Alexandra C. Istl, MD, MPH, FRCSC, FSSO

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Surgical Oncology
Assistant Professor
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Cancer Center - Drexel Town Square Health Center
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Clinical Cancer Center - Froedtert Hospital
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Overview

Treatment & Services

Chest and Abdominal Soft Tissue Surgery
Cytoreductive Surgery
HIPEC
Regional Therapy
Retroperitoneal Surgery

Diseases & Conditions

Chest Wall and Trunk Sarcomas
Dermatofibrosarcoma Protuberans (DFSP)
Desmoid Tumors
Desmoplastic Small Round Cell Tumors (DSRCT)
Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor (GIST)
Melanoma
Merkel Cell Carcinoma
Non-Melanoma Skin Cancer
Peritoneal Surface Malignancies
Retroperitoneal Sarcoma
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Vascular Sarcoma

Ages Seen

Adolescent
Adult
Senior

Languages Spoken

English

Locations

Clinical Cancer Center - Froedtert Hospital
8800 W. Doyne Ave.
Milwaukee, WI 53226
414-805-0505
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Cancer Center - Drexel Town Square Health Center
7901 S. 6th St.
Oak Creek, WI 53154
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Clinical Cancer Center - Froedtert Hospital Cancer Center - Drexel Town Square Health Center

Education & Training

Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry - London, Ontario - Canada - Doctor of Medicine - (2015)

Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health - Baltimore - MD - Master’s of Public Health - (2018)

Western University - London, Ontario - Canada - Residency in General Surgery - (2015-2020)

Johns Hopkins University Hospital - Baltimore - MD - Fellowship in Complex General Surgical Oncology - (2020-2022)

Fondazione IRCCS – Istituto Nazionale dei Tumori - Milan - Italy - Visiting Fellowship in Sarcoma Surgery - (2021)

Board Certifications

Surgery
Complex General Surgical Oncology

Patient Reviews

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Ratings

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Everything about my appointment with Dr Istl was so easy and comfortable. Dr Istl's knowledge, compassion, kindness, and caring is second to none. I felt that she had the best solutions for my healthcare, and kept my best interest, in mind. It is wonderful to feel respected and that I am being listened to. I could not have wished for anything more in my journey.
I feel my Dr is very thorough
Outstanding experience.caring and compassionate people
Always a positive experience with Dr. Istl and her staff
Both the nurse and the doctor were outstanding. Answered all my questions before I asked them. I was very comfortable, and i'm very glad to be under there care
Dr. Istl was fantastic.She listened attentively, answered all my questions, and put me at ease.I know my upcoming surgery will be hard, but I'm confident Dr. Istl will give meThe best outcomes possible.
The care I receive from Dr Istl is outstanding. Her knowledge is just so impressive and she can explain everything to me in terms that make my situation totally clear. She goes over all the information, makes sure I understand it, and we discuss my future care. It is so refreshing to have a discussion, rather than just be talked to. It is very important to me to be comfortable with my care and I always feel that with Dr Istl. I am very lucky to have her as my doctor.
Dr. Istl and her team were very informative and professional. Thank You!
Love Froedert. They go above and beyond.
Same great care we always get
Well trained, attentive team
Dr Istl is very knowledgeable and experienced doctor, she explains what is going on with my care in a way that I can understand and appreciate.
Very satisfied and impressed by Dr. Istl's knowledge and compassion. I have trusted her from day 1 and am blessed she is my doctor and actively involved in my care!
Dr Istl has been awesome!!
Thank you for the great care
The care I receive from Dr Istl is nothing short of fantastic. She not only explains my situation in a way I can understand, but she also listens to, and fully answers, my questions and concerns. She makes me feel like I am a part of the care plan. I could not feel more comfortable with the care I receive and I know I am in good hands.
Dr Istl was great. Discussed everything and answered all of my questions!
Dr. Istl and her staff are outstanding. They are my Guardian Angels.
Dr. Istl is a wonderful doctor & her staff is also ! Thank you.
Dr. Itsl was very professional, kind and thorough. I was very surprised to be treated so well and included in my care plan so deeply.
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