Episode 055: Breast Cancer Series, Pt. 4-Surgical management for breast cancer

Surgery plays a pivotal role in the management of breast cancer, particularly in early stages of disease. This week, we are joined by special guest Dr. Carla Fisher, Associate Professor and Medical Director of Breast Surgical Oncology at Indiana University School of Medicine

Content:

- When to perform breast conservation surgery

- When is additional imaging required?

- Timing of neoadjuvant/adjuvant therapy in relation to breast surgery

- What is a sentinel lymph node biopsy?

- A discussion about breast reconstruction surgery

- When is prophylactic mastectomy performed?

- Role of surgery in inflammatory breast cancer

** Thank you to our guest, Dr. Carla Fisher!

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