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What Medical Specialty is Best for Prophylactic Mastectomy?

asked 1 year ago by 221641anon in SC
Latest answer by Steven Wallach, MD
Question viewed 146 times
Tags: prevention, prophylactic

I have a strong family history of cancer. I need a breast reduction anyway. I don't know what specialty is best for a prophylactic mastectomy. Will I have to have a referral?

3 answers to What Medical Specialty is Best for Prophylactic Mastectomy?

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Prophylactic mastectomy

A prophylactic mastectomy is probably best done by a breast cancer surgeon.  While a plastic surgeon can perform it as well, I think the former should be the one you go to.
Steven Wallach, MD

Manhattan Plastic Surgeon
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Doctor for prophylactic mastectomy

I recommend that my patients see a breast oncologic surgeon for all breast related disease matters and prophylactic mastectomy. A breast oncologic surgeon is a general surgeon who has had additional fellowship training in breast surgery (beyond residency). Since both your oncologic and aesthetic results will depend heavily on the skill and knowledge of the surgeon who does your mastectomy/mastectomies, I suggest that you see a specialist who focuses on breast surgery.
David Greenspun, MD, MSc

New York Plastic Surgeon

www.davidgreenspunmd.com

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Best Specialist for Prophylactic Mastectomy

I refer my patients considering a prophylactic mastectomy to a dedicated breast oncologic surgeon.   These are surgeons who devote the majority of their practice to breast cancer surgery.   They are well versed in mastectomy, lumpectomy, sentinel lymph node biopsy, axillary dissection, and most importantly understand the appropriate workup and management of a patient with strong family history of breast cancer.    These surgeons are also well trained in skin and... more
Paul S. Gill, MD

Houston Plastic Surgeon

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