Meet the Team
Cancer Dietitian
Hoag’s Nutrition Services provides comprehensive nutrition counseling and support to breast cancer patients and survivors. Denise Lohman, RD is dedicated to helping patients meet their nutritional goals and understand the valuable relationship between good nutrition and health.
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Denise Lohman, RD, MPH
- Registered Dietitian
Genetic Counselors
Hoag Family Cancer Institute provides a dedicated team of genetic counselors that offer risk assessment counseling and genetic testing to individuals with a personal or family history of breast cancer.
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Jeanne Homer, M.S.
- Licensed, Certified Genetic Counselor
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Chelsey Weatherill, M.S.
- Licensed, Certified Genetic Counselor
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Priya Sawla, M.S.
- Licensed, Certified Genetic Counselor
Gynecologists
Gynecologists specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer through the use of chemotherapy, hormonal therapy, biological therapy, and targeted therapy. If you are going through treatment, your Gynecologist will play an important role in your treatment plan.
Hoag has an exceptional team of experienced and caring Gynecologist who offer specialized care for those diagnosed with Gynecologic cancer.
View our full list of Hoag Gynecologists for more information.
Gynecologic Oncologists
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Lisa N. Abaid, M.D.
- Gynecologic Oncologist
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Tiffany L. Beck, MD
- Gynecologic Oncologist
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John V. Brown, MD
- Co-Director, Gynecologic Oncology and Complex Pelvic Surgery
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Alberto A. Mendivil, M.D.
- Gynecologic Oncologist
Medical Oncologists
Medical oncologists specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer through the use of chemotherapy, hormonal therapy, biological therapy, and targeted therapy. If you are going through treatment, your medical oncologist will play an important role in your treatment plan.
Hoag has an exceptional team of experienced and caring medical oncologists who offer specialized care for those diagnosed with gynecologic cancer.
View our full list of Hoag Medical Oncologists for more information.
Nurse Navigator
Nurse navigators provide helpful information and resources for you. This type of personalized support is a unique facet available at Hoag that brings knowledge and comfort to patients.
Nurse navigators are committed to providing a smooth and coordinated process of care, while giving you the information and support you need to make decisions about your treatment.
She is here to:
- Answer your questions
- Listen to your concerns
- Help with referrals
- Be an advocate on your behalf
To contact Sandy, please call 949-7-CANCER (722-6237).
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Sandy Southerland, BSN, RN, OCN
- Nurse Navigator
Radiation Oncologists
Radiation oncologists specialize in radiation therapy. At Hoag, all of our radiation oncologists are board-certified by the American Board of Radiology. They will discuss the role of radiation therapy as part of a patient’s treatment plan. Visit Hoag Radiation Oncology for details about Hoag’s radiation oncology team and services.
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Craig A. Cox, M.D.
- Medical Director, Radiation Oncology Program
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Peter V. Chen, M.D.
- Radiation Oncologist
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Brian S. Kim, M.D.
- Radiation Oncologist
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Kevin Lin, MD
- Radiation Oncologist
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Shane A. Lloyd, MD
- Radiation Oncologist
Social Workers
Hoag offers clinical social workers as a support to you during your breast cancer journey. This caring and professional team provides one-on-one support, and directs you, or family and friends, to helpful resources within Hoag and the community.
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Marie Miao, L.C.S.W., OSW-C
- Social Worker
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Josephina Kim, L.C.S.W.
- Social Worker
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Deborah Sisley, L.C.S.W.
- Social Worker
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Leanna Wagner, LCSW
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker