25 of the Best Surgical Oncologists Near Me

"Andrew Ashikari, MD, FACS, is a nationally acclaimed surgical oncologist with over 25 years of clinical practice in the New York metropolitan region.Dr. Ashikari's state-of-the-art care includes nipple-sparing mastectomy, a procedure he says enhances cosmetic outcome and provides effective medical benefit for women with breast cancer or who want to reduce hereditary risk. His expertise in this surgery is unparalleled-his team has performed some of the highest volumes of nipple sparing mastectomies than any breast center in the world.""I wanted to be a doctor from a young age,"" says Dr. Ashikari, who was inspired by his physician father. ""He started his breast cancer practice in Westchester back when there really was no such thing as a breast surgery practice.""Dr. Ashikari completed a surgical oncology fellowship at the University of Chicago and an internship and general surgery residency at Montefiore Medical Center/Albert Einstein College of Medicine. He then served as director of the Ashikari Breast Center in Dobbs Ferry and Cortlandt Manor, NY, before joining Northwell Health Physician Partners Breast Care Center at Northern Westchester Hospital and Physician Partners Breast Surgery at Phelps in 2021.Dr. Ashikari works with a highly skilled, interdisciplinary team, including medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, radiologists and genetic specialists to develop individualized treatment plans. Patients can promptly receive imaging, biopsy, surgical consultation, medical and radiation oncology consultations, and genetic information-all without leaving their community.Dr. Ashikari is widely published and has completed research on a variety of topics and clinical protocols, including breast cancer, prevention for high-risk patients, breast reconstruction, implants, and intraoperative radiotherapy. He is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons, the Society of Surgical Oncology, the New York Surgical Society, the American Society of Clinical Oncology, the New York Metropolitan Breast Group and the American Society of Breast Surgeons.When it comes to his patients, Dr. Ashikari says it's all about exceptional expertise-and a personal touch. ""Our team has so many years of valuable experience, and each team member is directly involved in patient care,"" he says. ""We're here to help them in every possible way.""". Dr. Ashikari is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Breast Infection, Fibrocystic Breast Disease, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Lymphadenectomy. Dr. Ashikari is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.

Running, cycling, swimming, racing, and being with my husband and puppy. Dr. Riall is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Gallbladder Disease, Pancreatectomy, and Gallbladder Removal. Dr. Riall is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Riall is currently accepting new patients.

David Bentrem is a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. He has been practicing medicine for over 30 years. Dr. Bentrem is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Stomach Cancer, Pancreatectomy, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy. Dr. Bentrem is board certified in American Board Of Surgery - Surgery (Certified).

Dwight Derisi is a Surgical Oncologist and a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Great Neck, New York. Dr. Derisi is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Intraductal Papilloma, Lymphadenectomy, and Mastectomy.

I enjoy outdoor activities, especially hiking, swimming, and biking, as well as spending quality time with family and friends. Dr. Choti is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Cancer, Neuroendocrine Tumor, Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery. Dr. Choti is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Choti is currently accepting new patients.

Luis Arroyo is a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in Stuart, Florida. He has been practicing medicine for over 40 years. Dr. Arroyo is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Intraductal Papilloma, and Lymphadenectomy. Dr. Arroyo is board certified in American Board Of Surgery, 1997.

Lindsey Beffa is a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. She has been practicing medicine for over 19 years. Dr. Beffa is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Endometrial Cancer, Vulvar Cancer, Malignant Mixed Mullerian Tumor, Bladder Reconstruction, and Gamma Knife Radiosurgery. Dr. Beffa is board certified in American Board Of Obstetrics And Gynecology, 2022.

