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Dr. Cassann Natacha Blake, MD

(46 Ratings)

Specializes in: General Surgery and Surgical Oncology (Cancer Surgery)

SUNY, University at Buffalo School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences (1997)

Professional interests include: skin-sparing mastectomy, oncoplastic breast surgery, Paget's disease, and more.

5701 University Drive
Coral Springs, FL 33067

1-877-463-2010

Dr. Cassann Natacha Blake, MD is a general surgeon in Weston, FL specializing in general surgery and surgical oncology (cancer surgery). She graduated from SUNY, University at Buffalo School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences in 1997 and has 27 years of experience. Dr. Cassann Natacha Blake, MD is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic, CLEVELAND CLINIC FLORIDA A NONPROFIT CORPORATION, Coral Springs Family Health and Surgery Center and Cleveland Clinic Weston Hospital.

Office Locations

Address:

2950 Cleveland Clinic Boulevard
Weston, FL 33331

Address:

5701 University Drive
Coral Springs, FL 33067

Some issues Dr. Cassann Natacha Blake, MD can help you with:

Breast Biopsy

Breast biopsy is a procedure where a small sample of tissue is collected from the breast for testing. A physician may prescribe a breast biopsy for a variety of reasons, but they are most frequently prescribed for a lump found in the breast. Biopsy samples extracted are examined by pathologists in a laboratory setting and are tested to determine if they are cancerous or benign, or indicative of some other condition. Depending on the lab results, physicians may prescribe additional treatment. Other circumstances which may prompt a breast biopsy include:

Mammograms that detect other unusual features in the chest, such as a cyst or calcium deposit
Breast scans or ultrasounds that display abnormalities
Nipple changes, such as scaling, crusting, or bloody discharge

Breast biopsies are collected through several different procedures and the specific type of biopsy that a patient receives depends on the size, location, and features of a breast lump or irregularity. The three main methods of collecting a breast biopsy include:

Fine needle aspiration (FNA biopsy), where a thin needle is directed into a breast lump or abnormality, extracting a small sample of tissue or liquid
Core needle biopsy (CNB biopsy), where a hollow needle is directed into a breast lump or abnormality, extracting cylinders of tissue called "cores"
Open (surgical) biopsy, where a breast lump is removed through an incision in the breast

Fine needle aspiration (FNA) and core needle biopsy (CNB) are sometimes image-guided, where a mammogram, ultrasound, or MRI helps direct the physician performing the needle extraction.

Fine needle aspiration, the most common biopsy method, generally requires few patient preparations. It is recommended patients avoid using lotion, deodorant, and perfume prior to their biopsy procedure. FNA biopsy is performed with local anesthesia (topical numbing cream) and typically has a quick recovery, but patients may experience soreness for a few days. Core needle biopsy extracts slightly more tissue than an FNA biopsy.

Open (surgical) biopsy is more invasive and requires general anesthesia, where patients are put to sleep during the procedure. Patients must fast prior to the surgery. After the biopsy is performed, patients are monitored in a recovery room for a time before being discharged, when they will need someone else to provide transportation.

Although some may consider breast biopsy to be a simple procedure, it can catch critical issues - particularly breast cancer - that impact wellness. If a breast biopsy reveals an underlying condition like life-threatening cancer, patients can receive the diagnosis and medical treatment that is necessary for their long-term health.

Mastectomy (Breast Removal Surgery)

Mastectomy is the surgical removal of all or part of the breasts, most frequently associated with breast cancer treatment (for both male and female breast cancer patients). Breast cancer patients who receive a mastectomy typically have undergone other treatments, such as chemotherapy, radiation, and less invasive breast-conserving surgery (lumpectomy). If these treatments are unsuccessful, oncologists may eventually prescribe a mastectomy. Other conditions that may prompt a mastectomy include:

Two or more cancerous regions in the same breast
Inability to receive chemotherapy or radiation therapy
High likelihood of recurring breast cancer
Large tumor that is bigger than two inches across
Pregnancy that prohibits radiation therapy
Preexisting conditions like lupus or scleroderma

Notably, some patients may elect to undergo mastectomy without a breast cancer diagnosis. Preventative (prophylactic) mastectomy is performed on those with a high risk of breast cancer, such as having a family history of the disease or carrying the breast cancer BRCA1 or BRCA2 gene. Preventative mastectomy substantially reduces one's chances of developing breast cancer in the future, but it cannot wholly prevent it.

