Jessica Lauren Salgado, APRN

• Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing

Jessica Salgado, APRN, is a Nurse Practitioner in the Division of Surgical Oncology at the University of Miami’s Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center.
She earned her bachelor’s degree from Boston College and her master’s degree from Duke University. Jessica began her nursing career in emergency medicine and trauma in New York City, where seven years of caring for critically ill and injured patients inspired her to advance her clinical training and pursue a career as a Nurse Practitioner.
Jessica specializes in the assessment and management of benign and high-risk breast conditions. She provides comprehensive evaluations for patients with abnormal breast imaging and breast-related concerns, including palpable masses, breast pain, skin changes, nipple discharge, and nipple retraction. She is passionate about providing evidence-based, compassionate care, emphasizing patient education, early detection, and individualized treatment plans to help patients feel informed and supported throughout their breast health journey.