"Matthew J. Weiss, MD, FACS, is deputy physician-in-chief and director of the surgical oncology program at Northwell Cancer Institute. He's a board-certified surgeon specializing in pancreas and liver diseases.With a relentless work ethic and strong desire to help people, Dr. Weiss always knew he wanted to be a doctor. ""I picked a field that allows me to tackle difficult problems and truly make an impact,"" he says.Dr. Weiss completed his residency in general surgery at Johns Hopkins Hospital and was dual fellowship trained in surgical oncology and hepatobiliary surgery at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center. He was previously chief of hepatobiliary surgery at Johns Hopkins, where he was also director of the Pancreas and Liver Multidisciplinary Clinics and the complex general surgical oncology fellowship. He also performed the first robotic Whipple at Johns Hopkins University. Joining Northwell in 2019, Dr. Weiss created a multidisciplinary team of surgeons, medical and radiation oncologists, geneticists, and other specialists who collaborate to create unique treatment plans for patients across the health system. ""Every cancer is different, and every patient is different,"" he says. ""Communication among multiple providers is the best way to ensure you're treating the entire person, properly,"" he says. Dr. Weiss's team also works with scientists from Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory and Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research to develop and run groundbreaking clinical trials. An international leader in both liver and pancreas surgery, Dr. Weiss has authored over 250 peer-reviewed publications in the field, and he's currently a professor of surgery and oncology at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell. ""Understanding both the science of the disease and the technological aspect of surgery is so important,"" he says. Dr. Weiss focuses on using cancer genetics to help find the right surgical approach for patients. When possible, he operates robotically using small incisions for faster healing, so patients don't have to wait as long to receive additional therapies that can improve outcomes. With recent advancements in the field, Dr. Weiss has been able to successfully perform high-risk surgeries that were turned down by other institutions. ""Being a surgeon is a tremendous responsibility, and I don't take it lightly,"" he says. ""I truly and deeply care about my patients and their families-I get to know them as people and am there throughout their entire journey. That's what I'm most proud of as a doctor.""". Dr. Weiss is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Neuroendocrine Tumor, Pancreatectomy, and Hepatectomy. Dr. Weiss is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.

Ganesh Rao, MD, is dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to Houston and nearby communities. Ganesh Rao specializes in Neurosurgery and works at BCM Neurosurgery. To make an appointment, please call (713) 798-4696. To review all accepted insurance carriers, please visit: https://www.stlukeshealth.org/patients-visitors/patients/billing-insurance/insurances-accepted. Dr. Rao is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), Posterior Fossa Tumor, Metastatic Brain Tumor, Awake Craniotomy, and Gamma Knife Radiosurgery. Dr. Rao is board certified in Board Recertification 2019, Re-Certification American Board Of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Rao is currently accepting new patients.

Brian Mckinley is a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in Greenville, South Carolina. Dr. Mckinley is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Angiosarcoma, Hernia Surgery, and Lymphadenectomy. Dr. Mckinley is currently accepting new patients.

"Charles Carmine Conte, MD, is a surgical oncologist with over three decades of experience. He specializes in every type of cancer, including breast cancer, gastrointestinal cancers and melanoma. Joining Northwell in 2004, Dr. Conte sees patients at Northwell Health Physician Partners Surgical Oncology at Lake Success, part of Monter Cancer Center.""Cancer doesn't follow any rules-every case is unique and complex,"" says Dr. Conte. ""That's why we take a comprehensive approach for each patient. We have surgeons, medical oncologists and radiation oncologists, as well as access to many diagnostic tools and clinical trials, all at this one center."" He is also affiliated with many Northwell hospitals for his patients' convenience.Dr. Conte trained at institutions across the Northeast, attending medical school at Dartmouth and completing a residency at Hartford Hospital and a fellowship at Roswell Park Cancer Institute. He is an associate professor of surgery at Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell and teaches surgical oncology residents at Northwell. ""I really enjoy teaching because students and residents are always questioning things,"" he says. ""Explaining my decisions to them helps keep me sharp as a doctor.""When it comes to his patients, Dr. Conte is passionate about delivering personalized care. ""I love the challenge of putting the best plan together for each individual person,"" he says. ""Seeing the positive impact it has on their lives is very rewarding.""". Dr. Conte is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Intraductal Papilloma, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Breast Infection, Lymphadenectomy, and Pancreatectomy. Dr. Conte is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.

Armando Giuliano is a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in West Hollywood, California. Dr. Giuliano is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Intraductal Papilloma, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Mastectomy, and Lymphadenectomy.

