V. Tammy De La Melena, MD
Breast Surgical Oncology
Primary Location
West Cancer Center
12123 SW 69th Avenue,
Tigard, OR 97223
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Languages
English
Sub-Specialties
- Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer Surgery
Medical School
Doctor of Medicine, Oregon Health & Science University
Residency
General Surgery, Oregon Health & Science University
Board Certification
- General Surgery
Special Interests
- Benign breast disease
- High-risk screening
- Oncoplastic surgery
- Multidisciplinary surgical resident education
Affiliations
- Chairwoman, Breast Program Leadership Committee, Providence St. Vincent Hospital
- Peer Review Committee, Legacy Good Samaritan, Portland, OR
- Clinical Assistant Professor of Surgery, OHSU Dept. of Surgery, Portland, OR
- Chairwoman, Medical Advisory Committee, Breast Division, State of Oregon Breast and Cervical Cancer Program
- Steering Committee, Ruth l. Spear Breast Center, Providence St. Vincent Medical Center, Portland, OR
Biography
Dr. De La Melena was named one of Portland's Top Doctors of 2018 by Portland Monthly Magazine.
Dr. De La Melena is a breast surgical oncologist specializing in the surgical management of breast cancer and benign breast disease. She has a special interest in oncoplastic techniques, including skin and nipple sparing mastectomies. Having been part of a general surgery practice for a number of years, Dr. De La Melena has a unique perspective on the special concerns of breast cancer patients. Her practice philosophy hinges on the belief that the best breast cancer care is a partnership and team effort between patient, surgeon, nurses and physicians from different oncology specialties. Each brings a unique perspective, energy and enthusiasm to treatment planning which leads to improved outcomes.
Dr. De La Melena immigrated to America when she was ten. She is a wife and mother of two young children.