Nicholas Tranakas, M.D., F.A.C.S.
General Surgery/Surgical Oncology
“Cancer is not to be feared any longer.”
For the first time, for all forms of cancer combined, incidents and deaths are declining, according to the National Cancer Institute. Cancer has been turned into “a chronically-managed disease,” says Dr. Tranakas. He and the rest of our award-winning oncology team work to control cancer with advanced science, as well as “the humanistic approach of what’s best for that particular patient.”
And as Dr. Tranakas says, “Cancer is not to be feared any longer. It can run, but it cannot hide.”
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Medical Director
Cancer Services - Broward Health
6405 N Federal Hwy #401
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308
Phone: 954-491-0900
Fax: 954-491-1306
Nicholas Tranakas, MD, is the Medical Director of Cancer Services for the North Broward Hospital District and of the Comprehensive Breast Center at Broward General Medical Center.
Dr. Tranakas received his medical degree from the University of Miami School of Medicine. He completed his internship, residency and a fellowship in surgical oncology at the University of Miami School of Medicine/Jackson Memorial.
His honors and awards include the American Cancer Society Clinical Oncology Fellowship, the Doris Faircloth/Alfred Ketcham Surgical Oncology Fellow Award and recognition as Most Valuable Physician at Broward General Medical Center.
He is a member of the Society of Laparoendoscopic Surgeons and has presented his research on cancer and laparoscopic surgery before a number of professional societies.
Dr. Tranakas is a clinical assistant professor of surgery at the University of Miami School of Medicine. He serves as a consultant in surgery for the Veterans Administration Medical Center in Miami. He sits on the board of directors of the Florida Division of the American Cancer Society and Gilda’s Club.
He frequently is asked to provide authoritative interviews for news stories about cancer.
Dr. Tranakas lives in Fort Lauderdale with his wife and three children. His hobbies include backgammon, racketball and boating.
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