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Our Staff
 

Raylene Waters
Practice Manager

Raylene Waters is the Practice Manager for Advanced Breast Care Specialists.  Raylene has been in the healthcare management field for the past 25 years and has worked with many specialists, including pediatrics, internal medicine, and urgent care.  Raylene is excited to work with Dr. Curcio and the staff to help patients struggling with breast cancer. "I continue to be amazed at how much medicine has made our lives better over the years. In the three years with Advanced Breast Care Specialist, I have seen how many lives have been touched by the care and attention received in our practice."  Raylene works with the staff to ensures that the practice's patients are taken care of in an compassionate and caring environment.

Alice Daugherty, RN, MSN, CNP
Nurse Practitioner
Alice Daugherty is the Nurse Practitioner for Advanced Breast Care Specialists. Alice worked 12 years at Mission Hospital as a certified Oncology Nurse. In December 2006, she received her Masters in Nursing where she graduated magna cum laude from the Nurse Practitioner Program. Alice has a passion for the care and education of breast cancer patients. Alice enjoys getting to know the patients and being able to help them with their problems not only in the context of the diagnosis but more importantly in the context of their lives and how their particular diagnosis affects them day to day.
 

Lisa Bairler, PA
Physician Assistant
Lisa Bailer is a licensed Physician Assistant and works closely with Dr. Curcio to provide continuity of care to her breast cancer patients. Lisa received  her Masters of Sciences degree from Duke University Physician Assistant Program in Durham, North Carolina.  Lisa received her BS in Biopsychology from University of California, San Diego and prepared for physician assistant program at UCLA.  Lisa brings a variety of experience to Advanced Breast Care Specialists.  

Karen Wehner, MS, OTR/L, CLT
Physical Therapist
Karen Wehner has over 30 years of experience as an occupational therapist in physical rehabilitation.  She is a licensed OT and also holds an MS in Gerontology.  Karen received her certification as a lymphedema therapist in 2001 and now exclusively practices lymphedema therapy, with particular emphasis on breast cancer patients.  In keeping with the practice’s philosophy of “education, empowerment and emotional well-being,” Karen’s background is an excellent fit.  Having worked in the field and teaching at a community college for 10 years, Karen places a high priority on patient education. Karen is pleased to be part of Dr. Curcio’s team where patient care emphasizes open communication, support, and active participation to further strengthen the road to recovery. Effective October 2009, Karen Wehner is available for physical therapy consultations at Advanced Breast Care Specialists.

Suellen M. Scarff, MS, RD
Registered Dietitian
Suellen Scarff joins Advanced Breast Care services as a registered dietitian.  Suellen received her BS in Human Nutrition from Ohio State University and her MS, specializing in Geriatric Nutrition, also from Ohio State. Suellen has worked in a variety of healthcare settings and is available to assist Dr. Curcio's patients with nutritional assessments, dietary advice and planning. Effective October 2009, Suellen is available for private nutritional assessments and consultations.

Sue Lauterjung
Assistant to Dr. Curcio
Sue assists Dr. Curcio with patients and helps to keep the practice's documentation current. Sue is honored to be part of this excellent staff.  As a 15-year breast cancer survivor, Sue is
empathetic and understands the needs and concerns of the patients we care for.  She has worked in the medical field for over 40 years, primarily in the areas of general administrative work and medical transcription.  Sue has also led a breast cancer support group for 10 years.  She feels that working with Dr. Curcio is a privilege that combines her talent and experience to benefit the practice’s patients.  
 

Jamie Raby
Front Office

Jamie has worked in the medical field for more than 5 years and has a wide range of front office experience. Jamie's calm demeanor is important as she is responsible for a variety of front office duties, including answering the busy phone lines. You can rely on her professionalism and pleasant voice and tone whenever you call our office.

 

Jenn March
Medical Assistant

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Lisa Curcio, M.D.
Advanced Breast Care Specialists of Orange County
25982 Pala,  Suite 140
Mission Viejo, CA  92691
Phone: (949) 770-0797
Fax:    (949) 770-0730
 

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Dr. Lisa Curcio specializes in optimal breast health, breast cancer surgery, genetic screening, risk assessment and counseling, management of benign breast problems and Breast Cancer Treatment in Orange County, California (CA).  Advanced Breast Care Specialist is located in Mission Viejo, California (CA).  Patients from the surrounding cities such as Anaheim, Costa Mesa, Fullerton, Garden Grove, Huntington Beach, Irvine, Orange, Santa Ana, Aliso Viejo, Brea, Buena Park, Cypress, Dana Point, Fountain Valley, La Habra, La Palma, Laguna Beach, Laguna Hills, Laguna Niguel, Laguna Woods, Lake Forest, Los Alamitos, Newport Beach, Placentia, Rancho Santa Margarita, San Clemente, San Juan Capistrano, Seal Beach, Stanton, Tustin, Villa Park, Westminster, and Yorba Linda can conveniently schedule an appointment with our Mission Viejo office.

Breast Examination & Education
Diagnosis & Treatment of Breast Cancer
Management of Benign Breast Problems
Support Groups -Young Women
Genetic Screening, Risk
Assessment, & Intervention

Genomics -Genetic Risk Assessment

Lymphedema Early Detection

Imaging with Ultrasound
Image-Guided Breast Biopsies
Ductal Lavage & Endoscopy
Access to Research Protocols
Second Opinion
Consultation
Breast Cancer Surgery

Breast Reconstruction -Oncoplastic

 

Breast Conservation
Skin-Sparing Mastectomy
Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy
Mammosite Catheter for Partial
Breast Radiation

Survivorship Support
Nutritional  Assessment, Classes
Support

Breast Cancer/Health Articles

 

 

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