Michelle K. Chu, MD, FACS

"The absolute best surgeon I've ever had! She took her time with me and explained my procedure succinctly and thoroughly. I spent over an hour with her asking my questions and she calmed all my fears and anxiety. I would recommend her to everyone!!"

"Dr. Chu has been my physician for several years. I’ve had several breast biopsies due to my family history of cancer. Due to this history and genetic testing, together Dr. Chu and I came up with a plan for long term care vs mastectomy and breast reconstruction. After many years of tests and exams performed by Dr. Chu. I finally came to the realization that mastectomy would be the way to go. Again I have seen her many many times over the years. She has ALWAYS been very thoughtful and thorough in her approach to such an overwhelming issue. She has always taken the time to answer all of my questions completely. I’ve never left the office feeling like I still had unanswered questions. I finally decided that it would be best for me to move forward with this life changing surgery. Not only do I not have any regrets, I actually wish I would have done it sooner. Her office staff is wonderful and compassionate as well. I’m so glad she was my surgeon"

"I was diagnosed with Breast Cancer in 2020. The middle of Covid! Everyone at Tahoe Forest recommended Dr. Chu to conduct the mastectomy. I was lucky enough to be taken on by Dr. Chu as a patient as TFH was absolutely right. I live an active life and I was worried about how the surgery would affect me. She was extremely thoughtful and caring. She answered all my questions, and is the first doctor of any specialty that really took the time to listen and actually HEAR ME. You don't find that level of compassion and understanding today with doctors. She is brilliant as well. The surgery was a complete success and I didn't need follow up cancer treatments. Long after the surgery, when she could have been completely done with me, she has still taken the time to ensure I have wonderful follow up care. She is the only doctor I trust and have complete confident in her decisions. Also, amazingly in this day and age, her wonderful staff always answered all my emails promptly and in great detail. I cannot say enough about the professional and compassionate care I have received from Dr. Chu and her staff. If you are choosing any other surgeon, I would strong consider changing to Dr. Chu. Nancy Nel"

"Getting a diagnosis of breast cancer was devastating and frightening. Dr. Chu was recommended to me and from the first contact with her amazing staff, I felt comfortable and calmer. Dr. Chu explained everything so clearly that I never felt the need for a second opinion. As we discovered more to the diagnosis, she was informative and detailed with the choices and procedures. Her staff, from the scheduler Alex (the miracle worker!) to Jenn and Lorena, were always compassionate, respectful, and prompt. They understood how "time" worried me and responded appropriately. Arranging for a plastic surgeon to begin work immediately at my mastectomy surgery was also a relief and showed the caring understanding commitment of this entire team. Thoughtful follow-up visits are on-going, and Dr. Chu's response to all of my concerns have been compassionate and informative. She treats the entire patient, and due to this marvelous care, my cancer experience has been much more uplifting and positive. Thank you all for finding that "rainbow" at the end of a dark storm! Chris Wells"

"I would like to extend a big "thank you" to Dr. Chu and her Staff. Their level of care is exceptional. Dr. Chu got back to me quickly when I had a basic question about my incision that put my mind at ease, and her staff was there with any other answers that I needed along the way. They made my first surgery a very positive experience."