Summary

Dr. Scott Karlan is a surgical oncologist with expertise in surgery and oncology, bringing 44 years of experience to his practice. He completed his medical education at Harvard Medical School and went on to complete his residency training at Yale-New Haven Hospital. Dr. Karlan holds board certification in surgery from the American Board of Surgery and speaks English.

Dr. Karlan practices at Cedars Sinai Medical Center and sees patients at the Saul and Joyce Brandman Breast Center in West Hollywood, California. His clinical focus centers on treating breast cancer, including complex cases involving metastatic or recurrent breast cancer and Paget disease of the breast. He performs specialized breast imaging procedures such as scintimammography and mammograms, along with comprehensive breast cancer screening. Patients have given Dr. Karlan an average rating of 4.7 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • 4.7
  • 44 years of experience
  • speaks English
  • Harvard Medical School
  • 20 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 5 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Scott Richard Karlan has 5 locations

Saul and Joyce Brandman Breast Center- A Project of Women's Guild at Samuel Oschin Comprehensive Cancer Institute

310 N San Vicente Blvd # 3West Hollywood, CA 90048

Saul and Joyce Brandman Breast Center- A Project of Women's Guild at Samuel Oschin Comprehensive Cancer Institute

310 N San Vicente Blvd Bldg 3West Hollywood, CA 90048

Cedars Sinai Medical Center

8700 Beverly BlvdWest Hollywood, CA 90048

Saul and Joyce Brandman Breast Center- A Project of Women's Guild at Samuel Oschin Comprehensive Cancer Institute

8700 Beverly BlvdWest Hollywood, CA 90048
Mon8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Sat12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Sun12:00 am - 12:00 pm

Saul and Joyce Brandman Breast Center- A Project of Women's Guild at Samuel Oschin Comprehensive Cancer Institute

310 N San Vicente Blvd Fl 3West Hollywood, CA 90048

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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Scott Richard Karlan

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Medical Specialties

Dr. Scott Richard Karlan has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Scott Richard Karlan has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • General Surgery
  • Surgical Oncology

Certifications, License, & Education

44 Years Experience

Dr. Scott Richard Karlan 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 2025.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Harvard Medical School in 1982.

NPI Number

Dr. Karlan's NPI number is 1982688982.

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Which hospitals is Dr. Scott Karlan affiliated with?
Dr. Scott Karlan is affiliated with Cedars Sinai Medical Center.
Does Dr. Scott Karlan accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Scott Karlan accepts on their Vitals profile.
Where is Dr. Scott Karlan's office located?
Dr. Scott Karlan's office is located at 310 N San Vicente Blvd # 3, West Hollywood, CA, 90048.

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