About Janie Weng Grumley, MD
Certified by the American Board of Surgery, Janie G. Grumley, MD, is a surgical breast oncologist with expertise in treating patients with breast cancer and benign breast diseases. She specializes in unique treatments such as oncoplastic breast-conserving surgery and intraoperative radiation therapy.
After growing up with a grandmother who had a mastectomy, Dr. Grumley knew from personal experience how deforming and emotionally scarring the operation could be. Her goal is to improve the odds for her patients and save them from experiences similar to the one her grandmother had. Her favorite part of being a physician is meeting patients and their families. She feels that the relationship between the patient surgeon creates a unique bond. Unlike with most other types of surgery, the relationship she has with her patients continues over time through surgery and follow-ups. Dr. Grumley feels that nothing is more rewarding than seeing patients thriving years after breast cancer.
Dr. Grumley received her Bachelor of Science degree in Sports Medicine from Pepperdine University in Malibu, California. She then earned her medical doctorate at the Keck School of Medicine University of Southern California. She completed her General Surgery Internship and Residency at the LAC & USC Medical Center in Los Angeles, where she became the Administrative Chief Resident of General Surgery at LAC & USC Medical Center. She also became a Surgical Breast Oncology Fellow at the University of Southern California and is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS).
In her third year of residency, Dr. Grumley met her hero, a surgical breast oncologist at the University of Southern California who was transforming breast cancer care using oncoplastic surgery. This novel surgery often eliminated deformities that affected women after breast surgery. The difference these techniques made in women’s lives during and after treatment was so inspiring that she knew this was the right path.
Dr. Grumley’s extensive experience in oncoplastic surgery allows her to perform cancer surgery using techniques that allow for cancer treatment while simultaneously preserving the breast’s esthetics. She has published numerous articles on oncoplastic surgery showing how this technique reduces the need for mastectomy and additional operations, even in patients with large breast cancers. Not only can these techniques preserve the appearance of the breast, but she has also shown that these techniques have a lower risk of surgical complications.
Dr. Grumley was a successful competitive figure skater who traveled the world, so when not with her patients, it’s no surprise to find her in the ice rink with her children, who figure skate and play hockey. She loves cooking and spending time with her family. They all enjoy traveling together when they get the chance.
Locations
2121 Santa Monica Blvd., Santa Monica, CA 90404
Education
Medical School
University of Southern CA, Keck School of Medicine
2005
Internship
L.A. County & USC Medical Center
General Surgery
Residency
L.A. County & USC Medical Center
General Surgery
Fellowship
University of Southern California
Surgical Breast Oncology
- Aetna – HMO
- Aetna Medicare Advantage PPO
- Aetna PPO
- Anthem Blue Cross HMO
- Anthem Blue Cross PPO
- Blue Shield of CA HMO
- Blue Shield of CA HMO – Trio
- Blue Shield of CA Medicare Advantage
- Cigna HMO
- Cigna PPO
- First Health/Coventry PPO
- Health Net – TriCare
- Health Net PPO
- Health Smart PPO
- Multiplan PPO
- Oscar EPO
- SCAN Medicare Advantage
- United Healthcare Medicare Advantage
- Vivity by Anthem Blue Cross
- Providence Saint John’s Health Center
- Saint John’s Cancer Center
Hospital Affiliation
- Saint John’s Physician Partners
Board Certifications
- American Board of Surgery, Surgery
When not helping her patients, Dr. Grumley can be found in the ice rink with her children who figure skate and play hockey. They come by this naturally as Dr. Grumley was a successful competitive figure skater who traveled the world. She loves traveling, spending time with her family, and cooking.
Reviews
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Dr. Grumley is amazing.
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Dr Grumley is very welcoming, smart,realistic and encouraging. She also has a lovely sense of humor, which I much appreciate.
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Dr. Grumley treated me like a patient from my first email to her. She called me back and gave me lots of reassurance and information and we booked an appointment for the very next week. Everybody in the office was amazing!
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I like Dr. Grumley very much! She cares about patients and like a big sister. She's professional, experienced and has very exceptional surgical skills!
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Dr Grumley is a consummate caring professional!I am so grateful she is my doctor.
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They were all fantastic and reassuring
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Great care. Wonderful staff.
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I don't have any bad experiences
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Always a good visit at Breast Center and Dr. Grumley.
