Alicia Fanning, MD
Primary Location
Beachwood Family Health Center
- Appointment:
- 216.444.3024
- Desk:
- 216.839.3000
- Fax:
- 216.445.4048
Additional Locations
Breast Services
Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
9500 Euclid Avenue
Cleveland, OH 44195
Driving Directions
- Appointment:
- 216.444.3024
- Desk:
- 216.444.3022
- Fax:
- 216.445.4048
Treatment & Services
- 2nd Opinion Evaluations
- Axillary lymph node dissection
- Breast Biopsy
- Breast Cancer Surgery Program
- Breast Conservation Surgery
- Breast Diagnostics
- Breast Surgical Oncology
- Breast Ultrasound
- Cancer Center
- Excision of breast fistula
- High Risk Breast Cancer
- Intraoperative Radiation Therapy
- Lumpectomy for breast cancer
- Mastectomy
- Minimally Invasive Breast Biopsy
- Minimally Invasive Breast Surgery
- Nipple & Skin Sparing Mastectomy
- Nipple-sparing mastectomy
- Office Ultrasound Guided Biopsy
- Oncoplastic Surgery For Breast Cancer
- Partial mastectomy for breast cancer
- Second Opinion Breast Cancer
- Sentinel Lymph Node Procedures
- Sentinel Node Biopsy
- Skin Sparing Mastectomy
- Surgery for Abnormal Breast Biopsy
- Surgery For Breast Cancer
- Surgery for Diseases Of The Breast
- Surgical Oncology
Specialty in Diseases & Conditions
- Abnormal Mammogram
- Axillary Mass - Pain/Swelling
- Benign Breast Disease
- Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD)
- Breast
- Breast - Malignant Neoplasm
- Breast Abscess
- Breast atypia
- Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer - High Risk
- Breast Cancer - Mass, Lump or Swelling
- Breast Disease
- Breast Infections
- Breast Lump
- Breast Pain
- Ductal Carcinoma In Situ
- Gynecomastia
- Intraductal Papilloma
- Male Breast Cancer
- Nipple Discharge
- Paget's Disease
- Pediatric Breast Anomalies
- Recurrent Breast Cancer
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View All PlansAbout Alicia Fanning, MD
Alicia Fanning, MD, is a Staff Physician in the Department of General Surgery and the Breast Center. Her specialty interests include breast cancer and breast disease. She has special interest in nipple sparing and oncoplastic techniques.
She is a member of the Association of Women Surgeons, American Society of Breast Services and is a Fellow with the American College of Surgeons.
Dr. Fanning earned her medical degree from Howard University College of Medicine in Washington, D.C. She completed an internship and residency at the University of Rochester-Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester, N.Y. She completed a fellowship at the Cleveland Clinic in Cleveland, Ohio.
Education & Professional Highlights
Appointed
2002
Education & Fellowships
Fellowship - Cleveland Clinic
Surgical Endoscopy
Cleveland,
OH USA
2002
Medical Education - Howard University
Washington,
DC USA
1996
Undergraduate - Boston University
Biology
Boston,
MA USA
1991
Undergraduate - Washington University
St. Louis,
MO USA
1989
Certifications
- Surgery - General Surgery
Specialty Interests
breast cancer and breast disease, breast diagnostics, breast diseases, breast surgical oncology, oncoplastic surgery, nipple sparing, mastectomy, intra-operative radiotherapy techniques
Awards & Honors
- 2011 Service Excellence Award: a national award given annually to 10 physicians who have demonstrated a high level of integrity and compassionate care.
Research & Publications
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87 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.
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| Overall | Star Ratings | |
|---|---|---|
| Explains | 4.9 | |
| Listens | 5 | |
| Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 4.9 | |
| Patient Rating of Doctor | 4.9 |
28 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on Jun 29, 2022
Dr. Fanning was very clear with the information she gave me and very nice and respectful.
Reviewed on Jun 29, 2022
I love Dr. Fanning. She explains everything in such a way that it is accessible to non-medical people but doesn't make you feel like you are being talked down to. She listened to and addressed all my concerns. I have gone through a lot with Dr. Fanning by my side and she was amazing. I actually cried when I had to say goodbye to her as my care is being transitioned to survivorship.