Surgical oncologists perform several types of mastectomies, depending upon the severity of the breast cancer (including factors such as its location and spread), as well as the patients' own aesthetic and personal choices. The six main types of mastectomy include:

Total mastectomy, where the surgical oncologist removes an entire breast, including parts like the pectoral chest muscle, skin, and nipple.
Radical mastectomy, where the surgical oncologist removes the entire breast, underarm lymph nodes, pectoral chest muscles, and outer skin and nipple. One of the most invasive forms of mastectomy, radical mastectomy is infrequently performed.
Modified radical mastectomy, where the surgical oncologist completes a total mastectomy and also removes the underarm lymph nodes. This procedure is slightly less invasive than radical mastectomy.
Skin-sparing mastectomy, where the surgical oncologist removes cancerous breast tissue and nipple, but leaves most of breast skin. This method is used in conjunction with breast reconstruction, as implants can be added below the skin. Skin-sparing mastectomy often requires a treatment team with a surgical oncologist and a plastic surgeon experienced in breast procedures.
Nipple-sparing mastectomy, where the surgical oncologist removes cancerous breast tissue and leaves the nipple and most of the breast skin. This method is only available to patients in the early stages of breast cancer. Similar to skin-sparing mastectomy, this procedure is frequently performed with breast reconstruction.

Any of these procedures can be done on both breasts, in which case the procedure would be known as a double mastectomy. For example, a surgical oncologist might perform a total or nipple-sparing mastectomy on both breasts. Double mastectomies are often used as a preventive surgery for those who are at risk of developing breast cancer later on in life.

Patients have one or two days of hospital stay before returning home from their mastectomy procedures. Full recovery can take several months, but some patients find they are able to resume normal activity within one month of their mastectomy. Patients are advised to limit arm and chest movements whenever possible.

After surgery, patients must also adjust to changes in their appearance. While some patients choose to receive breast reconstruction, other patients may decide to wear prosthetic breasts or will simply embrace their new chest.

Mastectomies permit patients to conquer cancer and lead healthy, thriving lives as breast cancer survivors.

In The News (see more mentions in the news)

“At Cleveland Clinic in Weston, Dr. Cassann Blake, a surgical oncologist, says women with tumors now have more options and surgery can be less invasive.”—"Can a vaccine cure breast cancer? Treatment innovations advancing fast in South Florida", South Florida Sun-Sentinel, October 2022

“"Because of her stage and presentation, she requires multiple forms of treatment chemoradiation," explained Dr. Cassann Blake, a breast oncology surgeon and one of the many doctors treating Diaz.”—"Get Screened Every Year: Many Missed, Delayed Mammograms Due to COVID-19", NBC 6 South Florida, October 2021

“Gomez has praise for all the healthcare professionals who helped in her battle with breast cancer, beginning with Dr. Cassann Blake, the breast surgeon who performed the double mastectomy. "”—"Geraldine Gomez's Survival Story: Gomez's goal - 'Enjoy every moment. Laugh a lot'", Orlando Sentinel, October 2016

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	81
Black	19
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	60
From 75 to 84	38
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	61
High Cholesterol	58
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	27
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	12
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	16
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	22
Dementia	0
Cancer	62

breast procedures	14
cancer surgery	16
diagnostic procedures	18
doctor visit	187
excision	34
lymph node procedures	39
open surgery	18

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	87
Black	22
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	70
From 75 to 84	39
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	64
High Cholesterol	57
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	25
Depression	21
Chronic Kidney Disease	17
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	22
Dementia	0
Cancer	66

breast procedures	52
cancer surgery	16
diagnostic procedures	31
doctor visit	198
excision	47
image guided procedures	20
lymph node procedures	28
minimally invasive procedures	20
open surgery	31