Alexander Shifrin, MD, is an endocrine surgeon with Atlantic Medical Group Surgical Associates of CentraState and surgical director, CentraState Endocrine Program. He is board-certified in surgery by the American Board of Surgery, and in endocrine neck ultrasound and ultrasound-guided thyroid biopsy by the American College of Endocrinology. In addition, he is the first endocrine surgeon in the United States to have board certification in endocrine surgery (FEBS), a designation available only through the European Board of Surgery. He completed two fellowship training programs: one in trauma and surgical critical care, and a second in endocrine surgery.A national and international leader in the management of complex endocrine diseases, Dr. Shifrin has specific expertise in minimally invasive surgical procedures to treat endocrine cancers and diseases of the thyroid, parathyroid, and adrenal glands. These include thyroid gland diseases such as: thyroid cancer, multinodular goiter, Graves’ disease; parathyroid gland diseases such as: primary hyperparathyroidism, secondary and tertiary hyperparathyroidism; adrenal gland diseases such as: Cushing’s syndrome, primary hyperaldosteronism (Conn’s syndrome), pheochromocytoma, and adrenal incidentaloma; familial endocrine syndromes; and other hereditary endocrine syndromes. Utilizing an evidence-based approach, Dr. Shifrin employs state-of-the-art techniques to perform hundreds of surgeries each year with precision, accuracy, and extremely high success rates. He works in collaboration with other specialists to provide patients leading-edge cancer treatments in a safe environment. He is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS), Fellow of the American College of Endocrinology (FACE), and Fellow of the International Society of Surgery (FISS).Dr. Shifrin has edited and authored several books and atlases, including the Atlas of Thyroid Surgery, Atlas of Parathyroid Surgery, Atlas of Adrenal Surgery, Atlas of Parathyroid Imaging and Pathology, Endocrine Emergencies, Advances in Treatment and Management in Surgical Endocrinology, and Endocrine Surgery Comprehensive Board Exam Guide, book chapters, and peer-reviewed papers. He is also a frequent speaker at national and international conferences.Dr. Shifrin pursued extensive surgery residency training at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, followed by Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center. Dr. Shifrin is a full Professor of Surgery at Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine and Clinical Associate Professor of Surgery at Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. He is a participating provider of the Atlantic Accountable Care Organization. Dr. Shifrin is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Parathyroid Hyperplasia, Familial Isolated Hyperparathyroidism, Hyperparathyroidism, Thyroid Cancer, and Thyroidectomy. Dr. Shifrin is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Shifrin is currently accepting new patients.

Rafael Andrade is a Surgical Oncologist and a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Dr. Andrade is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Esophageal Perforation, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, Thymectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Andrade is board certified in Thoracic And Cardiac Surgery: American Board Of Thoracic Surgery, 2004. Dr. Andrade is currently accepting new patients.

Joshua Winer is a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. He has been practicing medicine for over 22 years. Dr. Winer is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor, Mesenchymoma, Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Winer is board certified in American Board Of Surgery, 2016.

Erica Peters is a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. She has been practicing medicine for over 22 years. Dr. Peters is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Intraductal Papilloma, Angiosarcoma, Breast Cancer, and Paget Disease of the Breast. Dr. Peters is board certified in American Board Of Surgery, 2014.

Amanda Mendiola is a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in Akron, Ohio. Dr. Mendiola is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Breast Lump, Intraductal Papilloma, Mastectomy, and Lymphadenectomy. Dr. Mendiola is board certified in American Board Of Surgery, 2015.

John Abad is a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in Winfield, Illinois. He has been practicing medicine for over 24 years. Dr. Abad is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Stomach Cancer, Pancreatectomy, and Small Bowel Resection. Dr. Abad is board certified in American Board Of Surgery - Surgery (Certified).

Sepideh Gholami is a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in Lake Success, New York. Dr. Gholami is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Colorectal Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, Hepatectomy, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy. Dr. Gholami is board certified in American Board Of Surgery and American Board Of Surgery/Complex General Oncology.

Dr. Blansfield is a board-certified, fellowship-trained general surgeon specializing in surgical oncology. His clinical interests include pancreatic surgery, melanoma, endocrine surgery, esophageal cancer and minimally invasive surgery. His research interests include pancreatic cancer, melanoma and outcomes research. Dr. Blansfield earned his medical degree from Georgetown University. He completed his residency at Abington Memorial Hospital and his fellowship in surgical oncology at the National Institutes of Health Center for Cancer Research. Dr. Blansfield is certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Blansfield is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor, Pancreatectomy, and Splenectomy. Dr. Blansfield is board certified in The American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Blansfield is currently accepting new patients.

