Overview
Debra Wechter, MD, FACS, has expertise inBreast disease and breast cancerSentinel lymph node biopsySkin-sparing mastectomyBreast conserving surgeryGeneral surgery including thyroid surgery, gallbladder surgery and surgery for gastrointestinal malignanciesDr. Wechter has special interest inBreast surgeryLaparoscopic surgeryGastrointestinal surgeryEndocrine surgeryOncoplastic breast surgeryWhen not at work, Dr. Wechter enjoys spending time with her husband and their two children. She also enjoys bicycling, skiing and backpacking.
Dr. Wechter is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Intraductal Papilloma, Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Lymphadenectomy, and Mastectomy.
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 6 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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1100 Ninth Avenue, Seattle, WA 98101
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Debra G. Wechter
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Debra G. Wechter?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Debra G. Wechter by calling their office at 206-624-1144. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Debra G. Wechter a top-rated expert for Intraductal Papilloma?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Debra G. Wechter is classified as an Distinguished expert for Intraductal Papilloma, 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. Debra G. Wechter specialize in?
While Dr. Debra G. Wechter is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Intraductal Papilloma, Breast Cancer, and Paget Disease of the Breast. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Debra G. Wechter participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Debra G. Wechter has published 6 articles and abstracts on conditions like Intraductal Papilloma. You can view a list of Dr. Debra G. Wechter's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Debra G. Wechter accept my insurance?
Dr. Debra G. Wechter accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 206-624-1144 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- AngiosarcomaDr. Wechter isDistinguished. Learn about Angiosarcoma.
- Breast CancerDr. Wechter isDistinguished. Learn about Breast Cancer.
- Intraductal PapillomaDr. Wechter isDistinguished. Learn about Intraductal Papilloma.
- Paget Disease of the BreastDr. Wechter isDistinguished. Learn about Paget Disease of the Breast.
- Advanced
- FibroadenomaDr. Wechter isAdvanced. Learn about Fibroadenoma.
- Giant Mammary HamartomaDr. Wechter isAdvanced. Learn about Giant Mammary Hamartoma.
- Inflammatory Breast CancerDr. Wechter isAdvanced. Learn about Inflammatory Breast Cancer.
- Experienced
- Breast Cancer in MenDr. Wechter isExperienced. Learn about Breast Cancer in Men.
- GalactocoeleDr. Wechter isExperienced. Learn about Galactocoele.
- LymphadenectomyDr. Wechter isExperienced. Learn about Lymphadenectomy.
- LymphedemaDr. Wechter isExperienced. Learn about Lymphedema.
- MastectomyDr. Wechter isExperienced. Learn about Mastectomy.
- Subareolar AbscessDr. Wechter isExperienced. Learn about Subareolar Abscess.