Overview
Dr. Alisa Blumenthaler is a breast surgical oncologist and is certified by the American Board of Surgery. Her clinical interests focus on providing up-to-date, comprehensive and multi-disciplinary care for patients with breast cancer as well as high-risk and benign breast conditions. She is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Surgery at Medical University of South Carolina. Dr. Blumenthaler is dedicated to providing compassionate care, specific to each individual patient. She works closely with MUSC's multidisciplinary breast cancer team to incorporate the latest advancements in breast cancer treatment with the goal of achieving the best cancer-related outcomes while minimizing patient side effects. She is passionate about making sure patients feel well-informed about their condition and their treatment options, in order to make a joint decision about their care. When performing a surgery to remove cancer, or another lesion in the breast, Dr. Blumenthaler also focuses on maintaining the breast's natural appearance as much as possible, including hidden-scar techniques, local breast tissue rearrangement, and performing nipple-sparing mastectomies in collaboration with MUSC's reconstructive surgeons. Dr. Blumenthaler obtained her bachelor's degree from the University of Notre Dame, graduating with honors, prior to earning her medical degree from the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine. She completed her residency training in general surgery at Indiana University School of Medicine, during which she dedicated additional time to a clinical research fellowship at MD Anderson Cancer Center. Dr. Blumenthaler completed specialized training in breast surgical oncology, including breast surgery and breast cancer management, at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. Dr. Blumenthaler is a member of the American Society of Breast Surgeons and the Society of Surgical Oncology. Her research interests include improving patient-physician communication and patient decision-making in breast cancer care.
Her top areas of expertise are Stomach Cancer and Gastrostomy.
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 22 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
86 Jonathan Lucas Street, Hollings Cancer Center, 2nd Floor, Charleston, SC 29425
5500 Front Street, Suite 140, Summerville, SC 29486
86 Jonathan Lucas Street, Hollings Cancer Center, 2nd Floor, Charleston, SC 29425
Clinical Research
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Alisa Blumenthaler
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Alisa Blumenthaler?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Alisa Blumenthaler by calling their office at 843-792-9300. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Alisa Blumenthaler a top-rated expert for Stomach Cancer?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Alisa Blumenthaler is classified as an Experienced expert for Stomach Cancer, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Alisa Blumenthaler specialize in?
While Dr. Alisa Blumenthaler is a Surgical Oncology, they have specific expertise in Stomach Cancer, Gastrostomy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Surgical Oncology.
Does Dr. Alisa Blumenthaler participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Alisa Blumenthaler has published 22 articles and abstracts on conditions like Stomach Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Alisa Blumenthaler's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Alisa Blumenthaler accept my insurance?
Dr. Alisa Blumenthaler accepts most major insurance plans, including Absolute Total Care South Carolina and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 843-792-9300 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- GastrostomyDr. Blumenthaler isExperienced. Learn about Gastrostomy.
- Stomach CancerDr. Blumenthaler isExperienced. Learn about Stomach Cancer.