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
866-680-0505
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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

The comments are submitted by patients (or their caregivers) and reflect their views and opinions. The comments are not endorsed by and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin health network. Learn more about our survey.*

Ratings

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Dr Guralnick explained everything so I could understand what was going on
My visit was my first to the Cancer care center that was complicated complex. I met with Dr. Istl, I warned nurse her physician assistant a medical resident, A nurse who represented a pilot study program, etc., so it was a lot of information for one visit, but everyone was pleasant and accommodating, and attempted to answer my questions and did give me numbers for follow up, considering my diagnosis. It was just a lot to handle in a day.
Dr Istl took very good care of me. She surgical removed a melanoma from my right arm, two lymph node from my right arm pit. Two other cancers were also removed from my cheek and shoulder.
Received good care
Everyone at this facility, went above & beyond to put all my concerns at ease. Great experience!
I am very lucky to have her as my surgeon and caregiver! She is very empathetic and willing to listen to my concerns. Froedtert is lucky to have her, too!
Thank you for the great care
Dr ISTL is an exceptional doctor! Always explaining everything thoroughly with a good understanding regarding the subject at hand!
The Dr was very helpful, informative, and caring in her explanation of my situation
I could not have asked, or hoped, for better care than I've received from Dr Istl and the Team at the Drexel Town Square Cancer Center. Dr Istl is very thorough In her explanation of the treatment and does It a way that makes It easy to understand. She takes the time to make sure all my questions are answered and I am comfortable with every aspect of my care. The Team in the Cancer Center go above and beyond to make sure the visits go smooth and comfortably. It all makes difficult times bearable.
Dr Istl went out of her way to schedule my surgery as soon as possible. I think she is very concerned about her patients.
Wonderful service and beautiful care. Thank you.
Dr Istl and team are wonderful, and provide exceptional care. My only issue is very minor but it took quite a bit of time to schedule a follow up appointment.
Dr. Istl was very informative at this appointment. I'm glad I was able to meet with her and will be following up with her in the future when the need arises.
The providers I had listened to what I had to say and looked into questions I had found answers before I left. I feel completely cared for and about and appreciate all that was done.
I feel so fortunate to have Dr Istl as my surgeon
I feel at home with froedtert
Felt very comfortable with Dr. Itsl!
Dr. Istl and her staff are all outstanding. Hope Clinic is the best.
Fantastic care and knowledge.
Dr Istl is a fantastic dr. She listens to and cares about your thoughts and feelings. She is very good with my dad and very caring. She knows about the patient when she comes In to see you and remembers you. Her PA Is fantastic too.
Very good doctor and staff and my appointment was right on time.
Dr Istl was wonderful. She was very compassionate and patient. She made us feel very confident in her ability and skill to perform the procedure we scheduled. Extremely happy with her as our provider!
I've been treated by countless physicians in my life and Dr. Istl is at the top of my list when it comes to being cared for. Her overall experience, attention to detail, and "bedside manner" made me feel that I was under the best care there is. Her supporting staff always makes me comfortable and attended to.
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