Surgical Oncology

Surgical options for breast cancer primarily balance removing the tumor with preserving as much natural tissue as possible, falling into two main categories: breast-conserving surgery and mastectomy. Breast-conserving surgery, often called a lumpectomy or partial mastectomy, removes only the tumor and a surrounding margin of healthy tissue, allowing patients to keep most of their breast but typically requiring follow-up radiation therapy. In contrast, a mastectomy involves the complete removal of the breast tissue; this can range from a simple or total mastectomy (removing the entire breast) to a modified radical mastectomy (removing the breast and underarm lymph nodes). Depending on the tumor’s spread, surgeons may also perform a sentinel lymph node biopsy (testing the first few nodes where cancer is likely to spread) or an axillary lymph node dissection (removing a larger group of nodes).

At the Pink Ribbon Breast Cancer Trust Hospital, we provide comprehensive, state-of-the-art reconstructive breast surgeries tailored to each patient’s unique journey toward healing and renewed confidence. Our specialized surgical team offers advanced implant-based reconstruction using premier silicone or saline options, frequently utilizing initial tissue expanders to safely prepare the body for a natural contour. For patients seeking a more dynamic, life-like result using their own living tissue, we specialize in sophisticated autologous flap transfers, including muscle-sparing abdomen procedures like the DIEP flap, as well as back (Latissimus Dorsi) and thigh tissue transfers. We also perform advanced autologous fat grafting to meticulously refine symmetry and smooth contours, offering these life-changing procedures as either immediate reconstructions during the initial cancer surgery or as delayed procedures down the road. Committed to complete holistic care, our services extend through the final stages of recovery, including beautiful aesthetic refinements and nipple-areola complex reconstruction through specialized micro-pigmentation tattooing.