Darlene Miltenburg

Executive Summary & Candidate Overview

With a career spanning over two decades, Darlene has established herself as a proficient Breast Oncology Surgeon, delivering exceptional care to patients across various healthcare settings. Her extensive experience includes serving as a Medical Director and Chief of Breast Surgery, as well as holding leadership positions in breast tumor boards. Darlene is committed to advancing breast cancer treatment and educating future medical professionals as an instructor at Texas A & M University Medical School.

Accomplishments and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Darlene's notable achievements include:

• Performing 200-250 surgeries on the breast and axilla annually, demonstrating her surgical proficiency and dedication to patient care.

• Establishing and leading multidisciplinary breast cancer programs, contributing to NAPBC accreditation and the advancement of breast cancer treatment.

• Serving as a key opinion leader and educator in breast oncology, mentoring medical students, residents, and fellow surgeons.

• Demonstrating exceptional leadership skills as a Medical Director, Chief of Breast Surgery, and Chairperson of Breast Tumor Boards.

Location and Travel

• Open to: On-Site and Hybrid Roles.

• Preferred Locations: Houston, TX, and surrounding areas.

• Compensation Seeking: Competitive salary commensurate with experience and responsibilities.

• Position Seeking:

  Seeking roles as a Breast Oncology Surgeon or similar positions.

Work Experience

1. Breast Oncology Surgeon - Baylor Scott & White Health, Austin, TX (June 2023 to Present)

   • Contributing to a NAPBC accredited, multidisciplinary breast cancer program.

   • Serving as an instructor at Texas A & M University Medical School.

2. Breast Oncology Surgeon - Breast Health Institute of Houston, Houston, TX (June 2016 to May 2023)

   • Operating a solo private practice focused on comprehensive breast cancer treatment.

3. Breast Oncology Surgeon - Woman’s Hospital of Texas, Houston, TX (July 2011 to May 2016)

   • Held the position of Medical Director and Breast Tumor Board Chairperson.

4. Breast Oncology Surgeon - Scott & White Hospital / Texas A&M University, Temple, TX (January 2002 to May 2011)

   • Served as Chief of Breast Surgery and Breast Tumor Board Chairperson.

   • Held the position of Assistant Professor of Surgery at Texas A&M University Medical School.

5. General Surgeon - Methodist Hospital / Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX (July 1997 to September 2001)

   • Specialized in general surgery and held the position of Assistant Professor of Surgery at Baylor College of Medicine.

Education

• Medical Doctor (MD) in Medicine - McMaster University, Hamilton, ON (August 1986 to June 1989)

• Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Nursing - McMaster University, Hamilton, OH (August 1980 to June 1984)