Karen T. Lane's Online Review Report Card

Very friendly staff and all the Dr.s are kind and pleasant

Over 10 yrs cancer free. I was so happy we chose Dr Lane after interviewing 3 other Doctors. She is professional and personable. She explained the cancer type and relived us of fears and explained what was to be done and what options we had. She’s doesn’t know how many compliments I’ve received on her excellent surgery skills when I have breast exams. I barely have a scar. If you choose Dr Lane you will get the honest truth and good care. Thank you Dr Lane.

Dr. Lane is fantastic! She is very thorough and compassionate. She truly cares about you as an individual and takes the time needed to make you feel comfortable. I highly recommend her to anyone needing breast surgery due to cancer. Her surgical skills and expertise are second to NONE!

Dr. Lane is an exceptional doctor! I saw her in the Pacific Breast Care Center in Costa Mesa and it was the best experience I've ever had going for a mammogram. I was diagnosed immediately after my mammogram, ended up needing an ultra sound and several biopsies (all done the same day in the same office). It was refreshing to know the results immediately instead of waiting for days/weeks Dr. Lane ended up performing a full mastectomy on my left breast. She made a small incision under my armpit and removed the entire breast! The scar was very small and is not noticeable since it's under the armpit. She is a very caring and compassionate doctor and explains things thoroughly. Her expertise and skills are second to NONE! I highly recommend her if you need any cancer related breast surgery.

Dr. Lane is an exceptional doctor! I saw her in the Pacific Breast Care Center in Costa Mesa and it was the best experience Ive ever had going for a mammogram. I was diagnosed immediately after my mammogram, ended up needing an ultra sound and several biopsies (all done the same day in the same office). It was refreshing to know the results immediately instead of waiting for days/weeks Dr. Lane ended up performing a full mastectomy on my left breast. She made a small incision under my armpit and removed the entire breast! The scar was very small and is not noticeable since its under the armpit. She is a very caring and compassionate doctor and explains things thoroughly. Her expertise and skills are second to NONE! I highly recommend her if you need any cancer related breast surgery.

Very caring and nice.

After years and years of being misdiagnosed mistreated Dr. Lane was thee best . Listens she is not close minded is a major patient advocate and tells you exactly what you need honesty and sincerity. I can not express how much this woman changed my life not only removing my cancer but guiding me through my journey. She is the sole person that regained my faith in medicine . I trust her with my life and she will research anything which made me feel she is always willing to learn more . Medicine isnt just school its a quest to learn more and heal often. She does just that a true doctor.

I was impressed by her cheeriness and encouragement the first day I met Dr. Karen Lane at Chao Cancer Center. After assuring me that my advanced stage cancer will face a fierce fight from her she went out of her way to invite in Dr. Rita Mehta my Oncologist, with whom my appointment was for the next week, to spare a second and meet with me there and then. Not in my wildest dream did come across such an enthusiastic and energetic pair. Dr. Mehtas chemo shrunk the tumor to where Dr. Lanes radical mastectomy (left breast and lymph nodes) came out so well that breast reconstruction (by my plastic surgery doctors) turned out superb. I would have liked double mastectomy to forestall a possible cancer in the other breast while at the same time achieving a symmetrical chest appearance, but Dr. Lane advised against removing the other breast since there was nothing wrong with it. I know that both breasts will eventually be made to match by my plastic surgeons! I saw Christ in my medical team.

Dr Lane is an exceptional and capable professional. In addition to excelling in her area of expertise, she is extremely kindhearted and sincere. I specifically recall meeting with her after receiving a difficult diagnosis of recurrent breast cancer. Our appointment was technically over, as we had covered all the pertinent information. Dr Lane was headed toward the door to leave when I asked her yet another question. She promptly removed her hand from the door handle, turned around, and came to sit next to me. She listened intently to my question and then answered with a knowledgeable, kind, calmness. I would recommend Dr Lane and the UCI cancer team with whom she works to my family, friends, and YOU.

Very accessible. I can see her anytime I need to. Cares about her patients and listens to them. Responds promptly to questions and concerns.