Christopher P. DeSimone, MD
Christopher P. DeSimone, MD
- Associate Chief Medical Officer - Perioperative Services
- Director of Robotic Surgery
Specialties
Conditions
Procedures Performed
- Cancer-staging procedures
- Complex hysterectomy
- Oophorectomy
- Radical pelvic dissection
- Robot-assisted laparoscopic procedures
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- Tumor cytoreductive surgery
About
Dr. Chris DeSimone is an oncologist who specializes in gynecologic cancers; he is board certified in both obstetrics and gynecology as well as gynecologic oncology. He has practiced at the UK Markey Cancer Center since 2005 and is a professor at the University of Kentucky College of Medicine.
Dr. DeSimone graduated from Boston University with a degree in art history and earned his medical degree with high distinction from the UK College of Medicine. He also completed his residency in obstetrics and gynecology and a fellowship in gynecologic oncology at UK.
Dr. DeSimone has held several leadership roles, including associate residency program director, director of robotic surgery, associate chief medical officer of perioperative services and chief medical officer of UK Albert B. Chandler Hospital, where he focused on patient safety, capacity and operations. He currently serves as the executive chief medical officer of UK HealthCare and is responsible for managing patient safety and daily operations for the entire Lexington campus. He also serves as president/CEO of the Kentucky Medical Services Foundation. He is active in the Society of Gynecologic Oncology and serves as a board examiner for the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology.
Personal Statement
I have always been interested in caring for cancer patients. I find it humbling and gratifying to care for complex patients who need surgical and chemotherapy treatments. I chose to specialize in gynecology oncology, as it allowed me to focus on both aspects.
I find enjoyment from mentoring residents and fellows, as I am profoundly interested in fostering the next generation of physicians.
Outside of work, I have a deep love for international travel, poker, playing and watching soccer, and good food. I'm most happy when cooking, cutting root vegetables and quartering a whole chicken. A fun fact about me is that my wife and I recently completed running 1,000 consecutive days outdoors, even in the rain, snow, ice or heat!
Faculty Rank
- Professor of Gynecologic Oncology