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Jennifer Walden, M.D.
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Practicing plastic surgeon; Clinical Instructor of Plastic Surgery at NYU Langone Medical Center
Dr. Jennifer Walden is one of a relatively small number of female plastic surgeons in New York City, certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and fellowship-trained in cosmetic surgery. She is very interested in women's health issues as they relate to plastic surgery and breast health.
Dr. Walden is currently an Attending in Plastic Surgery at Manhattan Eye, Ear and Throat and Lenox Hill Hospitals, and has the academic appointment of Clinical Instructor of Surgery (Plastic Surgery) at New York University Langone Medical Center. She is a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, and is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. She currently serves as Program Director of the Manhattan Eye, Ear and Throat Hospital’s Aesthetic Surgery Fellowship, one of the foremost training programs of cosmetic surgery in the nation.
A regular in the media, Dr. Walden’s appeared on national news outlets such as Fox News Channel and E! TV’s Dr. 90210, ABC’s 20/20 and CBS’s The Early Show. Her comments have also appeared in Vogue, Cosmopolitan and The New York Sun.
A native Texan, Dr. Walden received her undergraduate education at the University of Texas at Austin, graduating with Honors with a Bachelor of Arts in Biology. She then went on to receive her Medical Doctorate with Highest Honors, graduating as the Salutatorian at the University of Texas Medical Branch. Visit her website: http://www.drjenniferwalden.com
Featured: Understanding Breast Cancer
34,656 viewsUnderstanding Breast Cancer
34,656 viewsA better understanding of breast cancer will help you prevent and detect the condition early. Check out this video to learn more.
Expert: Jennifer Walden, M.D.
Breast Cancer Symptoms & Diagnosis
34,355 viewsIt's important to know what to look for when trying to catch breast cancer early on. Watch this video for more information on breast cancer symptoms and diagnosis.
Expert: Jennifer Walden, M.D.
Types of Breast Cancer
10,454 viewsMillions of women around the world suffer from breast cancer. Some develop in the breast ducts, while others in the lobules. Watch this video to learn about the various types of breast cancer.
Expert: Jennifer Walden, M.D.
Do Breast Implants Complicate Breast Exam...
7,257 viewsDo breast implants complicate breast exams? It’s a fair question and may concern a number of women. Watch our video for the answer.
Expert: Jennifer Walden, M.D.
Are Breast Cysts Dangerous?
5,878 viewsFinding a cyst in your breast doesn't necessarily mean that you have breast cancer.Watch this video to find out the steps your doctor will take to analyze the lump in your breast.
Expert: Jennifer Walden, M.D.
Stages of Breast Cancer
5,868 viewsThe various stages of breast cancer can help your doctor decide on a treatment plan. Get acquainted with the stages with this guide.
Expert: Jennifer Walden, M.D.
Breast Self-Exam
5,046 viewsWhat's the correct way to perform a breast self-exam? Check out this video for tips on how to do it and what to look for.
Expert: Jennifer Walden, M.D.
What Is Breast Reconstruction?
505 viewsIf you've had a mastectomy due to breast cancer, you may opt for breast reconstruction. Watch this video to find out what breast reconstruction entails.
Expert: Jennifer Walden, M.D.
Chemotherapy Side Effects and FAQs
118 viewsAlthough chemotherapy is the most common treatment for cancer, there are some side effects involved. Watch this video to learn more.
Expert: Jennifer Walden, M.D.
Young Women and Breast Cancer
114 viewsIt may be true that breast cancer is more likely to affect older women but younger women also need to be vigilant. Watch our video on young women and breast cancer.
Expert: Jennifer Walden, M.D.
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