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Bassin, Leah R., MD, FACS

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

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

Education

Undergraduate
George Washington University

Medical School
Ross University School of Medicine

Internship
Stamford Hospital
Columbia University

Residency
Columbia University ‐ General Surgery
Stamford Hospital

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

Reviews

Verified Patient Reviews

5 out of 5 stars

Very professional and yet Compassionate

4 out of 5 stars

My physician had a resident physician with her, and I felt like this changed the dynamic of the appointment. I felt like my doctor was slightly less personable with me then it's typical for her and seemed a bit more rushed.

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Bassin is lovely, kind, and I felt very confident in her.

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Bassin was amazing, supportive and thorough. Love.

5 out of 5 stars

The reason I continue to see Dr. Bassin is that she and her staff are so caring and pleasant that I enjoy seeing them.

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Bassin is a fine physician.

5 out of 5 stars

They assisted to get me an earlier appt for a needed procedure.

5 out of 5 stars

Very thorough, provided pictures and clear explanation

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Bassin is an excellent doctor who is kind, caring and very thorough. I would highly recommend her. She's the best!

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Bassin was very thorough.

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Bassin is the best!

5 out of 5 stars

Today I saw the doctor. She is always so nice to talk with and often gives great suggestions for any concerns I might have.

5 out of 5 stars

I was completely at ease during this visit. It was good to be treated as a person, not just a patient.

5 out of 5 stars

Dr Bassin is a caring, dedicated professional!

5 out of 5 stars

I love Dr. Bassin, Meg Fascendini and the rest of the staff!

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Bassin is the BEST. She is personable, professional and listens to me.

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Bassin is an expert in her field. I am confident I am getting the best care possible. She is friendly and kind as well.

5 out of 5 stars

My visit was a positive experiance

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Bassin is a wonder caring physician.

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.


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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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