Dr. Vanderwalde is a fellowship-trained breast surgeon, and board-certified by the American Board of Surgery. The focus of her practice is treating patients with breast concerns, ranging from routine breast surveillance and benign breast conditions to the management of breast cancer.
Specially trained to treat disease of the breast, Dr. Vanderwalde has the expertise needed to help you make the best decision for your health concern. While most conditions are benign, any new breast concern deserves timely and immediate attention by a specialist. Dr. Vanderwalde understands the uncertainty that may accompany any new breast exam finding. She is kind and compassionate, and will involve you in every aspect of your care. She will take the time to answer all of your questions and be sure that you have a clear understanding of the treatment plan and recommended follow up. Dr. Vanderwalde is proficient in the use of breast ultrasound and ultrasound guided procedures, as well as skin-sparing and nipple-sparing mastectomy techniques. Dr. Vanderwalde is a member of the American Society of Breast Surgeons and is dedicated to the continued improvement in the care of people with breast disorders.
Years In Practice14
Primary Specialty
Surgeon
GenderFemale
EducationUndergraduate: Columbia College, Columbia University, New York, NY
Medical School: University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, Philadelphia, PA
TrainingInternship, General Surgery: Kaiser Foundation Hospital, Los Angeles, CA
Residency, General Surgery: Kaiser Foundation Hospital, Los Angeles, CA
Fellowship, Breast Oncology: Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA
AffiliationsCedars-Sinai Medical Center Brandman Breast Center
CertificationBoard certified, American Board of Surgery.
ServicesBreast cancer surveillance Breast ultrasound Ultrasound guided biopsy Accelerated partial breast irradiation catheter insertion Computerized breast cancer risk assessment Surgical breast biopsy Ultrasound guided wire localization Lumpectomy Sentinel lymph node biopsy Axillary lymph node dissection Skin-sparing mastectomy Nipple-sparing mastectomy Modified radical mastectomy Immediate breast reconstruction in conjunction with a plastic surgeon Multidisciplinary breast cancer evaluation