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Monica G. Valero, MD, is an Assistant Professor of Surgery (Surgical Oncology) at Yale Cancer Center and Smilow Cancer Hospital. She specializes in breast cancer treatment and leads the Hispanic Breast Cancer Program, focusing on reducing disparities in care for Hispanic women. Dr. Valero’s roles include surgical oncologist, program director, and researcher.
Education:
- MD: Universidad Central de Venezuela Medical School (Caracas, Venezuela)
- Residency: Brigham and Women’s Hospital/Dana-Farber Cancer Institute (Boston, MA)
- Fellowship: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (New York, NY)
Research & Clinical Focus:
- Breast-conserving surgery and axillary management
- Racial/ethnic disparities in breast cancer outcomes
- Equity in healthcare access for underserved populations
- Quality improvement initiatives to optimize surgical care
Program Highlights:
- Hispanic Breast Cancer Program: Addresses cultural and social barriers, offers bilingual care, and mobile mammography services.
- Patient navigation to reduce diagnostic delays.
Clinical Expertise: Breast surgical oncology, minimally invasive procedures, and multidisciplinary care integration.
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