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Shoko Emily Abe, MD
Breast Surgery • Breast Surgical Oncology- Telehealth Visits
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Shoko Emily Abe, MD
Breast Surgery • Breast Surgical Oncology- Telehealth Visits
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About me
Dr. Shoko Emily Abe is a surgeon who cares for patients with breast cancer and other breast diseases. She takes a multidisciplinary approach to breast cancer treatment. Specializing in breast-conserving surgery, she uses plastic surgery techniques to reshape the breast and scar-hiding techniques, and she performs nipple- and skin-sparing mastectomies.
Abe's research interests include improvement in surgical techniques and new treatments for breast cancer.
Abe earned her medical degree from Albany Medical College. She completed a residency in general surgery at Drexel University and a fellowship in breast surgical oncology at Levine Cancer Institute.
Abe has served on the boards of several nonprofit organizations that focus on cancer care, including the Bay Area Tumor Institute and Sandra J. Wing Healing Therapies Foundation. A fellow of the American College of Surgeons, she is also a member of the American Society of Breast Surgeons and Society of Surgical Oncology.
Education & training
Board certification
- Surgery, American Board of Surgery
Fellowship
- Breast Surgery and Oncology, Carolinas Medical Center - GME
- Colon/Rectal Surgery, Creighton University Medical Center GME
Residency
- General Surgery, Drexel University College of Medicine GME
Internship
- General Surgery, Drexel University College of Medicine GME
Degree
- MD, Albany Medical College
My expertise
Specialties
Conditions
Locations
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- June 17, 20265 out of 5 Stars
Dr. Abe was excellent beyond 'very good' category. Extremely knowledgeable, explained everything in a way that was easy to understand, very empathetic to my situation, and delightfully relatable. Left feeling a good plan was in place, and that I will be in good hands.
- June 16, 20265 out of 5 Stars
I would recommend her again any time. I am very grateful she took the time to review my case and talk to me as long as I needed. Thank you
- June 7, 20265 out of 5 Stars
Dr Abe is truly amazing. She is very informative when explaining treatment options and while answering my questions. Her demeanor shows that she is passionate about her job and wants to help others.
- June 4, 20265 out of 5 Stars
Very friendly, thorough explanation of the lab results, diagnosis and next steps.
- June 1, 20265 out of 5 Stars
I would recommend friends and relatives to use UCSF services.
- May 28, 20265 out of 5 Stars
Dr Abe is one of your best! Please support her practice as best you can. She's an amazing surgeon and communicator.
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