The 20 Best HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer Doctors Near Me in Ann Arbor, MI

Find the Top HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 41 doctor with experience in HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer near Ann Arbor, MI. Of these, 26 are Experienced, 13 are Advanced and 2 are Distinguished.

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    Distinguished in HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer
    Oncology | Hematology | Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer
    Oncology | Hematology | Internal Medicine

    Rogel Cancer Center

    1500 E Medical Center Dr, Floor 1, 
    Ann Arbor, MI 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Morikawa joined the faculty in August 2014. After earning her M.Mus. in Piano Performance and M.PH in Epidemiology and Biostatistics from Boston University, Dr. Morikawa received her MD/Ph.D. at the Emory University School of Medicine. After completing her internal medicine residency training at Emory, she underwent fellowship training in Medical Oncology at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. In 2014, she joined the faculty of the University of Michigan. She specializes in the care of patients with breast cancer at the Rogel Cancer Center. Her research involves clinical and translational investigations in breast cancer as well as brain and leptomeningeal metastases from solid tumors. Dr. Morikawa is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer. She is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, and Angiosarcoma. Dr. Morikawa is board certified in Internal Medicine and Medical Oncology.

    Distinguished in HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer
    General Surgery

    Rogel Cancer Center

    1500 E Medical Center Dr, Floor 1, 
    Ann Arbor, MI 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Jeruss is a Professor of Surgery and the Director of the University of Michigan Breast Care Center. She also holds appointments in the Departments of Pathology and Biomedical Engineering at the University of Michigan. Dr. Jeruss received her undergraduate degree in neuroscience and history from Brandeis University and her medical degree from the University of Vermont. Dr. Jeruss completed her General Surgery residency training at Northwestern University Medical School and holds a PhD from Northwestern, having done her dissertation in the field of breast cancer biology. She completed her fellowship in Breast Surgical Oncology at M.D. Anderson Cancer Center in 2006, and returned to Northwestern as Associate Professor of Surgery in the Division of Breast Surgery before joining the University of Michigan faculty.Dr. Jeruss is board certified in General Surgery and is a member of several professional societies. Through her basic and clinical research program, Dr. Jeruss has been actively involved in the training of high school students, undergraduates, graduate students at the PhD and post-doctoral levels, medical students, and residents. She has published numerous manuscripts and book chapters, and has also received many awards for teaching and research. Dr. Jeruss is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer. She is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Mastectomy, and Lymphadenectomy. Dr. Jeruss is board certified in Surgery.

    Advanced in HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer
    Oncology | Internal Medicine
    Advanced in HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer
    Oncology | Internal Medicine

    Rogel Cancer Center

    1500 E Medical Center Dr, Floor 1, 
    Ann Arbor, MI 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Erin Cobain is a medical oncologist specializing in the care of patients with breast cancer and inherited cancer predisposition. She serves at Co-Director of the Breast Cancer Clinical Research Team at the Rogel Cancer Center. Dr. Cobain has been on faculty at the University of Michigan since 2016, when she completed her fellowship training. Dr. Cobain specializes in the care of patients with all types of breast cancer and those individuals who are at high risk of developing breast cancer. Dr. Cobain’s research interests include understanding how genetic and genomic testing can be utilized to personalize breast cancer therapy and use of immunotherapy treatments in breast cancer. Dr. Cobain serves as the Principal Investigator of a National Cancer Institute sponsored clinical trial exploring the role of combination chemotherapy and immunotherapy treatment in patients with hormone receptor positive, HER2 negative early-stage breast cancer with high genomic risk. Dr. Cobain is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer. She is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Angiosarcoma, and Paget Disease of the Breast.

