Janie G. Grumley, MD
Santa Monica, CA 90404
Margie Petersen Breast Center
2121 Santa Monica Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA 90404
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About Janie G. Grumley
Janie Grumley, M.D., is a surgical breast oncologist who has expertise in treating patients with breast cancer and benign breast diseases. She specializes in novel treatments such as oncoplastic breast conserving surgery and intraoperative radiation therapy. Dr. Grumley found her path in her third year of residency at the University of Southern California when she met a surgical breast oncologist who was transforming breast cancer care with the use of oncoplastic surgery. She was inspired by the difference these techniques made in women’s lives during and after treatment. The use of oncoplastic surgery often eliminated the common deformity women were left with after breast surgery. She decided then that she wanted to dedicate her life to caring for patients with breast cancer and related breast diseases.
After growing up with a grandmother who had a mastectomy, Dr. Grumley knew how deforming and emotionally scarring the operation could be. Dr. Grumley’s extensive experience in oncoplastic surgery allows her to perform cancer surgery using plastic surgery techniques which allow for simultaneous preservation of the esthetics of the breast. Using oncoplastic surgery, Dr. Grumley has published numerous articles showing how this technique reduces the need for mastectomy and need for re-operations even in patients with large breast cancers. Not only can these techniques preserve the appearance of the breast, she has also shown that these techniques have a lower risk surgical complications.
Here is what some of her patients have said about their experiences: November 2016 - “Dr. Grumley is about the best doctor I have ever dealt with! She was so kind & thoroughly explained everything. She answered all my questions & she didn´t seem rushed and even taped our conversation so I could listen to it later. She is awesome and you are lucky to have her!” March 2017 - “Dr. Grumley is a rare gem in today´s world of health care and medicine.”
Dr. Grumley received her Bachelor of Science degree in Sports Medicine from Pepperdine University in Malibu, CA. She then went to medical school at Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California (USC) in Los Angeles, CA. She did her General Surgery Internship and Residency at Los Angeles County (LAC) – USC Medical Center. She then became Administrative Chief Resident, General Surgery at LAC-USC Medical Center. Subsequently, she became a Surgical Breast Oncology Fellow at USC. Dr. Grumley is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS).
Dr. Grumley’s favorite part of practicing medicine is meeting patients and their families. She views the patient/surgeon relationship as a unique bond. Unlike with most other types of surgery, the relationship she has with her patients continues over time. Through surgery and follow-ups the bond continues for years. Dr. Grumley feels that nothing is more rewarding than seeing patients doing well years after breast cancer.
Los Angeles County-USC Medical Center
2010
Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California
2011
Keck of USC MD Program
2005
Los Angeles County-USC Medical Center
2006
LAC + USC Medical Center General Surgery
2010
Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California
2005
- American Board of Surgery, Surgery (General Surgery)
Providence Specialty Medical Group
When not helping her patients, Dr. Grumley can be found in the ice rink with her children who figure skate and play hockey. They come by this naturally as Dr. Grumley was a successful competitive figure skater who traveled the world. She loves traveling, spending time with her family, and cooking.
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The Peterson Breast Clinic and Dr Grumley were, at all times, phenomenal!!
Providence Patient
I really like and trust Dr. Grumley but during the last two visits she didn't seem like herself. I mentioned having breast pain and concerns about a return of the medical issue unlike the person I've come to trust Dr. Grumley said nothing helpful. I almost felt that she was being rushed and distracted. Dr. Grumley is a good doctor and I hope the hospital hasn't become a 7-minute per patient center. People with a history of and fear of cancer are looking for quality medical care, support and compassion.
Providence Patient
Love having mammogram immediately before my appointment with the doctor. Very convenient.
Providence Patient
Dr Grommley is a terrific doctor
Providence Patient
Very professional
Providence Patient
Dr. Grumley has provided excellent care. She is a very knowledgeable and skilled surgeon. Importantly, she is also very compassionate and understanding of the patient experience in this stressful situation.
Providence Patient