Overview
Dr. Kaitlin Farrell is a breast surgeon offering treatment for breast cancer and benign breast disease, with a focus on screenings for patients with an elevated lifetime risk of breast cancer. She uses the latest surgical techniques in her practice, such as lumpectomy with magseed technology. Her research interests include socioeconomic disparities in diagnosis and treatment of breast cancer, as well as genetic mutations that put some patients at increased risk for breast cancer. Dr. Farrell is an assistant professor in the Department of Surgery at Saint Louis University School of Medicine. She is a member of the American Board of Surgery and American Society of Breast Surgeons.
Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Breast Cancer in Men, Paget Disease of the Breast, Fibroadenoma, and Lymphadenectomy.
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 4 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
1031 Bellevue Ave., Suite 200, St. Louis, MO 63117
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Farrell has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
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. Kaitlin Farrell
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Kaitlin Farrell?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Kaitlin Farrell by calling their office at 314-617-3050. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Kaitlin Farrell a top-rated expert for Breast Cancer?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Kaitlin Farrell is classified as an Experienced expert for Breast 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. Kaitlin Farrell specialize in?
While Dr. Kaitlin Farrell is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Breast Cancer, Breast Cancer in Men, 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. Kaitlin Farrell participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Kaitlin Farrell has published 4 articles and abstracts on conditions like Breast Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Kaitlin Farrell's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Kaitlin Farrell accept my insurance?
Dr. Kaitlin Farrell accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 314-617-3050 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- AngiosarcomaDr. Farrell isExperienced. Learn about Angiosarcoma.
- BRCA Positive Breast CancerDr. Farrell isExperienced. Learn about BRCA Positive Breast Cancer.
- Breast CancerDr. Farrell isExperienced. Learn about Breast Cancer.
- Breast Cancer in MenDr. Farrell isExperienced. Learn about Breast Cancer in Men.
- Breast LumpDr. Farrell isExperienced. Learn about Breast Lump.
- FibroadenomaDr. Farrell isExperienced. Learn about Fibroadenoma.