25 of the Best Surgical Oncologists Near Me

Marc Mandel, MD, FACS, is a surgeon specializing in general surgery, breast surgery, and surgical oncology with Atlantic Health Partners (AHP). Board-certified in general surgery by the American Board of Surgery, he has more than 35 years of experience evaluating, diagnosing and performing surgical procedures and has specialized experience in general and oncologic surgery of the breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue as well as complex hernia repair. He is dedicated to providing compassionate, personalized care to each patient and is an active participant in the tumor boards at Overlook Medical Center.Dr. Mandel obtained a BA in biochemistry and studio fine arts from Brandeis University and subsequently received a master’s in physiology from Georgetown University. He earned his MD at Albert Einstein College of Medicine and completed his surgical residency at Yale University where he served as the administrative chief resident.Remaining at Yale as academic faculty, Dr. Mandel was an assistant professor of surgery and acting chief of trauma during the Gulf War. He also had a joint appointment in the division of surgical oncology where he was mentored by several prominent oncologic surgeons in a variety of disciplines, among them breast, gastrointestinal, and pancreatic surgery. Dr. Mandel has held important leadership roles during his career and is currently the director of surgical education and chief, division of general surgery in addition to other significant roles. Dr. Mandel prides himself as a surgical educator and was awarded Surgical Teacher of the Year at Columbia University Medical Center. He was honored by the American Cancer Society at the Diamond Ball in 2017 and was a National Award winner as Cancer Liaison by the America College of Surgeons in 2024. Dr. Mandel has been a constant on most Top Doctor lists for 20 years.Dr. Mandel is a fellow of both the American College of Surgeons and the Society of Surgical Oncologists and was an early member of the American Society of Breast Surgeons. In keeping with his training as an academic surgeon, he has been clinical faculty at Columbia University, College of Physicians and Surgeons, as a clinical assistant professor of surgery since 1992. He is a participating provider of the Atlantic Accountable Care Organization. Dr. Mandel is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Lymphadenectomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Mandel is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Mandel is currently accepting new patients.

Gregory Gressel is a Surgical Oncologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 15 years. Dr. Gressel is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ovarian Cancer, Endometrial Cancer, Sertoli-Leydig Cell Tumor, Hysterectomy, and Salpingo-Oophorectomy. Dr. Gressel is board certified in American Board Of Obstetrics And Gynecology and American Board Of Obstetrics And Gynecology.

When I am not at work, I love spending time with my family, playing with my kids, riding bikes, playing tennis, swimming, that sort of thing. I love reading fiction, non fiction and poetry. Dr. Breard is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Nodules, Hiatal Hernia, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Breard is board certified in American Board Of Thoracic Surgery-Thoracic & Cardiac Surgery. Dr. Breard is currently accepting new patients.

An expert in the treatment of breast cancer, Dr. Cheryl Ewing is a breast surgeon at the UCSF Carol Franc Buck Breast Care Center in San Francisco and the UCSF Breast Cancer Center in Marin. Ewing helped develop two breast surgeries, the lumpectomy with partial breast reconstruction and the nipple-sparing mastectomy. Ewing earned an undergraduate degree at the University of Michigan and her medical degree at Wayne State University. She then completed a fellowship in surgical oncology at the University of Chicago. Before joining UCSF Medical Center in 2001, Ewing directed the University of Chicago's multidisciplinary breast cancer program and had a private practice at St. Vincent Hospital in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Ewing has received numerous awards, including a Susan G. Komen local hero award and a professional development travel award for women in medicine. Dr. Ewing is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Angiosarcoma, Mastectomy, and Lymphadenectomy. Dr. Ewing is board certified in American Board Of Surgery, General Surgery. Dr. Ewing is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Susan Bahl, MD, FACS, is a distinguished Breast Surgeon who recently joined Johns Hopkins, practicing at both Howard County Medical Center and Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center. A strong advocate for women's health, Dr. Bahl brings over a decade of experience in providing state-of-the-art, evidence-based breast care within multidisciplinary settings. She has a passion for delivering personalized treatment plans to patients, specializing in both benign and malignant breast diseases. Before joining Johns Hopkins, Dr. Bahl served as the Medical Director of the Frederick Health Breast Center, where she founded a NAPBC-accredited multidisciplinary breast cancer clinic. In this role, she helped streamline the treatment process for newly diagnosed breast cancer patients by coordinating care between breast surgeons, medical oncologists, and radiation oncologists. Dr. Bahl also co-directed a Breast Screening and Prevention Program designed for high-risk women, integrating genetic testing, risk-reduction surgeries, and chemo-prevention strategies. Her commitment to patient-centered care and leadership in breast health make her a valuable addition to the Johns Hopkins community. Dr. Bahl is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Angiosarcoma, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, and Lymphadenectomy. Dr. Bahl is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.

