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Dr. Scott Karlan, MD
Surgical Oncology* Age 68
Dr. Scott Karlan, MD
4.9 (67 Ratings)
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Dr. Scott Karlan, MD is a Surgical Oncologist in West Hollywood, CA.
Dr. Scott Karlan, MD
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Dr. Scott Karlan, MD

Surgical Oncology* Age 68
West Hollywood, CA
Accepting new patients
43 years of experience
Dr. Scott Karlan, MD is a Surgical Oncologist in West Hollywood, CA.

About

Dr. Karlan graduated from HARVARD Medical School. Dr. Scott Karlan, MD is a Surgical Oncologist in West Hollywood, CA and has 43 years experience. Dr. Karlan currently practices at Saul and Joyce Brandman Breast Center- A Project of Women's Guild at Samuel Oschin Comprehensive Can and are affiliated with Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. Dr. Karlan has experience treating conditions like Breast Cancer and Male Breast Carcinoma among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Karlan received an average rating of 4.9/5 from patients and has been reviewed 67 times. Dr. Karlan's office accepts new patients. Dr. Karlan is board certified in General Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Breast Cancer
Male Breast Carcinoma
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Breast Cancer
Male Breast Carcinoma
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Breast Cancer
Male Breast Carcinoma
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Breast Carcinoma
Ductal Carcinoma in Situ
Thyroid Cancer
Biopsy of Breast
Excision of Breast Tumor
Lumpectomy
Bladder Cancer
Bone Cancer
Breast Lump
Cancer of Cerebral Meninges
Capsular Contracture of Breast Implant
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Gynecologic Cancer
Hiatal Hernia
Hypothalamus Cancer
Lobular Carcinoma
Lung Cancer
Male Breast Cancer
Malignant Pituitary Gland Tumor
Metastatic Respiratory System Cancer
Osteosarcoma
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Pineal Region Tumors
Secondary Malignancies
Axillary Lymph Node Dissection
Breast Augmentation
Breast Reconstruction
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Mastectomy
Wound Repair

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  • Northern CA Cigna + Oscar Open Access Plus EPO
  • Curative PPO Plus
    Curative EPO
    Curative PPO
  • Access Plus HMO
    Silver 70 PPO
    Platinum Access+ 25 HMO
    Bronze 60 SHOP PPO
    Bronze Full 4500 PPO
    Platinum 90 PPO
    Blue Shield of California
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    Nexus Open Access
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    Medica Choice
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    Premier Care Network Plus - Innovation Health
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    Choice Plus POS II
    Open Choice PPO
    Elect Choice (Open Access) EPO
    Deductible Plan CA Members Only HMO
  • Wellspan Health PPO
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO

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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Karlan
4.9
Based on 67 Reviews
5 Stars (65)
4 Stars (0)
3 Stars (1)
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1 Star (1)

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Patient Reviews
May 28, 2025
Dr. Karlan and staff at the Breast Center are very caring and makes me feel I'm in good hands at every visit.
— May 28, 2025
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Specialties*
Surgical Oncology
General Surgery
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • HARVARD Medical School
    1982
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • General Surgery
Board Certifications
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Frequently Asked Questions

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A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Scott Karlan, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Karlan's profile.

Dr. Karlan frequently treats the following conditions: Breast Cancer and Male Breast Carcinoma. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Scott Karlan, MD is affiliated with Cedars-Sinai Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Scott Karlan, MD holds board certification in General Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Cedars-Sinai Medical Center

    8700 Beverly Blvd, West Hollywood, CA