Dr. Alice P. Chung

Dr. Alice P. Chung, MD, is a highly regarded surgical oncologist at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, where she specializes in breast cancer surgery and complex breast conditions. She earned her medical degree from Chicago Medical School and completed her residency in general surgery at Cedars-Sinai, followed by a fellowship in surgical oncology at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. Board-certified by the American Board of Surgery, Dr. Chung has more than two decades of clinical experience and currently practices at Cedars-Sinai’s Angeles Clinic and Research Institute. She provides expert surgical care to patients across West Los Angeles and Santa Monica, offering both in-person and telehealth consultations.

Dr. Chung is actively involved in clinical research aimed at improving outcomes for breast cancer patients. Her work focuses on optimizing surgical approaches, including nipple-sparing mastectomy, sentinel lymph node biopsy, and strategies to minimize post-operative complications. She has contributed to studies that evaluate the role of axillary dissection, imaging practices after mastectomy, and surgical decision-making in older adults with early-stage disease. With over 100 peer-reviewed publications, her research supports advancements in breast surgery that emphasize both oncologic safety and quality of life. She collaborates regularly with multidisciplinary teams to align surgical planning with systemic therapies, ensuring personalized and evidence-based care.

In addition to her clinical and research roles, Dr. Chung is recognized as a leader in surgical education and institutional program development. She mentors residents and fellows at Cedars-Sinai and frequently contributes to national conferences focused on breast surgical oncology. Her expertise is sought in the development of clinical guidelines and professional standards for breast cancer surgery. Through her dedication to clinical excellence, research innovation, and physician training, Dr. Chung is recognized as a top expert in breast surgical oncology.