Alicia Fanning is a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in Beachwood, Ohio. She has been practicing medicine for over 37 years. Dr. Fanning is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Angiosarcoma, Intraductal Papilloma, and Mastectomy. Dr. Fanning is board certified in American Board Of Surgery, 2003.

Sayee Kiran is a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in Royal Oak, Michigan. She has been practicing medicine for over 15 years. Dr. Kiran is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Intraductal Papilloma, Paget Disease of the Breast, Giant Mammary Hamartoma, and Mastectomy. Dr. Kiran is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Kiran is currently accepting new patients.

Margaret Mary Sacco, MD, FACS, is a fellowship-trained surgeon, a founding member of Atlantic Breast Associates, and director of breast surgery at Chilton Medical Center. She is part of Atlantic Medical Group, with privileges at Overlook, Morristown, and Chilton medical centers. Board-certified in surgery by the American Board of Surgery, and fellowship-trained in surgical oncology, with more than 30 years of experience, Dr. Sacco specializes in the treatment of benign and malignant breast diseases.Believing in an individualized, multidisciplinary approach for her patients, Dr. Sacco treats each person with directed care and compassion from diagnosis through treatment. Her specialties include minimally invasive biopsies with hidden scar surgery, breast conserving surgery, sentinel lymph node biopsy, and skin and nipple-sparing mastectomy. She works collaboratively with plastic surgeons, offering immediate reconstruction when possible, and she has access to clinical trials through the Carol G. Simon Cancer Center, allowing her to offer her patients the latest treatments.After earning her medical degree from Drexel University’s Hahnemann University School of Medicine, Dr. Sacco completed her general surgery training and fellowship training in surgical oncology at UMDNJ, Newark. She is active in weekly breast tumor boards at both Overlook and Morristown medical centers. In addition, Dr. Sacco runs the breast tumor conferences at Chilton Medical Center and was instrumental in getting the National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers certification.Dr. Sacco is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS). She has been recognized by Castle Connolly as a Top Doctor in the NY Metro area for several years and has been included in Inside Jersey magazine Top Doctors, Top Doctors for Cancer Care, and Top Doctors for Women’s Health each of the last several years. She has received the Patient’s Choice Award and is listed in The Guide to America’s Top Surgeons.Dr. Sacco is a participating provider of the Atlantic Accountable Care Organization. Dr. Sacco is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Intraductal Papilloma, Breast Lump, and Lymphadenectomy. Dr. Sacco is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Sacco is currently accepting new patients.

I enjoy spending time with my family, cooking, woodworking, hiking, reading, and meditation. Dr. Ramanathan is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 2, Desmoplastic Small Round Cell Tumor, Pancreatectomy, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy. Dr. Ramanathan is board certified in American Board Of Surgery and American Board Of Surgery/Complex General Oncology. Dr. Ramanathan is currently accepting new patients.

Melvin Silverstein is a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in Newport Beach, California. Dr. Silverstein is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Intraductal Papilloma, Mastectomy, and Lymphadenectomy.

Dr. Michael Alvarado is a cancer surgeon who cares for patients with breast cancer and melanoma at the UCSF Helen Diller Family Comprehensive Cancer Center at Mount Zion. In his research, Alvarado conducts trials of radiation therapy for breast cancer. He also studies blood-based and molecular markers with the goal of improving breast cancer screening. Alvarado earned a master's degree in chemistry at the University of Arizona and a medical degree at Dartmouth College’s Geisel School of Medicine. After completing a residency at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center, he completed a surgical oncology fellowship at the H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center and Research Institute at the University of South Florida. Dr. Alvarado is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Melanoma, Paget Disease of the Breast, Mastectomy, and Lymphadenectomy. Dr. Alvarado is board certified in American Board Of Surgery, General Surgery. Dr. Alvarado is currently accepting new patients.