Reviewed on Jun 9, 2022
Dr was fabulous patient care and professional kind compassionate and a expert at her job!
Reviewed on Jun 9, 2022
Dr. Fanning gave me so much confidence and informed on every step of this cancer journey
Reviewed on May 25, 2022
Dr. Fanning was outstanding and provided clear, thorough information and answered all my questions.
Reviewed on Apr 27, 2022
DR Fanning completely explained my diagnosis and proposed treatment and let me make my own decision.
Reviewed on Apr 13, 2022
Dr. Fanning was terrific. Took her time explaining my diagnosis, treatment options. Was personable, made me feel very comfortable. Haven't had my surgery yet, but I feel so well cared for already.
Reviewed on Mar 3, 2022
Dr Fanning and her staff are Amazing!
Reviewed on Feb 17, 2022
Wonderful experience! Dr. Fanning was my answer to prayer. So competent. Her staff the best I've dealt with. Dr. Fanning communicates so well.
Reviewed on Feb 17, 2022
I have already recommended Dr. Fanning and staff to friends and others in Ashland. Couldn't have had better care.
Reviewed on Feb 17, 2022
Wonderful outcome to an anxious experience that Dr. Fanning and staff made less fearful through their communication and sensitivity.
Reviewed on Jan 27, 2022
I enjoyed meeting Dr. Fanning and she explained everything to me very well.
Reviewed on Jan 20, 2022
Dr. Fanning is a caring and no-nonsense doctor. She is open and considerate.
Reviewed on Jan 19, 2022
Dr Fanning is a class act - spent quality time, took the time to review the results and established a gameplan. Was very prepared for our visit. Every physician should be as personable as Dr Fanning.
Reviewed on Jan 13, 2022
Dr. Fanning is amazing and I feel so fortunate to be in her care. She explained my situation to me that was not only very informative but very gently and in a way that made me feel she cared about me not only as a patient, but as a person.
Reviewed on Jan 13, 2022
Excellent doctor!
Reviewed on Dec 22, 2021
I was there for a surgery counselt regarding a benigh breast tumor recently found. Dr. Fanning gave me a thorough examination and explanation about the procedures. She was so patient and caring. I couldn't make a decision on the surgery in he end. Dr. Fanning gave me a couple of contact cards of herself and her PA/nurse so I can reach them easily if I have any questions. Great doctor!
Reviewed on Dec 15, 2021
I would absolutely recommend Dr. Fanning. She's very straight forward and easy to talk to. Most importantly for me I loved her personality.
Reviewed on Dec 9, 2021
I couldn't resist. Retired H.S. English teacher. Dr. CARED for me very well. 6. Very WELL.
Reviewed on Dec 9, 2021
Everything was excellent during my visit with Dr Fanning and she answered all of my questions and those of my daughter who was on speaker phone.
Reviewed on Dec 8, 2021
Before I knew there would be someone to help me schedule it was difficult to even have someone answer a phone....I listened to a CCF commercial on my cell phone for 20 minutes to have the call get cut off to start again. I love that Dr Fanning has a person called a Navigator
Reviewed on Dec 8, 2021
My experience with the Dr and her staff was very compassionate and caring and Innformative
Reviewed on Oct 20, 2021
Tracy and Angie very helpful. Dr Fanning very thorough and good explanations.
Reviewed on Oct 13, 2021
The six month follow up appointment date was fixed by Dr. Fanning's office - I did not have to call to make the appointment, which was very good!
Reviewed on Oct 13, 2021
Dr. Fanning was very friendly and polite. She took the time to explain the results of my tests to me and suggested the next steps. She was very patient and answered all my questions. I felt confident and happy that I had her as my surgeon and physician.
Reviewed on Oct 13, 2021
The physician, Dr. Fanning is excellent and provides first class care. So also the others - the ultrasound technologist, the Radiologist, etc.
Reviewed on Sep 30, 2021
Dr. Fanning put me at ease from the startshe addressed my concerns for a second opinion. Impressive!
Reviewed on Sep 23, 2021
Dr. Fanning was recommended by a former patient who spoke highly of her. She did a fabulous job in informing me about every step of my diagnosis.