About

John Link, MD graduated from Keck Medical School of USC and went on to also complete his internship and residency at USC. He continued his training with an additional residency at MemorialCare Long Beach Medical Center and fellowship in Medical Oncology at USC.

Among the world’s acclaimed breast oncologists, speaker, educator and researcher, Dr. Link, founded one of the nation’s first comprehensive breast cancer diagnostic, treatment and research centers at MemorialCare Long Beach Medical Center in 1995. In 1998 he founded the Breast Cancer Care and Research Fund, a non-profit organization whose mission is to educate and to promote clinical research, access to quality care and advocacy for women with breast cancer and their supporters.

Dr. Link is the author of The Breast Cancer Survival Manual, the most widely read book for newly diagnosed breast cancer patients.

Languages

English

Provider Specialty

Hematology-Oncology, Oncology

Education

Medical School

Keck School of Medicine of USC

1972

Internship Program - Internal Medicine

USC / Los Angeles General Medical Center

1974

Residency Program - Internal Medicine

Long Beach Medical Center

1975

Fellowship Program - Medical Oncology

University of Southern California/LAC+USC Medical

1977

Locations & Affiliations

Locations

Insurance

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Patient Reviews

5.0 out of 5
(398 Ratings)
Oct 8, 2026
Carol M.
Oct 8, 2026
Rebecca R.
With perfection.. No need to improve.
Oct 8, 2026
Leah F.
Oct 2, 2026
Maggie M.
Dr. Link is the best!
Oct 1, 2026
Alison R.
Sep 30, 2026
Barbara M.
Sep 30, 2026
Tauni H.
Sep 30, 2026
Stephanie G.
His bedside manner is truly exceptional, and it is evident how deeply he cares about his patients. I feel incredibly fortunate to have him as my oncologist and to benefit from his many years of knowledge, experience, and pioneering contributions to advancements in breast cancer research. I am truly grateful to be in his care.
Sep 23, 2026
Denise K.
I have been a patient of Dr. Link for many years. He is the most caring and compassionate Dr. that I know and have the highest regard for him
Sep 23, 2026
Kathi R.
Dr. Link is a very knowledgeable and caring doctor. He took time to explain my type of breast cancer and educated me on my options going forward in a very detailed manner. I am so fortunate to have him guiding me with his extensive knowledge and experience.

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