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Pamela Ann Wright

Pamela Ann Wright, MD

Breast SurgeryBreast Surgical Oncology

Accepting New Patients

Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Adolescent 13-17
  • Young Adult 18-25
  • Adult 26-64
  • Older Adult 65+

Languages

  • English

Gender

Female

Johns Hopkins Affiliations:

  • Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Faculty
  • Johns Hopkins Community Physicians

About Pamela Ann Wright

Professional Titles

  • Medical Director of the Suburban Hospital Breast Center

Primary Academic Title

Instructor in Surgery

Johns Hopkins Physician

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Background

Pamela A. Wright, M.D., is a breast surgeon with Johns Hopkins Community Physicians and the medical director of the Suburban Hospital Breast Center. 

Dr. Wright's expertise is in surgical oncology for breast cancer, including breast conserving surgery and sentinel lymph node biopsy. She also has expertise in benign breast disease and breast biopsy, including stereotactic and ultrasound-guided biopsy. 

Dr. Wright earned her Master of Science in Anatomy and her medical degree from University of Maryland School of Medicine. She completed a residency in general surgery at University of Maryland Medical Center, where she served as chief resident and administrative chief resident. Dr. Wright also completed a trauma research fellowship with the National Institutes of Health. 

Dr. Wright serves as the cancer liaison physician for the American College of Surgeons, of which she is also a fellow. Dr. Wright is also a member of the American Society of Breast Surgeons. 

Dr. Wright is repeatedly recognized as one of the area’s “Top Doctors in Breast Surgery" by Washingtonian magazine. She has also received the Cancer Liaison Physician Outstanding Performance Award and the Health Care Hero Award from the American Cancer Society. 

Dr. Wright has published research and conducted clinical trials for breast cancer. She currently runs research trials with Suburban Hospital Oncology Research. 

Clinical Trial Keywords

Breast Cancer; Sentinel Lymph Node

Clinical Trials Summary

Dr. Wright conducts clinical research trials for breast cancer patients with Suburban Hospital Oncology Research. View her current trials here.

Selected Publications

  • Wright PA, Zenilman ME. "Less May Be Better: Axillary Dissection is Unnecessary in Some Patients with a Positive Sentinel Lymph Node." Arch Surg. 2011; 146(8):980-982.

Honors

  • Physician of the Year, 2018, Johns Hopkins Medicine Clinical Excellence Award
  • Top Doctor in Breast Surgery, Washingtonian Magazine
  • Cancer Liaison Physician Outstanding Performance Award, American College of Surgeons
  • Health Care Hero Award, American Cancer Society

Memberships

  • American Society of Breast Surgeons, member
  • Cancer Liaison Physician to the Commission on Cancer to the American College of Surgeons

Locations

  1. Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center — Bethesda

Expertise

Education

  • Residency: University of Maryland Medical Center, General Surgery, 1999
  • Medical Education: University of Maryland School of Medicine, MD, 1992

Board Certifications

  • Surgery (General Surgery): American Board of Surgery, 2000

Insurance

Please contact the location directly to confirm your health plan is accepted.
Search plans
  • Aetna
  • CareFirst
  • Cigna
  • First Health
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • HealthSmart/Accel
  • Johns Hopkins Health Plans
  • MultiPlan
  • Pennsylvania's Preferred Health Networks (PPHN)
  • Point Comfort Underwriters
  • Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
  • Veteran Affairs Community Care Network (Optum-VACCN)

Ratings & Reviews

4.9 out of 5

157 ratings, 74 reviews

The Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to physician related questions on the national CG-CAHPS Medical Practice patient experience survey through Press Ganey. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score. Comments are also gathered from our CG-CAHPS Medical Practice Survey through Press Ganey and displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.

Overall Rating by Patient
Provider Listened Carefully
Provider Explained Things Clearly
Provider Knew Medical History
Provider Showed Respect
Provider Spent Enough Time
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    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/23/2026

    She was friendly, courteous and professional.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/17/2026

    Excellent

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/17/2026

    Dr was very thorough and answered all my questions. She was reassuring of good outcome.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/16/2026

    Dr Wright is the best. I feel like she truly listens and takes her time. She steps in and helps facilitate when things get bogged down. I trust her and appreciate her and her team.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/16/2026

    The provider is an excellent surgeon and highly respected in her area.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/16/2026

    Dr. Wright was incredibly knowledgeable and compassionate throughout my cancer journey. She reassured me that I would overcome it-and a year later, I did. I truly couldn't have made it through without her support. I'm deeply grateful for her empathy and the steady encouragement she provided every step of the way.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/10/2026

    Dr Wright was very thorough and kind/comforting. She explained everything and answered all of my questions.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/9/2026

    She has a good chair side manner

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/24/2026

    Dr Wright is very caring and thorough.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/17/2026

    Dr. Wright has been wonderful with me.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/16/2026

    Dr. Wright is a wonderful surgeon.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/10/2026

    Lived up to her excellent reputation

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/9/2026

    Dr. Wright is phenomenal, that's all there is to say.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/9/2026

    Thank you Dr. Wright for seeing right away

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/20/2026

    Dr.Wright is a phenomenal physician. She is patient, understanding, knowledgeable and always answers all of my questions.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/13/2026

    Dr. Wright has explained any questions that I have had. I always feel I am well taken care of.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/6/2026

    Dr. Wright is an awesome doctor. She did my lumpectomy and everything has been great. She is a very caring and kind.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/23/2025

    I have every confidence in Dr. Wright. She thinks clearly and explains things clearly.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/23/2025

    She is extremely knowledgeable and thorough.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/16/2025