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Our experience with Dr. Grumley has been great. She is very attentive and clear on the care she provides.
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The happiest place for medical care.
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Dr. Grumley was very kind and reassuring during a difficult time. She explained everything thoroughly. I have every confidence in her medical care of me.
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This provider is wonderful. She will be my go to provider in the future, if I ever need her expertise.
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Love her!!!!!
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Dr Grumley listens to my questions and concerns. She explains my options and seems to sincerely care about me as a person, not just a patient.
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Dr Grumley made me feel extremely value. Dr Grumley is the reason I'm at the best place for care.
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Dr. Grumley & her team are totally professional & deeply caring! I am hugely grateful.
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Good
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Always a pleasureCourteous efficient professional I fly in from Florida to see Dr. Grumley. She is excellent!!!
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Dr. Grumley is my breast surgeon. I don't see her but once a year but she is always incredibly attentive, helpful and answers all my questions which are plenty. She is kind and smart, and a very good listener. I'm very pleased with Dr. Grumley and happy she's my doctor.
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I found the care and the facilities were excellent.
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She is fantastic
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I feel fortunate to have Dr. Grumley as my physician. She has treated me wonderfully.
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This was a 1st time consultation appt with Dr Grumley and based on this meeting I would definitely feel confident in choosing her as my surgeon.
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BEST CARE ALWAYS
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Dr. Grumley is the best!
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Dr Grumley is an excellent doctor and I enjoy seeing her.
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Explain my medical condition thoroughly. Most important, is how she made me feel. I felt like I was in very confident, competent, and experienced hands. I felt like she cared. She eased my anxiety and worry.
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Dr. Grumley is an amazing doctor, surgeon and care provider. I feel extremely lucky to have her as my surgeon.
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Only met with Dr. Grumley one time so far...a very good experience.
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Dr. Grumley is an outstanding physician, both in clinical care and in her ability to engage humanely with patients. She is a superb ally to her patients. I appreciated the regard and respect with which I was treated, and the lucidity and thoroughness of her explanations and interview regarding my condition. This experience stands out as exceptional in my many years as a patient. Thank you, Dr. Grumley.
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Dr. Grumley is A++++++++++++ in all respects. The reception staff is A++++++++++++++ in all aspects!
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Dr. Grumley and her team are consistent in their commitment to excellence in every area. The personal touch and kindness is kind of great.
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Dr Grumley is a thoughtful knowledgeable physician and I feel that I'm getting excellent care.
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Dr. Grumley is always friendly and open to conversation not always related to my visit, but my inquiring about how her kids are doing. For this visit I had x-rays and scans just prior to my visit and they ran way past my appointment time, but she saw me very shortly after I made it to her office and had me on my way quickly.
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Love Dr Grumley
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I am happy & at ease ( no stress) with Dr. Crumley . She is courteous & spend time to listen & explained in simple easy to understand medical matters. Great personality & very knowledgeable doctor.
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I appreciate the expertise and I have total confidence in her judgment. Her team augments and amplifies her positive Impact.
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She is the best!
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I have received the very best care from Dr. Grumley and her staff. I travel from AZ because I am so confident in the care I receive. I feel like I am treated like a person and not just an illness or procedure.
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Excellent and professional care and concern by all the staff. Dr. Grumley is INCREDIBLY knowledgeable and compassionate!
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Follow up after partial mastectomy. Had mammogram and then saw physician to discuss the results. Everything was fine. The staff is always courteous and professional.
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Excellent care. Excellent surgeon.
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Dr. Grumley is amazing
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Dr Grumley is the best! She is very knowledgeable and also personable. Thank you. I wouldn't wish cancer on anyone, but I am grateful for the care I have received.
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Dr. Grumley and her team are the most incredibly competent, kind and respectful group that I've had experience with. I feel blessed for having had them through a challenging time.
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Dr Grumley took her time explaining everything get o me and was very professional and patient with me
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Excellent Care
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She was thorough, confident, explained well, answered all my questions & gave me the time that I needed - I trusted her. She put me at ease with my concerns / fears about surgery & I was more pacified & ready to do it w her. And it doesn't hurt that she is pretty to look at! Very positive experience for me,
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Breast cancer with lumpectomy and radiation . F/u with mammogram and exam. All excellent!0
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Dr. Grumley is kind & compassionate & extremely knowledgeable. I trust her with my medical care.