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	214
Black	44
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	186
From 75 to 84	88
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	62
High Cholesterol	49
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	22
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	15
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	20
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	8
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	25
Dementia	0
Cancer	67

breast procedures	11
cancer surgery	13
diagnostic procedures	17
doctor visit	200
excision	30
lymph node procedures	37
open surgery	17

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	109
Black	0
Hispanic	23
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	87
From 75 to 84	50
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	62
High Cholesterol	53
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	22
Depression	18
Chronic Kidney Disease	15
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	17
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	26
Dementia	0
Cancer	75

breast procedures	13
cancer surgery	15
diagnostic procedures	17
doctor visit	214
excision	32
lymph node procedures	34
open surgery	17

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	113
Black	21
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	91
From 75 to 84	52
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	56
High Cholesterol	55
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	24
Depression	19
Chronic Kidney Disease	21
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	23
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	8
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	30
Dementia	7
Cancer	75

breast procedures	14
cancer surgery	16
diagnostic procedures	13
doctor visit	192
excision	29
lymph node procedures	28
open surgery	13

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	99
Black	18
Hispanic	20
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	81
From 75 to 84	51
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	61
High Cholesterol	66
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	25
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	24
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	9
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	32
Dementia	10
Cancer	75

breast procedures	20
cancer surgery	22
diagnostic procedures	21
doctor visit	216
excision	43
lymph node procedures	45
open surgery	21

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	111
Black	30
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	103
From 75 to 84	55
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	64
High Cholesterol	68
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	26
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	21
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	19
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	30
Dementia	7
Cancer	75

diagnostic procedures	11
doctor visit	215
excision	10
lymph node procedures	24
open surgery	11

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	110
Black	25
Hispanic	26
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	102
From 75 to 84	45
85 and over	11
Less than 65	16

Hypertension	61
High Cholesterol	66
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	25
Depression	21
Chronic Kidney Disease	28
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	26
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	10
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	33
Dementia	9
Cancer	70

breast procedures	51
cancer surgery	41
diagnostic procedures	42
doctor visit	384
excision	83
lymph node procedures	61
open surgery	42

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Cassann Natacha Blake, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Cassann Natacha Blake, MD treated as a general surgeon in Weston, FL were excision, lymph node procedures, breast procedures and open surgery.

breast procedures	26
cancer surgery	19
diagnostic procedures	22
doctor visit	220
excision	40
image guided procedures	20
lymph node procedures	36
minimally invasive procedures	20
open surgery	22

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Cassann Natacha Blake, MD.

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	17
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	92
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	6
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	41
85 and over	1
Less than 65	1
65 to 74	78

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Cassann Natacha Blake, MD From 2013 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Cassann Natacha Blake, MD treated were cancer, hypertension, high cholesterol and diabetes.

Hypertension	49
High Cholesterol	47
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	20
Depression	16
Chronic Kidney Disease	15
Asthma	5
Osteoporosis	15
Heart Failure	4
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	6
Diabetes	22
Atrial Fibrillation	2
Cancer	56
Dementia	3

Education & Training

Dr. Cassann Natacha Blake, MD graduated from SUNY, University at Buffalo School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences in 1997. She is certified by the Surgery - General Surgery and has a state license in Florida.

Medical School: SUNY, University at Buffalo School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences (1997)

Board Certification: Surgery - General Surgery

Licensed In: Florida

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Cassann Natacha Blake, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Cleveland Clinic

CLEVELAND CLINIC FLORIDA A NONPROFIT CORPORATION

Coral Springs Family Health and Surgery Center

Cleveland Clinic Weston Hospital

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Cassann Natacha Blake, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 46 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Cassann Natacha Blake, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Weston, FL.

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Cassann Natacha Blake, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Carl Zeiss Meditec, Inc.	$82 IORT $82
Medtronic Xomed, Inc.	$71 Advanced Energy Cutting Device $71
HOLOGIC INC	$16 BioZorb $16

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$168

Biography

Dr. Cassann Blake practices general surgery and surgical oncology (cancer surgery) in Weston, FL and Coral Springs, FL. She has a 5.0 out of 5 star average patient rating. Her clinical interests include breast pain, paget's disease, and second opinions. Dr. Blake is a graduate of SUNY, University at Buffalo School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences. She is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic.

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