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    Advanced in HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer
    Oncology | Internal Medicine
    Advanced in HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer
    Oncology | Internal Medicine

    Rogel Cancer Center

    1500 E Medical Center Dr, Floor 1, 
    Ann Arbor, MI 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Schott is a Professor of Medicine and is the Associate Director of Clinical Research for the Rogel Cancer Center. She is an expert in the field of breast cancer, has an active breast cancer practice, and frequently gives lectures and publishes about breast cancer treatment. Her research is focused on the development of new treatments for breast cancer, and the testing of these treatments in clinical trials. Dr. Schott is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer. She is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Angiosarcoma, HER2 Negative Breast Cancer, and Tissue Biopsy.

    Advanced in HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer
    Oncology | Hematology | Internal Medicine
    Advanced in HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer
    Oncology | Hematology | Internal Medicine

    Rogel Cancer Center

    1500 E Medical Center Dr, Floor 1, 
    Ann Arbor, MI 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Van Poznak received her medical degree from Cornell University Medical College and internal medicine residency training at The New York Hospital-Cornell Medical Center in New York City. Remaining in New York, she completed her fellowship in medical oncology at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center (MSKCC) and started her oncology practice at MSKCC on the Breast Cancer Medicine Service. In 2006, Dr. Van Poznak joined the faculty of the University of Michigan where she is an active clinician in the U-M Rogel Cancer Center Breast Care Center. Her clinical and translational research is in breast cancer and its relationship to bone - including the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of osteoporosis in breast cancer patients, breast cancer biomarkers predicting site specific relapse, and bone metastases. Dr. Van Poznak is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Angiosarcoma, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Breast Cancer. Dr. Van Poznak is board certified in Medical Oncology.

    Advanced in HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer
    Oncology | Hematology | Internal Medicine
    Advanced in HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer
    Oncology | Hematology | Internal Medicine

    Rogel Cancer Center

    1500 E Medical Center Dr, Floor 1, 
    Ann Arbor, MI 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Jeffrey Smerage is a hematologist/oncologist specializing in breast cancer. He received both a medical and doctoral degree from the University of Florida and then went on to residency training at the University of Virginia. In 2004, after completing a fellowship in hematology and oncology at the University of Michigan, Dr. Smerage joined the faculty of the Department of Internal Medicine and began his practice in the Breast Care Center. Dr. Smerage is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Angiosarcoma, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, and Paget Disease of the Breast. Dr. Smerage is board certified in Medical Oncology and Clinical Informatics.

    Advanced in HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer
    Surgical Oncology | General Surgery
    Advanced in HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer
    Surgical Oncology | General Surgery

    Rogel Cancer Center

    1500 E Medical Center Dr, Floor 1, 
    Ann Arbor, MI 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Tasha Hughes is a Clinical Associate Professor of Surgery and a surgical oncologist at the University of Michigan. Her clinical efforts are focused on the treatment of breast cancer and melanoma. She is a health services research with a program centered around provider communication, provider bias and health care safety and quality.Dr. Hughes completed her surgical oncology training at Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center and James Comprehensive Cancer Society and her residency at Rush University Medical Center and John H. Stroger Hospital of Cook County in Chicago, IL. Dr. Hughes is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer. She is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Angiosarcoma, and Lymphadenectomy.

    Advanced in HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer
    Oncology | Internal Medicine
    Advanced in HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer
    Oncology | Internal Medicine

    Rogel Cancer Center

    1500 E Medical Center Dr, Floor 1, 
    Ann Arbor, MI 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Burness is driven by a desire to improve therapies for breast cancer patients. Her research arises from her clinical experiences in treating breast cancer patients. Her research focus is on the development of therapies to target cancer stem cells, specifically ways to alter DNA repair mechanisms and inflammation in cancer stem cells. This innovative approach to treating breast cancer holds promise for identifying new therapeutic targets and improving therapeutic regimens. Dr. Burness studies these approaches in the laboratory and in clinical trials, with the goal of rapidly translating her laboratory findings into use in the clinic to improve outcomes for breast cancer patients. Dr. Burness is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer. She is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Breast Cancer in Men, Angiosarcoma, and Paget Disease of the Breast. Dr. Burness is board certified in Internal Medicine and Medical Oncology.

