Where to find an experienced oncoplastic surgeon?
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9 months agoLooking for a good place & experienced doctor for iconoplastic surgery. Recommendations please!!! I am only in first stage cancer, but doctors here will not perform a lumpectomy because of the amount they need to remove will leave one side of my breast concave. I have large breasts, so there is plenty of skin to work with to reduce & reshape. I do not want a masectomy & my immune system will not tolerate silicone implants which is the only rebuild that is offered in the area I live.
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Finding an experienced oncoplastic surgeon can make a significant difference in achieving the cosmetic outcome you're hoping for while effectively treating your cancer. Many cancer centers and comprehensive breast programs have oncoplastic specialists who are skilled in combining cancer removal with reconstructive techniques during the same procedure. Consider reaching out to major cancer centers, academic medical institutions, or getting a second opinion from breast surgeons who specifically advertise oncoplastic expertise - other community members may have valuable recommendations to share about their experiences with different surgical teams.
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2 months agoFinding an experienced oncoplastic surgeon can make a significant difference in achieving the cosmetic outcome you're hoping for while effectively treating your cancer. Many cancer centers and comprehensive breast programs have oncoplastic specialists who are skilled in combining cancer removal with reconstructive techniques during the same procedure. Consider reaching out to major cancer centers, academic medical institutions, or getting a second opinion from breast surgeons who specifically advertise oncoplastic expertise - other community members may have valuable recommendations to share about their experiences with different surgical teams.
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