4.7
26 Ratings with 14 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Scott Karlan specializes in surgical oncology with a primary focus on surgery and oncology. He earned his medical degree from Harvard Medical School and completed his residency training at Yale-New Haven Hospital. With 44 years of experience in practice, Dr. Karlan holds board certification in surgery from the American Board of Surgery. He provides care to patients in English.
Dr. Karlan is affiliated with Cedars Sinai Medical Center and practices at the Saul and Joyce Brandman Breast Center in West Hollywood, California. He focuses on treating breast cancer, including metastatic or recurrent cases, and Paget disease of the breast. Dr. Karlan performs breast cancer screening procedures and mammograms for early detection. Patients rate him 4.7 out of 5 stars on average for his care.
Dr. Karlan is affiliated with Cedars Sinai Medical Center and practices at the Saul and Joyce Brandman Breast Center in West Hollywood, California. He focuses on treating breast cancer, including metastatic or recurrent cases, and Paget disease of the breast. Dr. Karlan performs breast cancer screening procedures and mammograms for early detection. Patients rate him 4.7 out of 5 stars on average for his care.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 44 years of experience
- speaks English
- Yale-New Haven Hospital
- 14 written reviews
- 3 specialties
- 3 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Location
Saul and Joyce Brandman Breast Center - A Project of Women's Guild
310 N San Vicente Blvd Bldg 3West Hollywood, CA 90048 Tel: (310) 423-9331
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Surgery | Surgery | Surgery | Thoracic Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | ||
| 44 Years of Experience | 4 Years of Experience | 3 Years of Experience | 7 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | |||
| West Hollywood , CA | Los Angeles , CA | Los Angeles , CA | Los Angeles , CA |
| Med School: Harvard Medical School | Med School: University Of California Davis School Of Medicine | Med School: Texas A&M University System Health Science Center College Of Medicine | Med School: Mcgovern Medical School At The Univ Of Texas Health Science Ctr At Houston |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Scott R Karlan
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Medical Specialties
Scott R Karlan has the following 3 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Scott R Karlan has the following 3 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
44 Years Experience
Scott R Karlan holds an expired medical license in the state of California. 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 expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2025.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Yale-New Haven Hospital in 1987 and Yale-New Haven Hospital in 1983.
Medical School
Graduated from Harvard Medical School in 1982.
NPI Number
Scott R Karlan's NPI number is 1982688982.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Does Scott Karlan accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Scott Karlan has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Which hospitals is Scott Karlan affiliated with?
- Scott Karlan is affiliated with Cedars Sinai Medical Center.
- Where is Scott Karlan's office located?
- Scott Karlan's office is located at 310 N San Vicente Blvd Bldg 3, West Hollywood, CA, 90048.
- What languages does Scott Karlan speak?
- Scott Karlan speaks English.
- Does Scott Karlan accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Scott Karlan accepts on their Vitals profile.
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