Dr. Roshni Rao
Overview
"Dr. Roshni Rao, a renowned expert in breast care, is the chief of the Breast Surgery Program at NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Irving Medical Center. A skilled surgeon who is passionate in her commitment to breast health and her patients, Dr. Rao has expertise in the treatment of breast cancer that has spread to the areas surrounding the breast, known as locally advanced breast cancer; in addition to breast cancer that has spread further to other parts of the body, metastatic breast cancer. Her groundbreaking research includes the positive effects of exercise for patients with breast cancer who are preparing for surgery, and the impact of ethnicity on the risk of developing triple-negative breast cancer (when the three receptors known to fuel most breast cancers; estrogen, progesterone, and the human epidermal growth factor receptor 2; are not present in the cancer tumor). Dr. Rao oversees the breast cancer surgery program at the Comprehensive Breast Center of the Herbert Irving Comprehensive Cancer Center at NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia, a multi-site, multi-disciplinary entity that incorporates the legacy of innovation and trust associated with the Columbia University Irving Medical Center. She collaborates closely with its team of specialists across every discipline, including radiologists, medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, plastic surgeons and other breast cancer support staff. Dr. Rao was repeatedly recognized with awards for her leadership at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, Texas, where she served as the director of the George N. Peters Center for Breast Surgery prior to joining NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia. She was elected by her peers to be a ""Best Doctor"" in breast surgery every year from 2009 to 2017. Dr. Rao received her medical degree from the University of Missouri-Columbia School of Medicine. She completed a general surgery residency at Baystate Medical Center/Tufts University School of Medicine, followed by a fellowship in breast surgical oncology at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. She is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons and a member of the Society of Surgical Oncology. She is currently the chair of the Patient Safety and Quality Committee for the American Society of Breast Surgeons. Dr. Rao serves as a reviewer for the Journal of the American Medical Association and the Annals of Surgical Oncology, and has served as a reviewer for Cancer and other journals. Her work has been published in these journals and many other surgical and oncology publications.".
Dr. Rao is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Intraductal Papilloma, Mastectomy, and Lymphadenectomy.
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 70 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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1978 Crompond Road, Cortlandt, NY 10567
161 Fort Washington Avenue, Floor 10, New York, NY 10032
51 West 51st Street, New York, NY 10019
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Dr. Rao 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.
New York University
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Roshni Rao
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Roshni Rao?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Roshni Rao by calling their office at 212-305-9676. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Roshni Rao a top-rated expert for Breast Cancer?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Roshni Rao is classified as an Distinguished 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. Roshni Rao specialize in?
While Dr. Roshni Rao is a Surgical Oncology, they have specific expertise in Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Intraductal Papilloma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Surgical Oncology.
Does Dr. Roshni Rao participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Roshni Rao has published 70 articles and abstracts on conditions like Breast Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Roshni Rao's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Roshni Rao accept my insurance?
Dr. Roshni Rao accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 212-305-9676 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Breast CancerDr. Rao isDistinguished. Learn about Breast Cancer.
- Paget Disease of the BreastDr. Rao isDistinguished. Learn about Paget Disease of the Breast.
- Advanced
- AngiosarcomaDr. Rao isAdvanced. Learn about Angiosarcoma.
- Breast InfectionDr. Rao isAdvanced. Learn about Breast Infection.
- Breast LumpDr. Rao isAdvanced. Learn about Breast Lump.
- FibroadenomaDr. Rao isAdvanced. Learn about Fibroadenoma.
- Giant Mammary HamartomaDr. Rao isAdvanced. Learn about Giant Mammary Hamartoma.
- Inflammatory Breast CancerDr. Rao isAdvanced. Learn about Inflammatory Breast Cancer.
- Experienced
- BRCA Positive Breast CancerDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about BRCA Positive Breast Cancer.
- Breast Enlargement In MalesDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Breast Enlargement In Males.
- DICER1 SyndromeDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about DICER1 Syndrome.
- Fibrocystic Breast DiseaseDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Fibrocystic Breast Disease.
- GalactocoeleDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Galactocoele.
- Gallbladder RemovalDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Removal.