Network Coverage Type(s): PPO, HMO
Payor Type: Medicare/Medicare Advantage
In Network Coverage Type(s): PPO, HMO, DSN
Payor Type: Medicaid/Managed Medicaid
In Network Coverage Type(s): HMO
Payor Type: Commercial
In Network Coverage Type(s): PPO
Payor Type: Commercial
In Network Coverage Type(s): HMO, EPO
Payor Type: Medicaid/Managed Medicaid
In Network Coverage Type(s): HMO
Payor Type: Medicare/Medicare Advantage
In Network Coverage Type(s): HMO
Payor Type: Medicare/Medicare Advantage
In Network Coverage Type(s): PPO
Payor Type: Commercial
In Network Coverage Type(s): EPO, HMO, PPO, POS
Payor Type: Medicaid/Managed Medicaid
In Network Coverage Type(s): HMO
Payor Type: Medicare/Medicare Advantage
In Network Coverage Type(s): HMO, PPO
Payor Type: Commercial
In Network Coverage Type(s): PPO EPO
Payor Type: Commercial
In Network Coverage Type(s): HMO
Payor Type: Commercial
In Network Coverage Type(s): PPO
Payor Type: Commercial
In Network Coverage Type(s): EPO
Payor Type: Commercial
In Network Coverage Type(s): EPO
Payor Type: Medicare/Medicare Advantage
In Network Coverage Type(s): PPO, HMO
Payor Type: Medicaid/Managed Medicaid
In Network Coverage Type(s): State Government
Payor Type: Commercial
In Network Coverage Type(s): PPO, POS, EPO
Payor Type: Medicaid/Managed Medicaid
In Network Coverage Type(s): State Government
Payor Type: Medicaid/Managed Medicaid
In Network Coverage Type(s): State Government
Payor Type: Medicare/Medicare Advantage
In Network Coverage Type(s): Federal Government
Payor Type: Commercial
In Network Coverage Type(s): Supplemental
Payor Type: Commercial
In Network Coverage Type(s): PPO/OAP
Payor Type: Other
In Network Coverage Type(s): PPO, POS, EPO, HMO
Payor Type: Medicare/Medicare Advantage
In Network Coverage Type(s): TBD
Payor Type: Commercial
In Network Coverage Type(s): HMO/EPO
Payor Type: Commercial
In Network Coverage Type(s): PPO, EPO
Payor Type: Commercial
In Network Coverage Type(s): State Government
Payor Type: Commercial
In Network Coverage Type(s): PPO, POS, HMO
Payor Type: Commercial
In Network Coverage Type(s): PPO, HMO
Payor Type: Commercial
In Network Coverage Type(s): PPO, POS
Payor Type: Commercial
In Network Coverage Type(s): PPO, POS, HMO
Contact and Location
- 212-639-6428 Office Phone
- Speaks English
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Education
MD, West Virginia University
Residencies
General Surgery - West Virginia University; Thoracic Surgery - University of North Carolina
Fellowships
Molecular Oncology - University of North Carolina
Board Certifications
General Surgery; Thoracic Surgery
As a thoracic surgeon for more than 23 years, I have devoted my clinical practice to diagnosing and treating patients with lung cancer, esophageal cancer, tumors of the mediastinum (thymus gland and germ cell tumors), and tumors that have metastasized (spread) to the lung from other parts of the body. In addition to serving as Chief of Thoracic Surgery, I am the Co-Director of the Druckenmiller Center for Lung Cancer Research at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center.
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I am committed to enhancing the quality of care and the outcomes for all patients who receive thoracic surgery at MSK. I frequently meet with patients who request second or third opinions regarding the best treatment options for their disease.
Each year, I see approximately 1,350 patients and perform more than 350 operations. The vast majority of the lung cancer surgeries and esophageal cancer resections I perform are done using minimally invasive approaches, such as video-assisted thoracic surgery (VATS). These enable the surgeon to make smaller and fewer incisions during the operation and often result in patients having less pain and a faster recovery. I was one of the first thoracic surgeons in the United States to develop expertise in these techniques.
I am also involved in multiple national and international clinical trials examining the role of surgery combined with immunotherapy and targeted therapies for people with operable lung and esophageal cancers.
