Dr. Jennifer K. Plichta

I became interested in breast surgery, because it combined surgery with science and the ultimate multidisciplinary patient care. Being a breast surgeon also allows me to work with other specialties and combine our talents to provide patients with the compassion and excellence they deserve. I grew up with a passion for math and science, and my mother always thought medicine would be a good fit. I, however, needed a little more convincing. It wasn’t until medical school and my discovery of surgery that I was sold on the idea. In addition to patient care, I participate in research related to breast cancer, breast cancer risk assessment, and benign breast disease. Working with the Breast Risk Assessment Clinic, I am fortunate to have the opportunity to meet women with an increased risk of breast cancer and help them determine the best management strategy for their breast health. I also enjoy working with residents and students, helping to train the next generation of physicians. My husband, also a surgeon at Duke Health, and I love to try new restaurants and spend time with family and friends.

Dr. Plichta is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, BRCA Positive Breast Cancer, Galactocoele, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Lymphadenectomy.

Dr. Plichta is board certified in American Board Of Surgery, General Surgery. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 171 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Plichta is currently accepting new patients.