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Bassin, Leah R., MD, FACS

Gender

Female

Language

English

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Specialties
Accepting New Patients
  • Breast Surgery
Areas of Expertise
Breast Cancer, Breast Health, Breast Preservation Surgery, Diagnostic Breast Ultrasound, Diagnostic Ultrasound, Hidden Scar Breast Surgery, Minimally Invasive Surgery, Needle Core Breast Biopsy, Oncoplastic Breast Surgery, Ultrasound-guided Biopsy

Hospitals and Organizations

  • The Hospital of Central Connecticut
  • West Hartford Surgery Center
  • Hartford Hospital
  • Hartford HealthCare Medical Group
  • Integrated Care Partners

Education

Fellowship
Beth Israel Medical Center ‐ Breast Surgery
St. Lukes Roosevelt Hospital

Internship
Stamford Hospital
Columbia University

Medical School
Ross University School of Medicine

Residency
Columbia University ‐ General Surgery
Stamford Hospital

Undergraduate
George Washington University

Reviews

Verified Patient Reviews

5 out of 5 stars

Dr Bassin was ready for my arrival. I could tell she had read my file and knew my case. She had appointments scheduled for follow up tests and provided an informational notebook for me to take. This made my "hard to hear" news much easier to deal with.

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Bassin is my Beyonce when it came to explaining my diagnosis, care and surgery options. Dr.Bassin explained everything in full detail and was honest with sets I will need to take to help foster my progress. In addition to Dr. Bassin, was able to ease my anxiety, fears and most important, she was gracious as well as compassionate!!

5 out of 5 stars

I recommend the practice every day to my coworkers and families

5 out of 5 stars

Routine follow up for breast surgery.

5 out of 5 stars

Have recommended Dr. Bassin to others.

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Bassin was very attentive and answered all questions I had.

5 out of 5 stars

Appreciate their time and care no

5 out of 5 stars

Dr Bassin was wonderful. It was difficult dealing with the front desk person who seemed just in a terrible mood, and spoke to me as if I was bothering her

5 out of 5 stars

Dr Bassin is tops.

5 out of 5 stars

Excellent professional care provided and caring atmosphere.

5 out of 5 stars

The visit was part of a 5 year follow up care and doctor Bassin and her staff are most caring and prompt . I have been and am very satisfied with them

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Bassin very professional and thorough. APRN Debbie Gage (previous appt) EXCELLENT!!! Would recommend her to any and all.

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Leah Bassin was very professional, kind, caring and patient during my exam and in her discussions with me both before & after my exam. I have total faith in her medical knowledge and ability.

5 out of 5 stars

Very pleased with experience

5 out of 5 stars

Dr Bassin is amazing.. Truly cares & remembers your history..

5 out of 5 stars

Caring professional; helpful explanation to my question.

5 out of 5 stars

The doctor was helpful. She was very clear in explanations so I know exactly what to expect . She gave helpful advice

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Bassin was very well prepared for my visit. She had a notebook of information tailored to my situation ready for me. She listened carefully to my concerns and answered all of my questions. I found her to be compassionate and reassuring.

5 out of 5 stars

Excellent care! Thank you!

5 out of 5 stars

The doctor and all techs are A 1

5 out of 5 stars

Dr Bassen is fantastic! Highly recommend.

Other Reviews from Around the Web

5 out of 5 stars

Convenient appointment, friendly staff, she was knowledge and answered all my questions.

5 out of 5 stars

First visit with Dr. Bassin went very well. She seems friendly and appears to be a great listener. Her plan for me this far sounds thorough yet reasonable.

5 out of 5 stars

I had a excellent experience with Dr Bassin. She is a kind, caring,ñ and knowledgeable doctor. Most important, Dr Bassin listens to you and seems to care about your opinion that she takes into consideration for treatment.

5 out of 5 stars

I love going to the this location the staff they are very pleasant and professional. I liked the fact that am not in the waiting area for too long.

5 out of 5 stars

Very important information. Great 👍 news. Great staff. The best doctor. Thanks.

5 out of 5 stars

Dr Bassin was very compassionate and took care to explain my diagnosis, prognosis and treatment options at great length. I feel confident in my treatment choice and her as my surgeon.

Bio

Dr. Leah Bassin is a breast surgeon with the Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute Breast Program. Clinically, her interests are breast health and wellness, high-risk breast disease, breast preservation surgery, oncoplastic breast surgery, breast cancer surgery and diagnostic ultrasound and ultrasound-guided biopsy.

After finishing her undergraduate degree at The George Washington University, Dr. Bassin earned a medical degree at Ross University School of Medicine. She completed an internship and residency in general surgery at The Stamford Hospital/Columbia University, and a fellowship in breast surgery at Beth Israel Medical Center/St. Luke’s Roosevelt.

Dr. Bassin is board-certified in general surgery by the American Board of Surgery. She is a member of the American College of Surgeons and the American Society of Breast Surgeons.

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Insurance

Aetna, Anthem, Cigna Healthcare, Colonial Cooperative Care, Community Health Network of Connecticut, Inc., Connecticare, First Health Group Corp., Health New England, Multiplan, Northeast Health Direct, Oxford Health Plans, United Healthcare, BCBS Medicare, Connecticare Commercial, Connecticare Medicare, Corvel, Coventry, Essence Healthcare, Evercare, Focus, Health Connecticut, Health Direct, Healthy Connecticut, Prime Health Services, Private Health Care Systems, Inc., Senior Whole Health, WellCare of Connecticut, Inc., One Health Plan/ Great-West Healthcare, CarePartners of Connecticut

This information is subject to change at any time. Please check with your insurance provider before scheduling your appointment or receiving services to confirm they are a participating member of the Hartford HealthCare network.

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