Dr. Susan Whelen Schaffer Whiteman, DO

Dr. Susan Schaffer Whiteman is a board-certified oncologist who has dedicated over three decades to cancer care. She earned her medical degree from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine and brings 31 years of specialized experience to her practice. Her expertise spans comprehensive cancer treatment with particular focus on breast cancer care. Dr. Whiteman is fluent in Spanish, Korean, Russian, and English, allowing her to serve diverse patient communities.

Dr. Whiteman practices at multiple Bon Secours locations throughout Richmond and Kilmarnock, Virginia, including Saint Marys Hospital, Henrico Doctors Hospital, and Rappahannock General Hospital. She specializes in treating breast cancer, including complex cases involving metastatic or recurrent disease and rare conditions like Paget disease of the breast. Her practice includes advanced diagnostic imaging such as CT scans and specialized breast imaging including mammograms and scintimammography. Patients consistently rate her …care highly, with an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars.