Overview
Dr. Lauren Turza is a specialty care physician board certified in surgery at Inova Health System. She joined Inova in 2022 and has been practicing since 2009. Dr. Turza provides care for the following clinical areas: ultrasound-guided core needle biopsy, skin punch biopsy, excisional biopsies, nipple duct exploration for nipple discharge, partial mastectomy with or without oncoplastic surgery (hidden scar and lift/reduction), mastectomies (skin sparing, nipple sparing or aesthetically flat closure), sentinel lymph node biopsies, targeted axillary dissection, and axillary lymph node dissections. Prior to joining Inova, Dr. Turza served in the U.S. Army for 17 years. She received her undergraduate degree from Columbia University and attended Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences for medical school in Bethesda, MD. She completed her internship and residency in general surgery at the National Capital Consortium (Walter Reed National Military Medical Center) and fellowship in breast surgical oncology at Anne Arundel Medical Center in Annapolis, MD. Dr. Turza has deployed oversees in the Middle East. She was the chief of breast surgery and director of the breast center at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center and at Tripler Army Medical Center. She also served as the cancer liaison physician for the Commission on Cancer at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. She is Assistant Professor of Surgery at Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences and has published research in peer-reviewed journals. Dr. Turza lives in Bethesda, MD, with her two children and enjoys outdoor activities including biking, running and hiking.
Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Mastectomy.
She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 5 peer reviewed articles.
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Locations
3580 Joseph Siewick Dr, 101, Fairfax, VA 22033
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Dr. Turza 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
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"Dr. Shawna Willey joined our renowned Breast Cancer Program with more than 30 years of experience, and serves as Peterson Chair of Breast Cancer Research, a position endowed by the Peterson Family Foundation. In her role, she leads research endeavors and provides recommendations for new technologies and treatments in breast cancer. She joined Inova Schar Cancer from MedStar Georgetown University Hospital where she was the Chief of the Department of Surgery and Director of MedStar's Regional Breast Health Program. She is the former President of the American Society of Breast Surgery and the current Chairman of the Board of the American Society of Breast Surgeons. As a board-certified breast surgeon, Dr. Willey has spent her entire career in the Washington, DC, area, mentoring medical students, residents and breast surgery fellows. She is recognized nationally and internationally for her leadership and surgical capabilities, and has performed medical missions, including health education programs, throughout the world. Dr. Willey has led advances in surgical technology and research as a pioneer in the adoption of nipple-sparing mastectomy, and management and surveillance of patients with gene mutation carriers. She has written more than 50 peer-reviewed articles and book contributions and is consistently listed as ""Top Doctor"" in Newsweek and U.S. News & World Report and ""Best Doctor"" in Washingtonian Magazine. Areas of Focus Breast surgery Nipple-sparing mastectomy Management and surveillance of patients with gene mutation carriers Blog Posts Is Radiation Necessary After Breast Cancer Surgery? (May 2021)". Dr. Willey is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Intraductal Papilloma, Breast Infection, Mastectomy, and Lymphadenectomy.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Lauren C. Turza
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Lauren C. Turza?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Lauren C. Turza by calling their office at 571-472-1600. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Lauren C. Turza a top-rated expert for Mastectomy?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Lauren C. Turza is classified as an Experienced expert for Mastectomy, 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. Lauren C. Turza specialize in?
While Dr. Lauren C. Turza is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Mastectomy, 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. Lauren C. Turza participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Lauren C. Turza has published 5 articles and abstracts on conditions like Mastectomy. You can view a list of Dr. Lauren C. Turza's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Lauren C. Turza accept my insurance?
Dr. Lauren C. Turza accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 571-472-1600 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Breast CancerDr. Turza isExperienced. Learn about Breast Cancer.
- MastectomyDr. Turza isExperienced. Learn about Mastectomy.
- Paget Disease of the BreastDr. Turza isExperienced. Learn about Paget Disease of the Breast.