About Dr. Emad Kandil

Advanced thyroid and parathyroid care led by a world‑recognized expert.

Meet Dr. Emad Kandil

Dr. Emad Kandil is an internationally recognized leader in thyroid and parathyroid care, known for his expertise in ablation, robotic endocrine surgery, and advanced image‑guided techniques. With more than two decades dedicated to endocrine surgery, he has helped thousands of patients receive effective treatment while avoiding unnecessary surgery whenever appropriate. At the same time, he remains a highly skilled surgeon for cases that require operative management.

His work reflects a rare combination of clinical mastery, academic leadership, and innovation in minimally invasive endocrine care.

“My goal is to deliver the safest, most precise treatment possible, whether through advanced ablation or surgery when needed.”
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More About Dr. Emad Kandil

  • Surgical residency at the State University of New York (Downstate)
  • Professor(Adjunct), Tulane University School of Medicine, New Orleans, LA
  • Fellowship in Endocrine Surgery at Johns Hopkins University
  • Advanced training in minimally invasive and robotic endocrine techniques
  • Professor of Surgery at Tulane University
  • Elias Hanna Chair in Surgery
  • Chief of General, Endocrine, and Oncologic Surgery
  • President of the Surgical Association of Louisiana
  • Chair of the General Medical Faculty at Tulane University School of Medicine
  • More than 6,000 thyroid and parathyroid operations
  • Over 1,000 robotic endocrine procedures
  • More than 2,000 thyroid and parathyroid ablations
  • Extensive experience with complex and revision cases
  • Over 500 peer‑reviewed publications, reviews, and book chapters
  • More than 15,700 citations
  • Editor of Gland Surgery
  • Editor of the textbook Thyroid Surgery
  • Frequent international speaker on endocrine surgery and ablation

Hear From Our Patients

Patients share their experience with Dr. Kandil

Minimally Invasive and Non‑Surgical Treatment Options

Advanced Ablation Techniques Designed To Avoid Unnecessary Surgery
Dr. Kandil is a strong advocate for offering the least invasive, most precise treatment option whenever appropriate. His expertise in ablation allows many patients to avoid general anesthesia, surgical incisions, and extended recovery times. When surgery is necessary, patients benefit from his extensive experience in both traditional and robotic endocrine procedures.
  • Radiofrequency Ablation
  • Microwave Ablation
  • Ethanol Ablation
  • nsPFA Non Thermal Ablation

“My goal is to deliver the safest, most precise treatment possible,
whether through advanced ablation or surgery when needed.”

— Dr. Emad Kandil

In His Own Words: Procedures, Decisions,
and Patient Care

Interviews and educational videos where Dr. Kandil discusses treatment approaches, clinical reasoning, and real patient experiences.

Why Patients Choose Dr. Kandil

Patients seek Dr. Kandil for his:
  • Extensive experience with thyroid and parathyroid disease
  • Expertise in both surgical and non‑surgical treatment options
  • Precision in imaging interpretation and diagnostic evaluation
  • Ability to manage complex and recurrent cases
  • Focus on minimally invasive, image‑guided procedures
  • Clear, direct clinical communication and individualized planning
His practice is designed for patients who want a comprehensive evaluation and access to the full range of modern thyroid and parathyroid treatments.