    Experienced in HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer
    Radiation Oncology
    Experienced in HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer
    Radiation Oncology

    University Hospital

    1500 E Medical Center Drive, 
    Ann Arbor, MI 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Terri Bott-Kothari, MD has been in practice for over 16 years treating all disease sites. She completed her medical training at Wayne State University School of Medicine and residency at the University of Cincinnati. Dr. Bott is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Posterior Fossa Tumor, Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), and Familial Prostate Cancer. Dr. Bott is board certified in Radiation Oncology.

    Advanced in HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer
    Advanced in HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer

    University Of Michigan Medical Center

    1500 E Medical Center Dr, 
    Ann Arbor, MI 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Poorni Manohar is a Hematologist practicing medicine in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Dr. Manohar is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, and HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer.

    Experienced in HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer
    Oncology | Hematology | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer
    Oncology | Hematology | Internal Medicine

    Rogel Cancer Center

    1500 E Medical Center Dr, Floor B1 Reception A, 
    Ann Arbor, MI 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    I ride both a road bike and Peleton. I golf about 2-3 times per week. Have four grandchildren to dote on. I mostly fiction novels. Exercise twice per week. Dr. Terebelo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer. He is also highly rated in 62 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Myeloma, Essential Thrombocythemia, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Tissue Biopsy.

    Experienced in HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer
    Radiation Oncology
    Experienced in HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer
    Radiation Oncology

    University Hospital

    1500 E Medical Center Dr, Floor B2 C490, 
    Ann Arbor, MI 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Steven Allen is a Radiation Oncologist practicing medicine in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Dr. Allen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Lung Cancer, HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer, and Pleuropulmonary Blastoma. Dr. Allen is board certified in Radiation Oncology.

    Experienced in HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer
    Radiation Oncology | Palliative Medicine
    Experienced in HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer
    Radiation Oncology | Palliative Medicine

    University Hospital

    1500 E Medical Center Dr, Floor B2 C490, 
    Ann Arbor, MI 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. James Hayman received his medical and master of business administration degrees simultaneously from the University of Chicago in 1991. Following an internship in Evanston, Ill., he began his radiation oncology residency at the Joint Center for Radiation Therapy at Harvard Medical School. He joined the University of Michigan faculty immediately following his residency in 1996 and currently serves as the director of the Clinical Division of the Department of Radiation Oncology. Dr. Hayman's clinical interests include the management of lung, esophageal, breast and central nervous system malignancies. He is also active in the area of health services research. Dr. Hayman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer. He is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Cancer, Melanoma of the Eye, Merkel Cell Carcinoma, and Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). Dr. Hayman is board certified in Radiation Oncology and Hospice & Palliative Med.

    Experienced in HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer
    Surgical Oncology | General Surgery
    Experienced in HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer
    Surgical Oncology | General Surgery