James Jakub is a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in Jacksonville, Florida. Dr. Jakub is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Melanoma, Angiosarcoma, Mastectomy, and Lymphadenectomy.

Kelly Lafaro, MD, MPH, is a general surgeon with a specialty in gastrointestinal surgical oncology and hepatobiliary surgery. She is part of the Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center. Dr. Lafaro earned her medical degree from Tulane University School of Medicine and completed her residency at New York-Presbyterian/Columbia University Irving Medical Center. Her fellowship in complex general surgical oncology was completed at City of Hope National Medical Center. Dr. Lafaro’s expertise includes pancreatic adenocarcinoma, neuroendocrine tumors, minimally invasive pancreatic and liver surgeries, and colorectal liver metastases. In addition to her clinical experience, Dr. Lafaro is published in the field of liver and pancreatic cancer. She is interested in the improvement of surgical and post-surgical outcomes. Dr. Lafaro is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma, Neuroendocrine Tumor, Pancreatectomy, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy. Dr. Lafaro is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.

Pat Whitworth is a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in Nashville, Tennessee. Dr. Whitworth is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Lump, Intraductal Papilloma, and Lymphadenectomy.

Dr. Grant is a Surgical Oncologist who specializes in breast cancer. He is board certified in general surgery with training in breast surgery.Dr. Grant attended medical school at The University of Texas Medical School in Houston, TX. He then completed his residency in General Surgery at Baylor University Medical Center in Dallas, part of Baylor Scott & White Health, and a fellowship in Surgical Oncology of the Breast at Baylor Dallas.Dr. Grant believes in the importance of communicating any and all information necessary for his patients to make good medical decisions concerning their own personal diagnoses.Dr. Grant is the principal investigator for the National Surgical Adjuvant Breast Project (NSABP) clinical trials for Baylor Dallas. NSABP is a nationwide cooperative research group conducting studies dedicated to finding treatment for and reducing incidence of breast cancer.He also partakes in studies for gamma-probe guided resection of the sentinel lymph node in breast cancer and breast fine needle aspiration of women at high risk for breast cancer.Dr. Grant is married with two kids and enjoys spending time with his family and dogs. Dr. Grant is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Intraductal Papilloma, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, and Lymphadenectomy. Dr. Grant is board certified in General Surgery- American Board Of Surgery/General Surgery and General Surgery- American Board Of Surgery.

Pond Remsen Kelemen, MD, is a surgical oncologist focused on breast surgery with over two decades of experience. He also offers comprehensive surgical treatment of skin cancer, with a focus on Melanoma.Dr. Kelemen was interested in medicine from a young age, volunteering at his local hospital and working as an orderly throughout high school and college. He went on to complete an anatomic pathology residency at University of Illinois at Chicago, a general surgery residency at University of Chicago Hospitals, and a surgical oncology fellowship at The John Wayne Cancer Institute in California. His career experience includes over 20 years as a cancer surgeon who now focuses his practice and research on breast health, high risk screening and management of breast cancers, melanoma and other skin cancers.Dr. Kelemen joined Northwell Health Physician Partners Breast Care Center at Northern Westchester Hospital and Physician Partners Breast Surgery at Phelps in 2021. He works as part of a highly skilled, interdisciplinary team, including medical oncologists, radiation oncologists and genetic specialists to develop individualized treatment plans. Patients can promptly receive imaging, biopsy, consultations and treatment all without leaving their community. When it comes to his patients, Dr. Kelemen prides himself on his communication skills and even taught himself to speak Spanish to better connect with more patients.Passionate about research, Dr. Kelemen has completed studies on the techniques of intraoperative radiation, as well as the use of genotyping in early breast cancer. Studying the genetic makeup of tumors allows us to personalized treatment as much possible when it comes to diagnosis and treatment, says Dr. Kelemen. He has presented at national conferences and is widely published on these topics.Dr. Kelemen is also an associate professor of surgery at Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell, where he teaches students the importance of character. To become a doctor, you have to learn about organic chemistry, he says. But what are you going to do at 3 in the morning when you have a problem that's hard to solve? How are you going to treat that patient at that time? Tenacity and devotion are among the most important things in medicine. Dr. Kelemen is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Fibrocystic Breast Disease, Paget Disease of the Breast, Intraductal Papilloma, and Lymphadenectomy. Dr. Kelemen is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.