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Allison A. Aggon, DO, FACOS
Clinical Locations
Primary Location
Fox Chase Cancer Center
333 Cottman Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19111
Secondary Location
Fox Chase Cancer Center East Norriton-Hospital Outpatient Center
2701 Dekalb Pike
East Norriton, PA 19401
About
Assistant Professor, Department of Surgical Oncology
Specialties
Treatment Philosophy
Breast cancer care is constantly evolving and advancing, and I feel fortunate that my surgical practice can be focused exclusively on patients with breast cancer, those at high risk for it, and those with complex benign breast conditions. Use of a multidisciplinary approach, opportunities for clinical trials, and distribution of quality information to patients are opportunities that I strongly value when providing care to patients.
My philosophy is that offering patients a strong physician-patient relationship built on trust, collaboration, and kindness, as well as valuing the “whole patient” are also strong tenants of cancer care. I believe in providing patients with knowledge and conversation in order to help them make the best treatment decisions for themselves. Fox Chase Cancer Center provides high quality care and extensive resources to patients, and I feel honored to be a part of such an excellent team and institution that believes so strongly in compassionate and thoughtful care.
Education and Training
Educational Background
- Fellow, Breast Surgical Oncology, Fox Chase Cancer Center, Philadelphia, PA, 2013-2014
- Resident, Pinnacle Health Hospital System, Harrisburg, PA, 2008-2013
- DO, Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, Philadelphia, PA, 2008
- BS, Biology and Women’s Studies, Schreyer’s Honors College, Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA
Certifications
- Board Certified, General Surgery
Memberships
- American College of Osteopathic Surgeons
- American College of Surgeons
- American Osteopathic Association
- American Society of Breast Surgeons
- Society of Surgical Oncology
- American Radium Society
Honors & Awards
- Main Line Today Top Doctors, 2018-2019
Publications
Selected Publications
Aggon A, Eakin LO, DeSimone N, Snyder, Diffuse Mammary Infarction-A Case Report. J. Breast Care 2013;8:143-145.
DeSimone N, Aggon A, Christy C., Granular Cell Tumor of the Breast: Clinical and Pathologic Characteristics of a Rare Case in a 14-Year-Old Girl. Journal of Clinical Oncology. 2011 1 Jun 6. Vol 29(20).
Snyder J, Carman R, Aggon A, Cardinale. Benign multicystic peritoneal mesothelioma: A rare case presenting as pneumoperitoneum and pneumotosis intestinalis. J. Journal of Gastrointestinal Oncology. 2011 Mar. Vol 2(1). 55-57.
Additional Publications
Clinical Locations
Primary Location
Fox Chase Cancer Center
333 Cottman Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19111
Secondary Location
Fox Chase Cancer Center East Norriton-Hospital Outpatient Center
2701 Dekalb Pike
East Norriton, PA 19401
Treatment Philosophy
Breast cancer care is constantly evolving and advancing, and I feel fortunate that my surgical practice can be focused exclusively on patients with breast cancer, those at high risk for it, and those with complex benign breast conditions. Use of a multidisciplinary approach, opportunities for clinical trials, and distribution of quality information to patients are opportunities that I strongly value when providing care to patients.
My philosophy is that offering patients a strong physician-patient relationship built on trust, collaboration, and kindness, as well as valuing the “whole patient” are also strong tenants of cancer care. I believe in providing patients with knowledge and conversation in order to help them make the best treatment decisions for themselves. Fox Chase Cancer Center provides high quality care and extensive resources to patients, and I feel honored to be a part of such an excellent team and institution that believes so strongly in compassionate and thoughtful care.
Education
Educational Background
- Fellow, Breast Surgical Oncology, Fox Chase Cancer Center, Philadelphia, PA, 2013-2014
- Resident, Pinnacle Health Hospital System, Harrisburg, PA, 2008-2013
- DO, Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, Philadelphia, PA, 2008
- BS, Biology and Women’s Studies, Schreyer’s Honors College, Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA
Certifications
- Board Certified, General Surgery
Memberships
- American College of Osteopathic Surgeons
- American College of Surgeons
- American Osteopathic Association
- American Society of Breast Surgeons
- Society of Surgical Oncology
- American Radium Society
Honors & Awards
- Main Line Today Top Doctors, 2018-2019
Publications
Selected Publications
Aggon A, Eakin LO, DeSimone N, Snyder, Diffuse Mammary Infarction-A Case Report. J. Breast Care 2013;8:143-145.