    Dr Wright was caring and calming during my visit. She offered the appropriate amount of guidance and suggested follow up consults.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/16/2025

    Very patient

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/16/2025

    Excellent doctor. Extremely competent and also compassionate. The BEST.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/15/2025

    Dr. Wright is an excellent physician and surgeon. I think she did an excellent job with my Surgery. At this visit, she answered all of my questions to my satisfaction, explained clearly. Based on her comments and what she told me, it was obvious that she had spent time reading my chart and answered all of my questions, competently and thoroughly.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/15/2025

    Smart, kind and helpful

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/8/2025

    Excellent care

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/1/2025

    Dr. Wright was so informative, thorough, patient, and kind during a visit about a difficult diagnosis. She was very comforting and understanding, and eased my concerns going forward.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/25/2025

    She's the BEST

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/25/2025

    Excellent, even my family including my brother, a retired physician, was very impressed.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/24/2025

    She is awesome

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/17/2025

    Dr. Wright takes time to answer my questions and to explain any information related to my condition.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/17/2025

    Dr. Wright is the best!!! So grateful for her care!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/17/2025

    She is a very skilled surgeon and is easy to talk to.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/17/2025

    Dr Wright could have sent me for biopsy elsewhere and set my diagnosis back weeks. She was able to do it immediately at the appointment and receive the results within two days. I felt extremely reassured in her care And ability to help with quick decision-making.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/10/2025

    Professional, caring, experienced, rational

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/4/2025

    She was calm and reassuring about the procedure and outcome.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/4/2025

    Very good technically and professionally.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/21/2025

    Wonderful

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/14/2025

    Performed surgery with outstanding results

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/13/2025

    Dr. Wright was very helpful andustened and answered all my questions. She is a very concerned provider.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/13/2025

    This visit was a post-op follow up. Dr. Wright treated me for breast cancer In performing both lumpectomy and lymph node mapping. Scheduling for both surgeries was handled very professionally with minimal wait time. Dr. Wright was very honest with me in discussing my condition and presented options in a very clear, easy to understand way. She did not try to sugar coat my situation but was very understanding of my concerns and hesitations. I felt very at ease with Dr. Wright and respected her tremendously for her knowledge and care.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/13/2025

    Dr. Wright is an extremely competent surgeon and an excellent communicator. She is well versed in every aspect related to my care.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/7/2025

    Dr Wright is an excellent surgeon- very knowledgeable and patient person. She was a great comfort during my breast cancer experience.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/6/2025

    Dr. Wright was recommended independently by my gynecologist and regular doctor. She has been great in my surgery and care. I recommend her to others.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/30/2025

    Excellent care

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/30/2025

    Very professional and caring

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/30/2025

    Dr Wright is an outstanding physician. She performed surgery on me for breast cancer 14 years ago and this is the first visit with her since then due to an abnormal mammogram. Still a great doctor. My consultation with her went very well. She is very good at answering your questions and providing helpful information regarding what is going on.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/30/2025

    Dr. Pamela Wright Is a wonderful surgeon . I had previously had procedures done by her in the past, 2015. This year I was faced with the diagnosis of breast cancer which was a shock and scary, but I knew I would seek Dr Wright's help as a surgeon I can trust her medical expertise and experience . I know I'm in good hands with her. Thank God for Dr Wright

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/29/2025

    Excellent.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/16/2025

    Very friendly and knowledgeable.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/15/2025

    She was very carefull

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/25/2025

    Dr. Wright is an excellent surgeon - very pleasant and compassionate.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/12/2025

    She's a good surgeon, care and comfort her patients

    2 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/12/2025

    Provider was intentionally vague about details of surgery and wasn't forthcoming about recovery.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/12/2025

    She is excellent

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/11/2025

    Excellent surgeon.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/5/2025

    Dr Wright is professional and experiencedI feel at ease with her recommendations She is thorough in her examination

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/29/2025

    Really listen to me and gave me some good advice

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/29/2025

    Dr. Wright explained everything thoroughly and answered all my questions.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/28/2025

    Dr. Wright is an excellent doctor. She is takes as much time as the patient need a to make sure all questions and concerns are answered in a courteous manner.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/28/2025

    Very good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/24/2025

    Excellent.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/21/2025

    I have found Dr. Wright to be knowledgeable, sensitive, compassionate and caring.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/14/2025

    Dr. Wright is excellent! I am very happy that she is my provider.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/8/2025

    Dr Wright carefully reviewed my recent medical records regarding my metastatic breast cancer and made very useful recommendations about possible surgery. She is thorough and kind.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/7/2025

    Was pleased with provider ten years ago and that is why I returned when I suspected same problems this time

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/16/2025

    She's awesome. She's very knowledgeable, informative and provided me the best care possible!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/10/2025

    I'm pleased with the way that I was treated.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/3/2025

    She was helpull asking the questions

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/3/2025

    Dr. Wright was very kind, and took the time to speak with me about my concerns.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/20/2025

    The breast surgeon recommended a large number of procedures to be done immediately for a tiny mass.

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/13/2025

    Very clear in explanations, I am very happy to have her as the provider of my services. Many people have told me this Doctor is one of the best and I couldn't be in better hands.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/5/2025

    Excellent, knowledgeable, confident, plainspoken (in a good way)

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/29/2025

    Very pleased with my care

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/15/2025

    The nurse wasn't very friendly. Front desk courtesy was ok. But I had to fill out a lot of paperwork even after doing it online well in advance. Some of my test results were not in hand when I arrived, and the doctor didnt know about my blood clot risk until I told her. Otherwise, Dr. Wright was courteous, informative and attentive.