Kelly Mcmasters is a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in Louisville, Kentucky. He has been practicing medicine for over 43 years. Dr. Mcmasters is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Melanoma, Angiosarcoma, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Mastectomy, and Hepatectomy. Dr. Mcmasters is board certified in American Board Of Surgery, Surgery (General Surgery) - 1995. Dr. Mcmasters is currently accepting new patients.

John Pellegrino, MD, is a breast surgeon with Atlantic Medical Group, fellowship-trained in breast oncology, and board-certified in general surgery by the American Board of Surgery. He works in concert with the comprehensive cancer care located at the Statesir Cancer Center at CentraState Medical Center, which includes a nationally recognized breast cancer program and a high-risk screening program.With more than 25 years of experience as an attending surgeon, Dr. Pellegrino has a reputation as a kind and compassionate surgeon, taking his patients’ comfort and concerns to heart. He is careful to thoroughly explain their condition and his procedures to patients so that they feel less anxious and more informed.Dr. Pellegrino earned his medical degree from Creighton University, Omaha, NE, then completed his surgical internship and residency at Saint Barnabas Medical Center, Livingston, NJ, where he was named chief resident. His post-residency training in breast oncology was performed at Memorial Sloan Kettering Hospital, NYC.Sharing knowledge and experience is a strong value to Dr. Pellegrino. He has served as instructor to residents in surgery and medical students as well as speaking regularly to various physician and civic groups on breast surgery, breast diseases and breast cancer. Dr. Pellegrino is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and the American Society of Breast Surgeons. Dr. Pellegrino is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Fibroadenoma, and Breast Infection. Dr. Pellegrino is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Pellegrino is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Julie Lange is an assistant professor of surgery, dermatology and oncology at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Dr. Lange was one of the original members of the Johns Hopkins melanoma group when it was first formed in 1995 and now serves as a clinical co-director of the Melanoma Program. Dr. Lange introduced the sentinel node technique to Johns Hopkins for both melanoma and breast cancer in the 1990s and has extensive experience with this technique. Dr. Lange is a graduate of the Vanderbilt University School of Medicine and completed her general surgery training at Yale-New Haven Hospital. She completed a fellowship in surgical oncology and immunotherapy at the Surgery Branch of the National Cancer Institute as well. Dr. Lange joined the faculty of the Department of Surgery at Johns Hopkins in 1994 and subsequently earned a Sc.M. in clinical investigation at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. She has particular interest in melanoma at extremes of age, and in the factors associated with variance in melanoma care. Dr. Lange has published the largest study of melanoma in children, adolescents and young adults. She recognizes that melanoma in the older patient is a growing epidemic and has investigated the socioeconomic, demographic and healthcare factors that influence the treatment of melanoma in older persons. Dr. Lange is a member of the melanoma panel of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network, a group that annually evaluates and revises national treatment guidelines for melanoma. In 2015, she was inducted for her work into the Miller-Coulson Academy of Clinical Excellence, which recognizes outstanding clinicians at Johns Hopkins based on a number of factors, including communication and interpersonal skills, professionalism and humanism, a scholarly approach to clinical practice, and a passion for patient care. Dr. Lange is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Melanoma, Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Angiosarcoma, and Lymphadenectomy. Dr. Lange is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.

Peter Turk is a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Turk is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Angiosarcoma, Small Bowel Resection, and Lymphadenectomy.

Meghan Forster is a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Forster is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Melanoma, Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Angiosarcoma, and Lymphadenectomy. Dr. Forster is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Forster is currently accepting new patients.

Akhil Chawla is a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. He has been practicing medicine for over 16 years. Dr. Chawla is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gallbladder Adenocarcinoma, Gallbladder Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatectomy, and Small Bowel Resection. Dr. Chawla is board certified in American Board Of Surgery - Complex General Surgical Oncology (Certified).

