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Ted A. James, M.D.

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Dr. James is the Chief of Breast Surgical Oncology, co-Director of the Breast Care Center, and Vice Chair of Academic Affairs in the Department of Surgery at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center. His research interests focus on improving the quality of breast cancer surgery through outcomes research and clinical innovations. Dr. James provides research mentoring opportunities to medical students and residents.

In addition to his clinical background, Dr. James obtained a master’s degree in health care management from the Harvard School of Public Health and addresses health systems and quality issues in clinical oncology. He serves in national leadership roles and has directed programs in quality improvement, clinical education and health services research. His mission is to improve patient care through research, education and innovation.

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