Summary

Dr. Catherine Plzak is a surgical oncologist who specializes in surgery and oncology, with particular expertise in surgical oncology. She earned her medical degree from Jefferson Medical College and completed her residency training at both Bryn Mawr Hospital and Thomas Jefferson University Hospital. Dr. Plzak speaks English with her patients.

Dr. Plzak practices at Temple Health Chestnut Hill Hospital and sees patients at WellSpan Breast Care locations in Chambersburg and Waynesboro, Pennsylvania. She focuses on treating breast cancer, including metastatic or recurrent cases, and Paget disease of the breast. Her surgical expertise includes performing brain tumor biopsies and pathology procedures. Patients have given Dr. Plzak an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.5
  • 27 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Bryn Mawr Hospital
  • 3 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 3 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Catherine Plzak has 2 locations

WellSpan Breast Care - Chambersburg

22 St Paul Dr Ste 207Chambersburg, PA 17201
Mon7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

WellSpan Breast Care - Waynesboro

601 E Main StWaynesboro, PA 17268
MonClosed
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
WedClosed
ThuClosed
FriClosed
SatClosed
SunClosed

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4.5 
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40 Years of Experience 40 Years of Experience 36 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks Spanish, English Speaks Spanish, English Speaks Spanish, Chinese
Chambersburg , PABrandywine , MDHagerstown , MDHagerstown , MD
Med School: Jefferson Medical College Med School: Univ Tecnologica De Santiago Escuela De Medicina Campus Med School: Leopold Franzen - Univ Innsbruck Med Fac Austria Med School: Dow Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Catherine Plzak

  • Aetna
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriHealth - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • AmeriHealth Caritas
  • AmeriHealth Caritas - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Capital Blue Cross
  • Cigna
  • Gateway Health
  • Gateway Health - Medicaid
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Keystone First
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Optima Health - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • State Farm
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UPMC Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Catherine Plzak has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Catherine Plzak has the following 3 areas of expertise

  • General Surgery
  • Oncology
  • Surgical Oncology

Certifications, License, & Education

Catherine Plzak holds an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Bryn Mawr Hospital and Thomas Jefferson University Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Jefferson Medical College.

NPI Number

Catherine Plzak's NPI number is 1083700066.

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Which hospitals is Catherine Plzak affiliated with?
Catherine Plzak is affiliated with Temple Health Chestnut Hill Hospital.
Where is Catherine Plzak's office located?
Catherine Plzak's office is located at 22 St Paul Dr Ste 207, Chambersburg, PA, 17201.
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