Yana Puckett
Expertise in
15
conditions
Expertise in
15
conditions

Overview

Dr. Yana Puckett is a board-certified general surgeon and complex general surgical oncologist with Orlando Health Cancer Institute. She specializes in breast surgical oncology, and her expertise includes: Nipple-sparing mastectomy Lumpectomy Breast biopsy Lymph node biopsy and dissection Surgery for high-risk patients Cosmetic breast surgery Hidden scar breast surgery Integrative nutrition Dr. Puckett believes in compassionate, evidence-based, individualized care with a focus on surgical excellence and long-term outcomes. She strives to empower her patients with knowledge, guiding them through complex decisions with clarity and empathy, and integrating survivorship into every stage of treatment. Dr. Puckett’s Training Dr. Puckett earned a bachelor’s degree in chemistry at New York University and received her medical training from Ross University in Dominica. She earned a master’s degree in health outcomes research and evaluation sciences, a Master of Public Health with highest honors and completed a research fellowship at St. Louis University in Missouri. Dr. Puckett received a Master of Business Administration and completed a general surgery residency at Texas Tech University in Lubbock. Her training continued with a fellowship in complex general surgical oncology at the University of Wisconsin in Madison. About Dr. Puckett Dr. Puckett is board certified in general surgery and complex general surgical oncology by the American Board of Surgery. She holds additional certifications in integrative nutrition and DaVinci robotic surgery. Her research has been published in numerous peer-reviewed medical journals and books, and she has presented her work at national conferences. Outside of work, Dr. Puckett enjoys spending time with family, staying active, reading, traveling and exploring new cultures. She is fluent in English and Russian.

Dr. Puckett is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Fibroadenoma, Intraductal Papilloma, Giant Mammary Hamartoma, Colostomy, and Gastrostomy.

Dr. Puckett is board certified in American Board Of Surgery, American Board Of Surgery - General Surgery, and American Board Of Surgery -Complex General Surgical Oncology. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 44 peer reviewed articles.

Graduate Institution

Ross University

Residency

Texas Tech University

Specialties

Surgical Oncology
General Surgery

Licenses

Surgery in WV

Board Certifications

American Board Of Surgery
American Board Of Surgery - General Surgery
American Board Of Surgery -Complex General Surgical Oncology

Fellowships

University of Wisconsin- Madison

Hospital Affiliations

Candler Hospital
Orlando Health South Lake Hospital
St Joseph's Hospital - Savannah

Languages Spoken

English
Russian

Gender

Female

Insurance

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
CareFirst
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
CareSource
  • HMO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicare
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Orlando Health Cancer Institute Breast Care & Gynecologic Cancer Center - Clermont
1900 Don Wickham Dr., Clermont, FL 34711

Clinical Research

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MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Yana Puckett is classified as an Advanced expert for Fibroadenoma, 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. Yana Puckett specialize in?

While Dr. Yana Puckett is a Surgical Oncology, they have specific expertise in Fibroadenoma, Intraductal Papilloma, and Giant Mammary Hamartoma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Surgical Oncology.

Does Dr. Yana Puckett participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Yana Puckett has published 44 articles and abstracts on conditions like Fibroadenoma. You can view a list of Dr. Yana Puckett's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

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Dr. Yana Puckett accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 321-841-1869 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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