Rachel L. Yang, MD,FACS,CLC,IBCLC

Dr. Rachel Yang is a board-certified general surgeon, fellowship-trained breast surgical oncologist, international board-certified lactation consultant, and certified lactation counselor. She has a unique practice that encompasses the treatment of all breast pathologies- from cancer to benign disease to lactation.

Dr. Yang attended Wellesley College and the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine. During medical school, she was awarded a Doris Duke Clinical Research Fellowship to study racial and socioeconomic disparities in breast cancer care. She completed an internship and residency in general surgery at Stanford University. She then completed a breast surgical oncology fellowship at the University of California San Francisco, where she gained expertise in nipple-sparing mastectomies and cosmetic techniques for breast conservation. Her current research endeavors focus on the management of granulomatous mastitis and lactational abscess.

As a breastfeeding medicine specialist, Dr. Yang adds invaluable depth and breadth to our lactation support services. She supports lactating parents with a variety of challenges including high or low milk production, a history of breast surgery, mastitis, recurrent clogs, breast abscess, galactocele, nipple wounds, nipple blebs, nipple or breast pain, and/or desire to induce lactation. Her breastfeeding medicine services offered in the clinic include diagnostic ultrasound, therapeutic ultrasound, and extensive procedural capabilities.

Dr. Yang serves as a resource to many local and regional lactation consultants and medical providers who care for lactating patients. She has spoken extensively nationally on the maternal complications of lactation. She advocates among the broader medical community for the advancement of lactation education and evidence-based solutions to lactation challenges. She is a member of the Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine, Institute for the Advancement of Breastfeeding and Lactation Education, American Society of Breast Surgeons, and American College of Surgeons.

Dr. Yang provides inclusive, affirming care for all patients. She has a compassionate and patient-centered approach to clinical care.