Research Interests
- Breast cancer clinical trials
- Surgical management after neoadjuvant therapy
- Reducing breast cancer disparities
- High-risk patients
- Male breast cancer
- LGBTQ+ health
- Surgical education
Education
- Fellow, Breast Surgical Oncology, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY, 2021-2022
- Resident, General Surgery, Lankenau Medical Center, Wynnewood, PA, 2014-2021
- Post-doctoral Research Fellow, Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA, 2016-2018
- MD, Drexel University College of Medicine, Philadelphia, PA, 2009-2013
- Master's in Education, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA, 2007-2009
- BA, Franklin & Marshall College, Lancaster, PA, 2003-2007
Board Certifications
- American Board of Surgery - Surgery
Memberships
- Society of Surgical Oncology
- Member, Fellows-Young Attendings Subcommittee, 2021-present
- Annals of Surgical Oncology Social Media Committee, 2022-present
- American Society of Breast Surgeons
- Member, Breast Fellows Working Group, 2021-present
- American Society of Clinical Oncology
- American College of Surgeons
- Associate Fellow and Resident Representative, Metropolitan Philadelphia Chapter, 2022-present
- Association of Academic Surgery
- Association for Surgical Education
- Gay and Lesbian Medical Association
- Pennsylvania Medical Society
- Male Breast Cancer Global Alliance
- Member, Medical and Scientific Advisory Council, 2022-present
Awards and Honors
- Top Doctors, Surgery, Philadelphia Magazine, 2023-2025
- Kroll Family Fellowship, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, 2021-2022
- Administrative Chief Resident, Department of Surgery, Lankenau Medical Center, 2020-2021
- Outstanding Scientific Presentation Award, American Society of Breast Surgeons, 2018
- Owen H. Wangasteen Excellence in Research Award, American College of Surgeons, 2017
- Surgical Education Research Fellowship, Association for Surgical Education, 2017
- Anna Elizabeth Fleer Surgery Research Award, Department of Surgery, Lankenau Medical Center, 2015, 2016, 2018
- Excellence in Medical Student Teaching Award, Department of Surgery, Lankenau Medical Center, 2015
- G.C. Engel Intern of the Year Award, Department of Surgery, Lankenau Medical Center, 2015
- Dean’s Award in Medical Humanities, Drexel University College of Medicine, 2013
- Lindback Foundation Award for Distinguished High School Educators, School District of Philadelphia, 2008
- Michelle Kayal Memorial Scholarship Research Award, Franklin & Marshall College, 2007
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Patient Comments
When I first arrived at Fox Chase, I was feeling fearful, confused, and anxious about the findings on my routine mammogram. After a series of painful biopsies and marker implants in NJ, I was terrified and unsure about my next steps. The surgeons I had met with in NJ had overwhelmed me with aggressive recommendations, leaving me hesitant to schedule a surgical appointment. However, upon meeting Dr. Williams at Fox Chase, my perspective completely changed. His calm and reassuring demeanor immediately put me at ease. I trusted his knowledge, sincerity, and expertise without hesitation. From the seed implants before surgery to the actual procedure, Dr. Williams and his team made me feel comfortable and confident throughout the entire process. I recently underwent surgery in March 2023 and am now continuing my breast care and treatment exclusively at Fox Chase. I am forever grateful for Dr. Williams and the exceptional care I received. My experience has given me a new perspective on surgical oncology and the unparalleled expertise offered at Fox Chase.
I wish I could get a primary care physician and staff who would provide me with the exceptional care that this office does. Would you have anyone you could refer me to? anyone
Dr. Austin Williams is extremely professional and knowledgeable. He showed compassion and interest in my care!!!!
I felt confident in the experience and knowledge of this provider
Dr. Williams was excellent in everything he did! Best doctor I have ever had. My entire experience has been very positive with everyone involved.