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I am so grateful to be under Dr. Grumley's care! Just tops in expertise and bedside manner. I couldn't be happier!
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This was a very important visit. I needed information about my condition. Everything was explained to me so that I could really understand. I am so grateful.
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Since the very beginning, I don't have any bad experiences to my care provider, she's a good provider.
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I always feel confident that I will get excellent care from Dr. Grumley
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First class patient and customer experience
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Dr. Grumley is compassionate and a great advocate for those with cancer at any stage. She understood that my fear of the unknown and possibility of getting another cancer is great while different from those in advanced treatment.
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Saint John's and Dr. Janie Grumley are a blessing! The hospital, the doctors and the entire medical team and staff are exceptional!
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Dr Grumley is one of the best doctors I have been a patient of, she is highly knowledgeable, competent, professional, compassionate and most humble !!Her patients are all blessed in my opinion
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I am so grateful for Dr Grumley and all her team , they made a very difficult time so much easier with their support and kindness . I will be forever grateful to them all !
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Dr Grumley is a magnificent physician. I have complete faith and confidence in her. She is thorough and focused on the proper completion of the details of the care she provides.
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Very impressed
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Dr. Grumley is kind, knowledgeable, and competent. Would highly recommend her to anyone that needs breast cancer care.
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Dr. Grumley provides the very best possible.
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Excellent team. I am very pleased with the care I have received so far at St. John's.
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Very friendly, efficient care.
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Dr. Grumley is an excellent health care provider. She is in a class of her own and I am referring any and all women with breast cancer to her for surgery.
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Very attentive and thorough.
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Provider spent a lot of time explaining to me, asking if I had questions. Positive and helpful, she seemed very competent and I felt I was well taken care of.
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Dr. Grumley and her staff were amazing!!!!! And then after I had my ultrasound she called me personally on her vacation I think to tell me what I needed to do next. I am so blessed that she Is my Doctor..
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Dr Grumley and staff are fantastic. Always able to reach them and get help or info I need.
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I am lucky to know Dr. Grumley
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Dr. Grumley was kind, personable and answered all questions. The doctor did a partial mastectomy and this was a 6 month follow up. The results were excellent. I always feel that the Breast Cancer Center from when I enter, to when I leave is an idyllic place for the patient. Personal, kind, professional care. I wish this could be the blueprint for all medical providers. In this harried, digitized impersonal world, this center provides a much needed respite from the trauma for the patient.
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She is a very good doctor and very attentive and warm.
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Dr. Grumley is a very knowledgeable and caring breast cancer doctor. So fortunate to have her as my doctor.
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Im obsessed with dr. Grumley she did an amazing job im recommending her forever
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It was very warm , knowledgeable doctor.
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The whole team was unbelievable and I feel I am in very good hands with my breast cancer.
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I remained in one room and all drs came to me. I was very impressed with the attentiveness and compassion of the staff. I was treated with respect and all required tests were ordered immediately and the results posted on my chart. Thank you to all who helped me
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They are a group of smart, kind, caring professionals.
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Dr. Grumley is an excellent doctor. And I very much appreciate her thoughtfulness and responsiveness (e.g. Calling me immediately with any test results because she anticipates that I would be anxious).
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Dr. Grumley is nothing short of wonderful -- very patient, very informative.
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Dr. Grumley is amazing. She ALWAYS explains everything and makes me feel like I am in great hands! The best.
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Dr. Grumley is an outstanding surgeon and healer. I have been extremely impressed with the care she has given me.
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Excellent care both surgery and aftercare
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I have always had positive experiences at the breast center at St. John's from the schedulers through to the doctors and nurses.
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Execellent
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This provider, and her office staff, are wonderful people. I know I'm in good hands, and it takes the stress out of what I'm going through.
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Appointments with Dr. Grumley always address the medical issue at hand with confidence and clarity.
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Dr. Grumley's care and kindness are consistently wonderful! She is just the best and I'm so grateful to be in her care!!
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Dr Grumley and her staff are the best in the world
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Dr. Grumley is wonderful. I am certain I am receiving the very best care, and feel fortunate to have her as my doctor.
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Dr. Grumley provides wonderful care. She is thoughtful, informative, thorough, efficient and kind. I would recommend her without reservation to anyone with a breast cancer diagnosis.
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She is great and you are lucky to have herNo more surveys!
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Dr. Grumley is amazing and I am forever grateful.
