Breast Cancer Surgeon :
A breast cancer surgeon is a surgical specialist who will provide treatment for breast cancer. A breast cancer surgeon is qualified with a graduation in MBBS, followed by a post-graduation in MS in general surgery. They specialize in fellowship in breast cancer disease conditions. They are called surgical oncologists and are highly skilled in performing breast cancer surgeries. A breast cancer surgeon will mainly focus on diagnosing and managing different kinds of breast problems, such as nipple discharge and pain in the breast. They are also experienced in performing biopsies for diagnosing cancer and then starting the treatment. Breast cancer surgeons may collaborate with medical oncologists and then plan the surgeries accordingly. The common surgical procedures that are done by a breast cancer surgeon include mastectomy, removal of one or both breasts, lumpectomies, removal of only lumps in the breast tissue, and lymph node surgeries. They will also provide support for the cancer patients during their treatment journey.