Being diagnosed with cancer is an overwhelming life event. When patients and caregivers meet with me, I hope they leave with a sense of hope about their future. I want them to know that I, together with a whole team of cancer experts, will do our best to take good care of them.
Most patients are concerned about how cancer may impact their life expectancy as well as how the disease and related treatments will affect their quality of life. I take the time to tailor a treatment plan that maximizes the opportunity to cure a person’s cancer while minimizing the potential complications and side effects of surgery, such as pain, infection, or reduced lung function. When appropriate, the plan may also include the opportunity to participate in a clinical trial.
I became interested in thoracic surgical oncology during my residency when I was in the research laboratory studying how lung and esophageal cancers develop into aggressive tumors. Today, my research focuses on the molecular mechanisms that lead to cancer metastases in people with early-stage lung and esophageal cancers. We are identifying the genetics of tumor tissue and blood to guide therapy, provide risk assessment for recurrence of disease, and better understand the biology of these cancers. In addition, our group has been a pioneer in studying the effects of certain treatments before surgery, such as immunotherapy and other therapies that target the molecules involved in cancer growth.
Outside of work, I enjoy traveling, reading books, fine wine, and spending time with friends and family. I have two amazing daughters and a wife who enjoy travel as much as I do. We have been to many places in Asia and Europe but are always planning the next trip.
Awards and Honors
- Castle Connolly: America's Top Doctors (2006-2023)
- National Cancer Institute, Board of Scientific Counselors (2019-2024)
- Secretary, American Association for Thoracic Surgery (2017-2022)
- President, Southern Thoracic Surgical Association (2016-2017)
- Chair, Tumor Progression Metastasis Study Section, National Cancer Institute (2014-2016)
- West Virginia University School of Medicine Distinguished Alumnus (2013)
- American Association for Cancer Research Career Development Award for Translational Lung Cancer Research (2001)
Colleagues
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Clinical Trials
- Clinical Trials Co-Investigated by Dr. Jones
- A Phase I Study of CAR T-Cell Immunotherapy for Pleural Mesothelioma
- A Phase III Study of Presurgical Osimertinib Alone or with Chemotherapy versus Chemotherapy Alone for Patients with EGFR Mutation-Positive Operable Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
Memorial Sloan Kettering's doctors and scientists are constantly developing new treatments for cancer. MSK is typically running hundreds of clinical trials at a given time.
You may be able to participate in a clinical trial even if you are new to MSK. Search our online directory to find trial information and see more about who can participate.
Search clinical trialsResearch and Publications
Kiankhooy A, Taylor MD, LaPar D, Isbell JM, Kozower BD, Lau CL, Jones DR. Predictors of early recurrence for node-negative T1-T2b non-small cell lung cancer. Ann Thorac Surgery 2014;98(4):1175-83.
Liu Y, Amin EB, Mayo MW, Chudgar NP, Bucciarelli PR, Kadota K, Adusumilli PS, Jones DR. CK2α’ drives lung cancer metastasis by targeting BRMS1 nuclear export and degradation. Cancer Res 2016;76:2675-86.
Chudgar NP, Brennan MF, Munhoz RR, Bucciarelli PR, Tan KS, D’Angelo SP, Bains MS, Bott M, Huang J, Park BP, Rusch VR, Adusumilli PS, Jones DR. Pulmonary metastasectomy with curative intent for soft tissue sarcoma. J Thorac Cardiovasc Surg 2017;154:319-30.
Jones DR. Bending the curve: the importance of expertise. Ann Thorac Surg 2018;103:1287-93.
Brandt WS, Yan W, Tan KS, Bains MS, Park BJ, Adusumilli PS, Huang J, Bott MJ, Rusch VW, Molena D, Isbell JM, Sihag S, Chaft JE, Kris MG, Jones DR. Outcomes after neoadjuvant or adjuvant chemotherapy for cT2-4N0-1 non-small cell lung cancer: A propensity-matched analysis. J Thorac Cardiovasc Surg 2019;157(2):743-753.
Brandt W, Bouadallah I, Tan KS, Park BJ, Adusumilli PS, Molena D, Bains MS, Huang J, Isbell JM, Bott M, Jones DR. Predictors of distant recurrence following R0 lobectomy for pN0 lung adenocarcinoma. J Thorac Cardiovasc Surg 2018;155:1212-24.
