Robert Legare, MD
Associate Professor of Medicine (Medical Oncology)Cards
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'Robert D. Legare, MD, is a medical oncologist specializing in the management and treatment of breast and ovarian cancer. He also focuses on understanding and addressing hereditary cancer syndromes, aiming to provide personalized treatment plans and preventative strategies.
As an associate professor of medicine at Yale School of Medicine, Dr. Legare engages in clinical research centered on improving outcomes for patients with breast and ovarian cancers, and investigating the genetic factors contributing to these diseases
Dr. Legare received his medical degree from Tufts University School of Medicine and undertook further specialization in medical oncology during his residency and fellowship at Yale New Haven Hospital, Yale School of Medicine and Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Harvard Medical School. His contributions to the field have been recognized nationally, enhancing patient care with innovative research and education.
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- February 23, 2024
Department of Internal Medicine Promotions and Appointments (February 2024)
- January 09, 2024Source: Yale New Haven Health
Westerly Hospital receives 2023 Press Ganey Human Experience Guardian of Excellence Award®
- October 13, 2022Source: YNHH Lawrence Memorial Hospital
Advancing Care - October 2022
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