Breast Cancer Surgery Expert Witness Yana Puckett

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Dr. Yana Puckett, MD, MBA, MPH, MSc, FSSO, is a double board-certified Breast Surgical Oncologist specializing in the diagnosis and surgical management of breast cancer. Fellowship-trained in Complex General Surgical Oncology, she provides expert review of:

Delayed Breast Cancer Diagnosis
Lumpectomy Margin Adequacy
Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy Standards
Nipple-Sparing Mastectomy Technique
Residual Breast Tissue
Retroareolar Tumors
Benign Breast Disease

Postoperative Complications:
Infection
Seroma
Nerve Injury
Implant Loss
Delay in Diagnosis
Lymphedema

Dr. Puckett performs both breast cancer surgery and oncoplastic reconstruction, offering a unique dual perspective on surgical decision-making, technique, complication patterns, and causation. She evaluates adherence to national guidelines (NCCN, ASCO, SSO/ASTRO) and key trial data including Z0011, SOUND, and targeted axillary dissection principles.

Her expert services include medical record and imaging review, operative analysis, evaluation of diagnostic timelines, opinions on standard of care, written reports, affidavits, deposition testimony, and trial testimony. She also performs Independent Medical Examinations (IMEs) for breast cancer–related disability questions.

Dr. Puckett is known for clear, concise, evidence-based opinions and strong communication with attorneys. She accepts select plaintiff and defense cases nationwide.

• Dr. Yana Puckett's Publications