Forde PM, Chaft JE, Smith KN, Anagnostou V, Cottrell TR, Hellmann MD, Yang SC, Jones DR, Broderick SR, Battafarano R, Rekhtman N, Olah Z, Naidoo J, Marrone KA, Verde F, Guo H, Caushi J, Chan HY, Scharpf RB, White J, Gabrielson E, Zahurak M, Rosner G, Rusch V, Wolchok JD, Merghoub T, Taube JM, Velculescu VE, Topalian SL, Brahmer JR, Pardoll DM. Neoadjuvant PD-1 blockade in resectable lung cancer. N Engl J Med 2018;378:1976-86.
Caso R, Jones GD, Bains MS, Hsu M, Tan KS, Feldman DR, Funt SA, Reuter VE, Gaetano Rocco G, Jones DR. Outcomes following multidisciplinary management of primary mediastinal germ cell tumors. Ann Surg 2021 (online ahead of print).
Caso R, Jones GD, Tan KS, Bosl GJ, Funt SA, Sheinfeld J, Reuter VE, Amar D, Fischer G, Molena D, Rocco G, Bains MS, Feldman DR, Jones DR. Thoracic metastasectomy in germ cell tumor patients treated with first-line versus salvage therapy. Ann Thorac Surg 2021;111(4):1141-1149.
Caso R, Sanchez-Vega F, Tan KS, Mastrogiacomo B, Zhou J, Jones GD, Nguyen B, Schultz N, Connolly JG, Brandt WS, Bott MJ, Rocco G, Molena D, Isbell JM, Liu Y, Mayo MW, Adusumilli PS, Travis WD, Jones DR. The underlying tumor genomics of predominant histologic subtypes in lung adenocarcinoma. J Thorac Oncol 2020;15:1844-56.
Jones GD, Brandt WS, Shen R, Sanchez-Vega F, Tan KS, Martin A, Zhou J, Berger M, Solit DS, Rizvi H, Liu Y, Adamski A, Chaft J, Riely G, Rocco G, Bott MJ, Travis WD, Rekhtman N, Molena D, Adusumilli PS, Imielinski M, Li B, Jones DR. A genomic-pathologic annotated risk model to predict recurrence in early-stage lung adenocarcinoma. JAMA Surg 2021;156(2):e205601.
Chudgar NP, Jones DR. Thoracoscopic lobectomy after neoadjuvant tyrosine kinase inhibitor treatment. JTCVS Tech. 2021 https://doi.org/10.1016/j.xjtc.2021.02.005.
Jones DR, Wu YL, Tsuboi M, Herbst RS. Targeted therapies for resectable lung adenocarcinoma: ADAURA opens for thoracic oncologic surgeons. J Thorac Cardiovasc Surg 2021;162:288-92.
Caso R, Connolly JG, Zhou J, Tan KS, Choi JJ, Jones GD, Mastrogiacomo B, Sanchez-Vega F, Nguyen B, Rocco G, Molena D, Sihag S, Adusumilli PS, Bott MJ, Jones DR. Preoperative clinical and tumor genomic features associated with pathologic lymph node metastasis in clinical stage I and II lung adenocarcinoma. npj Precis Oncol 2021 (in press).
Lengel HB, Connolly JG, Jones GD, Caso R, Zhou J, Sanchez-Vega F, Mastrogiacomo B, Isbell JM, Li BT, Liu Y, Rekhtman N, Jones DR. The emerging importance of tumor genomics in operable non-small cell lung cancer. Cancers 2021 (in press).
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Disclosures
Doctors and faculty members often work with pharmaceutical, device, biotechnology, and life sciences companies, and other organizations outside of MSK, to find safe and effective cancer treatments, to improve patient care, and to educate the health care community.
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David R. Jones discloses the following relationships and financial interests:
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AstraZeneca
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Genentech
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Medtronic
Provision of Services
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Merck & Co Inc.
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PeerView Institute for Medical Education (PVI)
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Shanghai Jo'Ann Medical Technology Co., Ltd
Provision of Services
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