4.7
11 Ratings with 9 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Debra Wechter specializes in oncology and surgery, with particular expertise in treating cancer patients. She earned her medical degree from the University of California, Davis in 1980 and completed her general surgery residency at the University of Washington Medical Center in Seattle. Dr. Wechter furthered her training with a fellowship in hepatobiliary pancreatic surgery at Virginia Mason Medical Center in 1989. She holds certification in surgery from the American Board of Surgery and is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. Dr. Wechter provides care in English.
Dr. Wechter practices at Virginia Mason Medical Center in Seattle, Washington, and maintains affiliations with Saint Anne Hospital. Her clinical focus centers on breast cancer care, including treatment for metastatic or recurrent breast cancer and Paget disease of the breast. She performs breast cancer surgery and incorporates physical therapy and manual therapy approaches into patient treatment plans. Patients …have rated Dr. Wechter 4.7 out of 5 stars for her care.
Read More Read less Dr. Wechter practices at Virginia Mason Medical Center in Seattle, Washington, and maintains affiliations with Saint Anne Hospital. Her clinical focus centers on breast cancer care, including treatment for metastatic or recurrent breast cancer and Paget disease of the breast. She performs breast cancer surgery and incorporates physical therapy and manual therapy approaches into patient treatment plans. Patients …have rated Dr. Wechter 4.7 out of 5 stars for her care.
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Quick Facts
- speaks English
- Hepatobiliary Pancreatic Surgery, Virginia Mason Medical Center, Seattle, 1989
- 9 written reviews
- 2 specialties
- 5 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 2 hospital affiliations
- 1 office location
- Female
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Location
Virginia Mason Medical Center
1100 9th AveSeattle, WA 98101 Tel: (206) 223-6633
Mon12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Tue12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Wed12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Thu12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Fri12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Sat12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Sun12:01 am - 11:59 pm
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| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | ||
| 21 Years of Experience | 46 Years of Experience | 32 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English, French, German, Spanish | Speaks English, Spanish |
| Seattle , WA | Kirkland , WA | Seattle , WA | Bellevue , WA |
| Med School: MD, University of California, Davis, 1980 | Med School: Case Western Reserve University School Of Medicine | Med School: Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Washington School Of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Debra G Wechter
Specialty Expertise
Debra G Wechter has the following 5 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
Debra G Wechter holds an active medical license in the state of Washington. They are board certified in Surgery by the American Board of Surgery.
Board Certifications
Board certified in Surgery by the American Board of Surgery.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Washington that expires in 2027.
Education & Training
Fellowship
Completed their fellowship at Hepatobiliary Pancreatic Surgery, Virginia Mason Medical Center, Seattle, 1989.
Residency
Completed their residency at General Surgery, University of Washington Medical Center, Seattle, 1985.
Medical School
Graduated from MD, University of California, Davis, 1980.
NPI Number
Debra G Wechter's NPI number is 1568579100.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Where is Debra Wechter's office located?
- Debra Wechter's office is located at 1100 9th Ave, Seattle, WA, 98101.
- How can I make an appointment with Debra Wechter?
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- Which hospitals is Debra Wechter affiliated with?
- Debra Wechter is affiliated with Virginia Mason Medical Center and Saint Anne Hospital.
- Does Debra Wechter accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Debra Wechter has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Does Debra Wechter accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Debra Wechter accepts on their Vitals profile.
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