Corinne Costellic is a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in Troy, Michigan. She has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Costellic is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Intraductal Papilloma, and Lymphadenectomy. Dr. Costellic is board certified in American Osteopathic Board Of Surgery. Dr. Costellic is currently accepting new patients.

Christopher Verdone is a Surgical Oncologist and a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Newark, Delaware. Dr. Verdone is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Intraductal Papilloma, Giant Mammary Hamartoma, Breast Cancer, and Fibroadenoma.

Lauren Kopicky is a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. She has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Kopicky is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Intraductal Papilloma, Fibroadenoma, and Mastectomy. Dr. Kopicky is board certified in American Osteopathic Board Of Surgery, 2018.

"Kenneth K. Lee, MD, graduated Cum Laude from Harvard University with his BA in Chemistry, and continued on to the University of Chicago where he graduated with his MD in 1981. He also stayed at the University of Chicago for his surgical residency, becoming chief resident in 1987. His certifications include general surgery by the American Board of Surgery and also advanced trauma life support. His honors include being named one of the ""Best Doctors in America"" for 1996 - 2001 and receiving the Henry T. Bahnson Teaching Award in 2002.". Dr. Lee is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Ampullary Cancer, Pancreatectomy, and Small Bowel Resection. Dr. Lee is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Lee is currently accepting new patients.

David Ollila is a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Ollila is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Melanoma, Breast Cancer, Merkel Cell Carcinoma, Mastectomy, and Lymphadenectomy.

Philosophy of care | I pride myself on taking care of people, not diseases or body parts. | People come with histories, belief systems, truths and misconceptions about their diagnoses based on their prior experiences and those of others. I try to understand and appreciate where they’re coming from and all aspects of their life when treating them. | A cancer diagnosis can be frightening, and I don’t take that lightly. Patients allow me into their lives at what may be the scariest time ever for them. I try to include the family in treatment because family is important and the diagnosis involves everybody, not just one person. | I’m a member of the breast cancer multidisciplinary consultation team. Together, we review your diagnostic information and give you a written opinion reflecting the scope of your condition and recommendations for your best course of care. | Why I entered medicine | I was born and raised in Allentown, and Lehigh Valley Health Network has been part of my family as long as I can remember. | I grew up on the South Side of Allentown, not far from the LVH–Cedar Crest campus when it was a single building in what seemed the middle of a cornfield. My mother was treated for breast and lung cancer there. My father was treated for Legionnaire’s disease there. My brother was treated there for osteochondrosarcoma, a bone and cartilage cancer. I came from a family of blue-collar workers and nobody had been to college, but my family’s experience with cancer and disease inspired me to go to medical school and become a cancer surgeon. | Community involvement | I’m part of anything affiliated with breast cancer fundraising. I don’t belong to a lot of philanthropic organizations outside the hospital, but I participate in any activities the hospital sponsors, particularly when they’re related to breast cancer. | Personal interests | I collect shoes, and have for many years. Some are vintage or from notable designers who people might know from various TV shows, like Manolo Blahnik. I have a room in my home just for shoes, but they’re not strictly for display – I wear them every day. | As a woman in medicine who takes care of predominantly women, this is something fun I can share. In fact, I’ve become known for it, so new patients often look first at my feet to see what I’m wearing! I also enjoy Peloton, which is a type of stationary exercise bike with a large screen that allows you to connect with a community of users. It’s like a fitness Facebook except everybody doesn’t know all your business. My username is HellonHeelz. Dr. Alfonse is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Angiosarcoma, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, and Lymphadenectomy. Dr. Alfonse is board certified in American Osteopathic Board Of Surgery - Surgery (General Surgery).

Kristin Brill is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Sewell, New Jersey. Dr. Brill is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Angiosarcoma, Intraductal Papilloma, Lymphadenectomy, and Mastectomy. Dr. Brill is board certified in Surgery and General. Dr. Brill is currently accepting new patients.

Marianne Melnik is a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in Grand Rapids, Michigan. She has been practicing medicine for over 43 years. Dr. Melnik is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Lymphadenectomy, and Mastectomy. Dr. Melnik is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Melnik is currently accepting new patients.