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Dr. Scott Karlan, MD

Surgical Oncology*
4.9 (31)
Map Pin Small West Hollywood, CA
Accepting new patients
42 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Scott Karlan, MD

Dr. Scott Karlan, MD is a Surgical Oncology Specialist in West Hollywood, CA. They specialize in Surgical Oncology, has 42 years of experience, and is board certified in General Surgery. They graduated from HARVARD Medical School and is affiliated with Cedars - Sinai Medical Center. Patients rated Dr. Karlan an average 4.9 star rating.

Dr. Karlan works at Saul and Joyce Brandman Breast Center- A Project of Women's Guild at Samuel Oschin Comprehensive Can in West Hollywood, CA. They frequently treat conditions like Breast Lump along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Karlan's Office Locations

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    Saul and Joyce Brandman Breast Center- A Project of Women's Guild at Samuel Oschin Comprehensive Can
    310 N San Vicente Blvd # 3, West Hollywood, CA 90048 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (310) 423-9331

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  • Cedars - Sinai Medical Center

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Male Breast Cancer
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Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Pineal Region Tumors
Secondary Malignancies
Thyroid Nodule
Ulcerative Colitis
Adjacent Tissue Transfer
Breast Augmentation
Breast Reconstruction
Excision of Breast Tumor
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Puncture Aspiration
Wound Repair
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    Specialties*
    • Surgical Oncology

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    Years of Experience
    • 42 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1982688982
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    Education & Certifications

    Medical Education
    • HARVARD Medical School
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • General Surgery
    Board Certifications
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    Dr. Scott Karlan, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Karlan is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

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    Dr. Karlan works at Saul and Joyce Brandman Breast Center- A Project of Women's Guild at Samuel Oschin Comprehensive Can in West Hollywood, CA. View the full address on Dr. Karlan’s profile.

    Dr. Karlan has seen patients for Breast Lump, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Karlan on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    31 patients have reviewed Dr. Karlan. The overall rating for this provider is 4.9. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Karlan.

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