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Leah K. Winer, MD

4.81 out of 5
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Specialties

Conditions

Procedures Performed

  • Hidden Scar Breast Cancer Surgery
  • Local excision and radical resection of skin and soft tissue neoplasia
  • Sentinel lymph node biopsy
  • Complete lymph node dissection
  • Partial mastectomy
    • Mastectomy (simple, skin sparing, and nipple sparing)
    • Cholecystectomy
    • Appendectomy
    • Splenectomy
    • Small bowel resection
    • Gastrectomy
    • Lipoma excision

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About

Leah Winer, MD, is a surgical oncologist at the UK Markey Cancer Center and an assistant professor in the Department of Surgery. She treats various forms of cancer, including breast, gastrointestinal, and skin and soft tissue cancers.

Dr. Winer has authored numerous peer-reviewed articles in leading surgical and oncology journals, covering topics such as disparities in surgical training and cancer treatment outcomes. She also has presented her research at national and international surgical conferences. During her fellowship, Dr. Winer received funding for her work exploring the relationship between immunohistochemical status and pathologic complete response in HER2- overexpressing breast cancer. She also received a grant to study cancer patients’ perspectives on pre-operative therapy and surgery.

Outside of work, she enjoys weightlifting, dance, vegetarian cooking and college basketball.

Personal Statement

I am dedicated to providing compassionate, personalized care to each of my patients, combining the latest advances in surgical oncology with a deep commitment to their unique needs.

Faculty Rank

  • Assistant Professor of Surgery

Training & Education

Degree

Thomas Jefferson Medical College, Philadelphia, Penn.

Residency

General Surgery, University of Cincinnati, College of Medicine, Ohio

Fellowship

Surgical Oncology, Temple University Hospital, Philadelphia, Penn.
Fox Chase Cancer Center, Philadelphia, Penn.

Certifications and Special Training

American Board of Surgery

Insurance Information

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Ratings & Reviews

4.81 out of 5
15 Reviews

The star rating is a calculation based on feedback from our patients using our nationally-recognized Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey. Learn more about our survey process. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.

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    July 21st 2025
    Good Experience treated real good

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    June 24th 2025
    Very understanding and compassionate. Suggested testing for family members.

    Patient Review

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    June 17th 2025
    I love Dr. Winer. I'm truly blessed and grateful to have her as my Dr.

    Patient Review

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    June 16th 2025
    While Dr Winer didn't provide the solution for which I was hoping, she explained in detail and checked with other physicians involved to ensure me this was the best course of action.

    Patient Review

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    June 10th 2025
    Every option possible was laid out for me to decide along with their advice which is very important to me. I've had previous experience at a different hospital where that was not given to me, so I knew I made the right choice coming here.

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      May 19th 2025
      Dr. Winer was kind, concerned, upbeat, friendly, and eased my fears. She has amazing clarity in explaining the situation.

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      March 24th 2025
      Listened, encouraged my questions and explained treatment plan so I understood

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      February 24th 2025
      Loved it there!

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      February 24th 2025
      Dr. Winer was very patient and generous with her time

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      February 21st 2025
      I extensively researched my choices and spoke to three trusted women about coming to Markey for my care. Everything the research and personal testimonies told me either reached or exceeded my expectations.

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      January 27th 2025
      The doctors were very good and I liked both of them very much. The waiting in the office was just long before they came in

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      January 27th 2025
      I felt validated and cared for.

    • Patient Review

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      December 13th 2024
      Bueno - Good

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      December 13th 2024
      Excellent care

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      December 13th 2024
      This was my post-op visit with Dr. Winer and I felt like I had to rush to think of any questions when I realized I would not be seeing her again for 6 months. Because she is new to the clinic, she didn't know there was a print out of arm exercises that was available to patients.