Preya Ananthakrishnan, MD

Breast Surgery
2 Longview Avenue, Suite 400, White Plains, NY 10601
(914) 849-7580
(914) 849-7555

Biography

Dr. Ananthakrishnan, Director of Breast Surgery, is a fellowship-trained breast surgeon whose practice is dedicated to the treatment of breast disease.  She has extensive experience, previously serving on the faculty of the Cleveland Clinic and Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons.  She was the director of the Breast Surgery Fellowship at Columbia, and used her expertise to train the next generation of breast surgeons. She is the author of numerous publications on breast cancer surgery, and has presented her research at national and international meetings.  Dr. Ananthakrishnan is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, a member of the American Society of Breast Surgeons, and a member of the Society of Surgical Oncology.

Dr. Ananthakrishnan performs all types of breast surgery, including breast conservation (or lumpectomy), mastectomy, nipple-sparing mastectomy, and axillary lymph node procedures.  She has particular expertise in nipple-sparing mastectomy procedures, and works closely with the plastic surgery and anesthesia teams to ensure the best oncologic, cosmetic, and functional outcomes after breast surgery.

 

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Dr. Ananthakrishnan also works on a multidisciplinary team with colleagues in medical oncology, radiation oncology, plastic surgery, genetics, and radiology to ensure that every patient receives an individualized treatment plan that fits their life and their disease.  Dr. Ananthakrishnan runs the White Plains Hospital breast cancer tumor board, where breast cancer cases are discussed so that each patient gets the expertise of the entire multidisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive care.

Awards & Honors:

  • Castle Connolly Top Doctors- Breast Surgery- 2018 & 2019

Recent Patient Comments

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5
08/28/2023
Highly recommended.
5
08/15/2023
Good
5
08/06/2023
Had a great experience
5
06/27/2023
Good
5
06/27/2023
The doctor was amazing and kind and caring. One of the best doctors I have ever seen.
5
06/25/2023
Dr. Preya was very reassuring and let me FaceTime with my daughter so she could be informed and ask questions.
5
06/15/2023
Excellent. I would definitely recommend her
5
06/08/2023
Dr. Prya shows care and sensitivity toward me. She ensured my questions were answered and had no doubts before completing the visit.
5
06/01/2023
Dr Preya Ananthakrishnan provided excellent care. She was sympathetic, clearly explained surgical options, and provided written guidance on next steps.
5
05/16/2023
Preya is a top notch doctor
5
05/16/2023
This physician showed extreme compassion and was wonderful with her explanations and move forward plans. Excellent experience.
5
05/09/2023
Good. #1. Concern. #2. Good.
5
05/09/2023
I am extremely happy with *Dr. Preya. She is a very attentive and caring professional.
5
05/02/2023
Dr Preya is the best!
5
04/25/2023
I love Dr Preya .. She really cares about her patients .. Not just medically .. But everything .. She takes the time to listen , gives good advice
5
04/05/2023
My care provider *Dr. Preya Ananthakrishnan is an amazing human being and an exceptional breast surgeon. I have been under *Dr. Preya's care for 8 years, and have definitely recommended her to my friends and others who need her services.
5
03/28/2023
A wonderful experience. I was just diagnosed with breast cancer and I felt so confident after seeing my doctor..
4
03/28/2023
Good
5
03/26/2023
I can't say enough about how wonderful Dr. Preya is. She's caring, competent, reassuring and interested in her patients on all levels.
5
03/12/2023
Dr. Preya's providers were good.
5
03/03/2023
I received excellent care form *Dr. P. Ananthakrishnan and staff.
5
02/23/2023
She explained everything in detail. Answered all my question & did not dismiss any of them.
5
02/15/2023
Dr.Preya was excellent. She listened to my concerns, explained treatment options clearly and included the pros and cons for each. I definitely felt she had my best interest at heart and helped guide me to a treatment decision that would give me the best outcome and quality of life.
5
02/15/2023
Very good
5
02/14/2023
Dr Priya is the BEST, takes her time no matter how busy to answer questions copletely
5
02/07/2023
This doctor was recommended to me, and I would recommend her to anybody. She made me feel comfortable and explained my diagnosis clearly.
4
02/07/2023
Good
5
02/02/2023
Dr Preya is a great listener and is prepared with information about my history before she saw me
5
02/01/2023
She is so empathetic to you as a person, as well as a diagnosis. She listens intently and easily picks up clues to your state of mind.
5
01/26/2023
Very satisfied with this physician. She took the time to explain everything and put me at ease.
5
01/26/2023
Great experience!
5
01/25/2023
Have already recommended *Dr. Preya. She's the best!
5
01/08/2023
Excellent doctor! Thank you Dr Preya!
5
01/01/2023
Very compassionate doctor.
5
01/01/2023
I cannot say enough about *Dr. Preya Ananthakrishnan - kind. Compassionate, thorough and patience with my questions and concerns at a stressful,... time for me w/recent breast cancer diagnosis.
5
12/30/2022
*Dr. Preya & team is caring & comforting. Has a real handle on her skill and clearly explained procedure.
5
12/20/2022
Dr. It's amazing so kind and really knows her patience love that there's still a doctor around I can ask about your family.
5
12/20/2022
Excellent doctor--a pleasure to meet---professional--knowledgeable --i have already recommended her
5
12/18/2022
Dr Preya is a terrific doctor. I'd recommend her to anyone. And I have
5
11/20/2022
I would recommend *Dr. Preya to anyone who needed outtanding & compassionate care.
5
11/16/2022
Absolutely. *Dr. Preya is the best!!
5
11/15/2022
Very good MD
5
11/15/2022
Dr.Preya went above and beyond to make sure that I understood everything.
5
11/13/2022
DR preya and her team are the best
5
11/08/2022
She was very helpful and made me at ease for my cancer surgery. Explained everything and even offered the flu shot to me and explained to watch for covid before and after surgery and made me more aware of my surroundings
5
11/04/2022
Excellent doctor.
5
11/03/2022
Dr. Preya is wonderful. She is extremely knowledgeable, thorough and up to the date but at the same time a warm, caring human being.
5
10/28/2022
The doctor was very professional, apologized for the long wait, addressed my concern, made my visit feel personal.
5
10/25/2022
I have recommended WPH to several of my friends
5
10/25/2022
The office is well maintained (clean) and that is very appreciated.
5
10/12/2022
The dr was extremely kind and explained everything and spent a lot of time to answer our questions
5
10/02/2022
Dr. Preya is an angel. She has made every visit and procedure so easy and comfortable. Truly love her as a doctor and person. Couldn't ask for better care.
5
09/30/2022
I was well informed
5
09/30/2022
*Dr. Preya was an angel.
5
09/29/2022
Excellent care & experience.
5
09/27/2022
Very good, dr. put me to easy, very understanding & compassionate. Wish all my dr. were like her.

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    Education & Training

    Medical Degree
    • University of Louisville School of Medicine, Louisville, KY
    Post-graduate Training
    • Residency, University of Medicine and Dentistry, Newark, NJ
    • Fellowship, John Wayne Cancer Institute, Santa Monica, CA.
    Board Certification(s)
    • Surgery
    Membership(s)
    • American College of Surgeons
    • American Society of Breast Surgeons
    • Society of Surgical Oncology

    Institutional Affiliations

    • White Plains Hospital
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    Overall Satisfaction

    4.9 / 5
    179 Ratings | 56 Comments
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