    Rogel Cancer Center

    1500 E Medical Center Dr, Floor 1, 
    Ann Arbor, MI 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Lesly Dossett, MD, MPH, is the Maud T. Lane Research Professor for Cancer Quality Improvement and Chief of the Division of Surgical Oncology at the University of Michigan. Dr. Dossett earned her medical degree from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine in 2003, having attended on a United States Navy Health Professions Scholarship. She completed her general surgery residency at Vanderbilt University in 2010, which included a health services research fellowship and completion of an MPH. After residency, Dr. Dossett served on active duty with the United States Navy in several roles stateside and overseas, including completing two deployments supporting combat operations in Afghanistan. After leaving the Navy in 2014, Dr. Dossett completed a clinical fellowship in Complex General Surgical Oncology at Moffitt Cancer Center and joined the faculty of the University of Michigan in 2016.Dr. Dossett specializes in treating patients with melanoma, soft tissue sarcoma, and breast cancer. Her research leverages implementation science frameworks and behavioral strategies to improve healthcare value. As co-director of the Michigan Program for Value Enhancement (MPrOVE), she works to translate value-based research findings into practice at Michigan Medicine and then scale those strategies more broadly to hospitals and healthcare systems. She is a principal investigator for R01s funded by the National Cancer Institute (NCI) and the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ). She serves as a mentor on several federally funded training grants and career development awards.Dr. Dossett is an active member of several national societies. She serves as an officer in the Association for Academic Surgeons (AAS) and in the executive leadership of the American College of Surgeons (ACS) Cancer Research Program (CRP) and the Surgical Outcomes Club.Clinical Specialization:Dr. Dossett’s clinical focus is on melanoma and non-melanoma skin cancers, sarcoma, and breast cancer. She has expertise in locally and regionally advanced melanoma, breast angiosarcoma, retroperitoneal and pelvic sarcoma, breast conservation therapy, and skin and nipple sparing mastectomy. Dr. Dossett is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer. She is also highly rated in 30 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Retroperitoneal Liposarcoma, Melanoma, Desmoplastic Small Round Cell Tumor, Mastectomy, and Lymphadenectomy. Dr. Dossett is board certified in Surgery and Complex General Surgical Oncology.

    Experienced in HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer
    Oncology | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer
    Oncology | Internal Medicine

    Rogel Cancer Center

    1500 E Medical Center Dr, Floor 1, 
    Ann Arbor, MI 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Norah Lynn Henry is a medical oncologist, Associate Director of Community Outreach and Engagement at the Rogel Cancer Center, and Co-Chair of the Symptom Management and Survivorship Committee for the SWOG Cancer Research Network.Dr. Henry specializes in the care of patients with all stages and all types of breast cancer. Her research focuses on personalizing treatment for breast cancer. She studies treatments for breast cancer as well as ways to manage symptoms and side effects that arise from the cancer or its treatment. Her goal is to provide effective treatments for breast cancer while maintaining the quality of life of each patient. In addition, she works with scientists at the University of Michigan to translate their lab findings into clinical trials. Dr. Henry is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Angiosarcoma, and Salpingo-Oophorectomy. Dr. Henry is board certified in Medical Oncology.

    Experienced in HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer
    Radiation Oncology
    Experienced in HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer
    Radiation Oncology

    University Hospital

    1500 E Medical Center Dr, Floor B2 C490, 
    Ann Arbor, MI 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Borislav Hristov is a Radiation Oncologist practicing medicine in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Dr. Hristov is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer. His clinical expertise encompasses Metastatic Brain Tumor, Posterior Fossa Tumor, Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), and Diffuse Midline Glioma H3 K27M-Mutant. Dr. Hristov is board certified in Radiation Oncology.

    Experienced in HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer
    Radiation Oncology
    Experienced in HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer
    Radiation Oncology

    University Hospital

    1500 E Medical Center Dr, Floor B2 C490, 
    Ann Arbor, MI 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Cuneo grew up in Northern California. He studied Biological and Environmental Engineering at Cornell University in Ithaca, NY. Dr. Cuneo received his Doctor of Medicine degree from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine in 2007 and completed an internship there in 2008. In 2008 he started his residency in Radiation Oncology at Duke University Medical Center. Dr. Cuneo has been an Assistant Professor in the Department of Radiation Oncology at the University of Michigan since 2012. Dr. Cuneo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer. He is also highly rated in 35 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Anal Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, Liposarcoma, Liver Cancer, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy. Dr. Cuneo is board certified in Radiation Oncology.

    Experienced in HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer
    Oncology | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer
    Oncology | Internal Medicine

    Rogel Cancer Center

    1500 E Medical Center Dr, Floor 1, 
    Ann Arbor, MI 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Sofia Merajver received a doctoral degree in physics from the University of Maryland and a medical degree from the University of Michigan. She completed a residency in internal medicine and a fellowship in oncology at the University of Michigan before joining the faculty in 1994. Dr. Merajver, an expert in breast cancer genetics, is the medical director of the Breast and Ovarian Cancer Risk Evaluation Program at the U-M Rogel Cancer Center. Her research interests include the molecular genetics of breast cancer, gene function and cancer risk assessment. She enjoys literature, music and outdoor activities with her family. Dr. Merajver is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer. She is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Breast Cancer, Triple-Negative Breast Cancer, and Angiosarcoma. Dr. Merajver is board certified in Medical Oncology.

