Dr. Jocelyn J. Dunn, MD | Palo Alto, CA | General Surgeon

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Dr. Jocelyn Dunn treats breast cancer, benign breast mass, and metastatic or recurrent breast cancer, and performs scintimammography and breast cancer screening at Lucile Salter Packard Children's Hospital at Stanford. She has practiced surgery and other specialties for 39 years and also speaks Chinese.

Dr. Dunn earned her medical degree from Harvard Medical School and completed her residency at Stanford University School of Medicine. She sees patients in Palo Alto, California.

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4.2

16 Ratings
39 years of experience
28 insurance plans accepted
speaks Chinese, English
Stanford University School Of Medicine
9 written reviews
2 specialties
2 areas of expertise
1 hospital affiliation
1 office location
Female

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

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Dr. Dunn's Ratings and Reviews

4.2

16 Ratings with 9 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 9 Minutes

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My surgery outcome and medical care under the skillful hands and attentive eyes of Dr. Dunn could not have been better. I am so grateful. She is the best!

May 31st, 2020

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Dr. Dunn is an extremely thorough and thoughtful doctor and my surgical results are terrific. She is Harvard and Stanford trained and is compassionate and caring . I trust her to give me the absolute best possible care available. Love her office staff too. She has helped me expertly through a difficult time in my life and I am so grateful she is my doctor.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

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January 18th, 2019

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THE BEST!

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
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Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

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December 8th, 2018

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Dr. Jocelyn Dunn is my dream doctor. She is a highly skilled surgeon but also takes time to communicate in detail with her patients. I always feel like I am her most important patient. I would highly recommend her for any breast related problem or surgery.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

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December 5th, 2018

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Dr. Dunn saved my life and is an outstanding and highly skilled surgeon. My surgery went so smoothly and I am so happy with my results. She is extremely thorough, knowledgeable and compassionate. Very grateful she is my doctor for life!

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

November 6th, 2018

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Dr Dunn is a top notch Stanford and Harvard trained surgeon with impeccable credentials. She is knowledgeable, compassionate, and has a wonderful staff. I’m now several years out from my breast cancer but always look forward to my visits with her. I would recommend her highly. She is a jewel.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

November 2nd, 2018

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Dr. Dunn is incredible. Not only is she professional and incredibly knowledgable, but she is kind, compassionate and demonstrates the attributes of a real lady. I had surgery with her about 3 years ago and am going for a second time tomorrow. Of course I am nervous, however at the same time, I am comforted knowing who I am going to be with on whatever journey lies ahead. As the kids today would say, Dr. Dunn is "The Bomb!" If you require her speciality, do yourself the favor of a lifetime and make an appointment to see her. I can guarantee you will NOT be disappointed.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

December 9th, 2016

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Dr Dunn misdiagnosed my cancer recurrence for 16 months. It was until I enlisted the help of my oncologist that she finally agreed to biopsy my lymph node. By that time my cancer had spread and I was Stage IV. She does not listen to her patients and is extremely overconfident.

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Needs Improvement

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

October 15th, 2015

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Dr. Dunn is an excellent surgeon; a true artist. I was diagnosed with stage 3 breast cancer and underwent a double mastectomy. She and her staff are very caring and were helpful in easing my fears. I recommend her highly. One of the best!

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

September 10th, 2011

Lucile Salter Packard Childrens Hospital At Stanford

725 Welch RdPalo Alto, CA 94304

Tel: (650) 497-8000


Dr. Jocelyn Jean Dunn, MD	Dr. Jacqueline Tsai	Dr. Monica Dua, MD	Dr. Kimberly Stone, MD
Surgery	Surgery	Surgery	Surgery
	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.2 (16 Ratings)	3.3 (3 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
39 Years of Experience	18 Years of Experience	21 Years of Experience	17 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Chinese, English
Palo Alto , CA	Palo Alto , CA	Palo Alto , CA	San Jose , CA
Med School: Harvard Medical School	Med School: Rutgers New Jersey Medical School	Med School: Drexel University College Of Medicine	Med School: University Of California Irvine College Of Medicine
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Dr. Jocelyn Jean Dunn holds an expired medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Stanford University School Of Medicine.

Medical School

Graduated from Harvard Medical School in 1987.

NPI Number

Dr. Dunn's NPI number is 1689684961.

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Which hospitals is Dr. Jocelyn Dunn affiliated with?: Dr. Jocelyn Dunn is affiliated with Lucile Salter Packard Childrens Hospital At Stanford.
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What languages does Dr. Jocelyn Dunn speak?: Dr. Jocelyn Dunn speaks Chinese and English.

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