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Chandler Cortina, MD, General Surgery, Milwaukee, WI

ChandlerScottCortinaMD,MS, FSSO, FACS

General Surgery • Milwaukee, WI

Breast

Associate Professor, Division of Surgical Oncology, Medical College of Wisconsin

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  • Office

    9200 W Wisconsin Ave
    Milwaukee, WI 53226
    Phone+1 414-955-1450
    Fax+1 414-955-0197

Summary

  • Chandler Cortina, MD, is a general surgeon located in Milwaukee, WI, specializing in breast surgery. He completed a fellowship in breast surgical oncology at McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University, followed by a residency in surgery at Rush University Medical Center. He holds degrees from LSU School of Medicine in Shreveport and Louisiana State University, as well as a master's in Clinical and Translational Science from the Medical College of Wisconsin. Dr. Cortina serves as an associate and assistant professor at both the Medical College of Wisconsin and Froedtert Hospital, focusing on breast cancer, reconstruction, surgery, and cosmetic procedures. His published works include studies on breast radiation therapy, survival differences among breast cancer patients, and axillary node biopsy accuracy. He also participates in clinical trials related to transgender and gender-diverse breast cancer screening.

Education & Training

  • Medical College of Wisconsin
    Medical College of WisconsinMasters, Clinical and Translational Science, 2019 - 2021
  • McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University
    McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern UniversityFellowship, Breast Surgical Oncology, 2018 - 2019
  • Rush University Medical Center
    Rush University Medical CenterResidency, Surgery, 2013 - 2018
  • LSU School of Medicine in Shreveport
    LSU School of Medicine in ShreveportClass of 2013
  • Louisiana State Univertisy
    Louisiana State UnivertisyBachelor of Science, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Philosophy , 2005 - 2009

Certifications & Licensure

  • WI State Medical License
    WI State Medical License 2019 - 2025
  • IL State Medical License
    IL State Medical License 2018 - 2021
  • American Board of Surgery Surgery

Clinical Trials

Publications & Presentations

PubMed

Journal Articles

  • Breast Cancer Risk and Screening in Transgender Individuals  
    Roznovjak D, Petroll A, Cortina CS, Current Breast Cancer Reports, 1/4/2021
  • De-Escalation of Local-Regional Therapy for Older Breast Cancer Patients  
    Cortina CS, Current Breast Cancer Reports, 11/4/2020
  • Treating Positive Axillary Disease in Elderly Breast Cancer Patients: The Impact of Age on Radiation Therapy  
    Cortina CS, Woodfin AA, Tangalakis LL, Wang X, Son JD, Poirier J, Rao R, Kopkash K, Madrigrano A, Breast Care, 8/2020
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Authored Content

  • Highlights from the 2023 American Society of Breast Surgeon’s 24th Annual MeetingMay 2023
  • Safety in the Operating Room2/21/2018

Grant Support

  • Understanding Breast Cancer Risk and Screening in Transgender Persons through a Pilot Breast Cancer Screening ProgramNational Cancer Institute2023–2028
  • Creating a transdisciplinary approach to address transgender/non-binary cancer disparitiesPatient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI)2023–2025
  • Study of Pre-Analytical Effects on Breast Cancer BiomarkersAdvancing a Healthier Wisconsin2023–2024
  • Assessing Breast Cancer Risk Prior to Gender-Affirming Chest Masculinization SurgeryAdvancing a Healthier Wisconsin2023–2024

Professional Memberships

Dr. Chandler Cortina, Dr. Chandler Cortina, MD, Dr. C Cortina, Dr. Chandler Scott Cortina