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Dr Grumley is wonderful! I feel fortunate to have her as my doctor.
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Glad I was recommended to Dr Grumley
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Dr Grumley is a brilliant surgeon and a caring doctor. I was lucky to find her
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I am very happy w the care the entire team provides. I'm especially grateful to Dr Grumley for her skill and comprehensive care
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Dr. Grumley is truly exceptional, she is so knowledgeable and extremely caring and provides the best care I've ever had. I called her my angel. She is really the best of the best in every aspect I can imagine! Her skills are exceptional, she is patient. She is very caring, very loving, and she explained everything to me and she did the most amazing surgery and the outcome was fantastic. I couldn't ask for any better doctor in this world, and I admire her and adore her. She made something that could be the most horrible experience of my life into a pleasant experience, and she took excellent care of me beyond imagination. I am beyond grateful for her and will give her 10+ in everything and so lucky. I have her treating me.
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I'm a new patient and I appreciated the team approach and the support staff. They were very supportive and professional
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My first visit and I was very impressed with the entire staff. Very knowledgable and compassionate.
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Dr. Grumley and staff always go above and beyond in all aspects of patient care. I feel very fortunate to have such an outstanding doctor and care team.
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Everything was fine. I have no further comments.
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I am treating like a member of the family. Warm, loving and taken care of. I enjoyed the new colorful new gowns and, because I had more then one test, I was given a warm robe to keep me warm.
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I was very impressed with Dr. Grumley.
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I liked Dr. Janie Grumley's approach to handling my current issue that needs immediate attention. Dr. Grumley took great care in explaining the reports, findings and options available.
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I really appreciate the knowledge and the level of attention I received from Dr. G Gurney as well as the the very thaughtfull atmosphere In the office.
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I can not say enough good things about dr grumley and her team. Everyone was so patient, understanding, compassionate and explained everything so clearly. This experience is how all medical professionals should care for their patients. The team makes you feel like a whole person and the care reflects a holistic quality of life perspective, which is so important for me, a person going through a tough diagnosis.
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I find the Peterson breast clinic very organized and run very professionally. There is a system, and I believe we need more of that in this world. Very happy with my medical team.
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Dr Grumley is brilliant, caring and kind.
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Great service!
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Loved all the doctors I saw that day. Excellent team
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Everything was great!! Very happy with my team.
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Very qualified staff - clean facility. Respectful treatment by physician and all staff.
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Your questionnaire does not fit the care/relationship with my breast cancer surgeon, Dr. Grumley, and the team she has trained and assembled around her. She Is off any scale of numbers you can provide. She brings the best of evidence based medicine, her technical expertise, and her heart and soul to the care of her patients---to me, if I speak specifics. You could have no better person in this position for our community. She is the epitome of physician in our modern age. The questionnaire writers should consider subsets for the specialty providers at St. Johns and give varying times between office visits for monitoring cancer recurrence, by the way. No patient I know considers their visit with their cancer surgeon or the oncologist as "routine care" and yet, when no cancer has been detected, the visits after that are spread out per each specialty. In some respects they are "routine" but to the cancer patient, each visit is facing their mortality again and again. Dr. Grumley is a superb physician. My opinion is based on being a patient and being a physician. She is the "bee's knees".
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Always a wonderful experience.
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Dr. Grumley is great.
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All good - very professional!
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Dr. Grummley is the best!!! Extraordinary in all ways.
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Dr Grumly and her staff were extraordinary and they gave me exceptional care.
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Excellent care.
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Dr Grumley is the best Doctor and Human Being in the world
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Dr. GRUMLEY after meeting with multi-disciplinary team was incredible in conveying the type of cancer I have and my specific options for treating it. She inspired confidence in a very difficult situation with her knowledge and humanity. Kudos to her and every member of the team.
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Very good visit
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Dr Janie Grumbly is smart , confident, caring and she makes you feel you are in good hands. SHE IS THE BESTt! You are lucky to have her at Saint johns hospital. A nice person to boot. Thanks
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5
Dr. Grumley and her staff were fantastic. They were knowledgeable, kind, and thoughtful.
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My experiences with Dr. Grumley and her staff have been EVERYTHING positive!!! I am so grateful to be in her care!!!
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Excellent care from the Dr & team!
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I am so happy with the entire process at Providence
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Everything was fine. Thank you
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Extremely kind and informative
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