Ted A. James, MD, MHCM, FACS
Beth Israel Deaconess Medical CenterHarvard Medical School. Boston, MA
Dr. Ted James serves as Chief of Breast Surgical Oncology and Co-Director of the Breast Center at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center. He is a faculty member of Harvard Medical School and serves as Vice Chair for Academic Affairs in the Department of Surgery. He received his medical degree from Drexel University and completed his residency in general surgery at North Shore-Long Island Jewish Medical Center. He then completed a fellowship in surgical oncology at Roswell Park Cancer Institute. At Harvard University he earned a Master of Science Degree in Healthcare Management.
He works with national organizations to improve quality in cancer care delivery. His research activity focuses on studying clinical outcomes in breast care. He also volunteers with organizations that provide support and advocacy for people with cancer. Dr. James helps patients navigate the complex treatment decisions and challenges that often accompany a cancer diagnosis. His greatest satisfaction is to see patients through this difficult time and successfully move forward after treatment.