Contact & Appointment Information
Breast Cancer Surgical Treatment
1283 York Avenue, 4th Floor
New York, NY 10065
Phone: (646) 962-4240
Department: Breast Cancer Surgery
About Dr. Rache M. Simmons, M.D.
Few surgeons in breast cancer care match Dr. Rache M. Simmons, M.D. She leads the field nationwide and worldwide. Dr. Simmons changes patient treatment. She joins new science with strong focus on life quality.
Castle Connolly names her a top doctor. She leads small-cut methods. She teaches at Weill Cornell Medical College. She provides top care at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital.
This blog reviews her career, key advances, and patient-first views. These shape breast cancer care now.
A Leader in Breast Cancer Surgery
Breast cancer care changed a lot in recent decades. Early goals stressed only survival. Now top surgeons like Dr. Simmons seek cure plus good life.
Dr. Rache M. Simmons focuses on:
Breast cancer surgery Oncoplastic surgery Small-cut breast work Sentinel node biopsy Lumpectomy and mastectomy Breast rebuild planning
Her main idea: Patients need strong treatment and best body and mind results.
School Background and Training
Dr. Rache M. Simmons started in medicine with solid school work:
M.D. from Duke University School of Medicine, 1988 Undergrad at Duke University
She trained in surgery at University of North Carolina. Then she did a breast oncology fellowship at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital.
Her top skills in training earned her a faculty spot. This launched her long career at a leading U.S. medical center.
Key Advances in Breast Surgery
Dr. Rache M. Simmons goes beyond surgery. She creates new standards.
Skin and Areola Sparing Mastectomy
She helped create methods like:
Skin-sparing mastectomy Areola-sparing mastectomy
These keep:
Breast’s natural skin Nipple-areolar area
Patients look more natural after. Scars blend in well.
“Hidden Scar” Breast Surgery
Dr. Rache M. Simmons certifies in Hidden Scar Breast Surgery. It:
Puts cuts in hidden spots Cuts down seen scars Boosts looks after
This helps patients who worry about body looks post-surgery.
Cryoablation: No-Cut Option
Dr. Simmons advanced cryoablation. It freezes tumors with cold.
She became:
First surgeon in New York area to test it Main researcher in a big NIH trial
Cryoablation treats benign lumps like fibroadenomas. It may treat some breast cancers without cuts.
This points to care that:
Uses smaller steps Speeds recovery Betters looks Active Researcher and Teacher
Dr. Rache M. Simmons adds much to research and teaching.
She lists:
Over 100 reviewed science papers Many book parts Talks at over 100 U.S. and world meetings
Her studies cover:
Small-cut surgery Better looks in breast work New cancer tools
She guides surgeons everywhere in breast cancer care.
Media Spotlight and Public Reach
Big news covers Dr. Simmons’ work, like:
CNN CBS Evening News Good Morning America Fox News ABC News
The Oprah Winfrey Show showed her breast surgery advances.
Her studies hit papers such as:
The Wall Street Journal New York Magazine
She teaches the public on new breast cancer care.
Leadership Roles
Dr. Simmons leads in medicine.
Past roles include:
President, American Society of Breast Surgeons Member, American Board of Surgery Oncology Committee Board, Commission on Cancer Advisor, Susan G. Komen Foundation
She helps:
Set U.S. rules Guide policy Push new cancer care
Awards and Honors
Dr. Simmons earns top awards, such as:
Castle Connolly Top Doctor Best Doctors in America New York SuperDoctors (top 5%) New York Magazine Best Doctors U.S. News & World Report top doctor
These show her steady skill and lead.
Patient-First Approach
Dr. Simmons centers on patients.
Her views stress:
Small-Cut Care
Lowers surgery harm but keeps results.
Top Looks
Patients feel good about looks after.
Team Care
See many experts in one stop for better plans.
Clear Talks
Learn all choices before decide.
Team Care Strength
Dr. Simmons uses team care.
Her breast center has:
Surgeons Oncologists Radiologists Pathologists
All in one place.
This brings:
Quick diagnosis Joint plans Stronger results Online Visits for Easy Access
Dr. Simmons does virtual visits. Patients can:
Talk from home Get expert help no travel Keep steady care
Great for busy people or those far from New York City.
Wide Skills
Dr. Simmons handles many breast procedures:
Breast cancer surgery Oncoplastic surgery Lumpectomy Mastectomy Sentinel node biopsy Breast biopsy Benign breast issues
She blends cancer safety with fine looks.
Insurance Options
Dr. Simmons takes many plans, like:
Aetna Cigna United Healthcare Medicare Blue Cross/Blue Shield
Call her office to check your coverage.
Changing Lives with Surgery
Breast cancer surgery changes lives for many.
Dr. Simmons gets this.
Her care lets patients:
Go back to normal with trust Feel complete after Move on strong
Her focus on heal and heart sets her mark.
Why Choose Dr. Rache M. Simmons
Patients pick Dr. Simmons for her:
Global skill New surgery methods Kind care Strong success Focus on looks
Final Thoughts
Dr. Rache M. Simmons, M.D., points to the future of breast cancer surgery. It blends new methods, skill, and care for stronger patient results.
Her key advances in small-cut procedures, her role as a leader in medicine, and her firm focus on patients rank her among the top surgeons globally.
Those facing breast cancer find more than care from Dr. Simmons. She brings hope, trust, and clear next steps.
FAQs
Q. What is Dr. Rache M. Simmons known for?
She leads in small-cut and scar-minimizing breast cancer operations.
Q. What is “Hidden Scar” surgery?
It hides scars by using cuts in hard-to-see spots.
Q. What is cryoablation?
A no-cut way to kill tumors with very cold temps.