DeSimone N, Aggon A, Christy C., Granular Cell Tumor of the Breast: Clinical and Pathologic Characteristics of a Rare Case in a 14-Year-Old Girl. Journal of Clinical Oncology. 2011 1 Jun 6. Vol 29(20).
Snyder J, Carman R, Aggon A, Cardinale. Benign multicystic peritoneal mesothelioma: A rare case presenting as pneumoperitoneum and pneumotosis intestinalis. J. Journal of Gastrointestinal Oncology. 2011 Mar. Vol 2(1). 55-57.
Additional Publications
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61 PATIENT COMMENTS
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5.0
September 02, 2020
Recently had lumpectomy with Dr. Aggon. Dr. Aggon, her staff and everyone who cared for me in pre-op, lab etc.. Were all WONDERFUL and helped me through a difficult day.
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5.0
August 29, 2020
Dr. Aggon was very attentive supportive and encouraged me to continue my path to recovery. She also said she would continue to be available regardless of my choice regarding my decision to adddress further treatment of any reoccurrence of cancer and advised me to follow the direction of the oncologist, Dr. [...].
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5.0
August 21, 2020
all good
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5.0
August 13, 2020
Great experience with extraction of ovaries and biopsy of left breast. Clean, courteous, caring.
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5.0
August 12, 2020
could not possibly speak highly enough about Dr. Aggon. She is absolutely the best. Of all my health providers I feel that she cares the most about my health and well-being.
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5.0
August 10, 2020
Love Dr. Aggon. Very few doctors like her around anymore. Caring, compassionate, great doctor!!! Takes her time!!
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5.0
June 26, 2020
absolutely LOVE Dr Aggon!!!! [...]
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5.0
June 26, 2020
Dr. Aggon and her staff, all folks that I came in contact with were so friendly and helpful. Dr. Aggon is wonderful, patient and always great with answering my questions.
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5.0
June 21, 2020
Excellent physician - Dr. Aggon [...]
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5.0
June 21, 2020
Fine as usual!
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5.0
May 21, 2020
Dr. Aggon and her assistant, [...], are always very professional and helpful. The incoming receptionist who checked me in was also very helpful, pleasant and efficient.
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5.0
May 17, 2020
This was a surgery. And it was a good experience in a tough time. No family allowed but staff & Dr. Aggon took good care of me.
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5.0
May 15, 2020
Very few people, waiting or in care, in all areas made me feel more comfortable. I felt all precautions were adhered to within the current pandemic environment.
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5.0
May 14, 2020
excellent experience
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5.0
May 09, 2020
dr Aggon is the best! I have followed her from her previous hospital!
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5.0
April 26, 2020
This was my first visit with Dr. Aggon after a diagnosis of breast cancer. She was so nice and compassionate, explained things very well and so easy to talk to. I would definitely recommend her to my family and friends!
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5.0
April 16, 2020
This visit was an excellent experience. I was seeking a second opinion regarding diagnosis and recommended treatment for a stage 0 breast cancer. Dr. Aggon and Nurse [...] were warm and welcoming, informative, asked good questions of me and spent time answering questions of mine. I felt very respected. All aspects of the visit were punctual. [...]
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5.0
March 23, 2020
Excellent experience with the Women's Center & especially Dr. Aggon & her staff.
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5.0
March 12, 2020
[...] I am totally pleased with her. She gives me more info than any other dr.
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5.0
February 27, 2020
for this appointment, I saw a fellow first, [...] I was very impressed with how much time he spent with me, plus his knowledge of all of my past medical history. Dr Aggon also examined me and spent a long time with me during the appt. I love everyone at Fox Chase!!
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