    Experienced in HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer
    Radiation Oncology
    Experienced in HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer
    Radiation Oncology

    University Hospital

    1500 E Medical Center Dr, Floor B2 C490, 
    Ann Arbor, MI 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Michelle Kim, M.D. is an associate professor in the Department of Radiation Oncology at the University of Michigan. She completed her medical training at Case Western Reserve University and her residency at MD Anderson Cancer Center. Dr. Kim is board-certified in Radiation Oncology by the American Board of Radiology. Her research focus is in the adaptive individualization of radiation therapy using advanced molecular and functional imaging for patients with central nervous system tumors including gliomas and brain metastases. Dr. Kim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer. She is also highly rated in 30 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Posterior Fossa Tumor, Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), Metastatic Brain Tumor, and Astrocytoma. Dr. Kim is board certified in Radiation Oncology.

    Experienced in HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer
    Radiation Oncology
    Experienced in HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer
    Radiation Oncology

    University Hospital

    1500 E Medical Center Dr, Floor B2 C490, 
    Ann Arbor, MI 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Wahl is a physician scientist at the University of Michigan specializing in cancers of the central nervous system. His research focuses on the development of new treatment strategies for brain tumors and his laboratory group is especially interested in interactions between radiation and abnormal metabolism in glioblastoma. In the clinic, he cares for a wide variety of patients with both malignant and benign tumors of the central nervous system. Dr. Wahl is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer. He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glioblastoma, Astrocytoma, Glioma, and Brain Tumor.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer?

    HER2-positive breast cancer is a subtype of breast cancer that contains human epidermal growth factor receptor 2 (HER2), which is a protein that increases the growth of cancer cells. One out of five breast cancers contain the HER2 protein. Eighteen-to-twenty percent of invasive breast cancers are HER2-positive, which are more aggressive than other breast cancers, more likely to spread and relapse, and have resulted in a decreased survival rate in the past. While previously considered to be the most aggressive type of breast cancer, HER-2 positive breast cancer can now be treated with new biologic targeted therapies that have significantly improved outcomes. HER2-positive breast cancer is categorized in stages that take into account the diameter of the tumor, whether the cancer has spread to axillary (underarm) lymph nodes, and whether the cancer has spread to other organs, such as the liver, lung, brain and bone. Staging allows for treatment plans that target each patient’s individual breast cancer disease. Early breast cancers are staged based on the following criteria: Stage 0 – Ductal cancer in situ (DCIS), or a noninvasive breast cancer that is limited to the ducts. Stage I (A/B) – Cancer has spread from ducts to the surrounding fatty breast tissue. Tumor is smaller than 2 centimeters and has not spread to lymph nodes. Stage II (IIA/B) – Cancer has spread from ducts to the surrounding fatty breast tissue and may have spread to near lymph nodes. Tumor is between 2-to-5 centimeters wide. Advanced breast cancers are staged based on the following criteria: Stage III (IIIA/B) – The tumor is larger than 5 centimeters, cancer may or may not have spread to lymph nodes, or the tumor is smaller, and cancer has spread to lymph nodes. Stage IV – Metastatic Breast Cancer. Cancer has spread to lymph nodes and other parts of the body, with other organs affected, such as liver, lungs, brain, or bones.

    When should I see a HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer doctor near Ann Arbor, MI?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer doctor near Ann Arbor, MI?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer doctors near Ann Arbor, MI?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer doctors near Ann Arbor, MI?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer doctor near Ann Arbor, MI?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer doctor near Ann Arbor, MI?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer doctors near Ann Arbor, MI?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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