Christina Finlayson, MD
Professor, Surgery-Surgical Oncology

Clinic (720) 848-1030
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Gender: Female
Languages: English
Department, Section/Division: Surgery-Surgical Oncology

Practice Locations

Diane O'Connor Thompson Breast Center - Anschutz
1635 Aurora Ct
3rd Floor
Aurora, CO 80045
720-848-1030
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Hospital Affiliation
  • University of Colorado Hospital
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Specialty Information

Specialties
  • Surgery, Board Certification (1996)
Conditions & Treatments
  • Cancers - Breast Cancer
Clinical Interest for Patients
I am a fellowship trained surgical oncologist who has further focused my clinical activities in breast cancer and breast disease. I work as part of a multidisciplinary team of surgical oncology, medical oncology, radiation oncology, and plastic surgery to provide the most coordinated and sophisticated care for our patients experiencing breast cancer or other breast conditions.

Care Philosophy
Women and men are particularly frightened and vulnerable around the time of a breast cancer diagnosis. I strive to help them understand their disease and treatment options, as well as connect with them on a more personal level to help them feel that they are in a safe and caring treatment environment.

Personal Interests
Outside of the hospital I enjoy spending time with family, travelling, knitting and weaving.

Education & Training

Medical Schools:
  • MD, University of Utah School of Medicine (1989)

Graduate Schools:
  • MEd, Stanford University (1983)

Undergraduate Schools:
  • BS, Idaho State University (ID) (1981)

Internships:
  • University of Colorado (University Hospital) Program (1990)

Residency Program:
  • University of Colorado (University Hospital) Program, Surgery (1994)

Fellowships:
  • Fox Chase Cancer Center Program, Surgery (1996)

Recognition & Awards

  • Golden Apple Teaching Award, 3rd year medical students, (2010)
  • Outstanding Full-Time Physician Award, University of Colorado Hospital, (2008)
  • One of America's Top Surgeons, Consumer's Research Council of America, (2004)
  • Top Doctors In America, Ladies Home Journal, (2002)
  • Top Doctor, 5280 Magazine, (2002)
    Also honored in 1998
  • Top Doctors In America, Redbook Magazine, (2001)

Professional Memberships

  • American College of Surgeons (ACS), Member
  • American College of Surgeons Oncology Group, Member
  • Denver Academy of Surgery, Member
  • National Surgical Adjuvant Breast and Bowel Project, Member
  • Society of Surgical Oncology, Member
  • Southwest Oncology Group, Member
  • Southwestern Surgical Congress, Member

Teaching

  • Professor (1996)
    School of Medicine, Surgery

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Clinical Interests for Referring Providers
I am a fellowship trained surgical oncologist who has further focused my clinical activities in breast cancer and breast disease. I work as part of a multidisciplinary team of surgical oncology, medical oncology, radiation oncology, and plastic surgery to provide the most coordinated and sophisticated care for our patients experiencing breast cancer or other breast conditions.


Clinic Phone: (720) 848-1030
Fax Phone: (303) 724-2733
Office Phone: (303) 724-2728

CV CV - Finlayson 2016.pdf
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